My Hero Academia Season 6 Episode 23: Deku vs. Class A

Manga chapter 302-303

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

10.0

13 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

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My Hero Academia Season 6 Episode 23: Deku vs. Class A

Manga chapter 302-303

Canon/HIGH

← Prev: EP 22 Next: EP 24 →

OSHIMETER

10.0

13 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

Screaming, crying, throwing up, sliding down the wall dramatically... that was basically me during this episode. Lol, just kidding. But seriously, this episode’s tearjerker vibes hit me hard like a Delaware Smash. I love this arc and hate it at the same time. I wanna hug Izuku! 🫂

Did someone kiss the brick before they threw it at me? Huh?! If the previous episode was already heartbreaking, then this one completely shattered me. Lol. I ain’t even kidding. This hit so hard like a slap in the face. And then Kaminari really had the nerve to ask something unserious despite the whole serious situation. That made me cackle 😭

Oh, man. This episode was REALLY heartbreaking. The vibes it gave off were so solemn—the rain, the gray color palette, everything. That was such a good use of color to set the atmosphere for this whole arc. I love this arc so much even if it hurts 🥹

This episode showed how much society changed. I think the constant fear, and trust is low create a big effect on it. It feels so much realistic and grounded.

This ep hits way harder than any villain fight this season. He's running, they're chasing, everyone's screaming at each other, it's messy and human and REAL. The emotions are doing more damage than the quirks. Genuinely one of the best episodes of the year.

The momentum spikes again and it feels BIG. The scale grows, the tension rises, and you can tell we’re heading toward something serious.

Big confrontation with tons of emotional payoff. It’s less about winning and more about understanding. Longtime fans will probably feel this one hard. MUST WATCH.

This one is uncomfortable in a quiet way. It’s less about action and more about trust. You feel the tension in every conversation. It’s messy and human. 😬

Final approach to boss escalation. The battlefield is chaotic with multiple enemy types and overlapping mechanics.
Heroes rely on precision timing, rotation strategy, and synergy chains to maintain control

This episode is a certified masterpiece of emotion. [SPOILER] Seeing the class use their powers not to fight, but to hug their friend is wholesome. The animation for each student's plea is gorgeous. The voice acting for the whole class is some of the best in the series.

I loved it when Deku's friends suddenly appeared, it felt like a breath of fresh air. I loved how they made the animation fluid as his friends tried to keep up. It made me feel a sense of relief that he isn't left alone to face the darkness and the villains.

The tension tightens as both sides prepare for what feels like an inevitable clash. There’s a sense of uneasy calm, with strategic discussions and subtle character moments setting the stage. It feels like the final inhale before the next big storm.

A real tearjerker of an episode. The long-time conflict finally finds reconciliation. Bakugo’s growth shines as he owns up to his mistakes with Deku, and Class 1-A showing him he doesn’t have to carry all the weight alone and that he has friends by his side.

EPISODE CONTEXT

Positioned as episode 23 of 25, this lands near the emotional apex of Season 6, following Deku's extended solo arc where he distanced himself from everyone at U.A. to face escalating threats alone. The previous episode, 'Friend,' established just how far he'd pushed himself into isolation, and now Class 1-A forces the confrontation. This episode directly sets up 'A Young Woman's Declaration,' which deals with the broader societal fallout of Deku's return to U.A. High School heading into the season's final stretch.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Positioned as episode 23 of 25, this lands near the emotional apex of Season 6, following Deku's extended solo arc where he distanced himself from everyone at U.A. to face escalating threats alone. The previous episode, 'Friend,' established just how far he'd pushed himself into isolation, and now Class 1-A forces the confrontation. This episode directly sets up 'A Young Woman's Declaration,' which deals with the broader societal fallout of Deku's return to U.A. High School heading into the season's final stretch.

QUICK TAKES

Screaming, crying, throwing up, sliding down the wall dramatically... that was basically me during this episode. Lol, just kidding. But seriously, this episode’s tearjerker vibes hit me hard like a Delaware Smash. I love this arc and hate it at the same time. I wanna hug Izuku! 🫂

Did someone kiss the brick before they threw it at me? Huh?! If the previous episode was already heartbreaking, then this one completely shattered me. Lol. I ain’t even kidding. This hit so hard like a slap in the face. And then Kaminari really had the nerve to ask something unserious despite the whole serious situation. That made me cackle 😭

Oh, man. This episode was REALLY heartbreaking. The vibes it gave off were so solemn—the rain, the gray color palette, everything. That was such a good use of color to set the atmosphere for this whole arc. I love this arc so much even if it hurts 🥹

This episode showed how much society changed. I think the constant fear, and trust is low create a big effect on it. It feels so much realistic and grounded.

This ep hits way harder than any villain fight this season. He's running, they're chasing, everyone's screaming at each other, it's messy and human and REAL. The emotions are doing more damage than the quirks. Genuinely one of the best episodes of the year.

The momentum spikes again and it feels BIG. The scale grows, the tension rises, and you can tell we’re heading toward something serious.

Big confrontation with tons of emotional payoff. It’s less about winning and more about understanding. Longtime fans will probably feel this one hard. MUST WATCH.

This one is uncomfortable in a quiet way. It’s less about action and more about trust. You feel the tension in every conversation. It’s messy and human. 😬

Final approach to boss escalation. The battlefield is chaotic with multiple enemy types and overlapping mechanics.
Heroes rely on precision timing, rotation strategy, and synergy chains to maintain control

This episode is a certified masterpiece of emotion. [SPOILER] Seeing the class use their powers not to fight, but to hug their friend is wholesome. The animation for each student's plea is gorgeous. The voice acting for the whole class is some of the best in the series.

I loved it when Deku's friends suddenly appeared, it felt like a breath of fresh air. I loved how they made the animation fluid as his friends tried to keep up. It made me feel a sense of relief that he isn't left alone to face the darkness and the villains.

The tension tightens as both sides prepare for what feels like an inevitable clash. There’s a sense of uneasy calm, with strategic discussions and subtle character moments setting the stage. It feels like the final inhale before the next big storm.

A real tearjerker of an episode. The long-time conflict finally finds reconciliation. Bakugo’s growth shines as he owns up to his mistakes with Deku, and Class 1-A showing him he doesn’t have to carry all the weight alone and that he has friends by his side.

©堀越耕平／集英社・僕のヒーローアカデミア製作委員会

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©堀越耕平／集英社・僕のヒーローアカデミア製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com