My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 Episode 9: Farewell Party!
Canon/MED
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8.1
20 Fans
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OSHIMETER
8.1
20 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
jofilcabug14
VerifiedGood. The story is getting more serious again. It slowly builds up and becomes more interesting. You should watch this episode.
frozenfood
VerifiedOverall a peaceful episode but some key and dangerous moments can’t be skipped if you want to understand the story more clearly. The darawings are very delicate, but the fight scenes feel too short and less impactful compared to the main series, especially in this episode.
senkei
VerifiedBack to the main story, too many threads to leave hanging. Didn’t expect such a big development this early, that guy is trouble. HAHAHA Eraser Head really learned how to play the game. Things just got even bigger. This is probably setting up the finale.
reirei
VerifiedLoved this episode as Captain Celebrity prepared to return to his homeland. I also really enjoyed his character development and the way he bonded with the other characters—it made the episode surprisingly heartwarming.
katana
VerifiedAfter all the emotional damage from the previous episode, this one felt lighter and wholesome. Returning to that familiar pacing was really enjoyable, and I love how it balanced the tone while keeping the story engaging.
sandaime
VerifiedThis episode was such a feel-good breather after the emotional wreck from the previous one. I really liked the pacing and how it returned to the regular flow of the story while still keeping the characters engaging. Lol.
applepiebycaleb
VerifiedThey really expected up to be okay after the previous episode, huh? Anyway, while the pacing was admittedly weird, I do appreciate the character of Captain Celebrity and the villain's plot still being carried on as it promises epic fights soon.
28181883
VerifiedJarring tonal shift after episode 8's emotional gut punch. Captain Celebrity's character rehabilitation remains unconvincing, telling rather than showing his growth. The farewell party format kills momentum. Setup for the Sky Egg arc doesn't justify the pacing. Disappointing.
homotron3799
VerifiedGoing from the most devastating episode to a Captain Celebrity farewell party is CRIMINAL pacing. Nobody asked for this. His character arc still feels so rushed and unearned. I wanted Aizawa aftermath not a party for a character I barely care about. Huge letdown.
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedI remember thinking back in season 1 that Captain Celebrity is just some annoying random character they put in but oh no. I got more attached to him just from this episode as his writing suddenly got good tenfold! And it feels like a death flag is coming but pls nooo
hellozaworldo
VerifiedThe plot keeps getting better and better! Never would have thought we'd get to see CC and the rest of the team again, especially with this kind of highlight. And this is probably the best we've seen of CC yet since the beginning. Now I'm scared that something bad might happen in the next ep.
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedWhen I thought they couldn't keep the energy going from the last episode, they do this... How do they do it??? The writing in this season is so good, so fluid. And the plot and the tension keeps moving and building up consistently!
marin_coser
VerifiedEnjoyable moments, but some scenes felt messy. Not my favorite yet, but still curious. Still like it very much though
nekokurarisu
VerifiedElegantly balances character arcs with rising conflict. The tactical decisions are compelling and character motives resonate here. God tier ep
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedOne of the best yet! Had emotional weight and thrilling pacing that kept me glued to the screen ❤️
eatingsocks
VerifiedBuilding tension through little pieces of information scattered throughout the episode and blending it smoothly! It is done in a way that does not feel like an information dump while still keeping the narrative light hearted.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedThis episode was simple and did not have much build on the main plot, but was still okay in casually showing the villains and explaining a character’s quirks mid episode to still contribute to the story.
gorlock332
VerifiedA lighthearted episode to cure the sadness from the previous one, but it feels like the calm before the storm
thekindneighbor
Coming off the emotional devastation of ep 8 and landing on a Captain Celebrity farewell party is such whiplash. There's zero tension and the pacing drags. Captain Celebrity's arc still feels unearned from season 1. Weakest episode of the season easily.
danzai
VerifiedEPISODE CONTEXT
Sitting at episode 9 of 13, this installment follows the escalating tensions of 'A Sky with No Rain Left' by deliberately pulling back into character-driven territory — a necessary exhale before the final stretch. The familial warmth and lighter tone serve as contrast to what's coming, with the episode's title carrying an ominous double meaning as the season heads toward 'Zero Hour.' It's a pivot point: the last moment of relative normalcy before the endgame locks in.
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
jofilcabug14
VerifiedGood. The story is getting more serious again. It slowly builds up and becomes more interesting. You should watch this episode.
frozenfood
VerifiedOverall a peaceful episode but some key and dangerous moments can’t be skipped if you want to understand the story more clearly. The darawings are very delicate, but the fight scenes feel too short and less impactful compared to the main series, especially in this episode.
senkei
VerifiedBack to the main story, too many threads to leave hanging. Didn’t expect such a big development this early, that guy is trouble. HAHAHA Eraser Head really learned how to play the game. Things just got even bigger. This is probably setting up the finale.
reirei
VerifiedLoved this episode as Captain Celebrity prepared to return to his homeland. I also really enjoyed his character development and the way he bonded with the other characters—it made the episode surprisingly heartwarming.
katana
VerifiedAfter all the emotional damage from the previous episode, this one felt lighter and wholesome. Returning to that familiar pacing was really enjoyable, and I love how it balanced the tone while keeping the story engaging.
sandaime
VerifiedThis episode was such a feel-good breather after the emotional wreck from the previous one. I really liked the pacing and how it returned to the regular flow of the story while still keeping the characters engaging. Lol.
applepiebycaleb
VerifiedThey really expected up to be okay after the previous episode, huh? Anyway, while the pacing was admittedly weird, I do appreciate the character of Captain Celebrity and the villain's plot still being carried on as it promises epic fights soon.
28181883
VerifiedJarring tonal shift after episode 8's emotional gut punch. Captain Celebrity's character rehabilitation remains unconvincing, telling rather than showing his growth. The farewell party format kills momentum. Setup for the Sky Egg arc doesn't justify the pacing. Disappointing.
homotron3799
VerifiedGoing from the most devastating episode to a Captain Celebrity farewell party is CRIMINAL pacing. Nobody asked for this. His character arc still feels so rushed and unearned. I wanted Aizawa aftermath not a party for a character I barely care about. Huge letdown.
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedI remember thinking back in season 1 that Captain Celebrity is just some annoying random character they put in but oh no. I got more attached to him just from this episode as his writing suddenly got good tenfold! And it feels like a death flag is coming but pls nooo
hellozaworldo
VerifiedThe plot keeps getting better and better! Never would have thought we'd get to see CC and the rest of the team again, especially with this kind of highlight. And this is probably the best we've seen of CC yet since the beginning. Now I'm scared that something bad might happen in the next ep.
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedWhen I thought they couldn't keep the energy going from the last episode, they do this... How do they do it??? The writing in this season is so good, so fluid. And the plot and the tension keeps moving and building up consistently!
marin_coser
VerifiedEnjoyable moments, but some scenes felt messy. Not my favorite yet, but still curious. Still like it very much though
nekokurarisu
VerifiedElegantly balances character arcs with rising conflict. The tactical decisions are compelling and character motives resonate here. God tier ep
crybabytodoroki
VerifiedOne of the best yet! Had emotional weight and thrilling pacing that kept me glued to the screen ❤️
eatingsocks
VerifiedBuilding tension through little pieces of information scattered throughout the episode and blending it smoothly! It is done in a way that does not feel like an information dump while still keeping the narrative light hearted.
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedThis episode was simple and did not have much build on the main plot, but was still okay in casually showing the villains and explaining a character’s quirks mid episode to still contribute to the story.
gorlock332
VerifiedA lighthearted episode to cure the sadness from the previous one, but it feels like the calm before the storm
thekindneighbor
Coming off the emotional devastation of ep 8 and landing on a Captain Celebrity farewell party is such whiplash. There's zero tension and the pacing drags. Captain Celebrity's arc still feels unearned from season 1. Weakest episode of the season easily.
danzai
Verified©古橋秀之・別天荒人・堀越耕平／集英社・ヴィジランテ製作委員会
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