In the latest episode of My Hero Academia's seventh season, the intense battle between Star, Stripe, and Shigaraki came to a dramatic conclusion that left fans stunned. Warning: spoilers for those who haven't seen this episode.
The showdown between America's premier hero, Kathleen Bate (Star and Stripe), and Shigaraki, All For One's heir apparent, is a pivotal moment in the series.
Despite Star and Stripe's immense power and her use of her formidable New Order Quirk, the battle took a tragic turn when Shigaraki attempted to grab her face, initiating the disintegrating effect of his Quirk .
Star and Stripe's devastating attack against all for one
In a devastating turn of events, Star and Stripe succumbed to Shigaraki's waning power, ultimately leading to her death. However, in her final moments, Kathleen devised a cunning strategy to ensure that her Quirk, the New Order, could not be used against the heroes.
She established a final rule within the New Order, causing it to rebel against the other Quirks. When Shigaraki absorbed New Order, all of his other Quirks began to be destroyed from the inside.
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Although Kathleen's brave sacrifice did not end Shigaraki's life, it dealt a severe blow to the young villain. Many of Shigaraki's stolen Quirks were destroyed and his body was severely damaged. To ensure his survival, Shigaraki imparted New Order to a nearby criminal, allowing him to endure despite the destruction.
While Star and Stripe may not have been present in the final battle of the series, her sacrifice gave Deku and his allies valuable time to prepare for the inevitable confrontation with Shigaraki.
This unexpected turn of events sets the stage for an exciting sequel to My Hero Academia's seventh season, as UA Academy faces new challenges and dangers following the fall of Star and Stripe.
To discover what awaits Class 1-A and the heroes of UA Academy, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for updates and developments in the ongoing story. Follow Team Anime on ComicBook for the latest news and details about the thrilling world of My Hero Academia as the series moves towards its climactic finale.