Summary
Deku's final attack on All For One is similar to All Might's first battle, showing his maturity and impact on the world. Deku's actions in defeating All For One not only affected Japan but the entire planet, symbolizing a new era. The world of My Hero Academia feels dynamic, with every action having consequences, as seen in the similarities between chapter 1 and chapter 423.
The fight against All For One in My Hero Academia Definitely one of the most iconic moments in the series. This battle ended the Symbol of Evil's centuries-long reign of terror and allowed Deku to prove himself as a great Hero.
However, there is a small detail hidden subtly in chapter 424 that marks the end of this arduous conflict that many fans of the series have missed. This detail seems to be Kohei Horikoshi0s way of paying homage to All Might's first battle in his successful series.
Deku's punch dispersed the storm created by All Might.
Izuku Puts a Definitive End to the Conflict Against All for One
In chapter 1 of the My Hero Academia manga, All Might is depicted fighting a fearsome villain with a Sludge Quirk. To end the fight once and for all, Toshinori punches the air in front of his opponent, creating a small but powerful storm in the process. This moment serves as the perfect introduction to what All Might is capable of. It also subtly foreshadows the metaphorical storm that follows Toshinori.This is his conflict with All For One. Many fans have forgotten about this event because it seems irrelevant to the story.
Deku, who not only inherited the One For All Quirk but also the seemingly never-ending battle with the Symbol of Evil, finally finished off the villain in chapter 423. In the final page of this battle, Horikoshi depicts Izuku clearing away the clouds covering the Japanese sky.. The parallel between chapter 1 and chapter 423 seems intentional, as Izuku's pose on the last page of the latter chapter draws the reader's attention to the sky. With his final punch, Deku saved Japan from the ominous Demon Symbol, dispelling the storm that had threatened the country for decades.
The clear blue sky that his final attack causes is a display of Deku's overwhelming power, as well as his complete victory over All For One. Izuku's determination and heroic nature has accomplished what his predecessors could not, ending the cycle of violence that was born with Yoichi and his brother. Deku has surpassed All Might, which Horikoshi brilliantly demonstrates by comparing his final battle to his mentor's first. This loving tribute is another example of how well thought out My Hero Academia's story really is.
The effects of Deku and All Might's attacks are also parallel.
Izuku's actions seem to have affected the entire planet.
For decades, All Might has been a pillar of Japan, the hero responsible for keeping the country's crime rate below the world average. While an admirable feat, his actions rarely affected other countries. Toshinori may have inspired other heroes to follow his example, but He never inspired real change.. While it was most likely not Horikoshi's intention at the time, this was evident in his first battle. Toshinori's punch was powerful enough to create a small storm, but only witnessed by a small group of individuals.
All Might is certainly an incredibly important and beloved hero, but he has never achieved a feat as impactful as Izuku. In chapter 424, an American reporter revealed that The wind created by Deku's final attack caused a global change in weather.. Not only is this an incredible achievement that proves how much stronger Izuku has become, but it also symbolizes the consequences of his war. The world will never be the same after the Final War. The blatant flaws of the Hero Society were brought to bear in the fight against Shigaraki's army.
While not stated explicitly, it is heavily implied in chapters 424 and 425 that these issues have begun to be resolved thanks to Deku's actions. Midoriya's final confrontation with the Symbol of Evil not only changes the weather, but also ushers in a new era for the entire planet. Deku becomes stronger than All Might in every sense, both as a warrior and as a symbol of the world.
My Hero Academia is a series that is often praised for its vibrant and dynamic world. Every action depicted in the series has an impact on the story, sooner or later. The parallels drawn between chapter 1 and chapter 423 are just another example of the excellence with which Horikoshi writes this iconic and beloved manga.