he My Hero Academia franchise is growing with a new prequel anime, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, set to premiere this April. Fans can now watch the latest trailer to see what this exciting new chapter has in store.
What Is My Hero Academia: Vigilantes?
My Hero Academia: Vigilantes is an official prequel to the popular anime series. It takes place five years before the original story and follows Koichi Haimawari, a young man inspired by All Might to become a hero. Unlike the licensed heroes of the main series, Koichi starts as a local street hero, helping his neighborhood without official authorization.
As the story progresses, Koichi finds himself in dangerous situations and uncovers a darker side of the hero world. Fans will also see familiar characters from the main series, but at earlier stages in their lives and careers.
Who Is Behind the New Anime?
The anime is produced by Studio Bones’ new division, Bones Film. It is directed by Kenichi Suzuki, with Yosuke Kuroda returning to handle the script. Character designs are overseen by Takahiko Yoshida, and music is composed by Yuki Hayashi alongside Shogo Yamashiro and Yuki Furuhashi.
Why Fans Should Watch Vigilantes
This prequel dives deeper into the My Hero Academia world, exploring what life was like before the Hero Association fully expanded. It offers fresh perspectives on familiar characters like All Might during his prime and reveals details that enrich the main series.
For fans of the original story, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes is a must-watch. It promises to answer questions and flesh out moments that connect directly to the main series.
When Does It Premiere?
My Hero Academia: Vigilantes will premiere in April 2025 as part of the Spring anime lineup. While the exact release date hasn’t been confirmed, anticipation is high.
For those who want to dive into the story early, the original manga is available through Viz Media’s digital Shonen Jump library and Shueisha’s MangaPlus service.
Stay tuned for more updates on My Hero Academia: Vigilantes!
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