My Hero Academia faced considerable backlash concerning its epilogue, as many readers felt the conclusion offered insufficient closure for various beloved characters. However, the release of volume #42, featuring chapter #431, helped to redeem the final impression of the series, indicating that the epilogue was not a failure but a successful culmination of a captivating narrative.
Volume #42 delivered additional content that provided an emotional farewell while offering fans a glimpse into the futures of key characters, although reactions were mixed, particularly regarding Deku’s role as an educator. Despite this, sales statistics revealed that, contrary to expectations from critics, the finale achieved notable success, culminating in My Hero Academia concluding its run on a high note.
My Hero Academia’s Manga Concluded With Its Best-Selling Volume
Volume #42 Benefited from a Notable Sales Boost
MY HERO ACADEMIA · Manga Sales Evolution One of the few cases where after a great stable career, it has finished at its highest point. A true generational hit. pic.twitter.com/5ux5KC4jEQ — 寿 三井 (@Josu_ke) January 12, 2025
Released on December 4, 2024, My Hero Academia’s volume #42 quickly achieved widespread popularity, leading to reprints within just a week and reaching the impressive milestone of one million copies in circulation. This remarkable feat places it alongside other celebrated series such as Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan, and One Piece.
Furthermore, a recent global sales analysis by X user @Josu_ke confirmed that volume #42 stands as the franchise’s best-seller, nearly doubling the sales of volume #41 within its initial week. Despite apprehensions regarding a potential sales downturn due to the divisive epilogue, the series impressively crossed the 800,000 mark in December, demonstrating a positive reception towards the conclusion of My Hero Academia in Japan.
Though marketing strategies, including collectible postcards of fan-favorite characters such as Izuku, Bakugo, and Todoroki, contributed to the sales surge, the significant difference in sales between volume #42 and its predecessors showcased that the ending resonated with fans. The supplementary chapter adeptly tied up narrative loose ends, confirmed Deku’s canonical romantic interest, revealed Hero Rankings after a time skip, and presented fresh looks for beloved heroes, adding depth to the series’ resolution.
My Hero Academia Achieves Historical Status in Weekly Shōnen Jump
Fans Anticipate Future Developments Post-Manga Conclusion
In April 2024, My Hero Academia made its historic mark by surpassing 100 million copies in circulation, a prestigious achievement placing it among the elite shōnen mangas in the Weekly Shōnen Jump lineage. With the announcement of My Hero Academia’s Final Season and the adaptation of its related manga series, Vigilantes, the series has the potential for continued sales growth beyond the manga’s conclusion.
Additionally, creator Kohei Horikoshi teased further developments related to the anime, which could enrich the overall My Hero Academia saga. Ultimately, Horikoshi’s exceptional storytelling has established a new standard for exemplary shōnen manga. It encapsulates the essence of heroism, creating meaningful narratives that resonate deeply with fans, as reflected in the impressive sales figures.
Source: @Josu_ke
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