Bakugo's Controversial Encounter: My Hero Academia Fandom Erupts in Outrage
Fans of My Hero Academia are left divided as controversy resurfaces around Katsuki Bakugo's troubled history, reigniting debates surrounding the complex character
Katsuki Bakugo, the deuteragonist in My Hero Academia, sparks controversy among fans of the series. Fans on the social media platform X recently expressed strong disapproval, alleging that Bakugo had targeted a disabled character with bullying.
Nevertheless, it is crucial to address that this accusation is unfounded since there is no scene in the series where Bakugo engages in bullying towards a character with disabilities.
The outrage surrounding bullying is nothing new.
Bakugo from My Hero Academia faces renewed criticism as fans recall his problematic past
Over the years, numerous discussions and arguments have taken place on social media platforms and animanga forums regarding Bakugo's morally ambiguous behavior.
X user from the animanga community is seeking votes to determine the best roaster among various characters, including Bakugo. A comparison has sparked outrage as Bakugo's talent for verbally lashing out at his classmates makes him a strong contender for this title in My Hero Academia. Other contenders being considered are Yusuke, Kaiba, and Riley from different anime and cartoon series.
Another user, X/SBgmy∅, voices their criticism towards Bakugo for engaging in acts of bullying against someone who is defenseless.
An observant user highlights Bakugo's tendency to consistently demean all his peers, with Deku being the primary target of his insults (Image via X/Hawk_D_Arro).
X user expresses astonishment at Bakugo's harsh treatment towards Deku (Image via X/Sunmun1998)
To clarify, Bakugo has never singled out a person with disabilities for his bullying. The criticism from fans concerns his behavior towards Izuku Midoriya, also known as Deku. In a society where nearly everyone possesses superhuman abilities known as Quirks, Deku stands out as an exception, lacking any powers from birth. Consequently, within this particular context, one could view him as disabled.
Bakugo's continuous bullying towards Deku originated from his personal insecurities, forming a tense dynamic between them. Due to his exceptional talent and being far more advanced than others, Bakugo developed a superiority complex and viewed others as beneath him. Unfortunately, Deku's absence of a Quirk made him the ideal victim for Bakugo's bullying.
Bakugo once urged Deku to give up on his dream of joining U.A. high school and becoming a hero. He even went as far as suggesting that Deku should jump off the rooftop. In hindsight, the creator of the series, mangaka Kohei Horikoshi, has acknowledged his regret regarding Bakugo's initial portrayal. Instead of depicting a well-rounded dynamic of tension and healthy competition between the main character and the secondary character, it ended up being unnecessarily harsh.
Image via Bones, depicts Bakugo apologising to Deku.
Significant character development has shaped Bakugo over the years, leading him to openly acknowledge his mistakes and realize his inferiority to Deku.
Bakugo's resentment towards his rival grew, particularly after Deku acquired his Quirk from All Might. However, he later admitted his mistakes in My Hero Academia and developed a friendship with Deku. This transformation led him to become a crucial ally for Deku in the Final War arc. Anticipation is high among fans as they eagerly await Bakugo's highly anticipated comeback in the next issue.
My Hero Academia chapter 403 is set to be released on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 12:00 a.m. JST.
