Bakugo's Victory: All for One's Downfall in My Hero Academia Chapter 409 with Assistance from Hawks and Allies
Bakugo's epic victory against All For One is unveiled in My Hero Academia chapter 409, with Hawks shedding light on the crucial factor leading to AFO's downfall A thrilling conclusion awaits!
In My Hero Academia chapter 409, viewers witnessed the conclusion of the intense battle between Katsuki Bakugo and All For One. Despite concerns about AFO's impending attack on Shigaraki, Bakugo successfully thwarted the villain's plans. The previous chapter exposed AFO's discovery of his brother Yoichi's power transfer to Kudou, leading him to erase Kudou and the rest of the One For All users and their loved ones. With the fight against Bakugo reaching its climax, AFO had no choice but to unleash his ultimate move to reach Shigaraki.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the My Hero Academia manga.
My Hero Academia chapter 409: Hawks reveals the reason behind AFO's downfall
In My Hero Academia chapter 409, we see Bakugo and his parents in a touching moment (Image via Shueisha)
The chapter begins with a powerful flashback that revisits pivotal moments in Bakugo's life, including his birth and his passionate promise to Deku regarding his strength and quirk. As the chapter progresses, we are brought back to the present as Bakugo reflects on his decision to no longer antagonize Deku.
In the meantime, All For One was powering up his Omni-Factor Unleash: All For One Goal. Witnessing this, All Might urgently told Bakugo to evade the attack. Despite the warning, Bakugo remained steadfast and yelled out a command, "Explode!!" Surprisingly, without Bakugo actually launching an attack, AFO inexplicably exploded, causing him to halt.
Katsuki Bakugo as seen in My Hero Academia chapter 409 (Image via Shueisha)
Katsuki Bakugo revealed that his explosions weaken in the rain, but he realized that if he added a coating, he could still use them. Using this strategy, Bakugo covered his explosive sweat drops with regular sweat drops and threw them at AFO during a previous attack.
Despite AFO's shock at being outsmarted, Bakugo remained calm and confident. He declared that he only needed one quirk to defeat AFO. This self-assurance infuriated the antagonist, who had always seen himself as the main character in the story. In response, he belittled Bakugo as a side character.
The image above features Hawks as seen in My Hero Academia, produced by Bones.
Bakugo unleashed his fury as he launched relentless attacks on AFO, leading off with Howitzer Impact. Despite AFO's diverse range of quirks, he was unable to effectively defend against any of Bakugo's assaults. It was at that moment that he realized he couldn't blend his quirk abilities.
AFO ventured into the vestige world to uncover the source of his struggles and found himself portrayed as a child. There, Hawks' quirk vestige revealed to AFO that his negative emotions were weakening his control over his quirks, allowing him to host a fan meeting in the vestige world. In a mocking tone, Hawks' quirk vestige blamed Tomura Shigaraki for AFO's downfall.
AFO and Bakugo as seen in My Hero Academia chapter 409 (Image via Shueisha)
Final thoughts on My Hero Academia chapter 409
As My Hero Academia chapter 409 comes to a close with Bakugo apparently emerging victorious over All For One, the next chapter is expected to explore the aftermath of the battle. Regrettably, the manga will be taking a break next week, meaning that fans will have to wait two weeks for confirmation on the outcome of Bakugo's showdown with All For One.
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of My Hero Academia, I am thrilled to witness Bakugo's epic victory against the formidable All For One in chapter 409. Bakugo's determination and strategic thinking proved to be the key factors in his triumph, showcasing his growth and strength as a hero. The chapter also sheds light on the crucial role played by Hawks and his quirk vestige in weakening All For One's control over his quirks, setting the stage for Bakugo's ultimate victory.
The emotional depth added to Bakugo's character through the flashbacks and his interactions with his parents further enhances the impact of his victory. Bakugo's journey from a rival to a true hero is inspiring and satisfying, making this chapter a pivotal moment in the series. While the wait for the next chapter may be agonizing, the anticipation only amplifies the excitement surrounding Bakugo's triumph and the future of My Hero Academia.
