The worlds of anime and Western comics have collided in a spectacular fashion, sending shockwaves through both fandoms. As My Hero Academia gears up for the highly-anticipated premiere of its eighth and final season this October, none other than Marvel Comics has joined the celebration with a stunning piece of tribute artwork that reimagines one of the series' most explosive characters through the lens of a Marvel hero.
The official Marvel Comics X account (formerly Twitter) unveiled the illustration, created by acclaimed artist Olivier Coipel, which depicts the fiery-tempered Katsuki Bakugo not as his usual hero persona, Great Explosion Murder God Dynamight, but as Spider-Man's iconic successor, Miles Morales. The image brilliantly fuses the distinct aesthetics of anime and Western superhero comics, showcasing Bakugo in Miles's sleek black and red suit, complete with dynamic webbing and a defiant, familiar scowl.
You can see the incredible artwork that has everyone talking right here
A Crossover That Ignited the Internet
The unexpected tribute has sparked a whirlwind of reactions online, demonstrating the massive global footprint of My Hero Academia. Fans and artists alike have flooded social media with praise, debate, and excitement.
Many have expressed sheer admiration for the piece's quality. "The Bakugo drawing made by Marvel looks impressive, it was brilliant," wrote one fan, capturing the sentiment of many. Others saw it as a testament to the series' impact, with one commenter noting, "The art is spectacular, although fans would have liked to see a crossover story between Marvel and MHA."
However, the character choice itself became a point of friendly debate. Some wondered if the series' protagonist, Izuku Midoriya, might have been a more natural fit for the Spider-Man mantle. One user elaborated, "You can't look at this and honestly say it wouldn't have looked better (and made more sense) to put Izuku there. Like look how out of place that face looks on Bakugo but would be fine on Izuku lol." This conversation highlights the passionate and nuanced understanding fans have for both characters' personalities and journeys.
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The Final Season: What to Expect from My Hero Academia Season 8
The Marvel tribute comes at the perfect time, building immense hype for the beginning of the end. My Hero Academia Season 8, premiering October 4, 2025, will be adapted by Studio Bones and cover the climactic Final War Arc from Kōhei Horikoshi’s manga. This means audiences can expect:
- High-Stakes, Epic Battles: The all-out war between the heroes and the Paranormal Liberation Front reaches its breathtaking conclusion.
- Emotional Character Farewells: The series will deliver long-awaited resolutions for its vast cast of central characters.
- A Glimpse into the Future: An epilogue will explore how society rebuilds after years of turmoil and conflict.
For manga readers, there's an extra incentive to tune in. Series creator Kōhei Horikoshi is personally contributing new scenes to the anime adaptation, ensuring that even the most dedicated fans will have fresh content to look forward to.
The series is no stranger to critical acclaim. The previous season, Season 7, earned a stellar 9.0/10 rating on IMDb and an 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes' Popcornmeter. One critic pointed out the series' unique appeal, stating, “There’s nothing revolutionary here, but the hybrid of old-style battle manga with a more modern oneiric sensibility feels a little different from standard superhero loudhailing.”
Beyond ratings, the numbers speak for themselves. As of April 2024, the My Hero Academia manga has sold over 100 million copies worldwide, cementing its status as a global superhero phenomenon. You can delve deeper into the manga's sales records and history on its comprehensive wiki page
How to Watch My Hero Academia Season 8
Fans around the world won't have to wait long to see the action unfold. New episodes will be released as part of a global simulcast, airing every Saturday. The schedule is as follows:
- 2:30 a.m. PT
- 5:30 a.m. ET
- 10:30 a.m. BST
International audiences can stream the series on Crunchyroll, while in Japan, the anime will air on Yomiuri TV and Nippon TV at 5:30 p.m. JST. This simultaneous release ensures that the global community of heroes can experience the final chapter of Izuku Midoriya's story together.
It’s finally here! To celebrate the launch of the final season of My Hero Academia, Marvel and MHA team up once again to bring you Bakugo like you’ve never seen him before.
— Marvel Comics (@MarvelComicsHQ) October 3, 2025
This new tribute art was created by Marvel artist Olivier Coipel and was inspired by Miles Morales. pic.twitter.com/QyhLKl7y5I
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