After the intense battle that took place in the final war, My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9 maintained a much sombre note. It felt like the anime was coming to an end as the conclusion was building up. This week's installment is sure to make its audience emotional as everyone in the world of MHA is recovering after the major catastrophe and is trying to move on. This is the moment in the series where things have significantly slowed down, picks up the pieces, and lets its characters simply exist.
Now the narrative is not about explosions or Quirk showcases. Instead, My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9 is focused on healing, regret, forgiveness, and the heavy realisation that even “victory” comes with a price. The episode starts one week after the battle where Izuku defeated Shigaraki.

Currently, every hero from around the world is collectively helping Japan rebuild the nation after the events. Every hero with a Quirk is hardworking, and they have had significant development. While all of that is happening on the outside, the episode takes a detour and focuses on Bakugo, Izuki, and All Might. Their scene is one of the My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9's most heartfelt moments.
Izuku, still shaken by his inability to save Tenko completely, confesses to the weight of his perceived failure. All Might, held together by literal bolts, offers quiet reassurance but also a piercing question: What expression did Tomura wear in his final moments? Even in tragedy, My Hero Academia continues to highlight the humanity buried within its villains.
Meanwhile, Bakugo in My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9 breaks down crying after realising that Izuku is Qurikless again, and all the years of bullying him and trying to show him up turn into guilt, and he apologises. This shows how much he has grown not only as a hero but also learnt an important lesson on empathy and accountability.
Graduation, new beginnings, and the next generation of heroes

After the trio share a vulnerable moment, My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9 jumps forward to the long-delayed U.A. graduation ceremony. Suddenly, the episode shifts its vibe as it becomes a celebration of everything MHA stands for. Mirio’s graduation speech is sincere, hopeful, and bittersweet, acknowledging the losses they endured while insisting on a future filled with humour and optimism.
Additionally, we are also shown that Class 1-A officially becomes Class 2-A, and the transition feels like the beginning of a new era. The mood of My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9 changes again when Yuga Aoyama enters the class to announce that he is leaving the school. He continues to explain that it is his way of working his way up and maybe becoming someone he is proud of.
With that announcement, everyone is sad but understanding of his situation. Then we get to know that there is a transfer student, and that is none other than Hitoshi. Everyone in the class is excited, and for a second, they forgot about Yuga. Even in an emotional episode like this, the story managed to capture some moments of humour. Everyone in the class decided to throw Yuga a nice farewell party.
The Todoroki family’s most heartbreaking confrontation yet

After the class disperses, we see Shoto Todoroki in My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9, leaving to meet with his family. All of them decide to go and visit Toya (aka Dabi), who is barely alive. Once they reach the facility, Enji announces his retirement with quiet dignity. He is speaking to everyone like a father rather than a hero. It might be the first time they see him this vulnerable.
Shoto also has a small moment with his brother where they realise both of them love soba. It might be a small gesture, but it is enough to prove that they are connected. Once the family comes outside, Natsuo and Fuyumi in My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9 set boundaries while still visiting Toya, adding realism to the family’s healing process. This isn’t a neat ending, but a painful, honest one. We also see that Hawks is now part of Public Services and has reached out to Endeavour if he needs anyone to talk about all the heavy stuff.
Final thoughts on My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9
In the end, My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9 will be memorable in the hearts of fans, even if it was not battle-heavy but because of how it brought reflection. All the characters are facing the aftereffects of a battle, and after a massive confrontation with the most difficult situations, everyone has to grow and move on.
My Hero Academia Final Season Episode 9 might have taught us the most important life lesson: after facing the biggest battle in life, one must not stop. We have to aim to become better even if things seem to be messy or tough.