As the release of My Hero Academia season 7 approaches in May, fans find themselves caught between excitement and apprehension. The series, which began with a lighthearted tone filled with humor and heartwarming moments, has gradually evolved, going into darker themes and intensified its atmosphere.
The manga source material of My Hero Academia contains scenes of gore and violence, which contribute significantly to its appeal by adding shock value and depth to the story.
However, fans have expressed concerns about how Studio Bones has adapted the series, particularly in terms of censorship and the portrayal of these darker elements.
In previous seasons, some fans felt that certain aspects of the source material were “butchered” or toned down in the anime adaptation. This led to discrepancies between the manga and the anime, leaving some viewers dissatisfied with the portrayal of key scenes and themes.
As anticipation builds for season 7, fans are eager to see how Studio Bones will handle the material and whether they will address these concerns.
There is hope that the studio will stay true to the source material and deliver a faithful adaptation that captures the essence of My Hero Academia while effectively portraying its darker aspects.
Fans Are Criticizing My Hero Academia’s Adaptation
The topic of discussion surrounding My Hero Academia’s adaptation has been ongoing among fans, especially since around season 5. Throughout this period, fans have been keenly analyzing the adaptation of the series and have noticed notable differences between the source material and the anime.
As the manga progressed, Kohei Horikoshi shifted the atmosphere and tone, raising the stakes and incorporating more violence and gore into the story.
However, being a Shonen anime series, there are limitations on how much violence and gore can be depicted in the anime adaptation due to its target audience.
Despite these constraints, some fans have expressed disappointment with the censorship in the anime adaptation compared to the manga.
They believe that the manga provides a more faithful representation of Horikoshi’s vision, particularly due to its intricate art style, which can be challenging to translate into animation.
While fans acknowledge that Studio Bones, the animation studio behind My Hero Academia, isn’t solely responsible for the censorship decisions, there is still a desire among some fans for a change in an animation studio.
Some fans believe that studios like Madhouse and MAPPA may be better suited to capture Horikoshi’s art style and deliver a more faithful adaptation.
It’s important to note that the constraints imposed on the anime adaptation, including censorship, are often determined by factors such as the designated time slot for the series.
Despite these challenges, fans remain hopeful for improvements in future seasons and adaptations, aiming for a portrayal that more closely aligns with the original manga.