About this Collection
Volume 21 of the My Hero Academia manga series, titled 'Why He Gets Back Up,' continues the Paranormal Liberation War arc as the heroes launch their assault on the League of Villains' hideout. This volume focuses on the intense battles involving pro heroes like Endeavor and Hawks against the villainous High-End Nomu, while also exploring the motivations behind the villains' actions. The story delves into the psychological struggles of key characters, particularly Shigaraki's past and his resolve to destroy everything, setting the stage for the escalating conflict between heroes and villains.
In "Why He Gets Back Up," Midoriya confronts his doubts by seeking guidance from Toshinori Yagi, while tensions rise as Aizawa announces an intense training exercise pitting Class 1-A against Class 1-B—adding the unpredictable presence of Hitoshi Shinso, who hopes to transfer into their ranks. Written by Caleb Cook and Kōhei Horikoshi, with art by Horikoshi and inks by a team including Keisuke Ikeda and Fushimi, this 2019 issue captures a pivotal moment in the students' development. The cover, penciled and inked by Kōhei Horikoshi, reflects the story's emotional weight and the gravity of the challenges ahead.
Contains 12 stories
Why He Gets Back Up
15 pp · Superhero, Teen
Endeavor [Enji Todoroki]Hawks [Keigo Takami]Natsuo TodorokiFuyumi Todoroki
His Start
15 pp · Superhero, Teen
Endeavor [Enji Todoroki]Hawks [Keigo Takami]Natsuo TodorokiFuyumi TodorokiShoto TodorokiToshinori YagiDabi
Dabi, Hawks, Endeavor
15 pp · Superhero, Teen
Endeavor [Enji Todoroki]Hawks [Keigo Takami]Shoto TodorokiDabiIzuku MidoriyaOchaco UrarakaShota AizawaHanta SeroMirko
The Todoroki Family
19 pp · Superhero, Teen
Endeavor [Enji Todoroki]Hawks [Keigo Takami]Natsuo TodorokiFuyumi TodorokiShoto TodorokiIzuku MidoriyaMirkoMinoru MinetaNana Shimura (vision only)
Vestiges
15 pp · Superhero, Teen
Izuku MidoriyaNana Shimura (vision only)One For All (vision only)Toshinori Yagi (vision only)
Cold Skies over U. A. High
13 pp · Superhero, Teen
Izuku MidoriyaToshinori YagiNana Shimura (flashback only)Hitoshi ShinsoShota AizawaKatsuki BakugoOchaco UrarakaMina AshidoMomo YaoyorozuShoto TorodokiTsuyu AsuiMezo ShojiMasairo OjiroKyoka JiroToru HagakureTenya IdaMinoru MinetaRikido SatoEijiro KirishimaPhantom Thief [Neito Monoma]Gevaudan [Jurota Shishida]Lizardy [Setsuna Tokage]Comic Man [Manga Fukidashi]
Clash! Class A vs. Class B
17 pp · Superhero, Teen
Izuku MidoriyaToshinori YagiHitoshi ShinsoShota AizawaKatsuki BakugoOchaco UrarakaMina AshidoCreati [Momo Yaoyorozu]Chargebolt [Denki Kaminari]Anima [Koji Koda]Shoto TorodokiFroppy [Tsuyu Asui]Mezo ShojiMasairo OjiroKyoka JiroToru HagakureTenya IdaMinoru MinetaRikido SatoRed Riot [Eijiro Kirishima]Hanta SeroTsukuyomi [Fumikage Tokoyami]Can't Stop Twinkling [Yuga Aoyama]Vine [Ibara Shozaki]Gevaudan [Jurota Shishida]Kosei TsuburabaLizardy [Setsuna Tokage]Dragon Shroud [Hiryu Rin]Comic Man [Manga Fukidashi]Vlad King [Sekijiro Kan]
Make it Happen, Shinso!
15 pp · Superhero, Teen
Hitoshi ShinsoChargebolt [Denki Kaminari]Anima [Koji Koda]Froppy [Tsuyu Asui]Red Riot [Eijiro Kirishima]Vine [Ibara Shozaki]Gevaudan [Jurota Shishida]Kosei TsuburabaDragon Shroud [Hiryu Rin]Izuku MidoriyaVlad King [Sekijiro Kan]Neito MonomaShota AizawaMina AshidoYuga AoyamaKyoka Jiro
Quaotic Quirkstravaganza
15 pp · Superhero, Teen
Hitoshi ShinsoChargebolt [Denki Kaminari]Anima [Koji Koda]Froppy [Tsuyu Asui]Red Riot [Eijiro Kirishima]Vine [Ibara Shozaki]Gevaudan [Jurota Shishida]Kosei TsuburabaDragon Shroud [Hiryu Rin]Izuku MidoriyaMinoru Mineta
Know Where You Stand when It Counts
13 pp
Hitoshi ShinsoChargebolt [Denki Kaminari]Anima [Koji Koda]Froppy [Tsuyu Asui]Red Riot [Eijiro Kirishima]Vine [Ibara Shozaki]Gevaudan [Jurota Shishida]Kosei TsuburabaDragon Shroud [Hiryu Rin]Izuku MidoriyaVlad King [Sekijiro Kan]Neito MonomaShota AizawaToshinori YagiMidnight [Nemuri Kayama]Minoru MinetaCreati [Momo Yaoyorozu]Tsukuyomi [Fumikage Tokoyami]Invisible Girl [Toru Hagakure]Can't Stop Twinkling [Yuga Aoyama]Battle Fist [Itsuka Kendo]Comic Man [Manga Fukidashi]Vantablack [Shihai Kuroiro]Shemage [Kinoko Komori]
Operation New Improv Moves
13 pp · Superhero, Teen
Creati [Momo Yaoyorozu]Tsukuyomi [Fumikage Tokoyami]Invisible Girl [Toru Hagakure]Can't Stop Twinkling [Yuga Aoyama]Battle Fist [Itsuka Kendo]Comic Man [Manga Fukidashi]Vantablack [Shihai Kuroiro]Shemage [Kinoko Komori]Hawks
Clever Commander
11 pp · Superhero, Teen
Creati [Momo Yaoyorozu]Tsukuyomi [Fumikage Tokoyami]Invisible Girl [Toru Hagakure]Can't Stop Twinkling [Yuga Aoyama]Battle Fist [Itsuka Kendo]Comic Man [Manga Fukidashi]Vantablack [Shihai Kuroiro]Shemage [Kinoko Komori]Shoto TodorokiHanta SeroMashirao OjiroJurota Shishida
