Does 'Reborn As Dabi In HxH' Feature Crossover Villains?

I just finished reading 'Reborn as Dabi in HxH', and while it’s a wild ride blending 'My Hero Academia' and 'Hunter x Hunter', it doesn’t throw in crossover villains from other series. The antagonists are mainly from the HxH universe—think the Phantom Troupe or the Chimera Ants—but reimagined with Dabi’s fiery quirks thrown into the mix. The author focuses on how Dabi’s presence disrupts the existing power dynamics, like his flames clashing with Nen abilities. It’s fresh because it avoids the usual crossover trope of mashing up villains from both worlds. Instead, it digs into how Dabi’s arrival twists HxH’s original threats into something even deadlier. If you’re into character-driven chaos, this fic nails it without relying on gimmicky cameos.

Short answer: no, but the lack of crossover villains is the point. 'Reborn as Dabi in HxH' thrives by making its protagonist the alien element in HxH’s ecosystem. Dabi doesn’t need to fight Thanos or Aizen when he’s too busy torching the Zoldyck family’s forest or trading barbs with Pariston. The fic’s tension comes from Dabi being the wildcard in established systems—imagine him burning through the Hunter Exam or destabilizing the Troupe’s heist plans.

The author could’ve easily tossed in Shigaraki, but they wisely avoid diluting the stakes. Instead, they amplify HxH’s existing themes: power corruption, survival of the fittest. Dabi’s flames force Nen users to innovate, like Kurapika developing fireproof chains or Killua risking lightning-overload tactics. It’s a smarter take than ‘every villain ever teams up.’

If you’re after pure HxH chaos with a MHA flavor, this delivers. For actual crossover villains, check out 'Dabi vs. the Akatsuki'—but this fic’s focus is its strength.

As someone who’s obsessed with both source materials, I can confirm 'Reborn as Dabi in HxH' stays laser-focused on HxH’s native villains. The fic’s brilliance lies in how Dabi’s pyrokinetic abilities force existing foes to adapt. His blue flames? A nightmare for Hisoka’s bungee gum or Chrollo’s stolen techniques. The Chimera Ants become even scarier when they’re forced to evolve countermeasures against his heat.

What’s cool is how the author avoids cheap crossover tactics. No All For One randomly popping up in Yorknew City. Instead, they explore how Dabi’s morality (or lack thereof) aligns with HxH’s gray-scale villains. The Phantom Troupe’s dynamic shifts when a new pyro terrorist joins their ranks, and the Ant King’s hierarchy gets disrupted by someone who burns first, asks questions never. The story’s tension comes from Dabi’s impact, not imported bad guys.

For fans craving deeper lore, this approach works. It respects both universes by letting their native threats shine—just with more arson. If you want crossovers with Marvel-style villain team-ups, try 'Dabi in the Multiverse of Madness' instead. This fic’s strength is its restraint.