How Do Deku And Bakugo’S Relationship Change By Volume 20?

Catching up with the My Hero Academia manga after the anime ended, specifically curious about their dynamic post-Provisional Hero License arc. Are they actually acknowledging each other's growth yet?
2026-08-04 10:12:06
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AnnaWood
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I find Bakugo’s side more compelling. Deku was always headed toward forgiveness; it’s in his nature. Bakugo had to dismantle his entire worldview. His journey from seeing Deku as ‘someone below me who needs to acknowledge my superiority’ to ‘my equal who I must protect and surpass’ is brutal and full of self-loathing. Every step forward is agony for him. By volume 20, he’s reached a point of grim acceptance. He’s not happy about it, but he fully embraces the fact that Midoriya Izuku is his problem, his responsibility, and his goal. That grudging, earned respect is way more interesting than a simple friendship.
2026-08-06 00:07:58
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RexMeyer
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For a different take, compare it to other shonen rivalries. Naruto and Sasuke’s was purely personal, a tug-of-war for each other’s soul. Goku and Vegeta’s is about pride and the thrill of the fight. Deku and Bakugo’s is fundamentally about ideology. Bakugo believed strength was everything; Deku believed saving people was everything. Their clash and eventual merging is about synthesizing those ideals: becoming strong to save people. By volume 20, they’ve both absorbed the other’s core philosophy. Bakugo learns to save, Deku learns the ruthless strength required to do it. Their relationship is the vehicle for that thematic completion.
2026-08-06 18:23:55
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EmmaDixon
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From a thematic angle, their relationship embodies the series’ core question: what makes a true hero? Is it winning (Bakugo’s start) or saving (Deku’s start)? Their clash and eventual synthesis is the answer. A true hero does both. By volume 20, Bakugo has embraced the need to save, and Deku has embraced the need to win decisively. They’ve rubbed off on each other completely. Their partnership is the living answer to the series’ central theme, which is why it feels so foundational to the entire story.
2026-08-07 00:37:30
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DaisyBoyd
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Reading weekly as it came out, the change felt gradual, but re-reading up to volume 20, it’s a stark contrast. The sheer absence of Bakugo’s default condescension is noticeable. He still gets frustrated, he still yells, but the venom is gone. It’s replaced by a focused intensity. He’s not insulting Deku’s worth; he’s criticizing his tactics or warning him of danger. The content of their exchanges shifts from personal attacks to professional, life-or-death communication. It’s the difference between a schoolyard bully and a demanding drill sergeant who ultimately has your back.
2026-08-08 11:21:28
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SamAdams
SamAdams
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It’s a relief, narratively. Having your two main characters stuck in a purely antagonistic loop gets exhausting. The change allows the story to explore new territories—how they compete healthily, how they cover each other’s flaws, how they lead together. It opens up the plot instead of constricting it. By volume 20, their matured relationship is a foundation the author can build massive, world-ending stakes upon, because we believe these two will find a way to work it out.
2026-08-09 01:20:02
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How does Bakugo’s role change in My Hero Academia Volume 15?

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Some fans see his kidnapping as a weak plot point, but I disagree. It's essential for humbling him. His role changes from an internal antagonist to a symbol of the class's vulnerability. The fact that the whole hero society mobilizes to save one student—him—forces him to see his own value through others' eyes. He's not a lone wolf; he's part of a system that risks everything for one member. That communal responsibility is a new concept for Bakugo. Volume 15 is where that lesson is brutally administered.

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How do fanfictions analyze the psychological trauma and healing in Deku and Bakugo's relationship?

3 回答2026-03-01 21:50:11
The dynamic between Deku and Bakugo in 'My Hero Academia' fanfictions often dives deep into their shared history of bullying and rivalry, transforming it into a narrative of psychological trauma and eventual healing. Many stories explore Deku's lingering self-doubt and Bakugo's explosive guilt, framing their growth as a slow burn of mutual understanding. Some fics use flashbacks to highlight pivotal moments, like their childhood fallout or the war arc's aftermath, to show how trauma shaped their defensive mechanisms. The healing process is frequently depicted through quiet conversations, shared battles, or even therapy sessions—something the canon rarely touches. Writers love to emphasize Bakugo's reluctant apologies and Deku's gradual acceptance, making their bond feel earned rather than forced. The best works balance their flaws and strengths, showing how trauma doesn't vanish but becomes something they navigate together. It's a testament to how fanfiction can flesh out emotional arcs that the original material only hints at.

What fanfiction explores Deku and Bakugo’s evolving friendship?

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I was just revisiting this one earlier today, and I find myself returning to it more than I care to admit. The dynamic between the two of them is so grounded, less about flashy quirks and more about the heavy, awkward silences that come after a fight. The author nails Bakugo's internal monologue—not a sudden softie, but someone who begrudgingly starts noticing his own patterns of aggression. It really digs into the idea of shared history. Scenes where they're forced to work together on mundane patrols or paperwork, and old memories bubble up, feel so authentic. The progression isn't linear either; they take steps back, snap at each other, but the undercurrent shifts slowly. That feels more true to their characters than any instant reconciliation.
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