Where Does My Hero Academia Volume 23 Fit In The Overall Arc Order?

I'm totally lost between Paranormal Liberation Front and the war—which major battles happen after Volume 23's end in the My Hero Academia manga timeline?
2026-08-04 03:15:59
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CyrusKent
CyrusKent
Book Scout Receptionist
Oh, volume 23 is the real turning point where everything gets incredibly tense. It covers chapters 213 through 221, kicking off right after the Shie Hassaikai raid ends. This volume dives into the immediate aftermath of that battle, with the Pro Heroes dealing with the fallout and the students being recognized for their efforts.

It's the calm before the storm, really, setting up the next big conflict. The focus shifts to the rising tension with the League of Villains and the public's growing anxiety. You also get the school festival arc starting, which provides a bit of a breather but still carries that underlying unease.

So in the grand scheme, it's the bridge between the intense action of the Overhaul arc and the more character-driven, but still pivotal, events that follow. It's not just filler; it's essential for the emotional reset and the new status quo.
2026-08-05 00:53:18
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QuinnFox
QuinnFox
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Honestly, the cover says it all—it's Tomura Shigaraki, front and center, not any of the students. That's your clue about the perspective shift. The arc order goes: Endeavor Agency arc (short), then this Meta Liberation Army arc. So it's a major villain-centric section that redefines the entire conflict.
2026-08-05 06:00:39
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GavinHunt
GavinHunt
Active Reader Analyst
lol reading all these detailed breakdowns. I just remember it as the 'everyone fights Gigantomachia' book. Dude is a walking disaster zone. Good times.
2026-08-05 07:37:45
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Alina
Alina
Book Clue Finder Analyst
Honestly, the arc order can get confusing with the anime seasons and manga volumes. Volume 23 corresponds to the first part of what the anime adapted in season 4, after the Overhaul fight. It's the prologue to the School Festival Arc.

The volume collects the chapters where the heroes get debriefed, Mirio's situation is addressed, and the cultural festival is proposed as a morale booster. Eri's recovery is a central thread. It's a more subdued collection, focusing on healing and preparation.

So, if you're listing major arcs, it's: Pro Hero / Internship (Overhaul) Arc → Volume 23 (Aftermath/Transition) → School Festival Arc (which continues into volume 24). It's the connective tissue that makes the world feel lived-in after a major crisis.
2026-08-05 10:20:22
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IsaacKing
IsaacKing
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It fits as the starting line for the series' most ambitious saga. Think of it like the 'Infinity War' prologue of MHA. All the pieces are moved into position: Shigaraki's awakening, the merging of groups, the public's crumbling trust. The calm(ish) school days are officially over after this.
2026-08-05 12:55:32
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