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My Hero Academia Season 4, Episode 11 Review/Recap

I heard that for reasons beyond their control, the simuldub of My Hero Academia‘s delayed for a week. So I almost chose not to go through with a review this week. However, I decided that, subbed or dubbed, MHA is MHA. It’s a good thing, too, because this episode, we got to see Lemillion show just how great of a hero he really is. In fact, I can see why Nighteye wanted him to be All Might’s successor. Lemillion’s got the heart of a true hero.

Recap

Despite being part of an alliance with the Hassakai, Twice and Toga remember Shigaraki’s instructions to sabotage the group. Thus, they provoke Mimicry into losing his cool and exposing himself to the heroes. That makes him easy prey for Deku to take out whilst the League of Villains pair escapes. Meanwhile, Lemillion finally manages to catch up to Overhaul and Eri, only to be set upon by two more members of the Eight Bullets.

Even outnumbered, Lemillion proves more than capable of holding his own, wiping the floor with the Eight Bullets and grabbing a hold of Eri. As a result of provoking Overhaul by using his real name, the villainous Yakuza leader goes berserk with his power. The two continue to clash, until one of the Eight Bullets fires a perfect anti-Quirk bullet straight at Eri. Even though he knows what will happen, Lemillion throws himself in front of Eri, taking the shot and losing his Quirk.

Quirkless or not, Lemillion uses all of his training and manages to keep Overhaul at bay, despite sustaining serious injuries. However, his efforts aren’t in vain; at that moment, Deku and the others finally catch up to Overhaul!

Review

We’ve heard several times now how Overhaul thinks Quirks are a disease that’s infected people with the notion of heroism, blah blah blah. Well, if anything, Lemillion proves that that’s a load of baloney. You don’t need to have incredible powers to be a hero and save someone, and Lemillion reminds us of that, just as Deku did at the start of the story. His resolve even in the face of losing his Quirk is what makes him a true hero.

I can now see why Sir Nighteye wanted Lemillion to be the next Symbol of Peace. Even though we know Deku’s tapped to become that, I still think Lemillion will become one of the greatest heroes in the world. In other words, I know he’ll get his Quirk back someday, even if it hasn’t happened in the manga yet.

However, it’s now time for Deku to take center-stage and do what he does best: beat Overhaul’s beaked face into a bloody pulp. I don’t care if the dub’s no longer a simuldub; I’m looking forward to the next episode! Deku vs. Overhaul, at last! Go Beyond, Plus Ultra!

I Give “Lemillion” a 4/5

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Sword Art Online: Alicization- War of Underworld Episode 36 Review/Recap

So, apparently, Sword Art Online’s going on break for a few months. It’s reached the halfway point for this season, right when thing’s are about to get interesting. Thanks to that hacker whose name I forget, Gabriel has an army of ignorant gamers to fight for him in Underworld. Which is why its frustating to see them go on break for the season.

LINK START!

Recap

Having logged into Underworld thinking they’re in a beta game, the American players begin killing anything that moves, much to everyone’s horror. As a result of the slaughter and Vecta’s unwillingness to do anything, Iskahn begins to fight the Seal. In the end, his rage becomes so great that he rips his right eye out like a boss! He then forms a truce with the Integrity Knights in exchange for help saving his forces, which Asuna readily accepts

Fortunately, the American Players are like Stormtroopers: poorly trained and go down with little effort. As a result, the Knights plow through them. However, Alice gets separated from the others, and as a result, gets captured by Vecta/Gabriel. Thus, Bercouli takes off in pursuit, and most of the decoy force follows him in order to rescue Alice.

Back in the real world, that loser hacker sends another 20,000 American players to intercept the Human Empire forces. However, they’re then immediately intercept by Sinon. Using another super-account, Sinon dives into Underworld and uses her godlike powers to slaughter the players. Then, the first half of War of Underworld ends.

Review

I cannot believe that I have to wait until April to see how everything ends. I know how it turns out thanks to the Light Novels, but I was so looking forward to seeing the calvary arrive. We already know that almost all of Kirito’s friends are going to come and fight, with Asuna, Sinon, and Leafa leading the charge. However, reading about it and seeing it happen are two different things. In other words, it’s going to be an epic action moment and full of fan service.

As far as mid-season finale’s go, though, I think SAO chose the best possible moment to take a break. Everything’s starting to go crazy, past characters are coming in to help, and Alice is now in the hands of the evil Gabriel. It’s a good cliffhanger.

In addition to that, the show’s teased the return of an old enemy of Asuna and Kirito’s in the form of Vassago. If you haven’t figured out who he is, here’s a hint: it’s showtime.

Because of this break, my series for SAO’s on hiatus until April. When it does start up again, though, I will handle it with gusto. This is turning into one of the best arcs in SAO. Karandi, if you’re reading this, this would be a great time to get back into the show.

I Give “Ray of Light” a 3.7/5. Great Set-Up, still bummed about the break.

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