Heartwarming / Heroes Never Die It's Hero Time

As is the case with all pages detailing Heartwarming Moments, Spoilers Off

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• Anytime Midoriya and Uraraka support one another or cheer up each other.
• Chapter 2:
  • When Izuku is afraid that he'll have the Omnitrix taken away from him, thereby taking away his dream to be a hero, Thirteen regretfully tells him that he can't keep up... but since they can't remove it or lock up his hand, the Plumber says it's alright for him to hold onto it, smiling underneath their helmet.
  • When Thirteen hears Izuku's reasoning for wanting to be a hero, she decides to help him, telling him she knows he can become a hero, making her the first person to ever support his dream.
• During the Battle Trial, Izuku doubts his abilities and thinks he's no match for Bakugo but Shoji encourages him and reminds him of his previous acts of heroism. This gives Izuku the courage to face his long-time tormentor.
• Chapter 17:
  • When Midoriya meets with Henzu (Nue) again, the former gets beaten to near death and is about to go into despair until Tsuyu and Iida shout at him, urging him to get up. Hearing his classmates gives Midoriya his Heroic Second Wind to fight on.
    • During said encouragement, Iida tells Izuku that he thinks he's one of the most, if not the most, heroic members of their class.
  • Tetrax tells Midoriya his fears of what kind of being the Omnitrix would wind up with but that meeting him has assured him it's in good hands.
  • Tetrax volunteering to lead Vilgax off on a wild goose chase with a fake Omnitrix signal for a boy he's known for less than a day.
• Aliens all over the universe are cheering towards the U.A. Sports Festival and now that Midoriya has the Omnitrix, he's basically a representative for any species he transforms into.
  • In the aftermath of the event, both Midoriya and Uraraka are being praised for what they've done, especially Midoriya who is just happy that he's being praised for his desire to be a hero.
  • When Midoriya gives out his speech, he subtly extends his sympathies and support to the countless billions of aliens all across the universe. Do note that, unlike Earth, the other planets don't have Pro Heroes nor All Might hence why they are suffering under the cruelty of evil attackers but now, Izuku will be there for them.
  • Midoriya reaches out and bonds with Shinso, both because of him praising and awing over his Quirk as opposed to the usual mistrust and fear it normally receives and their shared experiences of how unfair people have treated them because of their powers or lack thereof.
  • Baumann, of all people, wildly cheers for Izuku's success despite how strained their relationship is. It's also revealed that the shopkeeper is disgusted with Bakugo for bullying Izuku.
• Midoriya receives nothing but jeers and ridicule from the citizens after turning into Stinkfly but then the police and Gang Orca step in and tell them off, informing them that Stinkfly should be praised for his heroics, especially since he saved the entire city from near destruction. The people quickly begin cheering him on.
• Chapter 36:
  • After learning that he can legally claim credit for defeating the Hero Killer Stain, Izuku refuses to do so on the grounds that his defeat was a group effort and it wouldn't be right.
  • In response, Shouto, Ochaco, and Tenya go behind his back and ensure that he does receive the credit they feel he deserves.
  • The reveal that Nezu and Gran Torino never informed All Might about aliens because they knew he, as he did with Earth, would take the galaxy's problems on his shoulders.
• Chapter 38:
  • Inko's sheer joy over Hiashi returning and confirming that he was staying home with them.
  • Inko and Hiashi acting like a pair of newlyweds.
  • Unlike most stories where a returning parent demands respect, Hiashi admits that Izuku has every right to be mad at him for not being in their lives.
  • Ochaco helping Izuku deal with his feelings on his father's return. Points for Baumann as he was the one who called her.
• While we never find out what exactly he said, Izuku as Wildmutt gives Koda a pep talk that convinces the shy boy to step up.
• Chapter 42:
  • Shinso admitting and apologizing to Shoto and Momo, that he thought Class 1-A were arrogant jerks who got by on luck and great powers when they actually earned their place fair and square.
  • Shoto tells Momo he was the other person who voted her for class rep because he thinks she would make a great leader.
• Chapter 44:
  • Izuku receives public support from his friends after Izuku's Heatblast breakdown in chapter 43.
  • Furthermore Aizawa publicly stated that the U.A. teaching staff were more responsible for said breakdown and getting the rest of Class A to shift gears.
  • In a call back to the encouragement Midoriya gave him in chapter 40, Koda manages to stammer out some encouragement to his classmate when thinks it’ll be a bad idea for him to join the class shopping.
  • The fact that for the first time in his life, Izuku feels like everyone is on his side, who believes in him and cares about him, makes this all the more heartwarming.
• Chapter 46:
  • After her mother reveals her alien heritage to her, Mina reassures her that she doesn't love her any less and they hug.
  • After Izuku explodes at Hisashi and unloads all his bitter feelings on him, he reads the letters his father sent him, realizing how much Hisashi loved and missed him, and finally agrees to give his father a chance, calling him Dad and hugging him for the first time since he came home.
• Chapter 47:
  • Izuku bonding with the baby Lewodan, which encourages him not to give up.
  • While they're Vulkanus' prisoners, Uraraka tells Mina the truth that Izuku is actually Quirkless. At first, she's worried her classmate will react negatively to the truth but Mina thinks that it makes all his prior accomplishments even more impressive.
  • While the situation is Played for Laughs, Rath's "Let me tell ya something" towards Ochacho mentions that he thinks of her as his sister-in-arms.
  • Mina declares she's joining her friends as a Plumber cadet.
• Chapter 48:
  • Despite the rough start of their trip, Izuku admits that looking back he's made memories with his father that he's going to enjoy.
  • After they deal with Krabb, Hisashi says they'll have to cancel the road trip and take the bounty hunter to Plumber HQ, but Izuku insists they don't cancel and that he's enjoying his time with his father.
• Chapter 49:
  • Bakugou may be a jerk who is rude to everyone around him, but he clearly does care for Kirishima and even trusts him to take care of himself.
  • When they are both captured, Bakugou confesses to Izuku that ever since coming to U.A., the former never had the chance to prove that he too can become a hero, and that upsets him. Izuku says that he does believe Bakugou can be a hero, and whenever he does win, he does so by skill and strength, while Izuku believes that he only wins because of dumb luck, and doubts if he's worthy of the power he wields. Bakugou then tells him that he should earn it if he feels that way, and even complements Izuku on his use of the Omnitrix, expressing his belief that he doubts anyone could use it as well as he has. He then moved to activate the Omnitrix, even shouting out Izuku's catchphrase with his own spin on it.
  • By the end of the chapter, Izuku and Bakugou still bicker like usual, but there seems to be a level of mutual respect that's grown between them.
• Chapter 50: Hop Pop clearly loves and cares about his grandkids, even to risk the Kraken he's been hunting for years and his treasured fishing boat to make sure they're safe.
• Chapter 52:
  • Despite their rocky relationship, Shigaraki protests All for One's agreement to leave Henzu with Vilgax. Though this is downplayed, this is mostly because Nue is one of their strongest members.
• Chapter 55-56: It's bittersweet, but the flashbacks show just how close Hisashi and Endeavor were. The former was even the godfather of the latter's children. A stark contrast to their relationship today.
• Chapter 60:
  • Despite their friendship being long over, both Izuku and Nue work together to escape the Null Void. After they do escape, Nue calls Izuku by his given name for the first time since their falling out, as opposed to just calling him Deku to mock him.
  • It's bittersweet, but the flashback that takes place during the chapter proves to show just how close Izuku and Henzu were.
• Chapter 64:
  • When Izuku enters his breakdown after Malware deactivates the Master Control, Kraab is able to help him break out of it after admitting that Izuku is his friend.
  • Everyone, even Bakugou agrees to help Izuku stop the combination of Malware and Wolfman. What makes it more impactful is All Might, who for most of the story treated Izuku with suspicion, trusting in Izuku completely.
    • In turn, Izuku starts regaining trust in All Might, with it being stated that it's the first time in a long time he has been able to smile in front of All Might.
  • Despite Malware nearly killing Izuku and his friends, the boy still feels sadness when Malware is apparently destroyed, showing just how compassionate the young hero is despite the torment he went through in life.
• Chapter 65: Hisashi and All Might both vow to earn Izuku's respect and work to make sure he, and other young heroes, can become even greater than they ever could.
• Chapter 66: The opening scene is a pleasant and peaceful morning in the Midoriya household, where Izuku spends time with his complete family. Even Mr. Baumann is affected by Izuku's good mood.
• Chapter 67:
  • When they realize the sunlight is actually killing Ghostfreak, the members of Class A and B rush to save him. Even Mr. Aizawa is concerned.
  • Todoroki goes from despising his flames with a passion to using them for such mundane uses as heating up a stove. It goes to show how far he's come.
  • As Kendou tries to apologize to Izuku after almost killing him in an exercise, he easily forgives her, thanking her even for revealing a weakness of his before he found out if he ever confronted a villain.
• Chapter 68:
  • When Izuku is nervous that he's gonna be facing All Might for his make-up exam, Aizawa quickly assures him it won't be the case.
  • Bakugou and Rath bonding.
• Chapter 70: When Izuku asks if he could count on Kraab to disable the jamming signal in the camp, the little cyborg says yes with no hesitation, before telling Izuku to be careful. He's come a long way from trying to end the boy to make sure he stays safe.
• Chapter 72: In a way to calm Kota down, Izuku asks for his help in coming up with a name for his new alien. It works!
• Chapter 76:
  • Ochaco bumps into a distraught Kota and comforts him promising the boy he will get a chance to talk to Izuku again and thank him.
  • Fuka and Dholak accompany Gang Orca on the raid, stating that they intend to show the League why kidnapping their agency's former intern was a bad move
    Fuka: Ehehehe. When you mess with the fish you get the school.
  • All Might as Toshinori meets up with Hisashi and apologizes for not doing more to protect Izuku and swears to get him back. Hisashi is clearly confused as to why he's hearing this from a stranger but clearly appreciates the sentiment.
  • Tezuka reprimands Hisashi for even joining the raid as rules state relatives can't take part in such an operation. She tries to act as we've previously seen her do around him but she's clearly concerned for him and sympathies as a fellow parent and thus promises to watch his back.
• Chapter 77:
  • During the video call before the raid, Gang Orca takes a moment to compliment Izuku, praising his cunning. Then Fuka chimes in saying neither boy is going to make things easy for the League.
  • On top of his canon praise of Bakugo during the press conference, Aizawa also speaks in Izuku's defense when a reporter, Will Harangue, tries to smear his student by noting various acts of vigilantism he as performed and that his capture of Stain was with dubious permission. Aizawa shuts remarks down by stating that Izuku is not out for glory and that his natural drive for heroism is equal to All Might's.
  • All Might revealed some elements of his background to Hisashi namely, All For One.
• Chapter 79:
  • Every member from the Bakugou rescue squad shows up at the Midoriya's residence to help comfort the grieving family.
  • When the teachers and students learn that Izuku is actually Quirkless, they don't hold any disdain nor do they feel betrayed, rather they are more impressed that Izuku had managed to come this far, especially his classmates.

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