My Hero Academia is full of formidable heroes and villains who clash in epic battles of strength and willpower. At the heart of this manga lies a diverse cast of characters, each wielding unique Quirks and embodying varying degrees of power.
As the manga's Final War arc rages on, the power scale of characters continues to tip in unexpected ways. From the indomitable All Might to the seemingly unstoppable Tomura Shigaraki, the series boasts titans of strength, revered for their unparalleled prowess and unwavering resolve.
10 Mirio Is a Prodigy
Quirk: Permeation
Mirio is one third of U.A. High School's Big 3 alongside Tamaki Amajiki and Nejire Hado. Hailed for his extraordinary technique, combat prowess, and charismatic personality, Mirio has been considered a contender for the No. 1 spot among Pro Heroes and was even thought to be a potential inheritor of One For All by All Might. His Quirk, Permeation, allows him to phase through solid matter, making him near-invulnerable. Mirio's unparalleled mastery over his Quirk makes him appear invincible; when coupled with his remarkable speed and physical strength, Mirio incapacitates opponents with ease.
During the Shie Hassaikai Raid, Mirio even outmatches Overhaul to the extent that the villain resorts to using Quirk-Destroying Bullets against him. And yet, Mirio's foresight and sheer strength enable him to hold his ground against him for a while despite not having his Quirk.
9 Gigantomachia Is a Near Unbeatable Giant
Quirk: Endurance, Pain Blocker, Gigantification, Dog, Energy Saver, Fierce Gains, Mole
All For One's formidable former bodyguard, Gigantomachia, is a colossal force to reckon with. Capable of overwhelming veteran heroes like Gran Torino and effortlessly defeating multiple members of the League of Villains, his resilience is unmatched. Despite battling him relentlessly for a month, the League still struggled to make any headway against him.
During the assault on Villa, Gigantomachia's sheer strength and durability allow him to single-handedly take on numerous Pro Heroes, killing many — including Majestic, who was close to ranking in the top ten among Pro Heroes. Despite his immense size, he displays astonishing speed, even uprooting trees as he runs. However, his reliance on orders from his master and inability to think for himself are notable weaknesses.
8 Tokoyami Overpowers Foes With His Dark Shadow
Quirk: Dark Shadow
Tokoyami consistently proves himself as one of the most powerful members of Class 1-A, often rivaling or surpassing peers like Deku, Bakugo, and Shoto. His Quirk, Dark Shadow, is wielded with remarkable skill, serving in offense, defense, and even aiding in rescues. Over time, he refines Dark Shadow's abilities, extending its reach and developing the Black Fallen Angel technique. Using his ultimate move, Ragnarok, he also successfully repels the villain, Re-Destro, demonstrating his strength against strong adversaries.
During the Final War, Tokoyami's resilience shines as he helps Hawks battle All For One. His strategic prowess, along with assistance from his classmates, results in a decisive blow against the villain. He achieves total release of Dark Shadow, surprising even All For One. Tokoyami's prowess and determination make him a formidable ally in the fight against evil.
7 Shoto is a Top Hero Contender
Quirk: Half-Cold Half-Hot
Admitted to U.A. High School through recommendations, Shoto quickly establishes himself as one of Class 1-A's strongest students. His mastery of his Half-Cold Half-Hot Quirk gives him remarkable dual-element abilities. Following his encounter with the Hero Killer, Stain, he earns recognition as one of the class's top hero contenders. During the mission to retrieve Deku, Shoto also demonstrates enhanced cryokinetic abilities, showcasing his refined control over his ice manipulation.
Training with the Wild, Wild Pussycats helps him further enhance his efficiency with his Quirk, enabling him to confront Dabi in the Final War. Despite Dabi's formidable Blueflame Quirk, Shoto's cold flames prove equally strong, allowing him to overpower Dabi with minimal injuries before Dabi's unexpected awakening.
6 Dabi Rivals Endeavor and Shoto in Power
Quirk: Blueflame
Having gone through rigorous self-training and trained with Endeavor as a child, Dabi is the League of Villains' previously mysterious and most terrifying member. He has great control over his powerful blue flames, which only get stronger because of his intense hatred for his father. Dabi can incinerate incoming attacks and create fire walls to trap and burn up his foes, even when outnumbered.
Dabi can exploit and overpower Hawks with his Quirk's pyrokinetic qualities. During the Paranormal Liberation War, Dabi utilized Endeavor’s Flashfire Fist, which he used to plow through heroes, including Best Jeanist, Nejire, and even Shoto. With the unexpected awakening of his mother’s Frost Quirk during the Final War arc, Dabi is rejuvenated, rivals Shoto's Phosphor technique, and pushes his father over the limit.
5 Endeavor's Fiery Power Solidifies His Status as the Number One Pro Hero
Quirk: Hellflame
Endeavor's battle skill is legendary. He has unparalleled control over his flames. He is also able to manipulate their shape and temperature effortlessly, even achieving limited flight by concentrating the heat to his feet. Endeavor is capable of repeatedly defeating various grades of Nomu without sustaining any damage, which earned him praise from All For One.
In the Paranormal Liberation War, Endeavor proved indispensable despite being outmatched by the immensely powerful Tomura Shigaraki. Alongside Deku, Endeavor inflicted significant damage on the Shigaraki and ultimately contributed to his breakdown. Endeavor also displayed his immense strength by knocking back the colossal Gigantomachia with a flame-propelled skull bash. He is well deserving of the number one Pro Hero title.
4 Bakugo Holds His Own Against the Best Heroes and Villains
Quirk: Explosion
Bakugo stands out as one of the strongest students in Class 1-A, wielding his explosive Quirk with finesse. He is versatile with his Explosion Quirk, using aerial propulsion to blind opponents and unleashing long-range blasts. He single-handedly overpowers villains like Kurogiri during the U.S.J. Incident and defeats formidable classmates like Shoto at the Sports Festival.
In the Paranormal Liberation War, Bakugo is skilled enough to fight alongside top Pro Heroes. At this time, he undergoes an awakening that amplifies his Quirk's potency and leads to the development of a new technique, Cluster. Throughout the Final War, he continues to elevate his abilities, surprising even the likes of Shigaraki.
3 All For One Considered Star and Stripe a Formidable Threat
Quirk: New Order
Formerly the top hero in the United States, Star and Stripe was revered by All For One as "The strongest woman around." Her resilience and power were so great that All For One even acknowledged her as a threat.
With her Quirk, New Order, she could manipulate and impose rules on her surroundings, enhancing her abilities and granting her impressive durability. Despite her death at the hands of Shigaraki, Star and Stripe's willpower endured, leaving a lasting impact on Shigaraki and continuing to haunt him — a testament to her incredible strength and tenacity.
2 Deku Is the World's Only Hope Against Shigaraki
Quirk: One For All
Before acquiring his Quirk from All Might, Deku's greatest strength lay in his extensive knowledge of hero skills and tactics, which he would record in his notebook. Despite not fully being in control of his Quirk at first, Deku eventually gains control over One For All under Gran Torino's guidance, developing the Full Cowl technique, which enhances his maneuverability and strength. Deku is later strong enough to fight alongside top Pro Heroes like Eraser Head and Endeavor during the Paranormal Liberation War.
After the war, he displays mastery over his accumulated Quirks that he also gained from previous One For All wielders, effortlessly outmaneuvering enemies and creating new Ultimate Moves. During the Final War, Deku's growth positioned him as the only one powerful enough to take on a fully powered Shigaraki. In their final showdown, he matched Shigaraki's strength and speed, demonstrating immense power capable of overwhelming the villain and signaling his evolution into a true hero.
1 Shigaraki Is My Hero Academia's Most Powerful Villain
Quirk: Decay, All For One
Tomura Shigaraki is the world's most formidable villain, even surpassing his master, All For One. His mere presence instills a fear that can paralyze others and induce hallucinations of death, as Deku and Kirishima experienced. After undergoing body modifications, his abilities rival those of All Might at his prime.
Shigaraki's reputation spreads globally, notably for killing the powerful hero, Star and Stripe. As his body evolves due to the Quirk Singularity, he gains an ultimate defense form that surpasses even All Might and All For One. In the Final War, despite having his Quirks nullified and facing a battlefield designed to counter him, Shigaraki nearly destroys every hero at the U.A. Fortress. Only Deku is capable of confronting him on equal terms, highlighting Shigaraki's unparalleled power and threat to society.
