The entertainment magazine for book and comic lovers, Da Vinci, has just announced its August 2024 issue. Gracing the cover are freshly drawn portraits of Izuku Midoriya, Katsuki Bakugo, and Shoto Todoroki from the hit anime "My Hero Academia." Available since July 5, 2024, this edition is packed with exciting content, including a rare, in-depth interview with the series creator, Kohei Horikoshi.
My Hero Academia, originally a hero action manga by Kohei Horikoshi and serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump, is in the midst of its seventh anime season. This issue of Da Vinci teases the eagerly anticipated next movie installment, "My Hero Academia THE MOVIE: You’re Next," set to premiere on August 2, under the theme 'Beyond the Limits with "My Hero Academia."'
The cover illustration captures a typical day for the trio aspiring to become heroes at U.A. High School, reflecting back to their early days at the Hero Academy.
The magazine's 26-page feature not only includes Horikoshi’s extensive interview as the manga nears its climax but also conversations with the anime's voice actors. Daiki Yamashita (Izuku Midoriya), Nobuhiko Okamoto (Katsuki Bakugo), and Yuki Kaji (Shoto Todoroki) share insights into their characters. Additionally, the discussion between Mamoru Miyano and Meari Saegusa, who voice characters in the new movie, is a highlight not to be missed.
In the ongoing anime, the seventh season presents a society ravaged by villains, setting the stage for a climactic showdown. The new movie intensifies this drama, showcasing a brutal confrontation with a mysterious new villain faction. As the manga and anime reach their peak, the series celebrates a milestone with over 100 million copies in circulation, continuing to follow the young heroes on their quest to become the greatest.
The August 2024 issue of Da Vinci magazine, priced at 850 yen (tax included), offers a deep dive into the origins of these beloved characters. It’s now on sale, providing not just a peek into the heroic journeys but also a borderless horror experience and an adventure beyond limits with "My Hero Academia."
Release Date: July 5, 2024; Price: 850 yen (773 yen + tax); Format: A4; Cover: "My Hero Academia" Izuku Midoriya x Katsuki Bakugo x Shoto Todoroki; Publisher: KADOKAWA.
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