I wanna theorise about the possible end and the whole âIzuku canât control his heartâ regarding Katsuki and the possibility of them sharing OFA in some way again and the true nature of OFA. This is gonna get shippy cause I want it to and itâs just a theory but Iâll try to back it up so keep that in mind.
I was thinking about the last chapter and the way Shigaraki spoke just made me think. It is true.. that Katsuki isnât as strong as Deku simply because Deku has an OP superhuman strength quirk and on top of that quirk.. he has 6 more quirks.. BUT!!!
Itâs just about the way Shigaraki worded it that made me think. He is telling this to Katsuki.. he is targeting Katsuki specifically.. why? Well.. because..eventho Izuku has this insane power he wields.. that power would become useless the moment something happens to Katsuki.
Cause Izuku..would lose full control of it and the quirk would swallow him. Katsuki is Izukuâs image of victory. His closest one, his light. The one IN HIS HEART! This is the important bit. If you take that away from him..he is lost. Itâs why he slowly loses it when he left UA.
Iâm not saying he left because of Katsuki only. Obviously he wanted to protect everyone but almost losing Katsuki? His image of victory? Someone he loves, as he himself said. Probably hit him the most. But he had to leave him behind. And he slowly deteriorates. He gets worse and worse until.. heâs finally overwhelmed..life entirely left his eyes.. heâs about to give up.. and then.. here comes Bakugo Katsuki, his image of victory and in this moment.. his angel. And just like that, life is back in Izukuâs eyes.
For this one moment, everything was okay. Kacchan is here.. everything is okay.. but as he quickly realised heâs gonna have to leave Katsuki behind again.. because he canât risk Shigaraki hurting his friends and family⌠heâs back to looking hopeless.
And so when Katsuki finally apologises.. we see the look on Dekuâs face like weâve never seen before. His pupils explode.. but we donât know what he felt in this moment. Horikoshi hasnât let us see it yet. And so.. Izuku decided to come back. He might end up regretting this.
So letâs get to the point.
Bakugo Katsuki may as well BE One for all for Izuku.
He awakened Izukuâs quirks.. he inspires Izuku the most and most of all? The quirk itself seems to turn against Izuku whenever he gets too upset about something happening to Katsuki.
AFO is aware of this. He spent a long time observing Izuku and he knows that if he wants that victory and if he wants to take over OFA.. all he has to do is target Katsuki. The person thatâs inside his heart.
âYou have to control whatâs inside your heart.â
Because if he destroys his heart.. Izuku wonât be able to control OFA anymore. Itâs not about simply making Izuku rage.. itâs about making the quirk.. TURN AGAINST HIM. These two boys need each other. And while Izuku may have an OP quirk.. he NEEDS Katsuki to wield it.
So.. why does Ofa turn against Izuku? OFA is a quirk that responds to strong emotions. Emotions evolved it back when 2nd reached out to Yoichi. Embracing these emotions helps control OFA. What is Izukuâs strongest emotion? Katsuki.
Katsuki is the one inside his heart.
OFA has relations to heart. Therefore.. itâs almost as if Katsuki is One for All for Izuku. And as long as Izuku rejects these feelings and rejects the importance Katsuki has in his heart.. he will never have full control of One for all and he will NOT be able to complete it.
Up until this point, quirks have been triggering because Izuku was losing control of his heart because of Katsuki. But I think this time will be different. I think 2nds quirk ISNâT gonna trigger until Izuku GAINS this control. He wonât be able to complete OFA without it.
I think this is the true nature of one for all. Itâs romantic. The quirk is powered by this feeling. It sounds cliche as hell but it really does make sense. One for All reacts to love. Because the quirk is seated inside oneâs heart where the feeling of love resides too. Odd thing is that Katsuki lately began opening up. But the more Katsuki drops his mask.. the more Izuku retreats. Heâs pushing these feelings away even more when he should be doing the opposite and thatâs why Iâm afraid that next time he loses control..
Weâll see him in the light weâve never even imagined we could see him before. He will be forced to stop running away. He will be forced to realise the true nature of OFA and for this, he will need Katsuki who will change Izukuâs OFA forever, the way 2nd did for Yoichi.
I have a feeling that Hori didnât give up on Katsuki having access to OFA. But it may happen a little differently. As I already said, OFA is an emotion based quirk. Many years ago, 2nd evolved it and it became what it is today simply by reaching out to Yoichi.
Now⌠OFA is dying again, isnât it? They told Izuku he is most likely the last OFA user. And so⌠Katsuki will be the one to evolve this quirk the way 2nd did. And maybe.. this time, Izuku will be able to share this power with Katsuki without actually transferring the quirk over. Because these two boys are so close to each other and their hearts can become as one⌠they just need to come to the understanding of how much they mean to each other and the quirk will become THEIRS. They will be able to use it together and will be number one heroes together.
Because Hori is building this story about OFA and hearts and Izukuâs feelings for Bakugo Katsuki.. and Katsuki being the person closest to Deku.. Deku may be able to simply lend OFAâs power to Katsuki BECAUSE of that massive bond they have. Because Hori is building this story about OFA and hearts and Izukuâs feelings for Bakugo Katsuki.. and Katsuki being the person closest to Deku.. Deku may be able to simply lend OFAâs power to Katsuki BECAUSE of that massive bond they have.
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My Top 20 BKDK Moments (So Far)
by mysterylover123
Warning, anime onlys: Iâll be mentioning Manga stuff, though only 2 of them are all that spoiler-y
#20. YOU MADE THAT BORROWED POWER Â YOUR OWN
3.19 âRUSH!â Provisional License Exam Arc
What Happens: Bakugo asks Midoriya if heâs made âthat borrowed powerâ his own, complimenting him indirectly by saying that of course he passed. Deku gets super excited at being complimented by him.
Why I like it: For all the shit they throw at one another early on, BK & DK do really look up to/respect each other. They wonât admit it easily, but scenes like this (and a later scene in Chapter 194, where Deku compliments Kacchan and he too reacts extremely) showcase that respect. I love it. Also, Kacchan knows Dekuâs AMâs inheritor already.
#19. HAVE YOU GOTTEN ANY BETTER? (Manga)
Chapter 168 âThe Strange Tale of Aoyamaâ Interlude arcs
What happens. Post Internship arc, Bakugo asks Deku if heâs gotten any better since they last talked. Deku says no, and Bakugo reminds him that he said heâd surpass him. This prompts Deku to work harder.
Why I like it: Ideal RivalShipping is about two characters pushing each other to be their best selves. Bakugo is great at getting Deku to try harder, just as Deku prompts his best self.
#18. YOUR QUIRK IS AMAZING, KACCHAN
Backstory flashback, multiple times. Mostly Battle Trial Arc
What happens: Baby Deku and Kacchan walk through the woods together, talking about quirks, before DK is found to be quirkless. This is one of many scenes of Baby Deku and Kacchan being casual friends.
Why I like it: I love the cute scenes of them as kids, where they seem to be actual friends and hang out together, bonding over All-Might and quirks and heroes. I hope we get to see them hang out like that again as adults some day.
#17. SECRET OFA TALKS (MANGA SPOILERS!)
Chapter 217: End of joint Training Arc
What Happens: Kacchan joins in the AM and Deku talks (for the 2nd time) to discuss whatâs happening with OFA. He also works with Deku on trying to master his new ability.
Why I like it: Bakugo is instantly able to help Deku zero in on the information he needs up joining the secret OFA talks, in a way that AM wasnât able to. He makes a great partner for Deku here, getting right to the point and refusing to waste time.
#16. âI COULD MOVE LIKE KACCHANâ
Hero-Killer Arc, 2.14-2.19
What Happens: Deku is trying to master OFA. He thinks about how he wants to move, and uses Kacchanâs moves as his model. Heâs able to discover Full Cowling like this, which lets him fight Stain and do well in the race - and everyone notices (Iida, Uraraka, Todoroki, Bakugo) that heâs moving like Kacchan.
Why I like it: Deku has lots of moments where he thinks âWhat would Kacchan doâ or tries to model himself on the guy. He admires the crap out of him - but not in the blind way he tries to imitate AM, or Ochaco tries to imitate Deku, or Iida Ingenium. Because Deku doesnât hero-worship Baku, but sees his flaws, heâs able to imitate him without losing himself.
#15. âHEâS AMAZINGâ
Battle Trial Arc, 1.07-1.08
What happens: Midoriya and Uraraka are pitted against Kacchan and Iida in mock battle. Midoriya goes on and on and on about how awesome Kacchan is and how much he wants to beat him - first in a speech to Uraraka, later telling Bakugo to his face.
Why I like it: Deku really looks up to Kacchan, and even at their most adversarial, he still talks about him in positive terms and speaks of him as a cool guy he wants to surpass. Deku doing this is also good for Bakugo, since heâs able to acknowledge his flaws and strengths without kissing his ass like his sidekicks in middle school; Deku beating him upsets his pride and sets off his Character Development.
#14. TWIN STARS OF CLASS 1-A
3.17 Class 1-A, License Exam Arc
What Happens: Aizawa metaâs about his class with Ms Joke, explaining that Deku and Kacchan are the center of every Class A incident, and despite not getting along, their presence elevates everyone else up.
Why I like it: The staff of UA seem to ship BKDK. They teamed them up to fight AM and encourage them to get along. Aizawa sees clearly how each one inspires everyone else. This speech groups them together as a duo who act in tandem. Twin Stars.
#13. âTHE MOST AMAZING HERO ALWAYS WINS IN THE END.â
2.24 âKatsuki Bakugo originâ Flashback
What happens. Baby Kacchan fights off a bunch of older kids, even though heâs in tears. Baby Deku watches him from afar and looks deeply impressed.
Why I like it: Deku seems to have admired Kacchan since he was really, really young. Iâm not sure when this scene takes place, but Dekuâs big smile and wide, shining eyes when watching Bakugo seem like a mark of affection and love to me.
#12. ABOUT MY/YOUR SHOOT STYLE
3.23 Deku vs Kacchan Part 2
What happens: Post Fight, under house arrest alone, Deku and Kacchan have a very civil conversation, where depending on the translation either Deku brings up Shoot style and asks for advice, or Kacchan offers it on his own. Ends with Deku smiling.
Why I like it: Post-DVK2, they immediately establish that theyâre now capable of talking to each other in civil terms. Kacchan gives Deku civil advice, and despite saying âit pissed me offâ, the whole exchange is beautifully positive.
#11. GET OUT OF MY WAY, DEKU
1.12 All Might USJ Arc
What happens: Deku jumps in to save Al Might and is nearly killed by Kurogiri. At the last second Kacchan saves him by taking down Kurogiri. Also Later Kacchan is nearly killed and Deku screams in horror.
Why I like it: Bakugo doesnât have a ton of scenes where he saves Deku, but the few times he does save someone/show concern for them, itâs usually him. This is Bakuâs first save, and though he phrases it in rude terms, he still does it. Actions> words.
#10. WELL, NOW IâM EVEN MORE EAGER (MANGA)
Chapter 202, joint Training Arc
What Happens: Deku and AM go off to talk OFA. Kacchan refuses to be left out and joins them voluntarily. Noticing Deku is upset he encourages him in his own way, which AM observes. Once Deku smiles, Kacchan goes back to being his abrasive self.
Why I Like it: Baku is newly nicer (in his Tsundere way) after DVK2. Heâs actually able to be kind to Deku and encouraging. This is similar to the advice the OFA users give Deku later, which helps him actually use the power. OFA Co-conspirators FTW.
#9. NOW ITâS YOUR TURN
3.11-3.12 US of Smash
What Happens: Post All Mightâs fight, Kacchan notices Dekuâs tears and AMâs words, and puts the pieces together. He asks AM about Deku and when heâs shot down he remains quiet and brooding.
Why I like it: Bakugo changes forever in this section of the story. He realizes the truth about Deku. He blames himself for ending AM. He asks about Deku and shows awareness that somethingâs up with him. Itâs all very self-aware and sweet.
(#8-2, examples of super-mega-ultra concern for each other)
#8. YOUâRE PROBABLY THE MOST FRUSTRATED OF ALL
3.04-3.10 Training Camp and Hideout Raid Arcs
What Happens: While fighting Muscular, Deku learns that Kacchan is in danger. He goes psycho Madman Deku mode for the whole Training Camp Arc, refusing to pause or rest until heâs saved Kacchan. He falls apart when Kacchan is taken, then immediately goes off to save him again even though he could die.
Why I like it. Deku likes saving people in general, but when someone threatens Kacchan, he goes crazy in a way he doesnât for anyone else. He spends this whole arc hopped up on âMust save Kacchanâ juice and keeps pushing and going no matter what. He cares about the guy, no two ways about it.
#7. DONâT COME, DEKU
3.07 âWhat a Twist!â
What happens: Bakugo is captured by villains. Heâs being dragged through the portal and Deku comes barreling towards him with two broken arms, fully prepared to jump through the portal and die just to save him. Bakugo tells him not to and Deku listens.
Why I like it: Though this arc is filled with Deku being crazy protective of Baku, Baku gets his own fair share in right here. He tells Deku not to basically die protecting him, and Deku listens. Baku basically saves his life here, at the expense of his own.
#6. âARE YOU ALL RIGHT? ARE YOU HURT?â
Backstory flashback repeated a lot.
What happens: Baby Kacchan slips and falls into a creek. Baby Deku goes down to help him up and asks if heâs ok. This offends Baby Kacchanâs pride.
Why I like it: Bakugo probably never had anyone treat him like a fallible human being until Deku came along. Everyone told him he was amazing and could never be hurt - but Deku doesnât. That bruises his ego at first, but in reality itâs exactly what he needs: Someone who cares about him and will protect him, while still admiring him. (Plus this scene is cute).
#5. HOW CAN HE SMILE⌠(MANGA SPOILERS. MASSIVE ONES)
Chapter 210, Joint Training Arc
What Happens: In an effort to piss Deku off and get him to talk, Monoma using Shinsoâs power taunts him about Bakugo, saying that Bakugo shouldnât be able to smile since he destroyed All Might. Dekuâs new quirk goes PsychoBerserker out of control in response.
Why I like it: Dekuâs power-ups are often connected with Baku in some way. Like many superpowers, OFA seems to be fueled by emotions. So targeting Bakugo brings out Dekuâs greatest powers. In this case, though, itâs not a villain trying to hurt him. Itâs someone insulting him. And that means Deku will defend Kacchanâs honor and feelings as well as his safety.
#4. I GOT MY QUIRK FROM SOMEONE ELSE
1.08 âBakugoâs Start Lineâ
What Happens: Post Battle Trial Arc, Bakugo is in emotional freeful. Deku notices and chases after him, telling him for no goddamn good reason that he has an inherited power. Kacchan doesnât believe him and instead pours his heart out to him, crying and promising to beat him.
Why I like it: Buncha reasons. 1) Deku ditches all his lovely friends, including Ochaco, to go comfort Kacchan. Even in the same way Ochaco just ditched Kaminari. 2) Deku tells Kacchan about OFA. He wonât tell anyone else, he just decided comforting Kacchan was more important than his entire reason for being here. 3) Kacchan cries in front of Deku and tells him how he feels insecure. He doesnât do that in front of anyone else. 4) Warm lighting, deep eye contact, and the beginning of a beautiful rivalry.
#3. DEKU AND KACCHAN VS ALL MIGHT
2.24 âKatsuki Bakugo Originâ
What happens: Deku and Kacchan work together to fight AM, after a nasty fight. Deku calls Kacchan out for not being himself. Kacchan sacrifices his body to make sure Deku can escape. Deku socks AM in the face to protect Kacchan. They win.
Why I like it: For a moment that started out so dark (sock to the face), this one gets sweet fast. On Dekuâs side: He reprimands Kacchan for not acting like himself, compliments his can-do- attitude, and works together with him, overcoming his fear; he finds the strength to punch AM in the face to save Kacchan, with a callback to ep 2. Kacchanâs strength helps Deku win. On Kacchanâs side: He works with Deku to win, giving him his gauntlet, and sacrifices his safety so Deku can get out, even sounding kinda concerned for him when he gets in danger. They showcase what a great team they could/will make when they work together.
#2. MY LEGS MOVED BEFORE I COULD THINK
Chapter 1/Episode 2: Izuku Midoriya Origin/What it Takes to be a Hero
What happens: Deku, in a fit of depression, sees the monster AM saved him from suffocating some kid. Heâs freaking out till he sees that itâs Kacchan. He runs into deadly danger to save Kacchan, inspiring AM to save them both.
Why I like it: Because this moment changed Dekuâs entire life and Kacchanâs as well. Dekuâs legs âmoveâ before he can think. And itâs explicitly because itâs Kacchan in danger; he doesnât move until he sees Kacchanâs terrified eyes. Kacchan also shows concern for Deku, telling him to get away (he didnât say that to the pros trying to save him) so he doesnât die. This is another scene that follows up on an awful fight between the two, and changes both lives forever. Saving Kacchan gets Deku OFA. Being saved by Deku opens Kacchan to his humility for the first time and stops him from hassling Deku. Plus, just a super-snippy moment to me.
BONUS: Anime only, OPS & EDS
OP 1: The Day
Deku and Kacchan are surrounded by the romantic cherry blossom trees.
OP 3: Sora Ni Utaeba
Deku and Kacchan brooding on each other.
ED 3: Datte Atashi No HiroÂ
Admitted by the writer to be about Dekuâs feelings for Kacchan. Fantasy Deku with his hand over his heart watching Kacchan. BKDK teaming up in Fantasy AU to beat All Might as they look each other deeply in the eyes.
2.24 OG
Anime-only Kabe-Don scene.
OP 4: Odd Future
Dekuâs head bows when Kacchan is stolen.
ED 4: Update
âCause I love, cause I love, cause I love being with you.â While they watch the stars together.
OP 5: Make My Story
2 halves, one whole.
THE BEST:
#1. Deku vs Kacchan Part 2
Chapter 116-121/Episodes 3.22-3.23
âItâs about your quirkâŚIf your way of looking at him was right, does that mean my admiration was wrong?â
âNo matter how many times I pushed you away, you always keep coming back!â
âWe never talked about our real feelingsâŚâ
âWhy was I the reason for All Mightâs end?â
âThe only one who can receive Kacchanâs feelings is me.â
âTo me, you were an amazing, inspiring person, who was much closer to me than All Might. Thatâs why I kept chasing after youâ (is it me or does this sound exactly like Hinataâs love confession to Naruto in the Invasion of Pein arc?)
âThis is gross, so I canât tell you, butâŚyouâre my image of victory.â
âIf the two of you recognize each other, and honestly raise each other up, you can become the best heroes, who both win and rescue.â
What Happens: Deku and Kacchan tell each other how they really feel. Through a fight because Shonen.
Why I like it: AM himself says it. Theyâre perfectly matched. They need each other to become the greatest heroes. Kacchan knows he can only talk to Deku about how heâs feeling; nobody else can receive his feelings. Deku loves and admires Kacchan as his friend, not his Great Hero like AM. Itâs just perfect.
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