Boku No Hero Academia 4th Season (dub) Episode 9 May 2026

This episode shifts focus from the main cast to highlight the deep bond between Kirishima and the Pro Hero as they face off against the "spear and shield" villain duo, Rappa and Tengai.

Critics noted that Studio BONES improved upon the manga’s pacing by moving Kirishima's backstory to before he regains his resolve, making his final stand feel much more impactful. Boku no Hero Academia 4th Season (Dub) Episode 9

Unlike many heroes who naturally jump into danger, we learn Kirishima’s "manliness" is a hard-won trait. In middle school, he was paralyzed by fear while his classmate Mina Ashido bravely intervened during a villain encounter. This episode shifts focus from the main cast