Ahead of its April 7, 2025, debut, the official website and social media for My Hero Academia: Vigilantes have shared new images of five pro heroes. Fans will see younger versions of All Might, Eraser Head, Present Mic, Midnight, and Ingenium.
Studio BONES, which also animates My Hero Academia, is making this spin-off. The anime was announced in December at Jump Festa, and a main trailer and visual came out earlier this month.
Returning Cast Members
The spin-off brings back beloved voice actors from the main series:
- Kenta Miyake as All Might
- Junichi Suwabe as Eraser Head
- Hiroyuki Yoshino as Present Mic
- Akeno Watanabe as Midnight
- Masamichi Kitada as Ingenium
They will be joined by new cast members, including Shuichiro Umeda as The Crawler, Ikumi Hasegawa as Pop☆Step, and Yasuhiro Mamiya as Knuckleduster.
Voice Actor Comments
Kenta Miyake (All Might)
“Even All Might, the No.1 hero, once said he couldn’t save everyone. That made me wonder, ‘What happens to those who need help beyond All Might’s reach?’ Vigilantes explores one possible answer through its story. Please look forward to seeing these vigilantes, who follow a different path from pro heroes.”
Junichi Suwabe (Eraser Head)
“Vigilantes is a spin-off that takes place before My Hero Academia. I never thought it would become an anime! I’m happy I read the manga from the start, especially since Shota Aizawa is in i The team is working just as hard as they do on My Hero Academia. With new voice actors giving their best, I hope you enjoy it!”
Akeno Watanabe (Midnight)
“More than anything, I’m so thrilled to see Midnight again!!! That’s my biggest feeling of happiness. Getting to meet and portray her when she’s a little younger than in My Hero Academia feels like a miracle, and I am deeply grateful for this chance. It’s all thanks to the love and support from fans who have always cheered for My Hero Academia. The energy on set is soaring! Please look forward to the broadcast!!”
Hiroyuki Yoshino (Present Mic)
“Thanks to Vigilantes’ anime adaptation, I got to see what the familiar characters from My Hero Academia were like in their earlier days! I’m also intrigued by the actions of the vigilantes themselves. Please enjoy this along with the original manga, just like My Hero Academia!”
Masamichi Kitada (Ingenium)
“I’ve been looking forward to the anime adaptation of Vigilantes more than anyone else. I’m so happy it’s finally here. I can’t wait to deliver the image of the original Ingenium racing through the story to everyone. Tensei is such an amazing guy. I will give it my all to portray the determination, passion, and fighting spirit that comes through in the manga. Let’s run together to the finish line!”
About the Manga
The My Hero Academia: Vigilantes manga is a spin-off of Kohei Horikoshi’s work. It was written by Hideyuki Furuhashi and illustrated by Betten Court. It first appeared in Jump GIGA in 2018, later moved to Shonen Jump+, and ended in July 2022 with 126 chapters in 15 volumes.
The story takes place five years before My Hero Academia and follows Koichi Haimawari, a young man who uses his small Quirk to help others. After running into some trouble with local thugs, he teams up with two unexpected allies. Together, they learn that fighting evil takes more than just bravery—it also requires skill, determination, and teamwork.
What to Expect
The anime of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes will explore the early days of pro heroes and the rise of vigilantes who work outside the system. With Studio BONES in charge, fans can expect great animation and a story that connects to the main series. Don’t forget to mark April 7, 2025, on your calendar and get ready for this exciting prequel!
Conclusion
My Hero Academia: Vigilantes gives fans a special look at the hero world before the main My Hero Academia series. It features younger versions of familiar heroes like All Might, Eraser Head, and Midnight, along with a fresh take on heroism through vigilantes. This spin-off promises to be an exciting addition to the franchise.
With the premiere on April 7, 2025, coming soon, fans can expect plenty of action, emotion, and a deeper look into the hero world they love. Don’t miss the chance to see the early adventures of the heroes you know!