The following contains spoilers for My Hero Academia Season 8, Episode 9, “Epilogue, The Hellish Todoroki Family: Final.” My Hero Academia’s big battle is over, but a true hero’s work is never done.

Despite privilege, Bakugo is also a victim of hero society, shaping his ego and sense of worth. Bakugo needs to redefine his meaning of strength after facing challenges at U.A. with Deku and others.