My Hero Academia Season 2 Episode 8: Battle on, Challengers!

Canon/MED

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10.0

8 Fans

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Episode Context

Sitting at the heart of the Sports Festival arc, episode 8 pushes through the bracket's early matchups after the cavalry battle and Todoroki vs. Midoriya buildup of prior episodes. It serves as essential connective tissue, developing the broader Class 1-A and 1-B rosters before the tournament narrows to its marquee confrontations. The next episode shifts focus to Ochaco Uraraka's pivotal fight, making this the last chance to breathe before the festival's emotional stakes escalate significantly.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateMay 20, 2017

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