![]() With the mangaka wanting wrap up the series’ final arc, there might not be many chances to further explore queer themes, but who knows? Horikoshi may still surprise us. In the League, Magne found a group of people who accepted, respected her, and were willing to assert her identity in the face of transphobia when she wasn’t present to do so herself.Īll in all, like most shonen manga and anime, My Hero Academia still has a long way to go in terms of LGBTQ+ representation, but Horikoshi’s efforts are nonetheless appreciated. ![]() ![]() She’s like a trapped animal, mute and helpless. Panting around the ball gag, Barb stands on the tiles at the very edge of the grate and stares at me with wild eyes. Unlike Tiger, Magne’s trans identity is briefly touched upon in My Hero Academia, as we see her meet with and talk to a friend with shared experiences, which alludes to her identity being tied to her need for freedom, and a driving force behind her association with the League of Villains. I let her kick and struggle, the grate biting into her feet, until she’s sweaty and tired. She is a trans woman who has not transitioned, but it’s unclear whether this comes down to a lack of resources to do so, or a decision. Much like Himiko, Magne is an antagonist affiliated with the League of Villains.
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