While some fans have criticized the way that the protagonist, Izuku "Deku" Midoriya, was handled to a degree, it doesn't compare to the way Iida's role was handled in the manga. Most My Hero ...

When Iida finds himself in the same area where the Hero Killer attacked his brother, he abandons his internship to search for Stain, revenge on his mind. Luckily, Deku and Todoroki appear at ...

Iida quickly finds himself in trouble until Deku and Shoto Todoroki come to his aid. This only fuels the villain, Stain’s, rage as he fights all three boys single-handedly. Stain is killing ...

But whenever these 3 are together, it tends to draw away the audience's focus from the stronger bonds Deku has with other characters. Uraraka and Iida, even though they formed one of the most ...

Iida's thirst for vengeance has clouded his vision, much like how Todoroki's desire to deny any semblance of his father previously kept him in bondage. Thanks to Deku's selfless plea in "Shoto ...

The episode also boldly steps into darker territory and sets up the potential for an interesting character arc for Iida, while also furthering the personal journeys of Deku and Todoroki.

With Deku tearing himself up, a helping hand reaches out in the form of his friend Iida. To remember why this moment is so heart wrenching, we need to travel all the way back to season two of My ...