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The episode begins by deconstructing the "invincible" superhero archetype. Izuku Midoriya learns that his idol, All Might, is actually emaciated and dying from a past injury, capable of maintaining his hero form for only three hours a day.
: Despite Bakugo's arrogance and power, he is the one who requires saving, establishing the complicated, lifelong rivalry between him and Izuku. 2 : What It Takes to Be a Hero
: The "deflated" All Might serves as a metaphor for the hidden vulnerabilities of even the strongest individuals. establishing the complicated