Boku No Hero Academia 5th Season (dub) Episode 17 -

Zeno Robinson continues to shine as Hawks, but the real MVP of the dub in this arc is . He manages to convey a man who is genuinely trying to repent without making him feel "forgiven." The nuance in his voice—humbled and awkward—perfectly matches Endeavor’s realization that a simple apology cannot fix years of systemic domestic abuse. Natsuo’s Breaking Point

Amidst the family drama, Deku, Bakugo, and Shoto provide a much-needed outside perspective. Boku no Hero Academia 5th Season (Dub) Episode 17

The tension peaks when Natsuo, the middle brother, refuses to play along. His outburst serves as a vital anchor for the show’s morality. While the narrative is focusing on Endeavor’s "Redemption Arc," Natsuo’s character reminds the audience that the victim's trauma doesn't disappear just because the perpetrator is trying to be a better person. His refusal to eat at the same table as his father is a powerful, grounded moment that contrasts sharply with the "shonen hero" tropes typically seen in the series. The Intern Trio Zeno Robinson continues to shine as Hawks, but

, surprisingly, shows a shred of restraint (for him), mostly focusing on the food—which, let’s be honest, looked incredible. The tension peaks when Natsuo, the middle brother,

Episode 17: "The Hellish Todoroki Family" This week’s episode of My Hero Academia takes a breather from the high-octane training sessions to deliver something much more uncomfortable and deeply human: a family dinner at the Todoroki household. While the dub continues to deliver stellar performances, the emotional weight of this episode rests on the fractured dynamics of a family trying to heal—or at least coexist—in the shadow of Endeavor’s past. The Elephant in the Room

How did you feel about to his father—do you think he’s being fair, or is he standing in the way of the family’s healing?

remains the most fascinating bridge, willing to learn from Endeavor as a hero but maintaining a cold wall as a son. Ending Note: The Ending Theme Shift