Marvel’s irreverent anti-hero, Deadpool, is making headlines again with an exciting return to manga. The mercenary with a penchant for breaking the fourth wall is back in Deadpool Samurai, a series that blends his signature chaos with the vibrant world of manga. This announcement comes with a playful twist that pays homage to the popular anime My Hero Academia.
The news of Deadpool’s manga comeback was dropped in a surprising manner within the pages of Secret Steward, a new rom-com manga released by Viz Media. Secret Steward is created by the same team behind Deadpool Samurai, and it starts off as a typical cute romance narrative. However, midway through the story, Deadpool bursts onto the scene in a dramatic and bloody introduction. This unexpected turn not only injects his trademark humor and action into the series but also serves as the big reveal: Deadpool Samurai is getting a second season.
Deadpool’s reveal of the new season comes with a nod to My Hero Academia. In a playful homage, Deadpool channels Dabi, a character from the anime known for his intense and dramatic reveal of his true identity. Just as Dabi stunned the My Hero Academia fandom by revealing himself as Touya Todoroki, Endeavor’s eldest son, Deadpool uses a similar dramatic flair to announce his manga return. Dabi’s dramatic pose and iconic scene from the anime serve as inspiration for Deadpool’s announcement, making it a clever and fitting tribute.
The exact release date for Deadpool Samurai Season 2 is yet to be announced, but the anticipation is already building. Fans of both Deadpool and My Hero Academia are excited to see how the mercenary will interact with the manga’s world and what new adventures await him. In the meantime, those who missed the original run of Deadpool Samurai can catch up through Viz Media’s English release.
For those unfamiliar, Deadpool Samurai follows the Merc with a Mouth as he moves to Tokyo and encounters a variety of challenges, from teaming up with new heroes to battling gods. It’s a wild ride full of action, humor, and Deadpool’s unique brand of mayhem.
Are you excited for the return of the Deadpool manga, and what do you think of the My Hero Academia homage?
