The Christmas season is fast approaching, and among those eager to celebrate is Kohei Horikoshi, the mastermind behind My Hero Academia. He recently unveiled a delightful new artwork that captures the spirit of the holiday, showcasing three beloved characters from the series.
Shared on Horikoshi’s X account, this festive illustration is sure to inspire joy in the hearts of My Hero Academia enthusiasts. The artwork features main protagonist Izuku Midoriya, Katsuki Bakugo, and Pro Hero Mirko, who embark on a whimsical adventure this holiday season.
Deku, Bakugo, and Mirko: A Festive Showcase
Characters Dressed as Santa Claus Delivering Gifts
“Covering more rooftops than Santa himself! 🎄✨”
— @horikoshiko pic.twitter.com/om2Bu9H1Y1
This vibrant illustration depicts Deku, Bakugo, and Mirko donned in cheerful Christmas-themed attire. While Bakugo and Deku sport traditional red and white Santa suits, complete with matching pants and sturdy brown boots, Mirko’s outfit features a festive twist on her usual Pro Hero bodysuit, resembling Santa’s attire seamlessly. To complete their look, all three characters wear festive red and white Santa hats, further enhancing their holiday transformations.
The trio is illustrated in the midst of their gift-delivery escapade, leaping across rooftops with a sense of urgency. Each character clutches a nearly overflowing beige sack brimming with presents, exuding determination as they rush to ensure that Christmas cheer reaches all their deserving recipients. This piece stands out as one of Horikoshi’s most entertaining and colorful works, placing his well-known characters in a playful scenario as they emulate the spirit of Santa Claus.
Horikoshi’s Recent Artistic Endeavors
Continuing to Create Joyful Art of Iconic Characters
This seasonal artwork is just one of many pieces Kohei Horikoshi has released recently. He also crafted a festive illustration for Jump Festa 2025, showcasing All Might, Deku, and Bakugo in stylish idol attire. In this creation, All Might features a mechanical suit, while Deku and Bakugo don trendy outfits, presenting a fresh perspective on these iconic characters.
Even though the My Hero Academia manga concluded on December 4, 2024, with a commemorative epilogue, Kohei Horikoshi’s creative output remains vibrant. His recent Christmas artwork highlights his ongoing dedication to the franchise. In his accompanying X post, Horikoshi expressed heartfelt gratitude to fans for their unwavering support of the series. He hinted at his plans to continue sharing more My Hero Academia artwork in the future, ensuring that cherished characters like Bakugo and Deku stay in the hearts of fans far beyond the manga’s conclusion.
For more updates, check out the post from @horikoshiko on X.
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