My Hero Academia’s Creator Confirms The Ties Between Dabi and Resident Evil

Throughout the journey of My Hero Academia, there have been so many references from Marvel/DC to even Resident Evil now! My Hero Academia fans are going crazy as the creator of the manga spills beans on the latest Dabi designs in volume 39 of the manga. In a recent revelation, Horikoshi admitted the fact that he drew inspiration from the iconic video game series Resident Evil when creating Dabi’s appearance. 

The confirmation of this mysterious connection came in a behind-the-scenes section of My Hero Academia volume 39, where Horikoshi shared some of his favorite artwork featured in the release. Specifically referring to a piece featuring Dabi, the artist confessed, “I drew this piece with the goal of it looking like it came from the game Resident Evil”. The revelation clearly sheds light on the eerie and demonic look of Dabi, whose skin appears charred black, giving him a horror appearance. 

For those of you who aren’t up-to-date with My Hero Academia’s storyline, Dabi’s connection to Resident Evil doesn’t come as a complete surprise. The character has always been known for his scary design, showcasing scars, and even burned skin. However, the intensity has increased in My Hero Academia’s Volume 39, particularly during his final fight with Shoto Todoroki and Endeavor. 

During this battle, Dabi takes his twisted nature to the next level and almost cooks himself alive to prove a point to his family. Horikoshi aimed to convey the horror of Dabi’s actions during this intense confrontation and his love for pop culture which had led him to draw inspiration from the gruesome and gory designs of Resident Evil. 

Now, Resident Evil is a really popular video game series which is known for its terrifying creatures, ranging from zombies to even werewolves and fungal parasites. Horikoshi’s decision to align Dabi’s appearance with the aesthetics of Resident Evil bosses intensifies the impact of the character’s descent into darkness. 

As My Hero Academia continues to captivate the audiences with its intricate storytelling and creative influences, fans can appreciate the masterful blend of pop culture references that enrich the manga’s narrative. With Dabi’s Resident Evil inspired look, Horikoshi once again impresses everyone by infusing the world of heroes and villains with elements from famous franchises!