The “My Hero Academia: Vigilantes” anime series continues to expand its vibrant cast with the addition of four new members, including the highly anticipated idol duo FeatherS. This exciting announcement promises to bring even more depth and excitement to the ongoing series, which is a spin-off of the immensely popular “My Hero Academia” franchise.
FeatherS Takes Flight: New Cast Members Revealed
On June 9, 2025, Crunchyroll and Anime Trending unveiled the latest additions to the “My Hero Academia: Vigilantes” anime cast. Among the new members are the voices behind the idol duo FeatherS, along with other intriguing characters.
The FeatherS Duo
- Miu: Voiced by Ayana Taketatsu, known for her roles in “Classroom of the Elite” as Kei Karuizawa.
- Yu: Voiced by Sayumi Suzushiro, recognized for her role as Uruka Takemoto in “We Never Learn: BOKUBEN.”
These talented voice actresses will bring the characters of Miu and Yu to life, adding a musical and performance-oriented dimension to the vigilante storyline. According to MANTANWEB, Miu and Yu will form a unit with Pop at the “Naru Fes,” during the grand opening event for the Marukane Department Store. They are scheduled to appear in the 11th episode, “The Day of the Performance,” which will air on June 16th.
Additional Cast Members
Besides FeatherS, two more cast members have been announced:
- Captain of the East Naruhata High Dance Squad: Voiced by Masumi Tazawa, also known as Auris in “Kizuna no Allele.”
- Leader of the Mad Hatters rock band: Voiced by Yuki Shin, famous for his role as Takemichi Hanagaki in “Tokyo Revengers.”
These additions suggest that the anime will explore different facets of the “My Hero Academia” universe, including the performing arts and music scenes within the world of heroes and quirks.
Behind the Scenes: Production and Creative Team
The “My Hero Academia: Vigilantes” anime is brought to life by a dedicated and talented team:
- Director: Kenichi Suzuki (known for “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” chief director).
- Animation Studio: BONES FILM.
- Series Composition: Yosuke Kuroda (from “My Hero Academia”).
- Character Design: Takahiko Yoshida (“Cells at Work!”).
- Music: Yuki Hayashi, Shogo Yamashiro, and Yuki Furuhashi.
- Art Direction: Yukihiro Watanabe.
- Color Design: Haruko Nobori.
- Sound Direction: Masafumi Mima.
- Director of Photography: Yingying Zhang.
- 3DCG Director: Mizuki Sasaki.
- Editor: Kiyoshi Hirose.
Story and Premise
“My Hero Academia: Vigilantes” offers a unique perspective on the hero society, focusing on individuals who operate outside the official hero system. The story follows Koichi Haimawari, a college student who once dreamed of becoming a hero but gave up. In a world where 80% of the population possesses superhuman abilities called Quirks, only a few are chosen to become heroes.
Koichi’s life changes when he encounters the vigilante Knuckleduster and the energetic Pop Step. He is recruited to join their ranks, fighting crime and protecting the city outside the established hero framework. This narrative explores the complexities of justice, heroism, and the responsibilities that come with power, even without official sanction.
Returning and Main Cast
The new cast members join an already stellar lineup:
- Shuichiro Umeda as Koichi Haimawari/The Crawler
- Ikumi Hasegawa as Pop Step
- Yasuhiro Mamiya as Knuckle Duster
- Sayaka Sembongi as Kuin Hachisuka
- Kohsuke Toriumi as Soga Kugizaki
- Tokuyoshi Kawashima as Naomasa Tsukauchi
- Asami Seto as Makoto Tsukauchi
Additionally, several cast members from the original “My Hero Academia” series reprise their roles:
- Kenta Miyake as Toshinori Yagi/All Might
- Junichi Suwabe as Shota Aizawa/Eraser Head
- Hiroyuki Yoshino as Hizashi Yamada/Present Mic
- Akeno Watanabe as Nemuri Kayama/Midnight
- Masamichi Kitada as Tensei Iida/Ingenium
Manga Origins
The “My Hero Academia: Vigilantes” manga, written by Hideyuki Furuhashi and illustrated by Betten Court, provides the foundation for the anime series. It was first published in Jump GIGA in August 2016 before moving to Shonen Jump+ later that year. The manga concluded in May 2022, spanning 15 volumes.
Episode 10 and Marukane Department Store
Episode 10, titled “Event Held!,” features the Marukane Department Store as a central setting. TOHO Animation has released the full version of the commercial for the Marukane Department Store, which aired during the episode. The accompanying song, “The Marukane Department Store Song,” is now available on various music streaming platforms.
Where to Watch
“My Hero Academia: Vigilantes” premiered on April 7, 2025, and is broadcast on Tokyo MX and BS NTV channels. Crunchyroll streams the series worldwide, excluding Asia, and also offers an English dub.
Voice Actor Comments
Ayana Taketatsu shared her thoughts on voicing Miu: “Miu is a competitive girl with a strong will. She sees Pop as a rival, so at first, her behavior may make her seem a little mean. But in reality, she is a passionate, hard-working girl. I will do my best to portray Miu, who shows all the human emotions of joy, anger, sadness, and happiness, so I hope you will enjoy her! I hope you will look forward to seeing FeatherS in action!”
Sayumi Suzushiro expressed her excitement about joining the “My Hero Academia” universe: “I can’t believe I have the opportunity to take part in the world of My Hero Academia…! I am very happy and honored. Yuwa works with her twin sister Miu as part of the closed-door idol group FeatherS, but I wonder how she will be involved in the main story…! Yuwa has the sparkle of an idol, but also has a somewhat calm aura about her. I hope you will watch to see how she works with the somewhat headstrong Miu, as well as pay attention to her interactions with Pop! Thank you!”
Toshiyuki Morikawa Joins the Cast
Prior to the announcement of the FeatherS cast, Toshiyuki Morikawa joined the series as Captain Celebrity, a top-ranking hero who came to Japan from America. This character appeared in the anime’s eighth episode, “Major,” which aired on May 26, adding another layer of international heroics to the storyline.
Final Thoughts
With the addition of FeatherS and other new cast members, “My Hero Academia: Vigilantes” promises to deliver even more exciting and diverse content. The series continues to explore the fascinating world of heroes and quirks from a unique perspective, offering fans a fresh and engaging experience. Be sure to catch the latest episodes on Crunchyroll to see how these new characters impact the vigilante storyline and the broader “My Hero Academia” universe.
