How does All Might transform? How does he buff so much?

Welcome, fellow students of UA Academy!

From the moment we, alongside our beloved protagonist Deku, first encountered All Might, we were captivated by his larger-than-life presence. And if you’re anything like me, you were probably taken aback when All Might suddenly transformed from a towering symbol of strength and justice to a skinny, pale man.

But fear not, my friends, for I have delved deep into the world of My Hero Academia, exploring both the anime and manga to uncover the truth. And fret not, as this article contains no major spoilers, so you can enjoy it without worry.

So, without further ado, let’s dive into the world of My Hero Academia and uncover the secrets behind All Might’s incredible transformation.

1. How does All Might transform to muscle form?

At one point in the series, All Might mentioned that he gains his muscular form because he’s flexing his muscles just like guys at the pool do. It’s unclear whether he said this for gag purposes, but that’s the only explanation we got from the man himself.

Similar to Deku, All Might undergo intense training to develop the immense physical strength needed to handle the tremendous power of One For All. His buffed-up form became a symbol of hope and justice.

So, the next time you witness All Might flexing his muscles and transforming into his imposing muscle form, remember his journey to acquire such strength. It is a testament to his unwavering spirit and sacrifices to protect the innocent.

2. Why does All Might become thin?

All Might was initially thin, as shown in the manga. His body was trained after receiving One for All, becoming big enough to hold all the power. His muscles were trained and ready to receive 100% of One for All, resulting in his buff muscular form.

However, All Might’s battle with All for One caused his stomach to collapse and his body to shrink over time. Since All Might becomes muscular when One for All floods his muscle fibers, his body returns to what it was, aka the thin state, after getting wounded by All for One and giving Deku his powers.

3. Can All Might still transform?

Technically, All Might can still transform, albeit only briefly. This is because his body doesn’t have the physical capability to take the toll of using this immensely powerful quirk, One For All.

That said, our beloved hero sometimes returns to his buffed-up state to impress and give hope to civilians because of flexing his muscles.

Since his body had once been muscular, he could return to that state by flexing them for a bit. He just can’t keep it up for a long time.

While the days of witnessing All Might’s awe-inspiring muscle form may be behind us, his legacy and impact endure. Through his actions and the lessons he imparts, All Might inspire heroes and fans alike – something many of you will soon see as the story progresses.

4. Can Eri heal or restore All Might?

So, if you’ve seen the anime’s whole Overhaul / Yakuza arc or don’t know who Eri is, there will be MAJOR spoilers. Consider yourself warned.

Eri’s quirk is Rewind. As Aizawa suggested, her quirk can rewind the bodies of those who have lost their Quirks and restore them. To his credit, she did successfully restore Mirio Togata’s quirk Permeation.

But can she help All Might restore his? The short answer is an unfortunate no.

Eri cannot restore All Might’s quirk through Rewind because All Might never lost his quirk but transferred it to Deku. Because of this, the only way for him to regain it is if Deku wills it.

I know what you’re thinking. “What about the remnants of All For One?” Toshinori could use the quirk for some time after giving it to Deku. However, that’s not helpful either.

Unlike Mirio Togata, who temporarily lost his quirk, All Might’s situation differs greatly. All Might did not lose his quirk but suffered severe physical injuries during his battle with All For One. As of right now, he’s physically incapable of dealing with the toll of the quirk in the first place.

Eri’s Rewind quirk can revert a person’s body to a previous state, reversing injuries or quirks. However, in All Might’s case, his injuries permanently lost a significant portion of his intestines and stomach. Eri’s quirk, powerful as it may be, cannot regenerate or restore missing physical body parts.

Also, not to sound too meta, but All Might’s story is over; it’s the new generation’s time to shine now. It wouldn’t make sense for the focus to be shifted away from the primary cast of characters.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who made All Might weak?

All Might weakened after a massive blow from his archenemy – All For One. Their fight led to the popular hero losing most of his intestines and stomach. His injuries were so severe that they irreversibly altered his body and prevented him from maintaining his once-imposing muscle form for an extended period.

2. What is All Might’s original quirk?

All Might, or Yagi Toshinori, didn’t have an original quirk before receiving One For All, as he was born quirkless, just like Midoriya. However, his initial lack of a quirk did not deter him from his aspirations of becoming a hero.

All Might’s journey to greatness was a testament to his unwavering spirit, relentless training, and unyielding determination. Through his sheer willpower and physical training, he acquired the immense strength and abilities necessary to handle the tremendous power of One For All.

3. Which is All Might’s original form?

Technically speaking, All Might’s original form used to be his buffed-up form but is now his weakened state. Like Deku, All Might grew all that muscle to enhance his physical strength so he could bear with One For All. Contrary to popular belief, the quirk doesn’t buff him up physically.

Currently, All Might’s original form is a direct contrast to his superhero form. Compared to his commonly seen muscular and well-defined physique, All Might look drastically skinnier and angular in his “hero” form.

All Might’s abnormally scrawny figure is due to the damage his body sustains from ‘All For One.’ He’s said to have undergone multiple surgeries to reduce the effects of his injuries.

So, when contemplating All Might’s original form, we must acknowledge that it lies somewhere in his quirkless existence. His muscle-bound appearance represents the culmination of his physical training and dedication, while his thin and weakened state symbolizes the toll that heroism and sacrifice can take.

About My Hero Academia

My Hero Academia is a Japanese superhero manga series written and illustrated by Kōhei Horikoshi. It has been serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump since July 2014, with its chapters additionally collected in 37 tankōbon volumes as of February 2023.

It follows a quirkless boy Izuku Midoriya and how he backed the greatest Hero alive. Midoriya, a boy who has been admiring heroes and their ventures since the day he was born, came into this world without a quirk, where almost everybody is born with one.

On one fateful day, he meets All Might the greatest Hero of all time and discovers that he was quirkless as well. With his diligent attitude and unwavering spirit about being a hero, Midoriya manages to impress All Might. He is chosen to be the heir to the power of One for All.