Boku No Hero Academia 2nd Season Episode 2 〈5000+ TESTED〉

Before the festival begins, Shoto Todoroki confronts Izuku Midoriya , declaring his intention to defeat him. This establishes a major rivalry for the arc, as Todoroki aims to prove his dominance as the strongest in Class 1-A.

This episode prominently features the first significant appearances and dialogue for students outside Class 1-A, notably Hitoshi Shinso from General Studies. Boku no Hero Academia 2nd Season Episode 2

The episode ends with the participants facing giant "Zero-Point" villain bots from the original entrance exam, with Midoriya forced to find a strategic way through without relying solely on his Quirk. Critical Reception & Trivia Before the festival begins, Shoto Todoroki confronts Izuku