Katsuki Bakugo is one ofMy Hero Academiasmost polarizing characters.

His brash attitude and complicated history with Izuku Midoriya have drawn criticism from fans.

However, there isanother character that receives unwarranted hate from fans with little to no discourse.

An illusion of Todoroki created by Camie Utsushimi of Shiketsu.

Neito Monoma is often dismissed, labeled as irrelevant, or downright annoying.

His character is often reduced to a punchline despite having more complexity than fans give him credit for.

Its time to set the record straight becauseMonoma deserves better.

Shigaraki smiling with wild eyes and hair.

Sports Festival in season 2, where he constantly mocks Class 1-A.

His delivery may be over-the-top, but that doesnt mean his points are completely invalid.

The Class 1-A vs. 1-B Joint Training Battle gave Monoma a chance to back up his talk.

Bakugo and Deku flying toward each other in a fight in My Hero Academia

He was tasked withcopying Kurogiris Quirkand played a key role in executing the heroes battle strategy.

Monoma should be recognized more for his bravery and strength.

One of his most impressive feats is holding Shigaraki at bay alongside Aizawa in U.A.s Coffin in the Sky.

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Monoma fully deserves the title of hero and should be recognized more for his bravery and strength.

Like many underrated characters before him,Monoma deserves recognition as a young up-and-coming heroinMy Hero Academia.

My Hero Academia: One of Monoma’s taunts to Class 1-A.

Neito Monoma from the My Hero Academia anime.

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