These villains are forgettable not because they aren’t powerful or have potential, but because their motives often feel shallow, among other things.
Everybody wants to be a star, but unfortunately, not everyone can be. As much as most characters want to leave a lasting impression on viewers, not all of them can do that. My Hero Academia is known for its dynamic characters and thrilling battles, and with its vast characters, there are a lot of antagonists ranging from deeply complex, like Stain, to purely chaotic, like Toga.
As some villains shine, there are some that fail to break through as they cannot resonate with viewers due to limited screen time, little to no background story, no character development, or being overshadowed by more prominent villains, and all of these put together, make the villain forgettable. Despite their unique quirks and occasional contributions to the plot, they unavoidably fade into the background, leaving only a fleeting impact.9 Curious
First Appearance: Episode 108
This villain had two lives: one as Chitose, a civilian journalist, and the other as Curious, a lieutenant of the Meta Liberation Army. Sticking to her new life as Curious, which was a code name given to her by the Meta Liberation Army, she made it her goal to spread the ideology of the Meta Liberation Army, which is all about creating a world where people could freely use their quirks without any form of restrictions from the government.
Unfortunately for Curious, she was just a mere stepping stone for Himiko Toga, and although she had potential, she was killed by Toga and was forgotten. Even if she were still alive, it would not have made any difference because she had limited screen time and there were other villains striving to make their presence known.8 Giran
First Appearance: Episode 31
It is an undeniable fact that there are villainous organizations in the My Hero Academia world, and as organizations, they need professionals to ensure the rise and sustenance of their company. Giran is a broker for the League of Villains, and he is responsible for recruiting members and acquiring resources for the organization. Giran is a key figure in the League of Villians, as he connects the League with potential allies and ensures they have the tools to operate effectively.
There is a lot of fighting in this anime, and Giran does not get involved in fights or combats as he plays an administrative role as a broker, and this does not make him a memorable figure. Giran is overshadowed by characters like Shigaraki and Dabi as they get involved in fights with the heroes. Although his role is very vital to the League of Villians, he is of little to no importance to the viewers, thus making him forgettable.7 Shin Nemoto
First Appearance: Episode 62
Shin was a member of Overhaul’s Shie Hassaikai, where he served as one of the eight bullets of the Hassaikai.
