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The conversation suggests that the Japanese approach to hero stories—focused on effort, honor, and morality—better reflects traditional American ideals than current trends in American comics. As a result, Japanese media continues to resonate with younger audiences, inspiring a belief that anyone can become a hero through hard work.
The hope is that this emphasis on merit will help restore American storytelling to its roots, emphasizing character development and authentic effort rather than superficial diversity agendas.