Haikyu — Chapter 430

Diving into the comments for Haikyu!! Volume 45 Chapter 397, it's clear readers are feeling a whirlwind of emotions! 🏐 The hype is real for "the most anticipated face-off" that fans have been eagerly waiting for.

However, alongside the excitement, there's a strong wave of bittersweet nostalgia. Many fans are grappling with the feeling that the end is near, particularly due to the 6-year time skip. Comments like "ughh I didn't need this big of a timeskip, I want this to last longer 🥺" perfectly capture the longing for more of this beloved story.

A huge highlight for readers is the unique and heartwarming dynamic between Hinata and Hoshiumi. Fans absolutely adore how Hoshiumi was among the earliest to truly appreciate Hinata's potential, noting "He knew Hinata is capable of a lot of things and he knows it well today too." Their "rivalry" (or whatever you want to call it!) is cherished, with one fan affectionately remarking, "the way he waited for him fr brooo." Ultimately, the overwhelming sentiment is a collective plea for more, with fans wishing "this story was longer (and hasn't ended yet) :((." It seems no one wants this amazing journey of Haikyu!! to truly be over!