My Hero Academia (Boku no Hero Academia), owned by Shueisha/Bones, enforces trademarks on hero names, character designs, and the U.A. High School branding. The franchise is actively protected on Etsy.
What You Can Do
- ✓ Sell authentic licensed My Hero Academia merchandise or imported goods
- ✓ Use "My Hero Academia" in tags when selling genuine licensed products
- ✓ Create original anime-style artwork that does not copy specific characters
- ✓ Sell handmade items inspired by a genre aesthetic without using the series name
What You Cannot Do
- ✗ Reproduce My Hero Academia characters, scenes, or logos on unlicensed merchandise
- ✗ Use My Hero Academia in listing titles or tags for fan art or unofficial products
- ✗ Sell prints, stickers, or apparel featuring recognizable My Hero Academia artwork
- ✗ Claim or imply licensing from My Hero Academia publishers or studios
Safe Alternatives
- → Create original anime-style characters and artwork in your own unique style
- → Use genre terms (e.g., "shonen-style", "magical girl") without referencing specific series
- → Design original Japanese-art-inspired items without copying specific series elements
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