My Hero Academia (僕のヒーローアカデミア)

That's mean, Kacchan.

Can't you see he's crying?

If you keep going, I-I-I'll never forgive you!

Even though you're Quirkless...

...you're pretending to be a hero, Deku?

All men are not created equal.

This was the reality I learned about society at the young age of four.

And that was my first and last setback.

"Izuku Midoriya"

"Tatooin Station"

That's a huge villain!

It all began in China, in Qingqing City.

There was news that a baby that gave off light was born.

"Papa"

Ever since then, superpowers were discovered in various places,

and time passed without the cause being identified.

Before we knew it, the supernatural became normal,

and dreams became reality.

The world has become a superhuman society,

and about 80% of the world's population now has some kind of special trait.

In this world swirling with chaos,

the profession that everyone once dreamed about and admired came into the limelight.

That profession is...

Oh, it's Death Arms!

He carries out justice through his great physical strength--

The Punching Hero!

Everyone, this is dangerous. Stay back, stay back!

The rescue specialist, Backdraft, is here, too!

But man, turning into a monster's an amazing Quirk.

What did he do?

He stole someone's bag and went out of control when he was cornered.

A Quirk like that, and he's a bag snatcher?

I'm sorry, the train's...

Yes, I don't know what time I will make it into work...

You can do it, Kamui!

Get away!

Who's fighting?

Kamui Woods!

The young and talented rising star!

You were the one asking, but you gave a perfect commentary, kid.

You're a fanboy, aren't you?

Uh, well...

Illegal use of powers during rush hour and robbery resulting in bodily injury.

You are the incarnation of evil.

Oh, here it comes!

Show us something flashy, Tree-Man!

Pre-emptive...

...Binding...

...Lacquered Chain Prison!

Canyon Cannon!

Huh?

Here it is, here it is, here it is, here it is.

Today is the day of my debut!

My name is Mt. Lady.

A pleasure to make your ass-quaintance.

Here it is, here it is, here it is, here it is.

Sh-She's getting the credit...

Along with the superpowers came an explosive increase in crime.

As the country was stuck in the slow progress of drastic law reforms,

courageous people started performing heroic acts from out of comic books.

Guarding against superpowers and defending against evil.

Heroes were soon accepted by the public,

and it was established as an official position.

Based on their performance, they are paid by the government

and gain renown among the masses.

Gigantification, huh?

She looks like she'll be popular, and it's an amazing Quirk,

but thinking about the damage to the city that'll go hand in hand with that,

its use might be limited?

No, but whether or not she can control the size...

Hey wait, you're taking notes? You wanna be a hero?

That's great! You can do it!

Yes! I'll do my best!

"Episode 1: Izuku Midoriya: Origin"

"Aldera Junior High"

Since you're all third years, it's time for you to think seriously about your future.

I'll pass out handouts for your future plans now, but...

...you're all...

...pretty much planning to go into the hero course, right?

Yes!

Yes, yes, you all have wonderful Quirks!

But using your powers at school is against the rules!

Teach!

Don't lump us all in the same group.

I'm not gonna be stuck at the bottom with the rest of these rejects!

"Katsuki Bakugo"

That was uncalled for, Katsuki!

Yeah, yeah!

You all should shut up like the extras you are!

Oh, if I remember correctly, you want to go to U.A. High, right, Bakugo?

U.A.? That national school?!

It was in the top 0.2% this year, you know!

Their acceptance rate's always really low, too!

That's exactly why you guys are just extras!

I aced the mock test!

I'm the only one at this school who could possibly get into U.A.

I'll definitely surpass All Might and become the top hero!

My name'll be inscribed on the list of top earners!

Oh yeah, Midoriya wanted to go to U.A., too, right?

Huh? Midoriya? No way!

You can't get into the hero course just by studying!

Th-They got rid of that rule!

There's just no precedent...

Hey, Deku!

You're below the rejects! You're Quirkless!

How can you even stand in the same ring as me?

No, wait, Kacchan!

It's not like I'm trying to compete with you or anything!

Believe me!

It's just that it's been my goal ever since I was little.

And well...

...I won't know unless I try...

Whaddaya mean, unless you try?!

Are you taking the test for fun?!

What the hell can you do?

You're Quirkless!

"The same city"

Thief!

Someone!

Catch me if you can!

Huh? There's no hero around.

Normally someone would come right away.

This guy's taking advantage of the chaos from this morning.

There are tons of people around who don't know what to do with their Quirks.

There's no end to them.

There is an end.

Why?

Because I am here!

Hey, let's go to karaoke!

Sure, nothing better to do.

The incident this morning is all over the headlines!

I wanna hurry up and go home so I can write it down in my notebook.

We're not done talking yet, Deku.

Katsuki, what's that?

"Hero Analysis for the Future"

Huh? "Hero Analysis for the Future"?

Seriously?

Midoriya...

I-It's fine, isn't it? Give it back!

That's mean...

What?!

Most top first-string heroes have stories about them from their school days.

I want the shine of being able to be called the only student to make it into U.A.

from this mediocre city junior high school.

I mean, I'm a perfectionist.

He's so petty.

So anyway,

don't apply to U.A., nerd.

Come on, you could at least say something back.

Don't say that. He's pathetic. He still can't face reality.

If you wanna be a hero that badly, there's a quick way to do it.