My Hero Academia: The Tie That Bind
By: koreanbigboi
Chapter One: Graduation
(This is my first story, and one that is made up of a cast of original characters)
"…and with that, our graduation ceremony has concluded. I'd like to once again like to congratulate all of our third years today. It was a long and hard road for you all, but now you can hold your heads up high, and move on past this phase of your lives. Protect our cities well, and pursue justice and peace as this world's protectors. Good luck with your pro careers. Congratulations! You're heroes now!"
With those words from Principal Nezu, the third years of UA High threw their caps in the air and celebrated. Embracing one another and giving their final goodbyes to classmates. Slipping away from the teary eyed and ambitious crowd was a snow haired, chocolate eyed student; Takahashi Kaito (Hero Name: White Lightning. Quirk: Conduction-By pumping energy through his bloodstream, he can release electricity in blasts or waves, with the ability to control the strength and amount of electricity he releases, as well as where he releases it from). The powerful new pro hero graduated the top of his class, and had no interest in sharing remorseful goodbyes with people who knew him that he didn't know. He went to find the group of friends who he had been with since day one. The people who had lifted him up in his darkest times, and the people he'd fight alongside as fellow pro heroes in a matter of weeks.
"Kaito!", a familiar voice called. A tall, handsome, and relaxed figure approached him in his ceremonial robe. Mikata Shizuka (Hero Name: Psycho Buster. Quirk: Psycho Control. He can control any inanimate object around him. It's for this reason he carries several specially designed metal balls into combat). Shizuka was unmistakable with his milk chocolate eyes and his dark chocolate hair, slick back to resemble his favorite movie star, James Dean. Kaito pulled his second best friend into a hug. Although he couldn't stand the strong scent of hair gel and leather coming off of the psychic hero, Kaito didn't mind this time. They had made it. They were pro heroes.
"I'm glad we made it to the same agency.", Shizuka said after releasing his friend. "We won't have to say goodbye until the day we die.".
"Yeah." Kaito replied. Shizuka had a bit of an edgy context in conversations, but that was what made him him. "Where is everybody? I thought you'd be with Hanabi."
"Right here!" A dark purple haired girl with ocean blue eyes said, slinging her arms over Shizuka's shoulders. Kaito smiled. Toriyama Hanabi (Quirk: Stinger-By vibrating her cells to create extremely high pitched sound waves, she can cover up the noise of her movements). Hanabi had a way of getting very close to people, uncomfortably so when they first met, but Shizuka was the only one who didn't seem to mind along with most of the girls. The two had always been close, and there were always rumors the two were dating. Alas, it was graduation day and the two were as platonic as ever. Seeing how Hanabi was the most…physically matured girl in their class, it usually made Kaito a bit put off by her closeness, but today, he allowed himself to get caught in one of her signature bear hugs. "You look good in your robe!", she said. "Better that Shizuka at least.". Shizuka, the quiet type that he was, ignored her teasing. "Hey, Shizuka, let's go to that new restaurant after this…". Hanabi became completely engrossed in talking to Shizuka, who mostly nodded and replied with short grunts. Kaito never understood it, but the two had a way of communicating through banter that usually never had Shizuka saying more than a handful of sentences.
"Guys!", hollered a voice. Everyone's heads turned to see two more of their friends walking towards them. In front was the short, long haired figure of Hiyashi Tsugu (Hero Name: Razor Tooth. Quirk: Hedgehog-He can extend, sharpen, and harden his body hairs to become like iron needles), and the pretty and innocent face of Aishimaru Ina (Hero Name: Ms. Mugen. Quirk: Chameleon- She can turn her body or parts of her body into any inanimate object she touches). The trio turned to the duo and exchanged congratulations. As usual, Hanabi began the conversation insulting Tsugu's short stature, to which he angrily challenged her to a fight. Kaito began a conversation with Ina while Shizuka looked on as Hanabi burst into laughter while comically holding back a frustrated Tsugu with her palm to his forehead. Kaito looked at his friends and smiled. So many things had changed, yet everything was the same as when they all stepped into class for the first time. But they were missing somebody. Hanabi referred to him as "the glue" that held the group of best friends together. Where was he?
"Hey!", called a voice behind them. Five heads turned to meet the abnormally tall and muscular figure of the glue that held them together. Masayoshi Akira. (Hero Name: Black Thunder. Quirk: Insulation-By charging up his cells with black electricity within his body, he increases the strength and durability of his body and releases the energy in bursts, like throwing a punch or taking a massive leap). Five mouths formed into a smile looking at their stoic friend. He was the third highest ranking in their class (Behind Kaito and Shizuka), and the highest ranking in combat. He saved many lives with his provisional license, and now with a professional license under his belt, everyone anticipated his debut. He was the friend that was always there. The one who gave you their notes if you missed a day of class. The one who made chicken soup himself when you caught a cold. The one who picked you up after he knocked you down in combat training. But most importantly, the one who cared the most.
Kaito wrapped his best friend into a hug, congratulating him for the last three years. Akira then moved on to fist bump Shizuka, hug Hanabi, and shake Tsugu's hand. When he got to Ina, she blushed a bright shade of red and Akira did the same. Their four friends looked on in frustration and sadness. Everyone knew that they both had had massive crushes on each other since they were first years, but never got to the confession part. Kaito smiled as he recalled all the awkward, adorable, embarrassing, and heartwarming interactions between the two he and his classmates had the pleasure of witnessing. Akira cleared his throat. The four leaned in a little closer.
"Congratulations Ina.". He smiled. "We finally made it, huh?". Ina blushed and looked to the grass beneath their feet. "Yeah," She mumbled. "I…", she smiled and looked up, blushing a little less. "I guess we did.".
The four others sighed, collectively thinking "Just get together already". The six best friends now began conversation, and discussed what hero agencies they'd be working in, when they'd be able to see each other, and reminiscing about their short years at UA.
"We made a lot of memories," said Tsugu, looking back at the school. "I'm gonna miss this place.". The other five nodded. Kaito could feel himself getting a little emotional. He'd miss his school, his teachers, his classmates and friends.
"Excuse me!" a newcomer said, interrupting their thoughts. "I'd like to get a picture of the Big 3!". It was a photographer, going around to take graduation pictures. Out of habit, Kaito, Akira, and Shizuka looked at the other three, who, also out of habit, had stepped to the side. The Big 3 name referred to Kaito, Akira, and Shizuka, who were the top three in their class and known for their chemistry on the battlefield. The three stood with Kaito on the left, Akira in the middle, and Shizuka on the right. The photographer snapped a few photos and gifted each of them one. After that, they took a group photo. Each of them received one after from the photographer.
"Hey, that reminds me," Hanabi said, gathering the group's collective attention. "There was a rumor that the three of you were going to become a hero team!". Tsugu and Ina's eyes widened.
"Is that true you guys?", Ina half-yelled. "You guys would be unstoppable!", Tsugu added.
"Right?", Hanabi gushed. "That would be kick-ass! So is it happening?".
They turned to the Big 3. Shizuka was the first to respond. He pointed to Kaito and Akira.
"These two are forming a duo, I'm not in this.". The two turned to Shizuka in surprise.
"You weren't supposed to tell anyone!", Akira hissed. Kaito looked to the other three, who's eyes widened.
"Just Kaito and Akira?", asked Hanabi, who then turned to Shizuka. "What about you, pretty boy?".
Kaito swore he saw the faintest smile on the quiet boy's face at the nickname Hanabi had given him. "Being in a team isn't really my style.", he replied. "Besides, these two work better together than all three of us together. It's best for everyone.".
It short and sweet, just the way Shizuka always delivered everything. If he spoke, it was quick and straight to the point. If he did his homework, he finished fast and efficiently. If he was in a battle, he used his 200 plus IQ to strategize the quickest and easiest way to win the fight. Hanabi looked a bit confused, but Tsugu and Ina seemed to understand the logic behind it.
"That reminds me,", Shizuka turned to Kaito and Akira. "Have you guys chosen a name yet?".
The two hesitated. They hadn't. The duo had stayed up late one night trying to come up with something clever that reflected the common theme of electricity between them. However, nothing came to mind.
"No," Kaito said. "We haven't really come up with anything yet.". Shizuka nodded. The group was silent for a moment, processing the new information. Kaito and Akira were the strongest duo anybody could think of. Without a solid name to back them up, they'd be nobodies. Shizuka looked up from his pondering.
"Hey,", he said. I've got one.".
The group turned to him, Kaito and Akira hopeful for something impactful, and Hanabi, Ina, and Tsugu surprised their quiet friend had suggested something.
Shizuka gave one of his rare smiles. "How about…"
(One Week Later)
"…this is Patrol Number 4, requesting immediate back-up! The villain calling himself Colossus has been rampaging through Ao City for over an hour now. We've only been able to call in low rank heroes who have failed to subdue the villain. Colossus is over six meters tall and has destroyed property as well as severely injured heroes Shao Lin, Astronaut, Huntress, Iron Fist, White Tiger, and Manta Ray within a span of 68 minutes… (BOOOOM)…What's that?…My God. Ao City Power Plant has just lost 3 major generators, and a massive explosion has occurred, casualties expected…CAN WE GET BACKUP OVER HERE, DAMMIT!"
BOOOOM
Surrounded by injured, paramedics, and a line of 30 officers behind a barricade forming their last defense, Lieutenant Takahashi started to lose hope. Heroes were spread thin across the city, rescuing people from the damage caused by the villain, and the ones who were left to fight were low ranking. Higher ranked heroes weren't expected to arrive any time soon, and Colossus was getting closer.
"Lieutenant!", an officer from the barricade yelled, his voice filled with shaky terror. Takahashi turned, and his eyes widened in horror. "Colossus inbound, estimated distance is 500 meters!". The monster turned a corner and began lumbering towards the defensive line. Takahashi cursed and grabbed his gun out of it's holster. He walked to the barricade and assumed his position. "Protect the injured!", Takahashi said.
BOOM
BOOM
BOOM
Colossus' fifteen ton footsteps shook the ground beneath them. Takahashi trembled. In all of his years on the force, he'd fought lots of villains alongside the heroes. But this was unimaginable. He could only pray the heroes arrived soon.
"400 meters!"
BOOM
BOOM
"350 meters, sir!"
BOOM
BOOM
"275 meters!"
Takahashi drew in a breath. "As soon as he's in range, fire at will!". He knew it would be a hopeless endeavor, but Takahashi was raised upon the ideals of honor. He wasn't running away. Ao City was his hometown. He wanted to protect it, with or without heroes.
BOOM
"250 meters!"
"Permission to fire, sir?"
Takahashi whipped around. He was greeted by a pair of heroes. One was dressed in cleated, black metal combat boots that went up to his calves with yellow lighting embroidering, with a pair of sleek, black armored trousers. A black top with pads, with a yellow thunder bolt going down to his waist that was sleeveless, with black iron gauntlets with yellow lightning embroidering. He had a mask that covered his neck, head, and his face, with a straight spike that covered his head and went a foot beyond his forehead. He was at least 190 centimeters tall, and from the looks of his shear size and muscles, he was at least a 130 kilograms.
The other hero was dressed in shiny metal combat boots, white armored pants with similar yellow lightning embroidering, a white and silver armored top that had sleeves that went to his forearms with gloves that met the sleeves, shaped like a lightning bolt at the end of the gloves. A yellow lightning bolt also went from the neck of his top to his waist, and he had on a yellow cape, and a white mask that went up to the top of his nose. His snow colored hair went up in the shape of lightning bolts and shone in the sunlight. His yellow eyes burned like the sun. He had his arms crossed and was about 175 centimeters, and while he was significantly less muscular than his partner, the was still lean.
Takahashi was stunned at the sudden sight. "Who the hell are you guys?", he asked, turning his attention away from the villain.
The shorter one responded. "Heroes Black Thunder and White Lightning, responding to your call for backup, sir.".
Takahashi was dumbfounded. "That couldn't have been three minutes ago.", he thought to himself. He shook himself out of his surprise. "What are you ranks?".
"We're not ranked, sir.", said the tall one in black.
"Wha-.", the lieutenant stopped. "Are you telling me you guys are rookies?".
The pair nodded. Takahashi sighed, seeing his options were few. "Whatever, I need the two of you to get out there and stop that thing. We need time to get the injured first aid and the hell out of this mess.".
The pair nodded again. They were obedient, at least. Most rookies he'd worked with in the past were arrogant and full of themselves. These two were some of the good ones, he assumed.
"100 meters, sir!". Takahashi whipped around Colossus was dangerously close, his size fully apparent now. "Hey, you two-" When Lieutenant Takahashi turned around, the pair was gone. He turned back around just in time to see them leaping over the barricade. "These guys had better be strong.", he muttered to himself.
Black Thunder was suddenly surrounded by crackling, black electricity. He closed the distance between himself and Colossus quickly. To Takahashi's shock and amazement, the ground underneath him suddenly broke, and he leaped thirty feet into the air, ten feet above Colossus in the blink of an eye, a trail of the dark electricity following him. The veteran cop was stunned at the speed of it. Colossus swatted at him with one of his humungous hands, but (again), to Takahashi's surprise, Black Thunder was surrounded in black electricity once again, and kick the hand away, throwing Colossus off balance as his arm sailed to the ground with him.
"Take cover!" An officer yelled. Takahashi dove to the ground as rubble flew everywhere on Colossus' impact. Takahashi looked back up to the see the villain on the ground. "These guys aren't normal rookies.", he said out loud.
Colossus started to get back up, crushing a taxi cab to gain leverage. Black Thunder turned to his partner. "White Lightning, maneuver seven!" He yelled. He knelt to the ground, sticking his arms out, one hand over another with his palms up. White Lighting ran towards him. Black Thunder's arms starting crackling with black energy, and as White Lightning put his right foot down on his hands, he stood up and threw him upwards towards Colossus in one movement.
White Lightning soared high in the air towards the now standing villain. Colossus' attention was turned to Black Thunder. White Lightning landed on the top Colossus' back. Before the villain had a chance to react, he was twitching and shrieking in pain as his body was covered in a white electricity. The shock suddenly stopped, and White Lightning jumped off his back into a nearby shattered window. Black Thunder ran towards the villain and, once again surging with black energy, jumped and landed near the top of the building White Lightning was in. Black Thunder leapt off of the building as soon as he landed sent a kick directly into Colossus' steaming back. The monster fell with a loud BOOM onto the street, 50 meters from the defensive barricade. There was silence for a moment, then cheering from hiding citizens and from behind the barricade. Lieutenant Takahashi stared in utter disbelief. After a group of seasoned pros had tried and failed to bring down this monstrous villain for over an hour, two overpowered rookies had come in and finished the job in under five minutes. He smiled and shook his head. Young heroes were really something these days.
Later that day, new reporters swarmed the duo and shot rapid fire questions. Who were they? What school did they go to? What were their quirks? How did they bring down the villain? Meanwhile, military helicopters used cables to lift Colossus up and out of the city, headed to a special facility designed to hold villains of his size. Lieutenant Takahashi looked on from his patrol car, at the two new and powerful heroes. When the reporters shuffled away, he approached the two.
"Thanks for all of your help today.", he said. "You really saved us back there.".
Black Thunder nodded. "Happy to be of help.". White Lightning nodded in agreement. Lieutenant Takahashi smiled again. "I look forward to working with Black Thunder and White Lightning again in the future. You two are really going places.
The two looked at each other, and then back at Takahashi. "Actually sir," said White Lightning, "We already told the reporters back there, but we're not individual heroes. We're a duo.".
Takahashi raised his eyebrows. "Oh? And what's the name of this hot new rookie team?".
The straightened up, swelling with pride. Together, in one voice, they said,
"Mjolnir"