Heroes Never Die It's Hero Time

by CreateGunner1209

One would think that in a world where everyday people possess impossible abilities nothing would really be a surprise. Izuku Midoriya, who upon the age of four was diagnosed as quirkless, was denied of his dream of become a hero that can save everyone with a smile. But fate gives him a chance; allowing him access not to one but a universe of powers and abilities.

47. Ch:42 Practical Exams

Sorry for being late with this one. I wanted to have this posted yesterday but neither one of my "editors'' could pull through for me. A first time for everything, I guess. But it's here now so enjoy.

*MINOR SPOILER WARNING* There is a very minor spoiler regarding the manga in this chapter. It's nothing groundbreaking or important but I think it's fair to warn you.

*Speaking of Spoilers…some of you guys spoiled Ch.304 of the manga for :(

Not cool guys it really took the wind out of me, all the impact the chapter should have had was totally lost. Don't get me wrong I'd love to discuss what happens in the manga but in the future please be careful not to spoil it for me and other readers, who may only be watching the anime. At the very least, ask me if I read the manga yet or wait until at least a day after a new chapter is released. I'm usually pretty good about reading the manga but often or not I can't get to it until late in the day.

Thank you for understanding. I'm not upset, I'm just a little disappointed is all. But let's move on to Ch.42 and the start of the Practical Exams!

*Also "Drag0n5on" was kind enough to create another stellar opening for us! Thank you "Drag0n5on"!

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Inko Midoriya is busy, making sure her morning tea is just right before she heads out for the day. She's got to get to work too, you know.

As she stands there attending to the tea pot, her ears pick up the sound of her son's door opening and closing followed by the quiet shuffling of feet across the floor.

"Izuku, honey, good luck on your last final!" She calls out with a cheerful energy.

There's no response, but that's not a surprise when it's so early in the morning. Plus he's under a lot of pressure right now, after three days of exams he's got one more to get through.

"Look forward to having katsudon for dinner, tonight. Think of it as a reward for getting through your first semester at U.A.!"

Still no response but she can hear him grabbing his shoes.

"Your father should be home by then, too."

Nothing, still nothing.

At this point Inko can't help but be concerned. "Izuku, did you get all that?"

No answer, instead she hears the front door swinging open. "Izuku!" She rushes around to the hallway but it's too late, the door has already shut, and he's gone.

"Izuku…" Inko frowns, worried wondering what could possibly be bothering her little boy.

That's when she notices her son's door is slightly ajar.

She usually likes to give Izuku his space but when a concerned mother is worried, she just has to check. Just in case there are any clues to what might be troubling him.

And so she gives the door a little push.

"Uh?!" She gasps aloud, cupping her mouth in shock.

Something is wrong, very very wrong.

Everything, everything is gone. As in everything! Everything Izuku's ever owned, everything that included All Might is gone! From the posters, to the figurines, the merchandise, and even the bedding! Nothing is left to suggest that any of it was ever here, only the outlines left by dust and faded paint are proof of what used to be here. The walls are bare and colorless, the desk and shelves are free of clutter, and the bed is lacking a comforter.

A terrible feeling has set into her little heart, clothing and pulling at her from within.

Something is clearly wrong.

"Izuku…?"

She can only wonder what's in store for him, and she prays nothing bad comes of it.

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(Opening Theme: DR STONE OP 2 - /SohCAjC-Npk)

(Instrumentals)

Sora no iro wa dō s***

Izuku walks forward with a determined expression before passing by Ochaco

aoku mieru no darō ka

Ochaco continues walking forward before everything fades as she walks down a dark corridor

Kiiroi koe agete umareta

The corridor reveals the silhouettes of the past OFA users before Ochaco closes her eyes to meditate.

kioku no shizukesa Ao to kiiro ga

Izuku slowly opens his eyes before zooming out to show him sitting on a fence along with Bakugou and Henzu all of them with serious expressions before Henzu and Bakugou fade away.

mazariatte dekita midori ni wa hana o

Izuku blinks as he stands next to Ochaco in front of the U.A. gates.

Hana ni wa mizu o Boku ni wa yume o

The two look at each other in surprise before smiling and begin running.

Zero ni tashite ima o kakete Nagareru akai chi moyō

The Omnitrix aliens leap into action showing off their powers ending with several silhouettes coming into view before disappearing behind a flash of green light!

Sen o hīte kara o watte Saita hana no moyō

Shinso leads the charge for Class 1-A with Todoroki as he unleashes a torrent of flames

Tsunagu teishiki fude o motte

The flames dissipate to reveal Hisashi smiling at the camera while Endeavor and All Might stand behind him facing in opposite directions

Torimodoshite iku inochi

The U.A. staff follow after as they jump into the fray.

Me ni mienai rūru e ima ikō,

Gang Orca, Gran Torino, Manual, and other pros go about their daily patrol.

Ikōru o sagashi ni iku

Nezu sits at his desk as silhouettes of the plumber magistrate appear behind him.

Douka ga junsui na hajimari wo Shodou ni kawaru hajimari wo

Izuku rides on his hoverboard while Ochaco flies next to him as they charge in at the villains.

Seimeiryoku wo

Henzu stands next to Shigaraki with the shadows of the League of Villains behind them.

sangenshoku de hirogete

Up in space Vilgax narrows his eyes as bubbles form in his pod.

Hakushi no jidai kako mo sute kizukiage kizukasare

It shows Izuku and Ochaco's misadventures as space cadets. Ditto and Ochaco Posing as Men in Black, Ochaco cheering as Grey Matter tries to hotwire a spaceship only for Thirteen to catch them, Ochaco and ML-E chanting as Heatblast bakes Mochi for them. Ochaco holding Four Arms Bridal style as they run from an angry Mr. Bauman.

Kuroku natte

Izuku grins as he cocks his fist as the Omnitrix begins to glow.

imada kishite

Ochaco does the same as pink energy surrounds her.

tsumiage tsugi wa doko e

The two roar out as they punch forward.

Aa bokura no ashita ni iro ga attara

Izuku and Ochaco walk forward as they look into the night sky with smiles.

Me ni mieru iro ni sā

They turn to look at each other before holding out their fists.

Egaite iku

The two reach out and bump fist under the night sky.

Opening Theme was Illustrated by "Drag0n5on"

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Ch.42 Practical Exams

"Now then." Shota Aizawa looks on with a bored indifference, while a good number of his colleagues stand beside him. "Let's begin the last test."

Standing by his side are his fellow pro heroes: Present Mic, Midnight, Thirteen, Snipe, Cementoss, Ectoplasm, and Power Loader.

And standing across from them are his students, the stubborn and persevering Class 1-A. He examines them all, taking note of their fully detected out hero costumes, to how they carry themselves. Clearly, they've all been gearing up for this very moment.

After they all gathered in class, he swiftly sent them to the locker rooms and then he drove them over to one of U.A.'s many facilities. The one they're standing before is mostly used to monitor trainings and security.

"Remember, it's possible to fail this final." He warns. "If you wanna go to camp, then don't make any stupid mistakes."

"Uh." Kyoka Jiro pipes up, something's on her mind. "Why are all the teachers here?"

That's a reasonable question to ask, at least to Aizawa. "I expect many of you have gathered information and believe you have some idea of what you'll be facing with today."

Without missing a beat, Denki Kaminari cries out in excitement! "We're fightin' those big ol' metal robots!"

Mina Ashido is just, if not more, thrilled! "Fireworks! S'mores! Here we come, camp!"

Of course they're happy a simple zap or acid splash will eat right through robots. Talk about a lucky break!

Or it would be.

"Actually," the Binding Cloth around Aizawa's neck unnaturally moves around like something inside is trying to crawl its way out. "This year's tests…" Principal Nezu pops out of the scarf like a smiling weasel! "will be completely different, for various reasons! Hahaha!" He seems all too happy to deliver that news especially when he sees how pale and stone cold both Kaminari and Mina are after hearing the devastating news.

The entire class gasp in surprise, most of them had actually thought that they would be fighting off robots. It sure would have been nice if they got a heads up, sheesh.

Momo Yaoyorozu is devastated by the news, her confidence has been on the down low lately especially after the Sports Festival, and she was…kinda hoping for an easy win here today. "You're changing things?"

Nezu smiles on as he climbs down Aizawa's side, using the scarf as a repelling rope, while Thirteen spots him on the way down. "The tests now have a new focus." He hopes down safely his smile never faltering. "There will be Hero work, of course. But also teamwork and combat between actual people."

His face turns especially dark even if the smiling expression itself doesn't change. "So what does that mean for you? You students will be working together in teams and your opponents will be one of our esteemed U.A. teachers!" He throws his little paws into the air, gesturing to show off his wonderful staff of underlings. "Isn't that fabulous?!"

The entire class gasp, they're eyes wide in shock. There's no way they can pass this! Not against pro heroes!

Ochaco Uraraka frowns worriedly, gripping the sides of her visor. "We're…fighting the teachers?"

Hitoshi Shinso folds his arms, scowling. "I bet this was Mr. Aizawa's idea."

Speaking of, Aizawa goes ahead and explains further. "Additionally, your partners and your opponents have already been chosen. They were determined at my discretion based on various factors, including fighting style, grades, and…interpersonal relationships." Especially the latter.

"Sir!" Tenya Iida's arm shoots up into the air. "But there are 21 students present?! How could we possibly even out the pairs?!"

"Who said we were doing pairs?"

"Wha?! But I assumed-"

"That's your problem, you assumed." Aizawa rubs his head. "Like I said these teams were based off my judgements due to various factors. Now most of teams are made up of two, yes, however, at least three teams will have three members."

Aizawa eyes the class, his eyes drifting to his first set of victims. "For example, first up are Yaoyorozu, Todoroki…and Shinso." Aizawa flashes them his signature totoro grin, raising his Binding Cloth in a taunting fashion.

The students tense up, their minds immediately drawing to conclusions.

Yaoyorozu and Shinso visibly gulp and shake with worry. Yaoyorozu can feel her confidence plummeting, Mr. Aizawa…Eraserhead is the worst teacher she could possibly be paired up against!

And Shinso well his mind flashes back to all those drills and exercises he was forced into by this same teacher and his stupid American-Dream Plan. Oh, god he kicked his ass so many times as part of that training, he doesn't need his new classmates seeing that!

But Aizawa quickly reverts back to his dry indifferent self. "Against Thirteen."

"Huh?!" Really?! They're up against Thirteen?! Not Eraserhead?!

The three all turn their gaze towards their true opponent.

Thirteen smiles and waves. "I'm sure you'll all do your best today!"

"Yeah… " They all nod in unison, perhaps this won't be so bad afterall.

Aizawa continues on. "Another group of three are Aoyama, Ashido, and Kaminari."

The three lowest grading students in the class gasp. "US!?/Moi?!"

"Yes, and you'll have the honor of facing our esteemed Principal."

Said Principle cheers. "Haha! Let's do our very best, shall we?"

The three can only hope the Principal is willing to show them mercy. But it's rather doubtful.

Aizawa continues on. "Finally our last group of three we have…" His eyes drift to each student. "Midoriya paired up with Uraraka."

The two jolt in place, Ochaco's smile brightens as she turns to face Deku. "Oh, we got this! Hands down!"

"Y-yeah." Izuku tries to give her a smile but…

"Hang on there's still one more." Aizawa glares at them both before announcing their third member. "Bakugou's with you too."

"Uh?!" The trio gasp, each one flinching away from each the other!

Katsuki Bakugou can't believe it! First, they're not destroying robots but teachers, actually he prefers this better! But then teams and a team with fucking Deku! Hell no!

Izuku isn't liking this any better he can feel his insides burning up yet filling with a sense frustration at the same time. Why, why did it have to be Bakugou? Wasn't Uraraka enough?

As for Ochaco well she doesn't mind being on either of the teams, but the issue is well that these two are on a team! What was Mr. Aizawa thinking?! Is it because these two don't get along? And if so, why is she here?!

That said, Aizawa isn't done delivering the punches. "And their opponent is…" Okay he said the que.

From above a heavy and muscular figure slams into the ground before the trio with a mighty thud! "I AM HERE TO FIGHT!" All Might stands tall before the students, his grin shining under the bright sun.

The trio are shaking, their souls filling with excitement, fear, and…anger. "We're up against All Might?!"

All Might's grin widens at their reactions. "YOU'RE GOING TO HAVE TO WORK TOGETHER, KIDS, IF YOU WANT TO WIN."

Bakugou turns his scowl to his new team. He knows a challenge when he hears one, but do his teammates? Uraraka, well she's willing to stare him down, so she's fine. But Deku…Deku's too much of an All Might nerd! He'd probably want to run and hide than fight even with those hack powers of his.

Ochaco eyes him right back as she tries to push back the nervousness swelling up inside of her. But another part of her is excited, sure Deku and Bakugou don't get along but if she can pull them together then this could really be exciting. They…they might win…maybe?

As for Izuku, his gaze falls, his hair casting a shadow over his eyes as his mouth hides behind his respirator.

All Might chuckles, he's actually somewhat looking forward to this. A chance to take on some of the top students of Class 1-A must certainly prove to be an exciting match. Although he does have some reservations about this.

##########(Flashback)#########

Just a few days ago Principal Nezu gathered every teacher into the conference room to discuss these very matches.

It was late into the night, but the little mouse decided it was best to discuss this now rather than later. "With the connection between the Hero Killer Stain and the League of Villains, it's possible criminals everywhere will become much bolder." Sad to say, but the way things are going that might just be the case.

The other pro heroes see it the same way.

Snipe nods. "It'd be best if we could start preparin' for that before it happens. As a school, we should be takin' every precaution. If fights against villains are gonna continue to intensify in the future, then havin' the kids train against robots ain't practical." But they are at times. "Originally, we used 'em to avoid complaints about people gettin' injured in the Entrance Exams, but they're just not challengin' enough." Especially when you can consider that some of the kids can break through the bots like paper.

Aizawa huffs in his seat, this is what he's been saying for a while now, get rid of the robots! "We can ignore the complaints. Let people say whatever they want."

Midnight isn't so quick to agree, however. "This sounds like it could be problematic."

Cementoss chimes in. "I understand why you want to change the exam, but having students fight us?" It's absurd! "Even if they are in teams of two or three, is that a good idea?"

Thirteen nods. "Yeah. I think it's a bit unfair."

Present Mic explains why. "If we went too easily, we won't be able to give them actual grades, yo."

Snipe wonders about that. "Of course, we could take that into consideration and give the students an advantage."

Aizawa would rather not have them handicap themselves, but ultimately, it's not his decision. "Principal, what are you thinking?"

Principal Nezu smiles on, nodding. "I believe I agree. We need to change the Practical Exam to reflect the current times. How do we ensure the students aren't put in life-threating situations? The answer is simple. We must push them. We make sure that they're as strong as possible."

No one can repute that; it is what they do here at U.A. after all. Push the students beyond their limits, Plus Ultra.

Midnight confirms this. "That makes sense."

As does Thirteen. "I agree."

"Right, then let's talk about the teams." Aizawa lifts up his stack of papers. "First, Todoroki. He's doing quite well, generally speaking, but relies too much on brute force." As seen in the Sports Festival especially when he went all out with his Quirks. "And Yaoyorozu is an all-rounder but lacks the ability to make spur-of-the-moment decisions and apply them." This was especially demonstrated in her match against Tokoyami. "And finally there's Shinso. He's new and still has a lot to learn, but he actually works well in team settings. But he still has the habit of relying on his Quirk, Brainwashing, to subdue his opponents before striking, this makes it easy for others to keep their guard up against him." Like during the last training session, Uraraka and others were quickly able to pick up on Shinso's attempts to Brainwash them. "Not to mention he relies too much on lowering his opponent's guard or to slip up before he tries to use it."

Thirteen nods. "So, you'll erase their Quirks and take advantage of their weaknesses."

"No."

What?! Aizawa's not going to face them? Why not?

Aizawa turn his gaze to his junior. "Instead I want you to face them."

"Me?!" Thirteen is being thrown for a loop here! "Why me? I don't think that-"

"You'll be fine. Your Quick is just as effective at nullifying Todoroki's and Yaoyorozu's Quirks." Blackhole can eradicate anything Yaoyorozu manages to create and neither Todoroki's flames nor ice could possibly overpower a freaking Blackhole. "Besides we all know you can actually hold yourself in a fight. So I know you'll be a good challenge for them."

Present Mic chuckles. "It'll shake things up that's for sure!"

"Yeah…" Aizawa continues. "As for Shinso, well it's simple enough for you to avoid his Quirk. And so he'll have to rely on trickery or close quarters combat. Either way you'll have the clear advantage there."

Thirteen isn't so sure about this, things could get real messy if they're not careful. But on the other hand this could also benefit the students: help them to learn not to underestimate their opponents. Especially someone like Thirteen. "Alright, I'll go along with it. But I have one condition."

"Condition?" Aizawa blinks.

"Yes, there's a…special support item I'd like to use if I'm facing these three."

Aizawa shrugs. "I don't see why not. As long as they learn something."

"Oh, trust me they will. Besides my…support item will be a perfect match for Shinso."

Aizawa nods, if it'll help the students grow then he's all for it.

Thirteen gives Nezu a big thumbs up, and Nezu chuckles as if understanding already what this special support item is.

Meanwhile, Aizawa eyes the next three pages of students. "Next we have Midoriya, Bakugou, and Uraraka." Aizawa turns to towards Yagi Toshinori. "I'm leaving them to you, All Might."

Toshinori jolts up in his seat a bit.

Aizawa explains why. "In this case, I didn't pair the three of them up based on ability or class work. I went with relationships."

Toshinori feels very nervous all of a sudden.

"From what I know, Midoriya and Bakugou have known each other basically their entire lives. However that does not mean they actually see eye to eye, in many ways they're total opposites of each other. As such they don't push or challenge the other to become better, no, there's too much hostility between them and it skews their judgements." If one wants proof then look no further to the other day when Midoriya snapped at the ash-blonde, or their first Battle Training where the two clashed and were at each other's throats.

"If these exams are to simulate real life battles, it'll be a disaster if they begin fighting each other rather than the villain."

Thirteen cups their chin, or at least they would be if not for the helmet. "Huh, so by pinning them both against All Might, you're hoping they come together to take on a greater foe. Or at least compromise."

Aizawa nods. "Exactly."

Midnight frowns. "Okay, that explains why they're on a team. But what about Uraraka? What's her purpose?"

"Right." Aizawa grabs his third sheet. "Originally I was going to have her face off against Thirteen, figured your Blackhole could nullify those Ryou Spheres of hers." However. "But I thought better of it. As I said there's too much animosity between those two boys and it honestly wouldn't surprise me if they actually trade blows with each other. And that's where Uraraka comes in." He checks his notes to make sure he gets this right. "Midoriya and Uraraka share a strong friendship so there's no issues there, but recently I get the idea that Bakugou has some respect for Uraraka as well." At least enough to refer to her as her real name and not some nasty nickname. "She has already shown to do this, but I hope she can be a sort of mediator for the two of them. To at least keep their focus on the objective." Also. "Besides they're going up against the Number One Hero, so a third member should at least give them some hope that they actually can pass."

Toshinori cups his chin. 'Makes sense.' He can recall their first class together, Bakugou and Midoriya were definitely signaling each other out. And going up against Uraraka might be fun, it'd be cool to go head to head with his own successor.

"One more thing."

Toshinori snaps to attention.

Aizawa's eyes narrow at the skeletal man. "I know you've got a soft spot for Uraraka. Please ensure that they learn something." It's necessary if they all want to progress.

########(End Flashback)#######

All Might's grin falters, as he gazes back at his coworker whoa assigned him such a group. 'YOU'RE PAYING CLOSE ATTENTION, HUH, AIZAWA?'

Nezu's grin widens. "And now, let's announce the teams and the teachers they'll be fighting in order!"

1st Match: Cementoss vs. Rikido Sato and Eijiro Kirishima!

2nd Match: Ectoplasm vs. Tsuyu Asui and Fumikage Tokoyami!

3rd Match: Power Loader vs. Tenya Iida and Mashirao Ojiro!

4th Match: Thirteen vs. Momo Yaoyorozu, Shoto Todoroki, and Hitoshi Shinso!

5th Match: Principal Nezu vs. Mina Ashido, Denki Kaminari, and Yuga Aoyama!

6th Match: Present Mic vs. Koji Koda and Kyoka Jiro!

7th Match: Snipe vs. Tooru Hagakure and Mezo Shoji!

8th Match: Midnight vs. Hanta Sero and Minoru Mineta!

9th Match: All Might vs. Izuku Midoriya, Katsuki Bakugou, and Ochaco Uraraka!

With matches announced, Nezu stands tall, for his size, and declares the rules. "To complete the exam, you'll have 30 minutes. In order to win, your objective is to put these handcuffs on your teacher." He holds up said handcuffs. "Or you can win if one of you manages to escape from the combat stage."

Kaminari has to think about it. "So we've either got to capture the teacher or run away. It's basically like the combat training."

Mina's still a bit concerned. "Yeah, but is it really okay to just jet?"

Nezu gives them a big paw's up. "Yup!"

Present Mic grins. "It's gonna be much different than that combat training ya'll all gone through already." He poses, smugly. "After all, you're up against people way better than you!"

Oh, is Kyoka Jiro ready to tear him a new one. "Better? Really?"

Koji Koda can sense where this is going, and he certainly doesn't like it.

Jiro, however, cuts deep though. "Wait, aren't you just the announcer?"

"HEY! Watch your mouth, girl-have some RESPECT!"

Thirteen snickers under their helmet before turning to the students. "This time, your exam will be very similar to a real battle. As strange as it is, please think of us as villains."

Snipe continues the explanation. "For this exam is to show you what to do when you come across an enemy. If you think you can win against them, then fight. However…"

Aizawa takes over. "…in instances where you're outmatched, it would be smarter to run away and find help."

Bakugou scowls up at the teachers. "So we fight to win."

Ochaco gulps. "Or we run to win."

Izuku remains silent, his fists clenched, head down, and mouth hidden.

All Might bares his grin down at the trio. "THAT'S RIGHT! IT'S A TEST OF YOUR DECISION-MAKING SKILLS. BUT WITH THESE RULES, YOU'RE PROBABLY THINKING YOUR ONLY REAL CHOICE IS TO FLEE. THAT'S WHY THE SUPPORT COURSE MADE THESE SUPER-CLEVER ACCESSORIES FOR US!"

They can almost hear the ta-da sound effect as All Might holds up a large weighted brace! And it doesn't help that Present Mic has to announce it! "Behold! Ultra-compressed weights!"

"THESE BABIES WILL ADD ABOUT HALF OUR BODY WEIGHT TO OUR PHYSIQUES." All Might begins strapping the weights on to himself as the other teachers put on the weights as well. "IT'S NOT MUCH, BUT THEY WILL EAT UP OUR STAMINA AND MAKE IT HARDER FOR US TO MOVE AROUND." His arm is forced down as he puts on the weights. "OH, SHOOT… THESE ARE HEAVIER THAN I THOUGHT." One more thing. "WE HAD A CONTEST TO COME UP WITH THESE DESIGNS, AND YOUNG HATSUME ENDED UP WINNING IT."

Ochaco gasps, she could only imagine what else she probably thought up! "Wow, good for her!"

Bakugou turns his glare up toward his newest opponent. "You think we need a handicap to win against you?"

Ochaco frowns worriedly but Bakugou is more than ready to throw down his gauntlet, and he's willing to make that very clear.

"Well think again." he growls.

"HAHAHA!" All Might's really looking forward to this now. "THIS'LL BE FUN."

Izuku's nails dig into his palm, he can't bear to look up, not at that grin.

Aizawa finally speaks up. "Let's begin. The teams will take the Practical Exam in the order you were called. We have a stage prepared for you." He turns to the first to vict-...examinees. "Sato, Kirishima. You're up."

Both boys respond in unison. "Yes, sir!"

"Those waiting their turn to fight can either watch the exams or try to strategize together as a team. It's your choice. That's all." Aizawa turns leaves following the other heroes towards their designated stages.

Tenya turns to his partner. "Ojiro. I'd like to discuss how we might be able to coordinate the use of our Quirks."

Ojiro smiles. "Great."

"Tokoyami?" Tsuyu Asui approaches her partner. "Let's go come up with a plan."

The crow-head boy heads for the building. "Agreed."

Following behind them, Minoru Mineta has his fist in the air as he declares to the world his true intentions! "We've got to figure out a way to destroy Ms. Midnight's costume!"

Sero shakes his head, although he is smiling from underneath his helmet. "You are such a little scumbag."

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Soon everyone has dispersed, with most of the students hanging around the building to strategize amongst their teams.

But there are a few who are the exceptions such as Izuku who soon found himself in the large monitoring room alongside Recovery Girl who has her own special chair to watch each and every display the monitor projects.

The elderly woman smiles on, accepting what'll await her. "Well, looks like I have my work cut out for me today."

The door soon opens. "Oh, Deku?" Ochaco steps inside, smiling at her dear friend. "You're watching, too?"

He doesn't bother to turn towards her, instead he responds with a small head nod.

Ochaco then notices a third member here. "Mr. Aizawa?"

Aizawa turns around, remaining rooted to his spot beside Recovery Girl. "Hey."

"Why are you here?"

"Since I'm not facing anyone, I'm here to be an impartial grader along with the teacher you're facing and Recovery Girl." He gestures to the little old lady. "It's the easiest way to ensure you all get fair grades."

Also, so he doesn't have to sit through hours of film later to see for himself how each student did. This way is a lot more efficient. Besides if things go wrong for whatever reason he can quickly respond.

Ochaco nods. "Okay, makes sense."

"And what about you two." Aizawa eyes the two teens. "Did you come here to watch your classmates?"

Ochaco grins. "Yeah, I kinda wanted to see how everyone will do." She then turns her gaze to Deku. "That's why you're here, right, Deku?"

He nods again, making sure his face is hidden by his respirator and hair.

Ochaco's smile falters for a moment, she can't help but notice how quiet he is, and a bit of concern begins to creep in. But she quickly chalks it up to nervousness, after all they're going up against All Might so Deku's just trying to keep himself as calm as possible before then. Besides she's sure he'll pull through when the time comes, he always does after all.

"Well let's get some inspiration from everyone else's battles!" She cheers.

He nods once again, and Ochaco happily takes it assuming that his nervousness is getting to him.

Aizawa isn't so certain and neither is Recovery Girl they both couldn't help but notice how quiet Midoriya's been all morning either. But before either of them could air their concerns the monitor lights up announcing the first match: Rikido Sato and Eijiro Kirishima vs. Cementoss.

The four watch as Sato and Kirishima rush into the faux-city with total confidence. And there out in the open is their opponent, Cementoss. The two-charge headfirst right towards him like a pair of stampeding bulls! Cementoss greets them though with a wall of cement, slowing their frontal assault.

And at first glance it seems like the two muscle heads are doing great but as they slow down and begin to lose ground does it become clear just how brutal these exams truly are. Because before they know it, the two lose their strength and all their ground as they're swept up by cement! And soon the siren blares and the monitor announces across the facility that Kirishima and Sato have failed the exam!

Both were knocked out, left on the ground as Cementoss looks on, unscathed and without losing any stamina. In truth, Cementoss was the worst opponent these two could have been pinned against, they never stood a chance.

Recovery Girl hops down from her chair. "It's only the first match and I'm already needed."

Ochaco cups her mouth in shock "No way… It was that one-sided?"

"Of course it was." Responds Aizawa, his eyes never leaving the screen. "We designed these exams with each of your greatest weaknesses in mind. For example, those two rely way too much on brute force rather than strategy. So as predicted they charged headfirst without a second thought. But they failed to even consider that unlike them Cementoss's Quirk doesn't have an extended limit and his stamina is far superior to theirs." In other words. "Just because we have a handicap doesn't mean we're weak. In fact we're only wearing these things to give you all a sense of hope, that you have chance." Aizawa turn to look them both right in the eyes. "If either of you want to success here today, and you better be ready to put all you got into it. Use every skill, every lesson, every advantage, and anything at your disposal to pass. To Go Beyond, Plus Ultra." Or else.

---

The next matches go on to prove his points further. With Tsuyu and Tokoyami taking on Ectoplasm. Ectoplasm's clones proved a challenge especially when the two were captured but Tsuyu's resourcefulness and Tokoyami's range easily pulled through.

As for the third match, well it may not have been as exciting as the last match was still full of surprises. Tenya really demonstrated how much he's improved, launching Ojiro forward and through the gate, finishing the exam in record time. Although Tenya did get hit by Power Loader's Quirk and thus needed to be dug out of the ground.

And then it was time for the 4th match to begin within the suburban-based arena.

"It's our turn now." Shoto Todoroki turns around to eye his teammates. "Let's go."

Hitoshi Shinso is already dawning his Artificial-Vocal Cords but even, so he looks rather confident.

And as for Momo Yaoyorozu well she seems distracted, looking down with a thoughtful yet conflicted gaze.

"Yaoyorozu."

The ponytailed girl gasps snapping out of her funk, she had completely missed everything Shoto just said.

Shoto frowns. "What's wrong, are you nervous?"

"Oh. No." She doesn't sound all that convincing.

And Shoto knows it. "It's okay. Although you really shouldn't be."

Shinso chuckles lightly behind his mask. "Yeah, seriously, I'd be more concerned for our opponent."

Yaoyorozu frowns concerningly.

"He's right." confirms Shoto. "Thirteen's forte isn't combat, it's rescue. We clearly have the advantage even against Blackhole."

Thirteen will be far too slow to keep up with them, considering how bulky they're suit is. And Blackhole may be destructive but as a rescue hero Thirteen won't have much experience using it in combat. Actually thinking about it now, Aizawa must have been off his game if he assigned Thirteen to be their opponent. Oh, well, guess they're in for an easy win today.

Shoto turns his gaze towards the distance where he suspects the exit to lie. "Not to worry, I have a plan in mind for us."

*BZZZZZZZZZ!* The buzzer rings throughout the arena followed by a programmed voice! "Team Todoroki, Yaoyorozu, and Shinso! Practical Exam! Ready, go!"

The three immediately take off in a light run, trying to make up as much ground as they can while also being discreet. They quickly utilize the cramped alley ways as they travel single file with Shoto in front, Shinso in the middle, and Yaoyorozu at the rear.

Even so Todoroki doesn't waste any time with his plan. "Our success will depend on which one of us finds the other first." Shoto turns to Shinso. "Once we spot Thirteen, you and I will draw them in." With his flames and ice there's no doubt he can hold Thirteen off, and Shinso's Brainwashing will certainly keep Thirteen on guard too. And if that works then their entire attention will be on their biggest threats, them.

Shoto then turns to the female member of the group. "Then you can run to the escape gate and win this thing for us. Just stay close until then."

Yaoyorozu frowns, almost hurt by his plan, although it is a valid one and she can't deny its practicality. Still though she can't help but feel like she could do more here.

Shinso speaks up. "And what if we capture Thirteen first?"

Shoto leads them through a narrow alleyway "Then so much the better. This way we have two chances of winning."

They arrive at the end of the alleyway, finding themselves at a suburban street surrounded by walls, talk hedges, and houses.

Shoto checks both ways before they even attempt to move forward. "If we can split Thirteen's attention away from just one of us then the other can attack. I can use my ice to hold them in place or you can bind them up with that cloth of yours."

After making sure the coast is clear they keep moving. "C'mon."

And soon the two boys race down the street, while keeping their eyes peeled for any signs of their opponent.

Yaoyorozu hesitates but follows soon after, although she's not moving with as much purpose as the other two. "I'd expect nothing less from you, Todoroki."

"What do you mean?"

"You were able to come up with a plan to use against Thirteen so quickly. You knew exactly what was best as soon as we started." She sounds almost pained to say that but judging from her voice it has more to do with herself than Shoto.

They press on, turning a bend and continuing down the street, running just below a collection of power lines.

Shoto races forward. "This is nothing."

Yaoyorozu comes to a slow stop, her gaze down and a sad frown on her face. "No. You're wrong."

Shoto and Shinso stop to turn around, they want to press forward but clearly something is on her mind and they have too much respect to deny her the right to speak.

"As students who got into U.A. through recommendations, we started from the same place. But in terms of the practical skills that a hero needs, I haven't really managed to do anything that stands out." She thinks back to the U.A. Sports Festival for examples. "During the Cavalry Battle, I just followed your orders." Then came the tournament. "And then when it was my turn to fight, I failed before I could do anything." She then turns to Shinso. "You weren't even part of the Hero Course yet, but even you were able to hold your own against Uraraka for a short time. "I never even struck back, not once." She had hesitated for far too long and it cost her the match.

Shoto listens intently, he had no clue she was feeling this way. He should say something, yeah, he has to. "Yaoyorozu-"

^You shouldn't be so hard on yourself!^

^Actually you should just call it quits.^

The three students freeze in place at the sound of the unfamiliar voices.

Shinso grips his Binding Cloth. "Was that Thirteen?!"

Shoto's eyes scan the area. "No, it wasn't."

Yaoyorozu quivers. "Did…someone break in?" Are they villains?

^Haha. No~^

The teens all spin around towards the hedges, but they don't see a thing.

^You sure look like fun.^

^If fun had to do with teenage angst.^

They spin around again towards the house but there's still nothing.

Yaoyorozu steps back nervously. "What's going on here?"

Ice begins to form around Shoto's right arm. "Get ready." He turns to address Shinso. "Shinso."

The purple-haired teen understands, he adjusts the Artificial-Vocal Cords and Shoto's voice rings out. "Who are you?"

^Why I'm just a dear friend of your teacher!^

^Well more like binary servants, but tomayto tomahto.^

The three remain silent hopefully whoever's here is now under Shinso's control.

Shinso smirks from underneath his mask. "Alright, reveal yourself."

^Okay~!^

Shinso's eyes widen! That's not right, when someone's under his influence they shouldn't be able to speak! So then…what are they…?

The others realize this too, as Shoto crutches down, his arm encased in ice as Yaoyorozu nervously backs away from the direction of the voices.

^Wow, they seem really defensive.^

^Well this is a test, that'll determine their futures.^ No pressure.

Shoto scowls. "Shinso, what happened?"

"I…I don't know. T-that should have worked."

Finally a rustling from within the hedges could be heard.

The teen spins around once again, the house to their backs, as they spot movement within the bushes.

Shoto's losing his patience. "Show yourselves!"

^Okay~!^

^Have some patience, sheesh.^

From beneath the hedges a little white sphere…crawls out from the leaves.

The students are stunned as the little robotic sphere shakes off the leaves before turning so it's vertically aligned white eyes could peer up at them.

^Salutations, friend! It's so nice to meet you!^

^Aw, gross. Why couldn't we stay home?^

---

Ochaco's jaw drops and Izuku nearly goes pale, their eyes locked onto the massive screen. It can't be, but it is! They know that thing anywhere!

Aizawa notices the looks of disbelief on the two's faces. "Oh, yeah, Thirteen said they had a "special support item" for this occasion. And yeah, it's a bit of an odd one. But apparently it's good at surveillance and stuff." Although its design seems a little to ridiculous, but whatever.

---

The little bot waves up at the three teens. ^Hello my name is One-^

^-One.^

The three teens blink, their brains still trying to process that a little…robot of some kind is what scared them so bad. Honestly, it's kinda funny to think about. Well guess that explains why Shinso's Quirk didn't work.

Yaoyorozu sighs, visibly relaxing. "How…cute?"

The others drop their guard as well.

Shinso looks at his teammates. "What is this thing?"

Shoto can't take his eyes off the little bot. "I think it's a robot."

Glad-One is quick to respond. ^That's because I am!^

And of course Sad-One is there to follow it up. ^Yes, I'm nothing but a hunk of gears and wires, with no other purpose than to serve my ungrateful master.^

Yaoyorozu kneels down. "Um, One-One?" Is that really its name?

One-One peers up at her. ^Why, what is it I can help you with miss?^

"Um, what are you doing here?"

^I'm helping~!^

Shoto frowns. "Helping? Helping who exactly?"

^My master.^

Shinso frowns, getting tired of this. "And who is your master?"

Without missing a beat One-One responds with the driest of replies. ^Thirteen.^

They all go pale, as their blood drains from their faces.

Shinso chokes. "Wh-...what?"

One-One is oblivious to their distress. ^Thirteen!^

^And I already pinned our location.^

Yaoyorozu gulps. "Location?"

^Yup, we called Thirteen over to play~!^

In other words, they've been made!

The teens spring back in a panic! They have to get out of here and quick! But it's already too late.

The house behind them suddenly disappears, removed from existence as a vacuum-like force erases it.

Thirteen stands on the other side of the now empty lot, their eyes narrow and their finger pointed forward as Blackhole subsides. "I warned you, didn't I? I told you to think of us as villains for a reason."

Feeling like he's been caught with his pants down, Shoto slams his right foot forward and a vast icicle spear launches forward from the ground, its tip aimed right for Thirteen's head!

"Na, na, na I don't think so!" Thirteen's Blackhole meets the massive spear head on, absorbing and breaking it apart like it was made of crumbs! "You're going to have to do better than that, kids!"

Shinso smirks as he activates his Quirk. "What do you think we can't take you?"

Thirteen's gaze narrows but they don't respond.

Shinso scowls, looks like Thirteen's not going to fall for it. "Yeah well-Agh!"

A spinning One-One bounces off Shinso's head before touching back down onto the ground, using his little legs to skip his way over to Thirteen.

Thirteen smiles down at their little droid. "Nice job, One-One. You found em."

^Thank you!^

^Your praise means nothing to me.^

Shinso grips his head.

Yaoyorozu gasps at the sight of the bruise. "Are you alright?"

"No." Shinso snaps. "I'm pissed. What the hell?! You're using a robot? I thought Mr. Aizawa said you guys weren't?"

Thirteen looks to One-One and nods, giving him the go ahead to explain the story they fabricated. ^I am not a combat robot. Rather I specialize in maintenance and surveillance. Technically I am classified as a support item that provides assistance to disaster situations.^ This is not a total lie, there have been times Thirteen brought One-One out to help survey a disaster zone for more threats and survivors. ^As such I do not breach the rules set forth by Maji-uh, I mean Principal Nezu!^

Shinso scowl at the little droid. "So, you're not a combat bot, huh?"

Shoto steps forward. "Let's do this, Shinso." He readies himself for a fight. "We can still win this. There's no way Thirteen can take us on, even with that little toy."

Thirteen smirks from underneath their helmet. They're really going to enjoy this, that is for damn sure.

"Yaoyorozu! Go!" Shoto launches out a wall of ice hoping to hold Thirteen off.

But as the ice crashes forward, Thirteen's Blackhole sucks up incoming avalanche eradicating it from existence allowing the cold wind to wash by without any harm!

In a panic, Yaoyorozu takes off as per the plan! Running in the opposite direction hoping she'll eventually find the escape gate.

"Is that what your plan is?" Thirteen was kinda hoping for something a little more creative here. "Then this will be easy."

Thirteen rushes forward moving with incredible agility even with such a bulky costume.

Shinso lashes out with his Binding Cloth, throwing straight towards the hero.

Thirteen however perform some stellar acrobatics, kicking themselves up and over the Binding Cloth like a gymnast!

Shinso cries out! "No way!"

On the fall, Thirteen slams their palm on Shinso's head and blam he's knocked headfirst into the ground. "Compared to Aizawa, you're easy to read."

"Get away from him!" Shoto fires off an ice trail forcing Thirteen to leap away, using the nearby light pole to kick themselves up into the air and just in the nick of time! "Get up, Shinso!"

"R-right." Shinso groans as he gets back up to his feet.

"One-One!"

One-One rushes over towards its owner! ^I am here!^

One-One jumps into the air. As he does so, Thirteen spins around and kicks the droid forward like a soccer ball!

One-One's entire body spins as he's launched back right at the teen boys!

"Look out!" Shoto shoves Shinso to the side allowing One-One's spinning body to whiz on by!

But he couldn't predict that One-One would ricochet off the wall behind them and come flying right back slamming into Shoto's shoulder, ricocheting off, and slamming into Shinso's side before spinning away!

^Haha!^ One-one skids to a halt looking mighty impressed with himself! ^Face my might!^

^And die…^

The two teens groan and scowl at the little droid, Shoto's right begins to freeze over as he prepares to lock the droid up in a glacier, but he'll never get the chance.

"Don't get distracted!" Thirteen comes flying in from above, having used One-One as a distraction to get in close!

Thirteen kicks their leg down but the teens both lung to the side, avoiding it. However, Shoto's still in Thirteen's reach as the pro hero grabs him by the scruff of his shirt and swings him around, slamming him into Shinso!

The two groan as Thirteen stands over them. "You boys really underestimate me, didn't you?"

Yes, they sure did.

Shinso scowl, springing up with such agility! "That was our mistake!" He throws his first forward and it connects with the side of Thirteen's helmet, throwing their head to the side!

With a clear opening Shoto slams his hand down onto the ground unleashing a massive pillar of ice right into Thirteen's gut! The pillar rises and rises, the power of the impact sending Thirteen flying backwards until they are slammed against another house, pinning them in place.

Shinso smirks as he rubs his hand.

And Shoto grins as he jumps up to his feet. "Got ya."

"Oh. Did you?"" Thirteen smirks. "Blackhole!"

The ice pillar vanishes, disintegrating as Thirteen's Blackhole sucks it all away, and the pro hero lands on their feet, dusting themselves off without a single injury.

Shoto frowns. "How? How were you-"

"Able to withstand that attack?" Thirteen pats their suit. "Why do you think I wear such a big suit? This thing is padded up like nobody's business, it practically acted like a cushion for me."

Shinso scowls, activating his Quirk. "Is that really fair?"

No good, as Thirteen shrugs and gives them a cheeky smirk.

"Tsk."

One-One runs up to his owner. ^Are you sure you're alright?^

"Sure, I'm sure." Thirteen peers down at their little friend. "Get ready."

^Aye, aye!^

The duo charge forward moving incredibly swiftly towards the boys!

Shoto fires off an ice trail, but Thirteen jumps up and over it with One-One tucked in their arms.

Shinso was ready though as he whips his Binding Cloth forward to greet them!

"One-One Fast Ball!" Thirteen swings their body around before launching One-One forward with a high-speed spin!

One-One's spinning body breaks through the Binding Cloth and with his speed he goes flying right over the boys!

Thirteen lands just to the side of the ice trail before calling out! "Go after, Yaoyorozu! Track her down!"

One-One's body doesn't stop spinning as he skids across the ground, before revving forward like a remote-control bowling ball! ^You can count on me!^

Shoto cries out! "No!"

If that thing catches up to Yaoyorozu then Thirteen will know exactly where she is and go after her! They'll all lose their chances of passing!

Shoto and Shinso turn to chase after the bot but Thirteen swiftly intercepts their path. "Too slow! Hahaha."

The two scowl, they had no idea Thirteen would prove to be such a challenge.

But they are and Thirteen is loving it. "We're not done yet, kids." Thirteen stands at the ready their hands poised to strike like some sort of karate master. "This exam's only just begone."

The teens scowl, readying themselves to continue with the match. Hopefully they can still hold Thirteen off long enough for Yaoyorozu to escape even if she is being pursued.

---

Speaking of which, Yaoyorozu is still running at a full sprint towards the opposite end of the arena. But her sprint comes off more of a terrified disaster movie victim trying to escape from an impending horror. But this place is like a maze with all sorts of twists and turns, the buildings look so similar that it only makes her head spin more and more, tricking her into thinking she's running in circles! And it doesn't help that her mind has been plaguing her since the start, her lack of confidence finally rearing its ugly head and panic soon begins to settle in.

'How much farther until I'm at the gate? Is there a short route I should take? Are Todoroki and Shinso okay? Is this right? Should I take the time and make something to help me go faster? Can I make it? Will I be able to pass this way? Wait. Where am I running to?' The panic and the fear all settle into place, cloud her judgement even more. 'Can I do this? Or am I going to fail us?'

---

Back in the Monitoring Room the teens and the pro heroes watch as Shoto and Shinso face off against Thirteen.

Ochaco and Izuku can't help but be impressed by Thirteen's movements and skill. Clearly years of being an active Plumber has its benefits.

But Aizawa's attention is drawn to the screen showing Yaoyorozu fleeing the scene.

'She obviously lost her confidence after the Sports Festival.' He frowns disapproving of the kids' performances so far. 'She allowed him to make all the decisions. Comparing herself to Todoroki, she decided that he was the superior student. And the sentimentality doesn't stop there, Shinso worked his way into the Hero Course, arguably harder than she did, and she recognizes that. Not to mention, performance wise, he had a better showing during the Sports Festival. Overall she feels inferior to her own teammates.'

But the others have issues too. 'For better or for worse, Todoroki never seems to hesitate much. And Shinso's fighting style is very stiff and straight forward. And she's lost her ability to trust in her own instincts and reactions.' He watches as Yaoyorozu makes a wrong turn. 'Emotionally, she's still a child of 15. I'd like to help her regain her confidence. But that's a task that is far easier said than done.'

---

As Yaoyorozu passes by more hedges, One-One comes bursting out, rolling around like a crazed bowling ball!

^I found you, Ms. Yaoyorozu!^

Yaoyorozu gasps. "One-One?"

But how?! Did Thirteen defeat her teammates and then sent the bot after her to find her?!

One-One's spinning body races forward and in a matter of seconds it's on her heels! ^You can't escape!^

^Yeah, you can't escape your impending doom.^

In a panic Yaoyorozu jukes into another street hoping that would somehow shake the robot off her trail. It doesn't and this continues as Yaoyorozu desperately tries to get away before One-One could give away her position to Thirteen!

"Get away from me!" She generates a metal staff and then she spins around delivering a powerful strike into One-One's side!

^Weeeee!^ One-One screams out, in joy oddly enough, as he bounces off the ground.

He slams into an electrical poll, finally his spinning stops as he gets to his feet, shaking off the strike.

^Woah, you got a nice swing there.^

^Yeah, but you should have used a sword. Could have ended my horrible existence if you did.^

^No she couldn't. We're virtually indestructible.^

^I can dream, can't I?^

One-One may be all cheer, but Yaoyorozu is anything but. Her mind is so clouded and spinning with doubt she can't think straight, she put all she had into that. What was the point of all those fencing lessons if that's all she could do?! And so with her confidence shaken to her sore, she drops the staff and takes off in a desperate attempt to escape.

^Ms. Yaoyorozu wait for me!^ One-One hops after her oblivious to her inner turmoil.

---

Meanwhile, Shoto and Shinso are still having a hard time holding their own against the surprisingly efficient fighter that is Thirteen.

Shoto unleashes a barrage of ice trails but Thirteen isn't so much bothered by the cold, effectively leaping out of the way and using the environment to evade the crashing icicles. And of course Blackhole sure proves handy in eliminating the incoming ice.

As Thirteen touches down, Shinso flies in and delivers a hard kick into Thirteen's gut. But the attack proves ineffective, he can feel the suit absorb the impact of his strike.

Thirteen reaches for him but Shinso ducks and leaps away before he can be grabbed, As he retreats backwards, he throws his Binding Cloth forward and it wraps itself around Thirteen's outstretched arm.

"Got ya, now." Shinso tries to pull Thirteen towards him but he's severely underestimated the hero's strength.

Thirteen grips the Binding Cloth, and they are not letting it go. "You're style's too much like Aizawa's. Get creative!"

Shinso hesitates, taking Thirteen's words in.

But in that moment of weakness, Thirteen grip tightens as their eyes narrow in defiance before they yell out in a deep gruff voice. "Get over here!"

Thirteen pulls the scarf, pulling in Shinso like a fish on a line! Thirteen throws their other hand forward, catching Shinso by the head and BLAM smashing him to the ground in a show of brute force.

"Stay down." Thirteen releases the boy, his body going limp as he falls in and out of consciousness.

"Shinso!" Shoto cries out in outrage as he launches forward a piercing icicle!

Thirteen throws their head back, avoiding the spike just in time to avoid being skewered.

The icicle rests just above the unconscious Shinso, shielding him from Thirteen and from the hell Shoto's about to unearth.

Thirteen eyes the dual-haired teen as they grip their neck. "Sheesh, you got one scary Quirk, don't ya?"

"You ain't see what I can really do, Thirteen." Shoto thrusts his left arm forward and a torrent of raging flames race forward!

"Ahhh!" The flames completely consume Thirteen like a wood to an inferno!

Shoto cuts off the power to his Quirk, allowing the flames to die out as smoke rises from around Thirteen's position. That attack was a direct hit, there's no way they weren't affected.

The sound of hands clapping echo from within the smoke. "Oh, man, now that was scary."

Thirteen steps through the smoke, their suit is covered in ash and burns but otherwise it remains largely intake, and they appear unharmed.

"Phew. Thank goodness my suit can withstand such extreme temperatures. The perks of wearing Plumber Tech at all times.

"What?"

"Sorry, Todoroki." Thirteen rubs the back of their helmet. "You know on one hand I feel like I'm kinda cheating, you know because I'm wearing a fireproof suit and all. But on the other hand if I wasn't wearing it…I would have been burnt to a crisp! Like what the heck I could have been roasted!"

Shoto scowls, before unleashing a barrage of flames.

Thirteen, however, remains calm as they activate Blackhole, which predictably sucks in the flames.

Shoto cuts off the flames and Thirteen cuts off Blackhole, and thus they stand opposite of each other. They are two warriors with such destructive powers, sizing each other up before they clash, knowing that one mistake will cost them the fight.

The two circle each other cautiously waiting for the other to make the first move.

Shoto frowns his glare hardening. "I have to admit it, but I really underestimated you."

Thirteen chuckles. "I know. Just goes to show you not to judge someone by their appearance, huh?"

Shoto nods. "Yeah, won't make that mistake again."

"I hope not. Or Aizawa will have to beat it into you later." That's not a joke, Aizawa would find a way to do it for sure. "Although you're not exactly the prodigy we all thought you were."

Shoto's glare falls apart. "What?"

"Yeah, I mean your plan it's so…flawed."

"I know, it's because I didn't know your skills."

"No, not just that." Thirteen's gaze narrows. "Your plan places too much burden on yourself and on Shinso. I mean I get it; you were trying to be considerate to the young lady, but that was the wrong call." Thirteen frowns. "Instead you should have heard her out, listened to her instead."

Shoto frowns concerningly, is that right? Is Thirteen, right?

Thirteen sighs. "Too bad you didn't realize this sooner. Because when I'm done with you, I'm going after her next."

Shoto pauses, his breathing hitching for a moment.

"I'm sorry, but I can't hold back. I'm going to stop you all from passing." Thirteen pokes at their earpiece. "Once One-One has her position pinned, it'll be over. And you all will have failed." Thirteen then eyes the timer from within the helmet. "But then again you still have quite a bit of time remaining so there's still time to turn this around." Their gaze drifts over to the downed Shinso. "Maybe."

Shoto scowls, he hates to admit but Thirteen is right. They can't win with his plan, no, they never stood a chance with his plan. What he needed to do was listen to Yaoyorozu. But…he never gave her the chance to speak.

But is it really too late to make up for it, to fix this, and turn this battle around? Is it too late?

No, it's not.

Shoto's heart burns with determination as he stops circling and stands his ground before the pro hero.

Thirteen comes to a halt, eyeing him as their fingers flex, ready to activate Blackhole in a moment's notice.

Shoto throws his left arm hand down and flames burst forth like a pillar! In response Thirteen's arm springs up but before they can activate their Quirk, bellows of smoke flood the street as Shoto's flames burn away at the asphalt and hedges nearby.

Does he think the smoke will blind them or choke them out? Too bad this helmet is equipped to counteract both. Besides Thirteen still has Blackhole, and so all the smoke is inhaled by Blackhole clearing the view of the damaged street.

But much to Thirteen's surprise, Shoto is nowhere in sight and Shinso appears to have vanished too.

Thirteen lowers their arm, it's very clear Shoto used the smokescreen to grab his partner and flee. A smart move actually, this might just be what they need to reset and rethink their strategy.

Hm, although Thirteen said that they weren't going to hold back, maybe it'd be best if they head towards the gate. This way they can give the teens a chance to regroup and work things out.

But they better get on it, and fast, otherwise time will be up.

"You better hurry kids, you're on the clock."

---

Yaoyorozu tucks her legs into the shadows, holding her breath, and cupping her hand over her mouth to prevent herself from making any noise as much as possible.

^Where is she?^

^Maybe she died.^

^Ms. Yaoyorozu? Dead? No, I don't think so.^

^It could happen.^

*Bring!* ^Oh, we're getting a message from Thirteen.^

^What do they want now?^

^They want us to meet back up.^

Yaoyorozu hesitantly peeks out from between the fake trashcans and she nearly sighs out loud as she watches One-One scurry away in the opposite direction. Looks like she finally lost him, what a relief.

Thank goodness finally she can collect her thoughts, the worries and panic have been swirling in her head, they still do but at least now she can at least try to collect herself.

But it's a losing fight as her worries come back in full force. 'What do I do now? Do I find the gate? Do I look for Todoroki and Shinso? What happened to them? Were they captured? Should I make something to help me look? What should I do?!'

"Yaoyorozu!"

Yaoyorozu's eyes snap up and there just down the street is Todoroki and he has Shinso's arm slung over his shoulder as he drags him along.

"Todoroki!" In a panic Yaoyorozu rushes to their side! "What happened?!"

Shinso stares, groaning in pain. "We got our asses handed to us."

Yaoyorozu gasps at all the scrapes and bruises Shinso's collected. "Are you alright?!"

Shoto nods. "He woke up a little bit ago, Thirteen did a real good number on him though."

Yaoyorozu eyes begin to water. "I'm so so-"

"We should hide." Shinso interrupts, wheezing as he catches his breath. "Before Thirteen or that metal volleyball comes looking for us."

Todoroki eyes a nearby faux house. "This way."

Yaoyorozu flings Shinso's other arm around her shoulder, and together both her and Shoto carry Shinso into the fake house.

Thankfully the door was unlocked although there isn't anything within the house: no furniture, no pictures, not even manikins to replicate people. Even so this is still a good enough spot to reevaluate and regroup.

They set Shinso down using the wall closest to the door as a back rest.

Shoto drops him arm gently. "How you feeling?"

Shinso groans holding his head. "My head's pounding, but I think I'll be alright in a few minutes." He just needs his second wind is all.

"Good."

As they each begin to sit down and settle in Shoto's eyes drift over to Yaoyorozu who has fallen silent and sorrowful once again. In that moment Thirteen's words play through his mind, "'Instead you should have heard her out, listened to her instead.'"

Shoto frowns. 'Now that I think about it, she looked like she had something to say.'

Meanwhile, Yaoyorozu's own turmoil swirls within her mind once again, laughing her. 'What do I do? We're running out of time; half-the time has probably already gone by. What do we do? Go after Thirteen? Head for the gate? What's the right call?!'

"Yaoyorozu."

She snaps out of the trance, her attention now on the dual-haired teen.

Shoto looks her right in the eye and asks with full confidence. "You've got a plan, don't you?"

She gasps. No, of course she doesn't!

Shoto frowns, shaking his head regretfully. "I'm sorry. I should've asked before, and not told either of you what to do. But you have an idea, right?"

Yaoyorozu looks away unable to meet his own gaze. "Your plan didn't work, so there's no way mine will be any good. We're all gonna fail."

The three go quite unsure how to respond to Yaoyorozu's clear inner dilemma that is now pouring out for them all to see. And so they sit in silence unsure of what to do or say for a few brief moments.

Finally, Shinso tucks his mouth behind his scarf and whispers. "No, we won't."

The other two slowly peer at him, neither one showing a clear reaction. Instead they give the moment to speak his mind.

"I know I just got here, and I had a lot of assumptions about all of you." He recalls his so-called declaration of war he gave to Class 1-A. But he specifically remembers his opinion of the class: that they were egotistical jerks that happened to be born lucky. "I thought you all were just no good jackasses that were blessed with such amazing powers. I thought, hey, these bastards don't know a damn thing about hard work or failure."

Yaoyorozu frowns. "Shinso…"

"But I know that I was completely off base. I was wrong." He looks to his teammates. "We've all worked way too hard to get here, and I'm not about to let any of us throw in the towel."

"Shinso…"

Shoto nods. "He's right. We can still pass; we can beat Thirteen."

Yaoyorozu shakes her head in desperation. "How? Nothing we come up with will work."

"You're Half right." Shoto gets up and peers down at Shinso. "Nothing we come up with will," He then turns toward her. "But what you come up with will work."

Yaoyorozu has to disagree, there's no way whatever she thinks up will ever work.

"Yaoyorozu!"

That grabs her attention as Shoto looks her right in the eye.

"I'm sayin that you're the one who's better at this kinda stuff, not me. Do you remember? When we were voting for class rep, you had two votes."

Yaoyorozu eyes Shoto warily. What is he…?

"One of those votes was mine."

Her eyes widen in surprise!

"I voted for you, because I thought you would be best at leading our class."

Is that true? It…it must be. She did have two votes and that second vote was…Todoroki?

Oh, god, she…she can't believe her ears. The student she thought was superior to her, views her as more capable. And if Todoroki has this much confidence in her, then…maybe she can…

Tears prick at her eyes, but Yaoyorozu stays strong, willing them back. 'I'm pathetic, but maybe…' No, not maybe, She can if Todoroki is willing to give her a chance than she has to be willing too. "We can't afford to throw all our hard work away. Not like this."

Shoto nods in agreement, and Shinso snickers behind his scarf.

Yaoyorozu can still feel her doubts weighing her down, but she can push through it, if not for her sake than for theirs. "First, what do we know about our opponent." That was their first mistake last time, a lack of knowledge and severe underestimation of skills.

Shinso goes first. "Thirteen's fast, too fast, surprisingly. This arena is perfect for them, they can use the walls, roofs, and poles to jump around like an acrobat."

"Then there's Blackhole." adds Shoto "With that none of our ranged attacks will even land." Not his fire or ice or anything she makes will even get close enough to Thirteen thanks to that Quirk.

Shinso however has a point to make. "I don't think Thirteen will use Blackhole if we're too close. That much I did pickup when we were fighting." Otherwise he's be missing an arm, or worse.

"But there's a problem with that too." Shoto frowns his eyebrows furrowing in frustration. "Thirteen's suit, it can absorb almost any physical attack from a kick or punch to even my ice attacks." Like that ice pillar attack or when Shinso delivered a few strikes. "To top it all off, that suit can apparently resist extreme temperatures." Meaning even if Shoto gets an opening neither his flames nor his ice would do much, at least the ice could hold them in place but with their speed there has been no such luck.

Yaoyorozu frowns taking in all this new information. "And of course Thirteen's not alone. One-One's fast too, and although it's not dangerous in and of itself, it can alert Thirteen of our location."

"Not dangerous?" Shinso scoffs. "Thirteen used that thing like a freaking dodgeball to attack us! Trust me it's definitely something to look out for."

Yaoyorozu frowns, cupping her chin. "You're right. I even got a hit on it, but it didn't do a thing. Whatever it's made out of, it's strong."

Shoto leans back. "So, if we want to win. We have to slow Thirteen down, remove the bot, somehow get around that dang suit, and make this a close quarters fight."

Shinso snickers. "Easy enough."

Shoto frowns, not appreciating his sarcasm.

Yaoyorozu however cares to disagree. "It is."

Shinso, surprisingly, whips around in surprise. "Really?"

Shoto smiles. "You have an idea?"

"Yes, I do." Yaoyorozu frowns. "At least in part: I think I know how we can slow Thirteen down and remove One-One. I even think I know how we can make this a close quarters fight."

Shoto frowns. "Okay, but what about the suit?"

Shinso lights up as an exciting thought crosses his mind! "How about a sword?!"

Shoto raises an eyebrow. "Really?"

Shinso shrugs, giving him a sheepish grin. "What? She can make anything and last I checked a sword was made for slicing. Also, it'd be really badass." That is a valid point.

Yaoyorozu chuckles. "Maybe, but we have another issue." She frowns becoming serious. "I have no idea what Thirteen's suit is made out of. If I make a sword or a spear or anything out of the wrong material it might not even tear through." Not to mention most metals are heavy especially when wielding a sword. They need something light enough for them to move in quickly while also strong enough to tear through the suit.

'Wait.' Inspiration strikes as Yaoyorozu scrambles for her belt.

She finds what she's looking for and soon she pulls out a little notebook, the same one she showed to the Midoriyas the other day.

##########(Flashback)#########

Yaoyorozu was scribbling into said notebook the same night of the Parent's Day. Her desk is full of ripped pages with only the lamp of her desk providing any light to her overly luxurious room. The sun had settled a long time ago but after her talk with Mr. Midoriya, she couldn't hold off on this any longer.

And so she had spent hours filling through her notes, taking out anything related to Diamondhead's genetic code and organic matter that she had accidentally mixed in with the tissue's chemical formula.

She has to admit it but after editing out much of the unnecessary components she was able to narrow down the actual chemical makeup of the crystal significantly! Although what she has left can still take up a large position of any notebook.

And now she spent the next hours of the night going over the notes over and over again, polishing them up as well as studying every detail, trying to commit each thing to memory as much as she could.

"Ah, this isn't right." Looks like she missed more of Diamondhead's chemical makeup.

She starts erasing it out before her pencil slowly comes to a stop as something dawns on her.

"Curious. Midoriya's DNA is entwined with the crystals, that in itself is a very interesting phenomenon." That gets the gears turning as she stares up into space.

And then a small yet almost exciting idea begins to form in her head.

"What if…I entwine my own chemical makeup?" Yeah, what if she could mix her own essence into the crystal just like Diamondhead does? Or at least a portion of it. "I wonder what kind of effects that would have?"

It's not like she knows what she'll do with the crystal as of this moment, but the possibilities are too tempting to ignore.

Yaoyorozu swivels her chair around and slides down the long desk to a microscope and various other chemical-related machines and tools. She grabs a microscope slide and a little needle, giving her finger a little prick and allowing a drop of blood to land on the slide.

She eyes her blood nervously yet excitedly. 'I don't need to break it all down, just enough to work with. For now at least.'

And so from then on, after each day of testing and studying Yaoyorozu always returns to her work, editing away at her notes.

And by the night just before the Practical Exam she had all she needed.

########(End Flashback)#######

Yaoyorozu eyes her notes with an excited grin. With this she might be able to pull this off and lead her teammates to victory.

The two boys' heads tilt to the side. "Yaoyorozu?"

She throws her hands forward and several little devices popout. "These will do for now, but I'm going to need time."

Shoto grabs one of the little devices, examining it curiously. "You have a plan?"

"Yes!" She grins. "I've got a plan."

Shinso grins. "Well, let's hear it."

"Gladly. But we have to be quick." She grips the notebook tightly. "If we're to succeed I'm going to need some time."

---

Thirteen stands atop a rooftop, it's been awhile since Shoto and Shinso made their escape but there's been no sign of any of them. They have to come this way; the gate is just a few blocks behind them so if they want to pass, they'll have to come here.

"One-One? Are you seeing anything?"

Standing atop a tall electrical pole is One-One who is scanning the horizon for any movement. ^Not a thing!^

^I wonder if a fall from this height could kill me.^

Thirteen doesn't like this. Did those kids give up? No, but if they don't make a move soon their time will be up, and it'll all be over for them. They'll fail.

^Hey what's that?^

^Probably just a bird.^

Thirteen takes a look themselves, curious as to what kind of bird it is. Their eyes widen as a grenade-like device flies through the air right towards their little buddy!

"One-One!"

^What…?!^

As the grenade-like device flies through the air it begins to glow and glow until an electromagnetic pulse bursts out and swallows up One-One!

Thirteen cries out as the little droid tumbles down the electrical poll! "One-One! Are you okay?!"

One-One stumbles to his feet before wobbling around. ^I-I-I'mm f-ffine,fff-fr-friend…^ One-One's eyes glitch in and out until he flips to his side as if he passed out.

"One-One!" Thirteen's eyes are wide in shock as One-One's body twitches and sparks. "Was that…an EMP?" It had to be, and if that's the case…then that means- "Woah!"

A massive icicle crashes into the roof, sending Thirteen barreling out of the way, catching themselves on a tree branch before flinging themselves down to the ground.

Shinso's voice snickers from behind. "Didn't see that coming did ya?"

Thirteen bites their lip as they spin around to find Shinso lashing out his Binding Cloth at them!

Thirteen glares as they use their arm to shield themselves, allowing the scarf to wrap around their arm. 'Shinso, you already tried this.'

Thirteen grips the binding cloth but before they can pull, their footing is pulled out right from under them! 'What?!' As they fall Thirteen notices that the other end of the Binding Cloth is wrapped around their leg. 'Well played.' That first attack was a feint.

"Got ya now!" Shinso pounces, throwing his leg up to deliver a downward kick!

"Not yet!" Thirteen kicks their feet, spinning their body, breaking free of the Binding Cloth before throwing themselves to the side.

Shinso's foot slams into the ground, completely missing its target.

Thirteen smiles. "Nice try, that was a step in the right direction though."

Shinso scowls throwing his Binding Cloth forward.

Thirteen leans back allowing the cloth to fly on by just past their head. "Missed me!"

"Wasn't aiming for you." Shinso pulls back hard on the scarf.

And a trash can slams into Thirteen from behind! "Gah!"

Thirteen stumbles forward, losing their balance. Seeing an opening Shinso charges forward, before dropping and sliding across the ground delivering a slide tackle that knocks Thirteen onto their face!

Shinso spins around, throwing himself into a squatting position. "Todoroki!"

"Right!" Down the road Shoto pops out and slams his foot down!

An ice trail crashes forward as a result, racing forward like a wildfire that's aimed right at the downed hero!

'Shit!' Thirteen shoves themselves off the ground, swinging their hand up above their head, readying themselves for impact!

But the ice trail misses nearly scrapping the pro hero as the ice wall crashes past their left side!

'What?!'

Suddenly a second ice trail crashes past their right side, too!

Thirteen steps back from the second ice trail only for their back to press against the first ice wall. Peering up large icicles have them barricaded in, like a rat trapped under frozen bars.

Thirteen gasps, there's nowhere to run except forward; where a dual-haired teen stands ready like a guard dog of ice and fire. They're trapped!

Shinso smirks just before one last ice trail crashes forward, straight for the trapped Thirteen!

"Blackhole!" Thirteen thrusts their hand forward, allowing their Quirk to disintegrate the incoming attack!

Thirteen stands their ground as the ice trail continues to crash forward, thank goodness for Blackhole otherwise it'll all be over already! But Thirteen's nervous, these kids are up to something they can feel it. But what?

Eventually the ice trail comes to halt, and Thirteen cancels out Blackhole. Looking around they frown not only are they pinned from both sides but now a massive ice wall blocks the way forward. Creating a large triangular prison around Thirteen with icicles trapping them in from above.

"No use in staying here." Thirteen thrusts their hands to each side, ready to activate Blackhole! "Now to escape-Gah?!"

Everything moves in slow motion for the hero, as something crashes in from above, landing just behind them!

"Ah!" Pure instinct forces Thirteen to dive forward!

*SWISH!*

Something sharp slices right through the arm of Thirteen's suit! Exposing their left hand!

"NO!" What was that?! Nothing can just tear through their suit; it was specially made! Not only that but… "Without my suit I-"

"Can't properly control your Quirk."

Thirteen bites their lip, spinning round to face their newest foe.

Momo Yaoyorozu stands before them, looking rather exhausted but determined all at once. "I knew it. Your suit not only protects you, but it helps you direct your Quirk." Yaoyorozu turns to face her foe. "Am I right?"

Thirteen's glare hardens. "Y-yes." Thirteen gazes down at their exposed hand, it's rather slim especially compared to the bulky suit, especially with the thin sleeve wrapped snug around their slender arm and hand. 'It's true, Blackhole is one of the deadliest Quirks around. Without my suit I'll turn almost anything around me into dust!' Not that they'd use Blackhole with a student standing do close though,

"I knew it." Yaoyorozu stands tall. "That means I can beat you, Thirteen!" Yaoyorozu thrusts her newest weapon forward in a display of strength. "Rahh!" She charges, throwing the weapon back!

"Ahh!" Thirteen throws themselves to the side and just in time as the shining blade just barely scratches their helmet. 'Wait, is that…?'

Yaoyorozu rushes past, she stops her breathing labored as exhaustion begins to creep in.

Thirteen growls. "Where did you get that?!"

"Ha." Yaoyorozu grins back at the pro hero. "You like it? I made it myself with a little help from Midoriya!" Yaoyorozu spins around, holding her weapon at the ready, the sun glimmers and shines off the pristine blade adding to its mystic and ferocity. "Say hello to my Zircon Blade!"

The Zircon Blade is as it sounds a blade, specifically a jian-like sword with a 31-inch-long blade. The blade itself appears to be made out of the same crystals as Diamondhead, cut so thinly that one might think they'd cut themselves just by looking at it. Its hilt is long and colored an onyx-black with a round guard surrounding the original shard gifted by Diamondhead, lined by an elegantly designed cross guard.

Thirteen raises an eyebrow. "A sword…really?" That seems so cliché.

Yaoyorozu shrugs sheepishly. "It was Shinso's idea. Also, he came up with the name."

As he had put it: "'Trademark Hitoshi Shinso.'"

"Ah, makes sense."

"Thirteen." Yaoyorozu spins the blade in her hand, demonstrating that those fencing lessons weren't a waste of time, as she thrusts her hand forward. "Prepare yourself."

Thirteen glares back at her. "Bring it."

"Rah!" Yaoyorozu charges swinging the Zircon Blade forward.

Thirteen swings their body to the side, with such limited space it's all they can do as the blade nearly scrapes past the belly of their suit.

Yaoyorozu smirks as the blade suddenly shifts! The blade expands several inches as an axe-like structure ejects out from the side, gashing through Thirteen's suit like paper!

"What?!" Thirteen leaps back but the axe's edge hooks to the suit ripping it away and exposing their rather slim yet athletic body that's lined in a black almost high-tech zero-suit! "No!"

"Heyah!" Yaoyorozu spins, swinging the Zircon Blade around.

As she spins the crystals shift and come together at the top forming a diamond mace that smashes into Thirteen's helmet!

"Gah!" Thirteen cries out, as art of their helmet scatters and breaks away.

Thirteen collapse, shaking their head, the intact part of their helmet facing Yaoyorozu as they go down. "How did you-"

"Do that?" Yaoyorozu takes a heavy breath as she shows off her blade. "I got the idea from Mr. Midoriya. He told me that Midoriya's Diamondhead's form has its DNA intertwined with the crystal. So, I thought I could do the same."

She holds the blade up and Thirteen watches as the blade shifts becoming wider with jagged edges. The crystals shift again, the blade elongating and curving until it forms a katana.

Yaoyorozu smiles at the blade, admiring its versatility and power. It took her a while to make and due to the complexity of its molecular structure it really took a toll on her body. She could feel her fat reserves depleting drastically as she made it. By the time it was complete she didn't have the strength to make more, but the results were worth it. A side effect of adding her DNA means the crystals react to her Quirk. Although the crystal lacks lipids it can shift and change shape to her will, almost like it's an added extension of her Creation Quirk.

Thirteen shakes their head in disbelief before breaking out into a fit of laughter. "Haha. Haha! Haha! Hahahahaha!"

Yaoyorozu backs away, nervously, why are they laughing?

A grinning Thirteen turns their head to face Yaoyorozu.

Yaoyorozu nearly gasps as her eyes lock with Thirteen's exposed eye. That last strike had exposed part of…the woman's face.

"Sheesh, you kids just keep on surprising me." Thirteen gets up and tears off the helmet.

The woman shakes their head, their short locks, cut in a pixie-cut, ruffle in the air. The woman's features are soft, and their eyes are a lot smaller especially when compared to the eye silhouettes the helmet produces. "Midoriya, Uraraka, you…you all are just like mystery boxes." The woman tears away their compromised hero costume. "Always showing off something new."

Yaoyorozu can't take her eyes off them, she never actually realized what gender Thirteen even was! Thirteen's short but slim with an athletic build. They're adorning a black-colored zero-suit! With black shorts around their waist, and their signature yellow shoes around their feet. Thirteen takes her last remaining glove and shoves it over their right hand. And of course their ankles and wrists are weighed down by multiple Ultra-compressed weights.

---

"Wait…"Ochaco and Izuku stare off into space, their eyes unmoving from Thirteen's form.

Ochaco's brain is fried, as it finally dawns on her. "Now that I think about it…we never actually knew if Thirteen was a girl or boy."

Izuku nods, it somehow never crossed his mind. He then starts and a light blush forms on his cheeks as he realizes that a woman was watching him work out for months and he didn't even know it!

Oh, god, he so wishes he could curl up in a hole and die from embarrassment!

Aizawa raises an eyebrow at them, wondering what could possibly be the problem.

Recovery Girl, however, snickers at their expressions finding it all rather amusing.

---

"So many surprises, but I got my surprises too." Thirteen places a hand on their hip, smirking at Yaoyorozu's surprised expression. "Just watch and learn."

Thirteen rushes Yaoyorozu moving far more swiftly without that bulky suit weighing them down.

Yaoyorozu barely fends them off, raising the sword that expands becoming a make-shift shield that intercept a high jump kick from Thirteen!

Thirteen leaps down and pounces forward delivering a sucker punch to Yaoyorozu's mid-section!

"Ooff!" Yaoyorozu reels back, sweat forming on her brow as her breathing becomes even more labored.

She snarls as the blade shifts, bends, and grows becoming a full on long-sword that she swings around with full force! The blade breaks apart, a thin cord linking each part of the blade together as it lashes out like some sort of metal whip!

Thirteen leaps and cartwheels themself up and over the whipping blade!

The serpentine blade slams into the ice trail, getting stuck in the process.

Yaoyorozu tugs hard, releasing the blade as Thirteen rushes her. As the blade returns, Thirteen delivers swift jabs to Yaoyorozu's side, before they slams their hand down on the girl's wrist, breaking her grip and forcing her to drop her weapon. Thirteen spins and delivers a roundhouse kick right into Yaoyorozu's head!

"Gah!" And Yaoyorozu goes down hard, her head pounding with pain!

She struggles to pick herself up, but it's too much for her as exhaustion begins to finally take its hold over her.

Thirteen looms over the inexperienced fighter with poise and confidence. "Did you really think you could take me one on one?"

Yaoyorozu shakes her head between heavy breaths. "No…I…didn't." Despite the sweat, burning lungs, and aching body Yaoyorozu smirks up at Thirteen. "And…that was…the plan."

Thirteen's eyes widen. "What…?"

"Yaoyorozu!"

Flames erupt from the opposite end of the ice wall, Yaoyorozu grabs her head, pressing it against the ground as the flames rage over her head! The raging inferno rushes forward right for an unprepared Thirteen!

"YEAAAA!" Thirteen cries out as the force of the flames launch them backwards!

Thank goodness her zero-suit can take flames just as well as their hero costume, but the pressure of the attack is far too great!

"Shinso!" The flames disperse, almost as if they're being shoved aside as Shinso bursts through them like a demon!

Shinso lashes out with his Binding Cloth, it wraps Thirteen's midsection binding their arms against their side! "Get over here!"

Payback's a bitch as Shinso pulls back hard and Thirteen is thrusted forward!

"Todoroki!"

Thirteen is helpless, the kids too close for them to use Blackhole, as they're thrusted right towards the dual-haired teen. Just as they're about to slam into him, Shoto unleashes a burst of frozen ice right from the ground. The ice engulfs the woman's entire lower half, freezing them in place.

A smiling Yaoyorozu uses her Zircon Blade as a support to get herself off the ground. "We win."

Thirteen chuckles as the countdown blares in the background, these kids did pass and in the nick of time too. "Now that was impressive."

In the background One-One stumbles and wobbles about, trying to regain his balance. ^M-Mmost iiimpresive!^ And down he goes again, his legs twitching as his inner circuits try to recover after the EMP.

Yaoyorozu smiles on, tears pricking her eyes. "I…we did it…" Her eyes widen, her pupils fading out and all before she passes out into a slump on the ground.

Her teammates and Thirteen cry out in worry! "Yaoyorozu?!"

---

"I should smack you all!" Recovery Girl is steaming mad, shaking her cane in the air as she tends to Yaoyorozu's head, bandaging it up.

"Especially you, dearie." She huffs down at Yaoyorozu. "You pushed yourself too far." She eyes the Kiran Blade sitting nearby. "Whatever that material is, it put too much strain on your body. Your nutrition levels and fat reserves are far too low and with you exerting yourself out there." She shakes her head not even wanting to think about the consequences to the girl's overall health. "You're lucky the damage wasn't any worse, do something like this again and the damage might be life threatening."

Her teammates sit nearby, Shoto starts in his seat. "Life threatening?"

"Yes." Recovery Girl nods. "Ms. Yaoyorozu's Quirk relies on her own fat reserves and nutrient levels in order to produce any items. But those crystals and whatnot take up far too much, more so than she can actually provide even with its rather small size."

Must be a consequence of such a complex and complicated molecular structure not to mention adding in the components of one's own DNA. It's nothing short of genius actually, especially when you consider she was able to throw it together, albeit in ten minutes or so.

Someone else chuckles from the nearby bed. "Yeah, but it sure was cool."

Recovery Girl scowls at her co-worker. "Oh, hush you."

A patched up Thirteen sits up in their bed, grinning like a goofball. "Sorry but come on. That sword is hella cool."

"See!" Shinso springs out of his seat! "I called it!"

Thirteen burst out laughing! "Haha!"

Yaoyorozu struggles to laugh, but soon she ends up coughing and wheezing, her strength and energy levels are still nowhere where they need to be.

Shoto frowns as he stands beside her bed.

Yaoyorozu turns to look up at him, curious as to what he needs. "Todoroki?"

He peers down at her, his gaze soft and proud all at once. "It went exactly according to your plan. Nice job."

Yaoyorozu frowns, turning her head away. "Honestly, it shouldn't have worked out." She chokes back a sob. "I was totally outmatched, I should have had all of us take them on at once, rather than be a lone distraction. Not to mention they still ended up being far faster without the suit than with it. Also…" Her gaze falls. "If they were a real villain, they would have used their Quirk, Blackhole, regardless if we are students. In all we shouldn't have won."

Thirteen shakes their head, a soft smile grazing their lips. "Don't think that for a second. Sure I was the one that said to think of us as villains. And yeah, we'll try to act the part, but I'm still your teacher." So of course they're not going to try and outright kill them! That'd be a lawsuit waiting to happen! Also they care too much to even attempt such a thing.

Thirteen leans over the side, giving the young woman a bright supportive grin. "And as your teacher I want to see my students succeed. And Yaoyorozu you did that today. You went beyond and really showed everyone that you have what it takes to be a real hero."

Tears prick at Yaoyorozu's eyes, she tries to blink them away but it's no good.

"And promise me, promise me you won't ever doubt yourself again."

"I…I…" Momo looks Thirteen right in the eyes, her soul burning with newly regained confidence. "I promise." She'll become a confident hero that'll make them proud!

And Thirteen has no doubt about that either. "At a girl."

Recovery Girl smiles on as do the boys they have a lot to be proud of today. They each improved and grew and took another step forward towards their futures. And the crystal sword sitting beside Momo's bed is a clear indication of that.

---

Aizawa eyes the monitor as the end of the match replays before his eyes once again.

He sighs almost like he's exhausted even though he was only a spectator. 'Well done you three. You all may have had a shaky start but you all persevered.'

That said he will have to deduct points for how much time they wasted, seriously they nearly ran out the clock at the end. Guess that's just proof that they still need to improve, but there'll be plenty of time for that during the summer.

Ochaco's grin stretches from ear to ear, as he hops in place. "Way to go guys! Did you see that, Deku?! She used that Diamondhead crystal to make a sword! A freaking sword! So cool!"

Izuku nods his eyes glued to the screen.

"I'm fired up now!" Ochaco thrusts her fist into the air. "Look out All Might cause we're coming for ya! Haha!

Izuku's fists clench at his side, his emerald eyes locking onto the screen. A silent inferno begins to swirl within him as the next match begins. The pounding of his heart drums in his ears as the next matches go by and with each one is another minute closer to his own. To his own match against the Number One Hero, the Symbol of Peace. Against…

"All Might…"

---

There you have it that was the start of the Practical Exam Arc! Although the end of it will occur in the next chapter. Yeah so if you couldn't tell, I didn't really want to sit down and write out each and every match for each and every student. It would have been too much and would really slow things down. So I kept most of the matches the exact same, minus the ones I listed out. I told myself that these Exams shouldn't take longer than 2 chapters hence why several teams have 3 people rather than 2. Plus that doesn't seem like a hard and fast rule, I mean some of you guys thought Izuku should take the test alone, so. Whatever.

Anyway next time we'll be having Izuku, Ochaco, and Bakugou vs. All Might! And oh boy I am dying to show you guys what'll happen!

That said I may take longer for this chapter. I want to make sure I get it right, so I need to take my time with it, so I probably won't have it ready any time next week.

*Fun fact my original idea for this chapter (Ch.42) was to have Eraserhead fight Shoto, Momo, and Shinso rather than Thirteen. But there was a problem, the problem being it would have been the exact same events as the anime: just add in Shinso in the background and throw in a crystal sword and that'd be it. So after talking it out, I swapped Aizawa for Thirteen, which I thought was fun because I was able to be a lot more creative. But I hope it wasn't a deal breaker for some of you guys. I at least hope it was fun.

*Also I thought it was a good way to finally address Thirteen's gender and why I was referring to them as they for so long. The reason I was referring to Thirteen as "they" rather than him or her was because when I started writing her gender had yet to be revealed. There wasn't even a clue as to what she really looked like, but there's confirmation now. So I went with it and from now on I will be using "she/her" for Thirteen. That said we still don't know what she completely looks like, but whatever.

**This is CreateGunner1209 after Ch.43 was posted. I wanted to add that yes Thirteen is female I will continue to use the pronouns "they/them/their" for Thirteen. If you don't like it, leave review or something. That'll be fun to see how others react to it.

*Finally, what did you guys think of Momo Yaoyorozu's Zircon Blade? Is it cool? Too much? Too little? Underwhelming? Please let me know. To be honest when I had Diamondhead give Momo that crystal, at the time, I had no idea what I was actually going to do with it. But somehow, I came to the idea of a shape shifting sword? Huh? I think it's cool but what do you guys think?

And if it isn't enough, well I think other ideas could potentially play out later on throughout the story as part of her character development. But the Zircon Blade will have to do for now.

Responses for "Guest" reviewers from Ch.41:

Shark: Loved this chapter and like I said before that volcano is gonna erupt and I feel sorry for whomever is near. Also I feel bad for the whole Izuku and Hisashi parent situation. I see both sides and why either would be upset. Also what made you decide to have Hisashi and Endeavor be friends at one point? If you get to endeavor being the number 1 hero I'm assuming Hisasi will play somewhat of a role in his transformation? Take care

CreateGunner1209: It sure is and you should. And I have an idea on how to resolve Izuku and Hisahsi's relationship as well, and I think it's both clever and will be a lot of fun too.

Good question, I don;t remember when I came up with the idea but I know I liked it. I think because I made Hiashi a Plumber who trained at U.A. I thought that hey he must know other pro heroes but who would be in his class at the time? And Endeavor was an option and I went with it. Plus I thought it would sort of reflect Izuku's and Bakugou's relationship sort of or at least Izuku and Henzu. And Yes, I don't have the full details but I have a general idea on how

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Guest: Aww here comes Aunt Mitsuki being a good good friend to Inko and Izuku. Hell even Katsuki was glaring look at him being defensive of his former victim. On a side note with all these reveals do u ever plan to reveal Bakugou and Izuku's past because if you are im all for it!

And frankly now that Tensei and Fuyumi have met I need them to start dating the reaction between Shoto and Tenya sounds wonderful.

And looks like All Mights done F CKED UP!

I love All Might in the series and this story but oh I can't wait to see this come back to bite him. I legit hope after Izuku explodes on him Ochako finds out why which leads to yet another confrontation.

Seriously he tells Izuku he can't be a hero and when he shows the ability he thinks he's in the pocket of a villain. That has to be a major break to ones mental health which your clearly showing and I love it.

I'm legit hoping that when the "egg" cracks and Ochako meets the past users Nana tells her to punch Toshinori in the face for her. Or better yet his remnants of OFA start acting up showing its disappointment in him.

Anyways I can't wait!

CreateGunner1209: Sort-of, I'm sort of leaning towards following how the manga/anime goes about it. Plus Izuku sort-of got his revenge on Bakugou already during the Battle Training. Besides I cut out that horrible "suicide" line anyway.

Haha, one of my editors warned me someone would say that about Tensei and Fuyumi.

I'm glad you're loving where things are heading. Like I mentioned before I'm going to take my time with the next one, I need to get it right that's for sure.

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Deadcool14: Holy shit dude. I thought this was gonna be a fun episode but then wow I did not expect punch to the gut at the end, bravo sir, bravo *claps* I can't wait for the next one.

Shame that you didn't add Kirishima's parents, it would've been awesome if you gave him two moms, which most of the fandom seems to agree is canon, which I support.

Is Dagon gonna show up?

Also I can totally see where you're going with this, and when Izuku faces All Might, I assume he's gonna tell him something, right?

CreateGunner1209: Thanks it's the whole reason I did it! I knew it would be the perfect way to segway into this arc.

You know one of my editors mentioned that too, about Kirishima. I legit forgot to add it in, sorry. Because I agree with that too.

No, I have no plans for Dagon. I never really enjoyed what he had to offer, and the final battle was sort-of anticlimactic to me anyway. Besides this story is already going to be jam packed with stuff that some things have to be left behind.

Perhaps, it might not be what you think though. Guess you'll have to find out next time

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Recentreader325: Nice chapter! I feel kind of bad for Izuku in this. Right now he's in inner turmoil that his father is back and deep down he's not entirely sure his idol sees him as a hero.

I just hope izuku can overcome this because he might fail the finals at this rate.

So will class 1-A eventually learn about aliens and the Omnitrix as well? Will any of them join the Plumbers as cadets?

Speaking of the Plumbers will any of the Ben 10 characters join the Japanese like Pateliday, the small aliens like Blukic and Driba and Jerry from inhuman resources.

I was also thinking that there should be a Frogs of War arc too. It'll take place during the second hero work studies which is a span of four months before the Paranormal liberation war. The world would eventually learn that aliens are living among them and work together to defeat against the Incursans.

CreateGunner1209: Thanks, and yeah Izuku is certainly having a hard time but if I know our broccoli boy he'll manage to pull through. I'm sure.

Eventually and in due time will they find out. Will they join the Plumbers…? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Yes, more Plumbers are on the way. Trust me patient will pay off greatly

I did consider a Frogs Of Wars arc, but I kinda want to do the DNAliens and Highbreed instead. That said there are elements of the Frogs Of Wars that I might try to use here and there. Maybe

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Masterchief5555: It was a great chapter, but Mitsuki Bakugou is a hypocrite: Who is she to critized Hisashi while she let Bakugou be a piece of shit for 11 years (He told Deku to kill himself); If she realy is against his behavior, Kacchan would've changed to better way back in childhood

CreateGunner1209: Fair point, but there are a lot of cases where parents are unaware of their children's actions. Also in this story Bakugou never told Deku to kill himself, seriously in Ch.1 Henzu interrupts before it even goes there.

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Guest: If there is one ship that is obvious it is izuchako, they are already best friends and have chemistry together. I can see them as a couple and they already have a solid base to build on. But I do agree that it should be way ahead in the story.

CreateGunner1209: Thanks for the review, and yeah I agree if I do a ship it has to be later. If though, going the ship route kinda scares me since the fandom can be real toxic about that stuff. Plus I'm not sure a ship would even add anything or push the plot forward

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Guest: How strong is Four Arms in fic? Four Arms is a personal favorite of mine and i think he should have a moment in the spotlight :)

CreateGunner1209: I wanna say about as strong if not weaker than Muscular. Sorry but I nerfed the alien's strength in favor of raising tension in the story. Otherwise Izuku would be winning every single fight, all the time, no sweat.

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Lautaro94: Izuku *doesn't win*

Ben 10 fans: *pushes anime glasses* actually

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No but really what would be the point? Izuku has won plenty of battles is not like he loses everything (this fact already makes it more realistic that many Ben 10 fics). The sports festival was a clean victory anyone telling you otherwise didn't read it..

CreateGunner1209: Thank you! Thank you for understanding! This was really nice to hear.

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Guest: Something tells me that the minute Vilgax enters the scene is when untold truths will be all revealed. Seeing that Vilgax is stronger than All Might and All for One. Like there is no way that Class 1-A or any other heroes at UA will not ask questions about the invader an Midoriya himself. How do you plan on introducing him? Other than that, good chapter and I can't wait.

CreateGunner1209: Perhaps I have a plan (mostly) how I want things to play out. And sorry but I'm not comfortable with answering that because that goes into heavy spoilage which I'm against. Sorry

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Guest: When do you usually upload a chapter? Does it vary?

CreateGunner1209: I try to upload once a week but it depends on how long the chapter is and how much I can work on it per day. The average seems to be a week and a half or so. And usually on a work day rather than the weekend (the weekend is usually when I can work on it the most).

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Guest: Is it possible that if Izuku trains his body that his transformations will get stronger? Even though how each transformation is supposed to be considered the apex of his species relative to the age. Like Deku is as strong as 15 year old Tetramand can be. But if he trains, he should be able to surpass that right? If so, then he should train his human form a lot more. Especially physically.

CreateGunner1209: It is. Heck I actually established that back in the starting chapters on the beach with Thirteen, I think or it was with Aizawa and the Assessment tests. But yeah if Deku trains his body that training expands to the aliens and vice versa. But that only translates to physical power not: freeze breath, flames, etc.

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Guest: I honestly love how you've made me frustrated with All Might at his behavior towards Deku. Although what he went through with All for One was traumatic and all it still doesn't excuse how he treated Deku like a suspect. If there was a chance that Deku was lying and did get it from All for One(which he didn't), he just made the situation worse without thinking to deep on it. I really do hope the Deku can lay one in him and that All Might is firmly reprimanded. In fact this relationship is like in this other MHA fanfic called Powerless. You should check it out.

CreateGunner1209: Good, that is what i was aiming for :) And I think it's believable since All Might isn't exactly known for his tactfulness or subtlety. He's a punch it first and ask question later type of guy. And when he does think things through, it's not exactly…perfect. Also I have seen Powerless (I'm like way behind on it though). But some inspiration might have been from there

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Guest: I think it would be fun if you incorporated Princess Looma with Bakugou (and eventually Deku) getting engaged to her

CreateGunner1209: You are not the first person to say that. But we'll see so far I've been kinda against filler chapters especially after what just happened with Ch.40.

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Atom king: Well this is surprising chapter it's parents Day and who came with Izuku is his dad Hisashi I like this chapter I think this chapter is new favorite chapter cause of all the interactions with parents of the class with each other and their kids . Now the most interesting parts are with Hisashi the part with Mitsuki, endeavor and All might, with mitsuki they're talk about the whole situation of Izuku being without his father around and how it effected Izuku, i like it it's shows that there no easy fix to their relationship that it's going take while before things really patched up between them.

With endeavor I love it with how Hisashi used to be friends with endeavor since middle School but now they are like total strangers, I assume that Hisashi knows what endeavor did to his family, what happen to Rei , I like how Fuyumi calls him uncle, I could sense that hate they have towards one other now I would like to see a flashback of their falling out like Hisashi calling endeavor out and punching him in his face that would be great to see.

Now with All might with asking a bit too personal questions to Hisashi about him and Izuku but I like how Hisashi is able to throw All might into a loop about" one man army" if anything this is just going to fuel the fire so to speak of All might suspicions, now Hisashi knows that All might is suspicious about him again I really can't for All might reaction to everything that's going on.

I like the reference towards other comics like marvel, DC and the TMNT with the theories on where quirks came from.

Minas mother I have to why is she in winter clothes is she like the aliens Kraaho where they're use to extreme hot temperature but on earth it's like in low temperature to them?

Now the final part of the chapter with Izuku and All might talking and I have to say All might has really drop the ball on this one cause thanks to him Izuku now has possibly reach a new low level of low self-esteem with him thinking he's worthless in his personal hero eyes and new found anger can't wait to see happens in the next chapter with Izuku like he starts to get rid of his All might collectibles and memorabilia or something like that I'm just excited to see what happens next can't wait.

CreateGunner1209: Thanks I thought it was well done too. And yeah the character interactions were a lot of fun and great to boot!

Hisashi does know more than he's letting on, that's for sure. And there will be a time to visit those stories but on a later date. When they'll be needed more.

Haha, I knew the references would be fun!

As for Mrs. Ashido… Guess we'll find out later ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

Finally, yeah, Izuku did remove his collectables! It's happened!

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Guest: I have a couple questions and things to show you:

begin with, admit that there are some topics that you have probably already answered or that you have already talked about with someone, but I admit that those maybe I decided to skip them because they didn't matter much to me at the time, now it does matter to me they went through my head, What are you going to do with the character of Eon? are you going to add it or not and if you are adding exactly what do you plan to do with him?

you going to use albedo? and if you are going to use him, how will he's appearance be? I'm sure at first he's obviously going to be an exact copy of Izuku, but then he's going to stay like that, like an exact copy of Izuku? or like in the original series he will end up with white hair and red eyes in order to differentiate them.

Mann, make that character appear and possibly make her like Izuku. It would be fun and hilarious for an alien girl to flirt with Izuku while Ochako gets angry about it while she unknowingly gets jealous of the girl.

for "My Hero Academia: Rise of Ben 10, Book 1" by Misaka_Omnitrix.

for "kiji by lei lei", I think it would be interesting for your multiverse story

for "uravity by onughost", The uraraka suit is basically the same as the one in the original story but with that disc of hers on the back, well the uraraka suit is cute but I don't think it's made for physical combat I think she could use a new suit, thinking more on agility and close combat.

7. are you going to do the episode of "Big Fat Alien Wedding"? I hope so, it would be very funny that the plumbers have to organize the first official marriage between an alien and a human, but they need officers to be able to make sure that everything goes well, but as they are short of staff on earth then they ask Deku and ochaco for help for a task but they think it is some important mission, it is actually going to look for clothes and things for the wedding?

Deku and Uraraka's pets be ship and zed? I see them wanting to have an alien pet when they have the opportunity, Deku saving zed because he will save anyone and uraraka because ship is adorable

9.I know you said you were not going to use transformations from 5 years later, but what about other characters like Lula or Gotro, i can imagine izuku and uraraka being friends with those two, Lula holds a deep insecurity over her speed, due to the Citrakayah race often being considered inferior to the Kinecelerans (something that izuku can related to, making him want to support her) and it would be funny to see izuku and uraraka have to deal with a smart-mouthed slacker Galvanic Mechamorph, you can make meet each other when they go to plumers academy (it would also be a way for izuku to get fasttrack and upgrade).

i think you said you wanted to partner izuku with rook, but you didn't know who to partner uraraka with, well about kolar the blue tetramand, it was never reveal what his crime was, ben and the others were 16-17 when he apeard, izuku and uraraka are 14-16 i think having uraraka as a partner would help prevent whatever his crime was.

CreateGunner1209: It's no problem, I'm more than happy to answer these as best as I can. Thank you for taking the time to read my story and write a review.

1. Eon will sort-of appear. What i mean is that if you read the "Special Announcements" I state that i wanna do a spin off where Professor Paradox and everything related to alternate time lines and timetravel will occur and that includes Eon. I have several ideas for him, but in truth the spin-off will be more for fun and Eon will be used mostly as a reason for Izuku to travel from time to time period or universe to universe.

2. I want to. And if I do I kinda want to give him a different look, but it depends so I haven't been sold on an apaprenace yet. it's either white hair with red. Or he's the Villain AU Deku we always see in fan-art: you know he wears a suit and has a knife and stuff.

3. Yes she is set to make an appearance. But unfortunately, Ochaco won't actually be around when it occurs sorry to say. And there is a reason why she isn't there but I don't want to spoil much about it

4. I will

5. Maybe I'll check it out, but I don't think I wanna include other fanfics into the spin-off. Because then I'll get hundred of people begging me to crossover with them and I don't want to be that guy and tell them no because of whatever reason.

6. I'll take a look

7. No, I considered it but I'm not going to go with it.

8. No. Ship is going to someone else and Zed. Well first we got to get Khyber into this story and then I'll figure out Zed. That said a lot of people have been asking me to give Izuku/Ochaco a droid (specifically BB-8) so we'll see what happens.

9. I have no idea who those are. Besides I already have ways for Izuku to get both aliens.

10. Hm, maybe. I don't know. Someone else brought something else to my attention relating to Ochaco and all the space stuff and I kinda like it. Also Ben and the others don't exist in this universe anyway so that doesn't even matter

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Guest: Soooo it's nice that Mitsuki is being a good friend with the whole Hisashi situation but I can't help but wonder why she can't reign in her son and his bullying

Which let's be honest he still kinda does

CreateGunner1209: Fair point, but there are a lot of cases where parents are unaware of their children's actions.

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Guest: I really hope that Deku's resentment of All-Might gets resolved in the "Final Exams Arc" because it's starting to make him unlikable, Deku having issues with Hisashi make perfect sense and you've been handling that complex relationship very well but Deku's reasons for disliking All-Might are just petty. I mean this is the same kid who still tries to be friends with Bakugou of all people, I think he'll cut the Number One Hero some slack for making one mistake that he has already apologized for.

I don't mean to be harsh but you have turned one of the best relationship in MHA into one of the worst.

CreateGunner1209: I get that that's why I hope to have it all played out soon. Also in this story Izuku isn't trying to be friend with Bakugou anymore. Heck he doesn't refer to him as Kacchan not unless something emotional or life threatening occurs.

Also that was kinda the point of me doing this. Gotta shake things up somehow, throw in drama somehow, and Izuku and All Might's relationship was the way to go.

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Guest: So mina mom is alien, all might make things worst for midoriya relationship for him and midoriya dad know endeavor and his family and I did not see that coming, this chapter is surprise, creative and getting dark more please!

CreateGunner1209: Thank you for the amazing review. I really liked the chapter too because a lot of it will play out later on in the story.

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Paradox: Another fantastic chapter. Really making me feel things for these characters. Also the seeds for future plot points. Cannot wait to see what comes next, feels like Izuku is reaching a tipping point at this rate, but the build up is fantastic

CreateGunner1209: Thanks! And I'm so glad I could evoke emotions from you guys, I didn't think I could do it. And yeah a lot of seed for future stuff too!

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Guest: I just have this feeling that during the exam, Izuku is may, shall we say "erupt", and just let it out as possibly one of his strongest aliens. If it does happen, I wonder if it shows how powerful these aliens are when they are put to it. By the way, great job on this chapter. Can't wait to see what happens next!

CreateGunner1209: "Search your feelings, you know this to be true." - Star Wars.

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BenTenSurge: Are you sure Henzo doesn't have 11 aliens? I'm pretty sure he also has Diamondhead in his mix. Henzo's reason for touching the watch again was because he saw that Deku had a new alien and got pissed about it. Btw did you see reboot ben's new alien Surge?

CreateGunner1209: Yes he does, sorry I realized my mistake after I posted. My bad. And No. I don't watch the reboot, remember?

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BenTenSurge: Yeah I found the chapter and the tv tropes page and its 11 aliens plus human for Henzo's amalgam form.

Species: Human (formerly), 1/12 Human, 1/12 Conductoid, 1/12 Kineceleran, 1/12 Galvan, 1/12 Tetramand, 1/12 Splixson, 1/12 Piscciss Volann, 1/12 Geochelone Aerio, 1/12 Orishan, 1/12 Biosovortian, 1/12 Nosedeenian, 1/12 Petrosapien (currently)

CreateGunner1209: Yeah that's how I remembered it too. Sorry I didn't check before I posted.

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Guest: If you going to put midoriya and bakugo against all might I going see how it goes will they pass or failed will they let their anger get the best of them and their a hint arc about when all might say about future and you know I mean race against time

CreateGunner1209: Stay tuned for next time I suppose

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Guest: I really liked this chapter I thought parents day was a great idea and I liked how you described all of their parents and I feel like there's going to be a payoff with Mina's mom also how you made kaminari mom thundershock I do believe in that theory I like the references you made to the flash the X-Men the humans especially TMNT I thought the interaction between all my and cinder was really good and the confrontation between endeavor and cinder was amazing the conversation between izuku and all might was very interesting at this moment I am very concern for izuku's mental state at this moment and I can't wait to see where it goes

CreateGunner1209: Thanks I thought so too, glad several readers suggested it. Because I knew it would be the perfect way to lead into the exams, introduce new characters, have some fun scenes, and set up future plot points.

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guest: This chapter was pretty good. I want to ask you about the family relationship of characters, the relationship between Decu and All Might, Marvel, DC Comics, Ninja Turtles, and so this story, is henzu probably a villain forever? I don't think it's good for him to be an ally. Already joined the union, and the characteristics are quite similar to Bakugou, do you have any plans to include episodes similar to Ben 10000 episodes? In the future, it would be okay for uraraka to be cynical, deku to use clockwork to bring uraraka back to the beginning, encourage himself in the past, and when deku and all Might reconcile, why don't we name atomix's lethal move from NUCLEAR WINNER to Manhattan Smash? Are you going to equip aliens with support items like fourarms air force gloves, rapjaws respirators? Is the next alien to be released from the final exam rath? Bakugou and all Might will be very if you can add cybertronian (transformer) form? All the characters will be quite surprised. And does all for one, monoma's power apply to aliens?

CreateGunner1209: I have plans for Henzu and that's as much that I'm willing to say on the matter.

As for Ben 10,000 stuff…no but I might change my mind when I get to the spin-off. Sorry but all time travel stuff will stay there, mostly. I might have Prof. paradox pop in from time to time but who knows?

Manhattan Smash isn't bad, but I'll keep Nuclear Winner and come up with another way to use Manhattan Smash.

No the Omnitrix aliens will not have support gear.

No Rath is not going to appear during the exams. He's on the way, and I mean that. As in…sooner than I originally planned.

Also I will not be doing OC aliens or fanart aliens or aythign that didn't physically appear in the Ben Ten episodes. This has been stated many many times by now.

As for Monoma…I'd say no. Because he duplicates Quirk Factors something aliens don't have.

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Kingzilla: What was the deal with Mina's mom? I was so confused, was she supposed to be some kind of reference? Is she an alien in disguise? Is Mina actually half alien?

CreateGunner1209: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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Jakesurfboy: Excellent work with the chapter, the whole parents day idea was good but what I really loved about this chapter were the adult histories, like Enji and Hisashi and Mitsukis anger on Hisashi that was interesting to me. Also the idea that Fuymui calls Hisashi uncle was unexpected but not bad either. Overall I'm looking forward to see how Izuku and his dad overcome their problems and see where this all leads them. Side note poor Kaminari and Jirou with the embrassing parents that was honestly funny

CreateGunner1209: I'm glad I loved writing those up for you guys because I knew they'd pay off. I have an idea on how it's resolved for Izuku and Hiashi, it's a bit of a roundabout way but I think it'll also work out really well.

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Guest: hey this is the reviewer who suggested that izuku could have won the training exercise by having the omnitrix save him with a energy pulse while i know the exercise was not a real life or death deal but the omnitrix have twice shown that it does not need the user in a life or death deal at the moment to use the energy pulse since both vilgax and Kevin were not trying to kill ben when they try to take the omnitrix and when i made the suggestion i was picturing izuku holding his arms up to shield himself and when kacchan about to blast him and thus about to blast the omnitrix that when the energy pulse saves him so with that out of the way here are my problems with this chapter first up the whole izuku father and all might issues, i don't want to be mean or rude (as i really enjoy your story) is becoming is less engaging and actually more annoying to be honest with izuku being angsty feeling too force even for a teenager so i hope your set ups with him will pay off and lastly and this is my BIGGEST complaint OF ALL this chapter (get ready I'm about to go on a rant)the bakugos being HYPOCRITE! bakugo mom judging izuku's dad for being a bad father and not being around for his son while she and her husband were around BUT their son is an A HOLE! AND A BULLY WHO BULLEID HER "BEST FRIEND"'S SON! FOR 10 YEARS! the moment she told izuku if he wants she could beat a lesson to his dad i thought "that was BS when was that offer when her son was BULLYING HIM SINCE CHILDHOOD COME ON!" and kacchan why are you acting angry at the dad YOUR THE ONE WHO TORMENTED IZUKU! I ACTUALLY WANT F#CK THESE TWO UP SO MUCH RIGHT NOW AND WHY IS IZUKU'S DAD GETTING MUCH SH#T RIGHT NOW HE SAVES COUNTLESS LIVES GIVE HIM A BREAK!( Ok rant over) sorry about that i didn't mean to come across so harsh or judgmental there I'm just letting my thoughts and some frustrations out, again I'm not judging you like a hard a## critic I'm just letting some pent up feelings of frustrations and indignation on izuku's dad treatment, izuku being angsty lately and the bakugo making me want to punch their teeth in, you know avoiding panting up your feelings are good for you so i hope izuku does learn that lesson too, so that it i guess I'm really sorry for making this WAY to long since i want to get everything out before it's too late but none the less your still good writer and i am still enjoying this story (though i think your better at action story than you are on drama story) i hope you have a good day and good luck with this story.

CreateGunner1209: In all fairness, they may not have been trying to kill Ben but that was never a guarantee so it was still life threatening. Plus that was a threatening situation for the Omnitrix itself. Besides like I said I was mentally done with the chapter anyway so i wouldn't get hung up on it.

Also fair point, but there are a lot of cases where parents are unaware of their children's actions. Also in this story Bakugou never told Deku to kill himself, seriously in Ch.1 Henzu interrupts before it even goes there. Also it's good to rant every now and then, to get things out of your system.

And yeah I do agree Izuku's too angsty as of late but I hope that soon after this arc and another chapter or two we can get back to the normal Izuku again. Thanks for the review and I hope you enjoyed the newest chapter too.

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Guest: Should Mitsuki be the one chew Hisashi out about causing trouble for his family especially when a large part of Izuku's suffering was b/c of her son? Does she know about it and doesn't say anything or is she oblivious to it? Feels like it should be addressed. But her pep talk with Hisashi was heartwarming and was the highlight of this chapter. You are doing great with handling relationships and character issues.

What about Enji's and Hisashi's relationship? Was it like Henzu and Izuku?

Also nice Five Nights at Freddy's reference.

CreateGunner1209: Fair point, but there are a lot of cases where parents are unaware of their children's actions. But I'm glad you still enjoyed the chapter, especially the character interactions. As for Enji and Hisahsi, believe it or not but they were actually on good terms with each other. Like if they didn't have a falling out, Izuku would have been referring to Endeavor as Uncle Enji.

Also what Five Nights at Freddy's reference? ಠ_ಠ

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Dreadbot: I love this chapter and I think you're doing a really great job I love the Easter eggs you had in it and I love all the interactions everybody had with each other I have a question what do you think hisashi voice sounds like I think he sounds sort of like making fillion tell me what you think I'm very curious please keep writing

CreateGunner1209: Thanks I love the Easter Eggs too! Do you mean Nathan Fillion? And I can see it. But in truth I don't really have a voice in mind for him. I'm not good at that kinda stuff. Sorry

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Guest: The Omnitrix usually provides equipment that is essential for each species to survive, utilize their abilities or both. Like Goop and NRG for example. Do you think that for the recalibrated Omnitrix that Ripjaws has a water tank over his gills that allows him to survive on land? Cause it makes sense for him not to have one because the first Omnitrix is very incomplete.

CreateGunner1209: True but then why didn't the Omnitrix in the Ben Ten series do that for Ripjaws? I guess because the writers/cartoonists forgot about that detail. Honestly there are way too many inconsistencies in Ben Ten so much so you just have to roll with it.

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Guest: It's said that Methanosians(Swampfire) mature in 16 years. So when Izuku gets Swampfire around this time will he gain this form? Or what I'm asking, will you include this in the story. As of now, Izuku is 15 going on 16 during the provisional exam.

CreateGunner1209: He will eventually I want him to have the first form for a while first. But Swampfire won't be for a while so I'm just going to bend that "maturity" rule.

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Guest: Wait, is Mina's mom a Kraaho? That would make her half-alien like Ester.

I am rather curious about what will happen next with Deku and All Might. Honestly, it's quite interesting to see All Might in this new light b/c it's still the same All Might but his traits that we often love in canon are put more negative way. This is deconstruction of his paragon status which reminds of Superman from the Justice League cartoon. I really wonder how it turn out and what consequences will he have deal. Making these characters more flawed is a nice touch and makes them more human and further emphasizing no one is perfect and I really hope they find a to correct these flaws.

CreateGunner1209: ¯\_( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)_/¯

Actually I love that cartoon and I know exactly what you're talking about. And I'm so glad I could make All Might a negative point, at least for now, because that is what I was going for. Anyway we'll see how it all plays out next time.

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Guest: Think we could get a chapter where Izuku undergoes physical and Plumber training? Ben around his age went through that as well and it kinda makes sense for him to keep him well rounded. The training could help in preparation for the exams or something.

CreateGunner1209: Too late about the before the exams part. But I hear you and I have been thinking about it. I might have something in the works where this can sort-of play out.

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Guest: Great chapter. I love the tension building between All Might and Deku. I bet the rage boiling in Deku is gonna show in the final exam and he'll fight him head with Four Arms (after all Four Arms when angry is an entire different beast).

CreateGunner1209: Thanks! I'm so glad I could build the tension so well this time!

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Guest: You should adapt "Don't Drink the Water" it would be funny see 4 year deku with the Omnitrix

CreateGunner1209: I considered it but the issue is that it involves the Fountain of Youth…in Florida, US. Not Japan. But then I remembered that Eri is a character so we'll see. If anything I might throw that into the spin-off.

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Don: Disregarding the prototype Omnitrix and the Ultimatrix, the watch always seemed to give Ben not the alien he wanted but the one he needed. Basically telling him to get creative and to maximize the potential of each of his forms. There were sometimes that the official one did that from time to time, but there are two theories to that. One, much how Ben adapts to the Omnitrix the Omnitrix adapts to Ben. Much how it knows him better than himself, that he is capable of making smart choices and dumb ones. Which is why it would select the wrong one. Another theory would be that he doesn't get addicted to using the same transformations over and over again. This is possibly a safeguard that was implemented by Azmuth due to what happened with Feedback. So the Omnitrix understood that to prevent this, it needed select an alien at random to diversify Ben and keep all his transformations in constant use. Just wanted to share this.

CreateGunner1209: I believe it's: "how it knows him better than himself, that he is capable of making smart choices and dumb ones".

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Guest: So where will this "new summer arc " fit into the actual story of MHA? And just how will you tackle the Ghostfreak situation? I'm very curious but not curious to the point I can't wait. Great Story.

CreateGunner1209: It will all play out and transition into the I-Island stuff. I'm going to bend the timeline and say that I-Island occurs right before the Forest Training Camp. And the arc itself will probably span about a week or 2 in the MHA timeline. It doesn;t really matter, what does it what will I do with this original arc ( ✧≖ ͜ʖ≖)

As for Ghostfreak…I'm not saying! I will not break, not now nor ever! Many have tried and many have failed to do so!

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Guest: With time. Deku and Hisahi's relationship will rekindle. I don't blame either them for how things turned out for the both. Really interested on your take on how it will be fixed. But Deku and All Might...

I wouldn't be surprised if he joins the side of villains just to spite All Might. And if he has to face All Might in the exam, then he might be at risk of failure. Only the best surgery and all the healing Quirks that the world has to offer may barely be enough to repair this relationship.

All these things bombarded at him will just set him up for future failure. I just hope that he makes it out with his sanity intact.

CreateGunner1209: It will and I hope to do it sooner rather than later.

I wouldn't go that far, no way izuku will join the villains. At least not in this timeline. Anyway I hope I can deliver next time.

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Guest: This could be a problem for Uraraka

/EJPG-UgF90U

CreateGunner1209: I think I already have several ways to get around this. Besides I wouldn't even bother thinking about right now if I were you since it's sooooooo far into the future from now. Also be careful about spoilers please.

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Guest: Are you planning on giving Izuku a new alien from Omniverse anytime soon? Right now, you've been giving him new forms from the original series, alien force, and Ultimate alien. So far, you only have Feedback unlocked for him. Buzzshock does not count by the way. That alien was technically introduced in the Original series, even though it was Ben's future self who used it. Buzzshock was suppose to have made his appearance in Ultimate alien, but it never happened. I know Omniverse may have not have been the best series, but it introduced some pretty cool aliens like Gravattack and Atomix.

P.S.

Are you going to give Heatblast the spotlight in action soon? He hardly got into any action ever since his debut in this story. Don't get me wrong, the way you introduced him in his battle against Todoroki was excellent, but the battle felt way too short.

CreateGunner1209: Yes I do planning on adding an alien from Omniverse relatively soon. And yeah Buzzshock doesn't count. And I agree I like a lot of those aliens from Omniverse: Astrodactyl, Feedback, Gravattack, Crashhopper, etc.

P.S. Yes I do realize Heatblast hasn't seen much action. I might try to do something for him during the summer but I'm still working out those details.

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Guest: Me sorprendiste, con los cameos de elementos de Star Wars, y ahora con elementos de Marvel y DC, no paras de sorprender, y eso es bueno..

Qué sigue, un cameo de Predator?

Si vamos a volvernos locos , hay que hacerlo bien, ¿cierto?

Ya es tú decisión, suerte con tu historia.

CreateGunner1209: I try my best. Also…maybe ( ‾ʖ̫‾)

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HeroStan: Have you had the chance to read chapter 304 of the manga yet. It's made me really worried for the Uraraka in your fan fiction and now I feel sad. Unless you plan to retcon it for the fic, I wouldn't though cause it might make a good plot point in the future of your story and something alien technology or knowledge can fix.

CreateGunner1209: Yes I did after it got spoiled. And I wouldn't worry i already had serval ideas on how to get around this anyway.

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Guest: So uh... that new My Hero chapter. Guess Deku really was the best candidate for One for All

CreateGunner1209: Yes, yes he was. Now people cans top saying Mirio should have gotten it. (Well they'll still say it but now the argument is weaker).

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Guest: /7uHmIjC9w64

CreateGunner1209: He's not. Does that theory have merit? I would argue yes. But it's not him. There's no way MHA would go the time travel route, it's not that kind of series.

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Guest: You ever see Ratchet and Clank? They interesting alien world and characters that could make cameos in this story. Especially their spaceships.

CreateGunner1209: Nope, sorry. I can at least do some research though.

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Guest: You know it would be interesting to see more Plumbers going on missions and saving the day. I mean Thirteen, Nezu, and One-One have way less screen time and I'd like to see them in action and doing jobs.

CreateGunner1209: It would wouldn't it… I at least hope this chapter was somewhat able to make up for that.

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Weeld: I loved every second I spent reading this, it was a good chapter to start setting the stage for what is to come and also a good way to calm things down a little while giving a beautiful character evolution for Izuku. However, I am extremely happy to have delayed my review, especially now with the bombastic revelation in chapter 304 of My Hero Academia. Be careful what is down here if you haven't read the last chapter yet.

-ESPOILER ALERT-

HOLY SHIT, one for all not only kills its user if it is born with a quirk, but it also only shows its true power if the user is Quirkless, I didn't expect this one, but now that it has been revealed, it couldn't have been more obvious . The revelation that the 4th died because of one for all caught me completely off guard.

Now, I wonder how you are going to work with this, one for all is killing Ochako and nobody knows, much faster than they killed the 4th since she's the 9th user. Good luck with that, keep up the good work.

CreateGunner1209: Thanks for the review! I'm glad you loved it so much!

Also thank you (not sarcasm) for giving me a spoiler warning, I mean I read the chapter days before this but it was really appreciated. And I think i have several ways to get around it. But then again I won't make it there for a very long and I mean long time anyway.

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Guest: Man thank god All Might didn't touch the watch. Imagine what sort of Alien Deku would've gotten

CreateGunner1209: I can imagine it.

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guest: In the latest mha chapter, it has been confirmed that if the ofa is inherited by the quirk user, it will kill the person, and if the deku gets alien x, it can be eliminated.

CreateGunner1209: Perhaps that is an option. But again we're a long time (years) away from that.

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Guest: Mate we got a long one so buckle we are doing both chapters 45 and 46 so let's begin.

Chapter 45: know that it's not worst thing in the world I mean it is like a good tv show sure it is good but it will always have

CreateGunner1209: Thanks for the review. Also did your original review get cut off or something? Because it wasn't as long as you probably thought it was.

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Guest: Chapter 45 is a decent chapter with good relevant plot points.

46 parents day was good but I think we can all agree the elephant in the room is All might and believe me I get he just want to relieve his concerns but it did come across as offensive even if he did had the best intentions.

CreateGunner1209: Thanks for the review.

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Guest: Okay, someone mentioned how Hisahi should be the one who gets to fight Deku in his Exams and I think that is a great idea. So I felt I should reiterate it so that the idea can become a reality. Not only will it resolve some of the tension between them, but it can somehow give a challenge for Deku. Hisashi has spent an entire decade fighting aliens across the galaxy. Maybe more. The fact that he knows how to exploit weaknesses of the various species in Deku's Omnitrix will definitely give him a run for his money. I would like to see that as much as All Might taking on Deku.

CreateGunner1209: If you wanted it to occur you probably should have said something like 3 days ago. Sorry, but I don't hate the idea. I might be able to work something in. there is one thing I wanna incorporate later so I might be able to do it. But no promises. That said it would not be such an emotional rollercoaster though, by then their relationship would be off the rocks.

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Guest:Izuku has every right to be mad at All Might. I know All Might doesn't mean it, but he hardly did anything to support Deku so far in the story. All Might was his number one idol, yet he hasn't given Izuku advise on how to be the best hero. I know that it's because he's a crappy teacher. Everyone that Izuku knows has supported him to his path of being a hero. Eraser Head, Gang Orca, Gran Torino, Nezu, Thirteen, and even several of his classmates had helped him by giving him advice, working alongside him, or giving words of encouragement to move forward. All Might is the only one who hasn't done any of those.

Even though Uraraka told Deku the truth about one for all and told All Might about it, she's still left in the dark about what All Might said to Izuku. I wonder how Uraraka is going to react when she learns about it. Will she also mad at All Might for crushing his dreams and thinking that Izuku is connected to AFO?

Also, I find it a bit hypocritical on what All Might said when he talked to Hisashi. He claims that he doesn't judge people based on their quirks but instead on how they use it, yet he was assuming Midoriya is a pawn to AFO because of his supposed "quirk". I don't know how Izuku is going to forgive All Might as a simple apology from him is not going to cut it.

CreateGunner1209: Thanks for the in-depth review and analysis :) And yes it is hypocritical of All Might and he certainly hasn't pushed Izuku forward. I don't want that to be the case forever though but it will take some time for that to fully play out