"The aftermath of the cataclysmic battle between All Might and the dreaded All For One has just ended mere minutes ago.", informed a female reporter as she spoke into a mic and looked into the camera, her face and clothing covered in scratches and dirt. "With difficulty, our Symbol of Peace defeated the villain leader and won the fight but the surprising fact was that All Might had a hidden second form, one a complete physical opposite to the man we are accustomed with for years. As of now, U.A student Bakugou Katsuki has been rescued from the clutches of the League of Villains, All For One is being sent to Tartarus and All Might is now being treated for his injuries alongside his fellow heroes and civilians caught in the crossfire, but the wanted villains that All For One guided have unfortunately escaped. We will update you with any developments in the meantime."
It was difficult to look at. Several blocks worth of city wiped out with nothing left behind but a crater with rubble. Hundreds dead and even more injured. Police, paramedics, and pro heroes alike gather at the scene to pick up the pieces of the destructive clash of powers. A battle between the forces of good and evil that shook the Earth both literally and metaphorically.
As the destruction was looked after by others, Pro Heroes Endeavor, Kamui Woods, Gang Orca, Edgeshot and Naomasa discuss what to currently do. "As you all have the ability to still participate, I have currently talked to the chief and he said that it's best that anything worth finding be brought to evidence to further our case here. Kamui Woods, I'd like if you could assist-." The detective's sentence was cut off as his earpiece buzzed as a voice came through. "Naomasa, sir, I think you need to see this. We found something that I believe is pretty damn important...and bring the heroes too."
The concerning last part of the message was clear. "I assume you all heard that?", the living lie detector asked the heroes in front of him. They all nodded in response. Without any other word, the small group marched over the resulting mayhem, stepping over destroyed buildings and debris before finally reaching their destination. A small group of officers alongside two lesser known pro heroes stood atop the remains of the League's hideout. Endeavor, being the man he is, aggressively asked what was of great importance he had to come along. One of the pro heroes, one dressed in a predominantly red and highlighted white suit with boots and large belt spoke out his response. "Apologies, everyone. But we found something that could be of great concern. I'm Pulse, a rescue hero. When I was searching the area for any trapped or injured civilians with my quirk, Sonar, I detected something."
Edgeshot rose a brow. "What exactly?"
"A pulse. But what's strange and concerning is that it's coming from far underground. Deeper than any normal basement level or sewer system network and with it coming from under the warehouse those Nomu things are made from, I made the safest call and had one of the officers contact you all."
Tsukauchi brows furrowed and a frown was cast on his face. This was definitely concerning. Something was being housed underneath Nomu Factory, and whatever it was, it must have been extremely important for All for One to have it so far beneath the surface. It was a gamble but if it was a kidnapped civilian like Bakugo Katsuki? Then they just couldn't leave them down there.
"Is there a way to get to this person?"
Pulse nodded as he explained they found a hidden trapdoor in the foundation of the ruined warehouse Guiding the group over through the now decimated building, the rescue hero moved some small bits of debris to further reveal a steel trapdoor, sealed shut with clamps on three sides. Pulse stepped forward and used his quirk, making a light series of clicking sounds that gently vibrated the ground in front of him. He stopped and looked to heroes and detective. "I've detected a shaft that goes down a few feet before opening up. Beyond that, I'm not sure but the human pulse is further down."
Gang Orca came forward and using his incredible strength, tore off the metal trapdoor with ease. Naomasa looked to the number two hero and asked he go first to act as a source of light. Aggravated that he has to act as a living flashlight when he is so much more, Endeavor begrudgingly walked forward and descended carefully into the unknown darkness.
Leading the group's front, the flame hero and his co-workers walked through the errie and pitch black hallway that seem to wind further down, the only sounds existing being their footsteps and the crackling of Endeavor's flames. The group had just descended down an elevator right after arriving at the bottom of the trapdoor, which led them to their current position. Pulse was just behind Endeavor as he guided them through the abyss. "The heartbeat is getting stronger. Whatever or whoever it is, we're right in front of them right about...now."
The entourage of heroes stopped in front of a massive metal door, the only thing keeping them out from the source of the heartbeat.
"Tch.", the number two hero hissed out in annoyance. Raising his hand up without a second thought, he channeled Hellflame into his palms before firing it in a concentrated stream. Within seconds the doors glowed a menacing red before the completely tired semi liquid, carving a large enough hole for entry. Once the heat died down, the heroes and detective made there way into a large spacious room. It was dark, extremely so, except for the alien green glow of the only object in the area. A cylinder shaped stasis pod pod was anchored to the center of the room, tubes, wires and cables running from atop the whole thing as well as snaked around the base of the pod. A computer screen showed the life signs of whatever was inside, the green line spiking twice every second before flat lining before repeating. The interior of the pod was filled with a green colored liquid, the surface of glass fogged up from the icy chill permeating from within, barely obscuring the dark outline of a human shaped figure.
The pro heroes stood in shock at what was before them. Questions fired off from their thoughts, ranging from what was within? And was it a Nomu? But one question was more pressing than the others; 'Is this thing a threat to us?'
Naomasa walked forward, his gun drawn, as he put his hand against the imposing glass surface. With a quick swipe of his hand, he wiped away the thin layer of fog like frost. The detective swallowed the lump in his throat as he looked through the little window he had made. Careful as he could be, he looked. His eyes widened in shock as he stepped back, almost stumbling to the cold concrete floor.
In concern, Gang Orca asked what he'd seen. The human lie detector quickly turned to the assembly with a face of concern and urgency before shouting, "Get a medical team down here! NOW!"
Pulse made contact with the surface as the other heroes looked to Detective Tsukauchi. While trying to explain what was in the pod, Edgeshot walked closer before wiping away more of the frost, fully revealing what, or more exactly who, was within. Even the ninja themed hero was stunned in temporary dhock before shaking it off. He then spoke loud enough for the others to hear.
"It's a kid…"