Well, the election happened.
Things may look grim, but it's in these times that we must band together and help one another. You are not alone in all of this.
In the coming years, remember to vote in your local elections, as they will help affect changes in smaller areas. With enough, we can create a bulwark against the Republican Federal Government.
Let's continue to do our best in the face of it all, and not give in to despair and hopelessness. That is what the Republicans want us to do, and our hope is the one thing that they cannot take away from us.
So fight. Give them hell. Look out for yourselves, and each other.
Come what may, we shall survive this.
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A few days later, All Might called together a small meeting before he had to attend something.
"Midoriya said something about a new power getting unlocked during the events of the raid...luckily, I've already been doing plenty of research into the past users." All Might explained. "With some help."
Kylie set down a stack of papers on the table. "We've been very busy."
"Woah." Momo said, eying the stack of papers. "Is that all the info you have on the previous users?"
"Yeeeep. Or, at least, the people we THINK held it." All Might explained. "When I was in the realm of vestiges, I only interacted with my master. And it sounded like she didn't know everyone in there, beyond her own mentor and Lariat."
"Lariat- I can assume that's the wielder of Blackwhip." Iida guessed.
"Bingo." Kylie nodded, presenting a picture of the guy. Ochako blinked- whenever she pictured a wielder of OFA, she imagined a really stoic looking person. This guy just looked goofy.
"Daigoro Banjo..." Ochako read from the name on the bottom.
"That's him." Izuku nodded. "I recognize his face."
"He was the first wielder to be registered as a hero. The others were vigilantes." All Might explained. "Back then, the streets were lawless...around the time when the world finally started to adapt is when All for One lost some sway. But not much."
Izuku read through Banjo's biography. "Specialized in capturing villains, was known for his big mouth and love of pancakes..."
"Sounds like a fun guy." Ochako said.
"He and Nora would get along great," Kylie smirked.
"Was there anyone he was close to? A partner, a mentor?" Izuku asked.
"We're still working on the possible connections there...but we may have an idea on one of the Quirks you've yet to unlock," All Might said.
"One that...I haven't unlocked yet?"
"During the earliest days of All for One's original reign of terror, before we duked it out in what should have been our final fight, there was a vigilante who organized an entire resistance army against him. His name, his face, we couldn't find mention of either anywhere."
"But there was one thing we found. We believe his Quirk was called 'Fa Jin,'" Kylie explained.
"What does it do?" Momo inquired.
"Um...about that..."
"You found nothing on the specifics as well?" Iida asked.
"Exactly," Kylie nodded.
"Fa Jin." Shoto mumbled to himself. "I've heard of that term somewhere…."
"Really?" Izuku asked.
He nodded. "Fa Jin is a term used in Chinese martial arts. It's a technique used to generate and focus force, like the one inch punch."
"Where'd you learn that?" Iida asked.
"Hand to hand combat book." Shoto shrugged.
"Hmmm...so that means it might be some kind of...kinetic energy Quirk? Build up, store it, and release it in one massive attack," Izuku theorized.
"It's possible. The only real question is how that manifests. A lot of Quirks can manipulate kinetic energy for power boosts," Kylie said.
"It...built up in my body." Izuku recalled. "And it could spread through Blackwhip too."
"A dangerous power." All Might said. "I do recall doing something strange against my battle with All for One...I remember repeating a lot of moves on instinct, and then releasing something."
"Repetition...that may be the trigger," Momo suggested.
"Repeating a move over and over again...I was hyperventilating when..." Izuku paused for a moment. "When...when Uraraka died, so...maybe that spread throughout my body."
"Stop saying I died. I came back." Ochako pouted.
"I...don't really think there's another way to say it. Saying you shattered basically means the same thing in context!"
"It's still not really 'death' if I came back."
"We could simply say that that was your...'Goku' moment or 'Superman' moment. You died but came back stronger than ever?" Iida suggested.
"The way Albedo described it, Chromastone was destroyed, so it gave me the closest similar form." Ochako said. "So...I just lost one of my best aliens."
"But gained one of Ben's most well known and strongest. Did he ever tell you the time he beat Vilgax with Diamondhead?" Kylie asked.
"Heard that fight was kinda one sided." Ochako said. "Back to the topic of One for All's quirks...do you have any info on the other ones?"
"Well, there was my master's quirk...Float."
"Float?" Izuku and Ochako asked in sync.
"You mean, he'll be able to fly?" Ochako asked by herself.
"Essentially," All Might answered.
"You have quite the combo platter of powers, Midoriya." Iida said, adjusting his glasses.
"A lot of these powers seem more utility based, however." Momo was sifting through the papers. "The sixth user's quirk, for example...it's called Smokescreen."
"Well that one explains itself," Izuku said, "But you're right. Float, Smokescreen, Blackwhip...mobility, stealth, and capture focused powers."
"Allow me to explain Float." All Might explained. "You'd just be able to levitate- you can't change directions or anything."
"But access to Blackwhip means he can use that power to maneuver around easily." Iida said. "It's like these powers were made for One for All."
"Not exactly," All Might frowned. "These powers weren't 'chosen' or anything like that. They were passed in the heat of battle...before All for One could get to it."
"He's...been chasing the power all this time?" Momo asked.
"He's just as old as quirks themselves." Kylie explained. "He's just been a bastard ever since birth."
"From what he told me, he had it all when he was younger," All Might frowned. "But threw it away to be...this."
"That...that just doesn't make sense. Some people at least have understandable motivations for turning to villainy, like Potential," Ochako said, "Some people are just in it for the money or the thrill...but All for One doesn't come off as a thrillseeker or greedy. He just seems to want...chaos."
"The only person who could answer 'why' is the man himself," Kylie said, "and I doubt anyone would get a straight answer from him."
"What makes a person even go down this path?" Iida asked.
"Sometimes, people just want the worst. It's far easier to be cruel than to be empathetic." All Might said. "They see 'being good' as too much of a hassle. The very essence of being a hero lies in the willingness to put others before oneself, to stand up for what is right, and to help those in need without expecting anything in return. It takes a certain level of selflessness and bravery to be a hero."
"All for One probably saw himself as above that sort of simple morality." Shoto frowned. "He could have been the number one hero in another life..."
"Instead he chose...all this pain. All this suffering..." Izuku sighed.
"Anyone has the potential for evil, Young Midoriya." All Might grimaced. "All it takes is one bad day."
Ochako knew the truth of that. Her earlier example, Potential, was proof of that. He didn't start out as a power-hungry villain, trying to climb the ranks to be a real threat. It was a collection of neglect and manipulation that just built up until one day he just snapped.
"All Might." Shoto said, looking down at his watch. "We're cutting it short, aren't we?"
"Hm?" All Might said. "...OH! Right, yes! We should get to that?"
"What's going on?" Ochako asked.
"Because Aizawa's treating young Eri at the hospital, I'm accompanying Todoroki, Bakugou and Shinsou to the remedial course today." All Might explained.
"Wait, Shinsou? Did he really get approved this early?" Kylie asked. "That kid's the newest addition."
"Yes, but given everything that's happened lately…" All Might began.
"Fair argument I guess. Still..." Kylie sighed.
"Yeah, I think it's too early for him. Like...maybe a few more months in training would do him good." Ochako said.
"Then again, he did hold his own against Mirio a few weeks ago." Izuku said.
"That's partly why he's being fast-tracked as well. He's shown the potential. Besides, it wasn't exactly fair that he was the only member of your class to not take the exam," All Might explained.
"He hadn't even attended a class in the hero course yet, though..." Iida said.
"That's...unfortunately true. But it's like I said, with all the attacks lately, the Safety Commission is...being a bit more lax than usual."
"Seriously? Wonder why..." Kylie said. "Those guys are the biggest sticklers around."
"Who knows..." All Might frowned. "Anyways, we must get going."
"Good luck, Todoroki!" Ochako waved.
Shoto nodded. "Thank you- I trust that this will bring me closer to catching up with all of you..."
Shoto was sort of right.
In a weird, weird way.
He was the only one seated close to All Might, Present Mic and Ren on the bus. Present Mic was the only extrovert amongst the introverted bus. Bakugou and All Might were 'debatable' extroverts.
...I am suffocating in here. Mic thought.
Shinsou sighed as he looked out the window. I was hoping Eraser would be here to see this. For once, he sounded excited about something- his monotone voice went up a few octaves. His eyes darted over to Bakugou, who looked like he was seething.
Oh, right. Him. He's cooled off, but during these days, he's more intense than usual...
The mind-control student sighed and looked away again, his mind jumping back to whatever this remedial course will be. True, he didn't fail the license exam...but he didn't attend at all, one of only two who didn't. Though, he did have to admit, it was surprising to see Shoto of all people taking a remedial course. Shinsou had no idea about the incident during the exam, between U.A's icy-hot hero and Shiketsu's Galeforce.
I just hope I can actually show off my skills here. I've been holding my own pretty good recently- and here's to hoping I can do something. Shinsou thought.
Shoto was also deep in thought. He looked more...upset by something.
...why did he have to come today? Isn't there something Burnin' could bother him about? He thought, closing his eyes.
Much to his own chagrin, his father had decided to come and watch the remedial. It was...weird, seeing Endeavor try to be supportive. It felt almost like stepping into the "uncanny valley." While everything still radiated Endeavor, especially his temper, there was this strange display of support that Shoto doubted extended to his siblings. The silver lining in this situation was that the future Number 1 wasn't on the bus with him.
That would've made Shoto want to just die on the spot. Endeavor would meet the other faculty chaperones there, so at least there wouldn't be too much room for an awkward conversation.
"This is the first time I'll be seeing your father since Kamino." All Might said, "Since he found out I looked like...this."
"How did you hide such a secret for so long?" Shoto asked.
"Honestly, it was just me keeping a low profile. Your father did the hardest part- avoided me for 10 years." All Might said. "I think he doesn't like me."
Shoto raised an eyebrow.
"Kidding, kidding. I know he hates my guts."
"And for the other heroes? The ones that you got along with?" Shoto asked, changing the subject.
"That was a majority of the Outcasts. They were open and accepting about it. The news fell through the cracks a few times here and there, but a lot were open about it too." All Might explained. "Keeping a secret is hard, young Todoroki. I thought I'd take my true form to the grave...along with 'you know what'."
"Hm. I can understand why. ...how long was 'you know who' supposed to keep quiet about it? Five years? Ten?" Shoto asked.
"I didn't give him a time limit. Just told him whenever he thought it was right. But don't tell everyone at once, start small. Like what Uraraka did. Only Iida and Midoriya knew about 'that' before you did," All Might said, tapping his wrist for emphasis.
"Well, I figured it out on my own." Shoto said. "...honestly, I thought Midoriya was your secret love child-"
All Might began to cough and hack at that comment. "Why did I forget you said that!?" All Might coughed, as the bus came to a stop. "O-oh! We're here."
Mic stood up from his seat. "Finally- maybe Shiketsu's teachers will help liven the place up."
"I wonder who they sent over," All Might mused as the bus doors opened.
As All Might approached the door, he saw Inasa standing before the bus. "WOAH! IT'S REALLY HIM!" The boy yelled.
I know this kid- he's the one Star told me about... All Might thought. Shoto cringed.
Oh, come on- why TODAY of all days?
"IT'S AN HONOR TO MEET YOU IN PERSON, SIR!" Inasa bowed, slamming his head into the sidewalk.
"Uh...are you ok?" All Might asked.
"He did that during the licensing exam," Shoto said, "He's fine."
"Oh...uh...just enthusiastic then?"
"VERY, SIR!" Inasa cheered, righting himself.
If someone from Shiketsu is here, that also means-
"MASTER!"
All Might perked up as he saw Star, waving over at him. She was dressed all professional like, wearing something you'd expect to see a teacher wear. It was a good look on her. The star and stripe tie was a nice touch.
"Star! How've they been treating you over at Shiketsu?" All Might smirked.
"Oh fine! Gasmask is still a bit...difficult to approach, but the others are great!" Star beamed.
"I didn't expect to see you today," All Might said. "Is there some sort of joint training going on?"
"Yep! Heads up- one of these kids is...kind of a basket case." Star said.
"That's a bit...rude, don't you think?" All Might crossed his arms, disappointingly.
"Oh, no, trust me...you'll, you'll understand when ya see him."
Out of the bus stepped Kumagawa, in all his...Kumagawa-ness. He adjusted his cap, and made direct eye contact with Bakugou as he got of the UA bus.
「so UA is here today」He hummed. 「and so is he...」
Bakugou turned to meet eyes with Kumagawa. He could feel someone looking at him as he made his way over to the main building and turned to see the screw-summoning student. He raised a brow at that, but shrugged it off for now. He would remember the fact of this kid during the test, just in case it was combat focused.
That kid again. So, he went to Shiketsu after he couldn't cut it at UA. Makes sense... Bakugou thought. He must've flunked the exam in the second half...
「i'm surprised he's still at U.A. i thought he would've expelled for arson by now」 Kumagawa thought to himself.
Bakugou looked behind him. ...He's pissing me off.
「i'm gonna ask about his arm」
"I didn't expect to see you today, honestly." All Might said.
"Actually, I came for a good reason." Star said. "...how are you doing?"
All Might paused. "...I'm doing fine. I wish I just reached out sooner than later…but I know how Sir would want us to smile, even in the wake of his death."
"What about your successor? Heard he was at the Hassaikai raid." Star said.
"Also true. Midoriya's doing good…but we suspect he may have unlocked another power."
"Wow, already? Seems kinda early."
"Which makes me worried."
Star took a deep breath. "You look like you need a coffee."
"As long as it's decaf, sure." All Might chuckled. The two went off to the refreshment areas inside…but were immediately halted by someone inside.
"Didn't know he was gonna be here today." Star said.
Endeavor was standing before the two heroes, looking quite cross as usual. His eyes drifted over to All Might, and his brow furrowed.
"...you." Endeavor said.
"Yeah. Me." All Might said.
Endeavor's gaze went over Star and Stripe. "And you...I believe this is the first time we've met as well."
"Well, isn't this peachy. Number One meeting the new Number One." Star said, walking over to give a nice firm handshake. "Star and Stripe. Call me Star."
Endeavor paused, before returning the handshake. That was a first, All Might noted. Star made sure to squeeze harder than usual, just to tease the guy.
Endeavor clenched his hand a few times after Star released her iron grip. "All Might...thank you for chaperoning Shoto today," He said, not a hint of sarcasm or spite or passive aggressiveness in his voice. "This was a perfect storm, actually...I was just thinking how we need to 'chat' about recent events. Star being here also helps the discussion..."
All Might frowned.
"...I suppose it is time we talked without you being at my throat." All Might said.
Shinsou never interacted with any of the Shiketsu kids when they came over to work on their 'joint training'- he'd usually stick in the back and try to avoid conversations or eye contact. It was hard enough warming up to Class 1-A. Shiketsu was a different beast entirely.
Especially with the high energy kids that contrasted the ragtag group's 'low energy'.
"So! You!" Inasa said, nudging Shinsou as they walked to the locker rooms to change. "I remember you! You're the dude who fought Midoriya in the sports fest!"
"Yeah. That was me." Shinsou huffed. "Shocked people remember me."
"It's so great that you're in the Hero Course now because of that! So why aren't you walking like it?!" Inasa said.
Shinsou frowned. "Because. I'm tired."
"No duh. Those eyebags are totes a dead givesies."
Shinsou had never heard that sort of language before. Like, he understood the words, but it was just so...strange and alien.
"Wow, Camie! So direct!" Inasa said.
Camie...that's the one Izuku said was being weird around him last time. Shoto thought. "She wasn't here with us last time."
"There were some complications last time!" Inasa declared. "And because of Shiketsu's VERY 'lips sealed shut' policy, we can't disclose-"
「a league of villains member replaced her」 Kumagawa said.
"DUDE!" Inasa said.
「what? they asked. don't sugar coat it」 Kumagawa shrugged. 「we're victims」
"Was it by that shapeshifting bitch?" Bakugou asked.
"Yeah, that weirdo must've knocked me out. I feel fine, but like, still! Totes weirdz, yo." Camie said.
The group of boys (minus Kumagawa) stared at Camie.
"How the hell did you NOT realize she was replaced?" Shinsou deadpanned.
"I dunno!" Inasa admitted.
「ua isn't the only school to fall victim to the league, it seems」 Kumagawa stared at Bakugou's arm. 「of course, we came out unscathed...can't say the same for you guys」
Kumagawa gave a nice smile at Bakugou, who looked right through him.
"...go fuck yourself." Bakugou sneered, before walking ahead of the group.
"Yeesh!" Camie said. "I thought he'd unalives you or something, Kumagawa."
"Yeah, dude. Kinda outta line there." Inasa added.
「maybe so」 Kumagawa said. 「but i am curious...it has been a while since i've seen bakugou...」
"That's right, you tried out for UA before Shiketsu." Inasa said. "Did you meet him during the test?"
「yep」 Kumagawa said. 「he hates my guts so much he prevented me from getting any points...but, whatever. its all under the bridge...」
"Evidently not." Shinsou said. "I don't like the guy either, but I wouldn't make light of his limb getting hacked off."
Kumagawa just smiled. 「don't you have your own things to worry about, eraser boy?」
Shinsou glared at Kumagawa. The next time he opens his mouth, I'm gonna brainwash him to run directly into my fist.
"We're holding up the others." Shoto sighed. "Let's go get changed..."
"So, what's your favorite food?" Inasa asked Shoto, as they walked out of the locker room.
"Cold soba noodles." Shoto replied.
"Feh. I'm a hot soba guy, but I'm more team udon." Inasa said.
"I feel like you're trying to really force the friendship, Inasa." Shoto frowned.
"But I feel like we're a little closer now!" Inasa yelled. "Come on, we're gonna be best pals!"
"Then stop forcing it, maybe." Shoto suggested.
Inasa looked hurt for a moment, but then quickly put on a bright smile. "Come on! We've been working together a lot more recently! You have to admit, there's SOMETHING there, right?"
Shoto paused.
"...maybe."
"There we go! We're pals."
"Maybe."
"Absolutely."
"Maybe still means maybe."
"Maybe could also mean yes!"
"Stop talking."
Bakugou was pissed off, listening to this weird unintentional comedy routine. I want to explode the both of them so bad.
「what about you」
Bakugou didn't respond.
「what's your favorite dinner food」
Bakugou stormed out of the locker room, and Kumagawa followed him.
"What, do you have a screw loose or something?" Bakugou snapped.
「people have thrown away their lives for more worthwhile things and you should never forget that」 Kumagawa replied calmly.
Bakugou raised an eyebrow. "...fucking what did you just say to me?"
「i'm saying that maybe your pride is your worst quality. it suffocates all around you, and makes you come off as a huge asshole than a noble hero」 Kumagawa explained.
"There's nothing wrong with being proud," Bakugou retorted.
「but why did such a proud person fail. why did they throw a tantrum for something they excelled in. why do they expect the world to respect something they already know is great」 Kumagawa asked.
Bakugou said nothing.
「ask yourself that question」 Kumagawa said. 「i'm not staying up all night to think on it」
Bakugou glared at Kumagawa, but didn't say anything as he stormed out of the room.
「i don't know what i expected, honestly」Kumagawa sighed, shrugging and shaking his head in disappointment.
As the students made their way down to the rest, the chaperones for the event began making their way up to the seating area.
"Thank God you showed up, Star. I swear, the ride over here was so awkwardly silent, you'd think we were on our way to a funeral or something," Present Mic sighed.
"It couldn't have been that bad, could it?" Star asked.
"No, it was…pretty quiet. I tried to make some conversation, but not with everyone," All Might admitted sheepishly.
"I won't lie, ride over was equally awkward, just for a different reason," Star admitted with a small chuckle.
"That…problem student you mentioned?"
"Well, I never said he was a problem student. He's actually quite well-behaved in classes, but he's…well, how do I put this?" Star wondered, "Self-defeating."
"So, the complete opposite of Bakugou? I can't see those two causing chaos, no, not at all," Mic sighed sarcastically.
"You'll see."
The interior of the arena was like any common sports stadium, with the main "court" set up below the myriad of seats that surrounded it. A group of students, including others who failed the licensing exam such as Haruhi, was gathered down in the court, waiting for the remedial course to begin. Of course, there were plenty of other students that nobody really recognized, including a girl in a full green bodysuit and full face-mask topped with, of all things, a leafy apple stem and a taller guy, a bit lanky, with an almost desperado look to his costume, complete with a dark hat.
"Stupid…zero-g girl and her stupid…gauntlet gun," Haruhi huffed, twirling a ribbon in her hand. The other students were idly talking before everything began in full.
「what a colorful cast of failures」Kumagawa smirked upon seeing the others.
"Hey, c'mon! Give 'em some slack!" Inasa said.
「i will if they actually prove they should have some」
"Al…alright," the familiar, sleepless voice of Mera yawned, "So, this entire sports arena has been rented out for your training today. Apologies for my…ghoulish appearance today. I've actually been terrified of sleeping lately with everything that's happened."
Mera let out a wry laugh at that, and honestly that just made a lot of the other students cringe a bit in sympathy.
"Damn. Relatable," the desperado-like student, a kid named Shinjiro, said.
"Now, today, we're adding two more students to the group, one from U.A and one from Shiketsu. From U.A, we have Hitoshi Shinso," Mera introduced. Shinso didn't say anything and instead just gave a silent wave hello to the other assembled students.
Right before Mera could introduce the second of the new students to join them, a certain someone called out from the stands.
"SHOTO!" Endeavor yelled, "YOU WON'T BE SLOWED BY SOMETHING SO TRIVIAL AS A REMEDIAL! SHOW THESE WEAKLINGS YOUR SUPERIORITY!"
"And this is why I said we should take seats in the back..." All Might muttered to Present Mic, who had just given the former top Pro a cup of hot coffee.
"Yeah, now I get it," Mic added.
"...Bakugou. For once, you have permission to either blast me or him," Shoto said.
"You serious, Icy-Hot?" Bakugou asked.
"Somewhat."
"Hey is that Endeavor?!" one of the students asked in shock.
"The Number 2-er, Number 1 Pro Hero," the girl with the apple-stemmed mask, Ringo, muttered.
"Endeavor..." Inasa muttered, his usually enthusiastic gaze now cold and locked onto the flame hero.
"Is...is that person with him...All Might?" Haruhi asked, a smile forming on her lips.
"Ahem," Mera interrupted the chatter, "As I was saying...from Shiketsu, we have Camie Utsushimi."
"I'm a second year at Shiketsu! Please call me Camie." The girl introduced herself.
"Um...she made it round two, and did well enough to qualify for this course. However, she lost her memories a few days before the test." Mera explained. "Her participation was delayed due to an investigation."
"Still so psyched to get a chance for a redozies! It's totes lit." Camie said, flashing a peace sign.
"...right." Mera said, looking away. "If you would...Gang Orca?"
Gang Orca stepped up, looking very intense as usual. The group of flunkees quickly organized themselves as Orca sneered at them. "So. You punks still haven't learned your lesson? All I see are a sorry bunch of stragglers who failed a simple test..."
The tone of the Pro's voice alone was enough to scare the other students into line, even Haruhi with all her deceptive arrogance. The sharply dressed orca hero held his hands behind his back and inspected the students like a drill sergeant at a boot camp.
"Well that's...a way to kill the mood," Star muttered.
"Don't worry. Orca's a big softie at heart!" Mic assured.
"You know...helping out with this course has taught me something, something about all of you," Orca began, flaring his nostrils, "You know what that is, shrimp?" The word shrimp was directly aimed at Haruhi, sort of a test for her. The ribbon-user said nothing.
"No response? Alright. IT'S THAT ALL OF YOU AREN'T CUT OUT TO BE PLANKTON, MUCH LESS PRO HEROES!" Orca roared, "LOWER THAN FISH CRAP!"
"First off, I'm not crap," Bakugou muttered.
"Oh, don't get me STARTED on you!" Orca turned and locked his gaze on Bakugou, "Are you even TRYING to be a HERO?! You. LACK. DISCIPLINE!" Orca grabbed Bakugou by the shoulders and tossed him aside as if the student was nothing but paper.
"...a big softie, eh?" Star commented.
"Uh...tough love?" Mic shrugged.
Truth be told, I believe him. He's got a soft spot for Mogana. Star smirked.
"HOW'S A PILE OF EXCREMENT GONNA EVER SAVE ANYONE!?" Gang Orca yelled to Shoto.
"Fertilizer indirectly helps people-" Shoto began, but he was swatted away.
"WHAT GOOD CAN YOU DO ON THE BATTLEFIELD!?" Gang Orca yelled to Kumagawa.
「screw people over」 Kumagawa said.
Swatted away.
"YOU WANT A PRIZE BECAUSE YOU CAN FLY!?" Gang Orca yelled to Inasa.
"SIR YES SI-" Inasa yelled.
Swatted away.
"AND YOU!" Gang Orca pointed at Shinsou- and then froze.
Shinsou sighed. "Sorry. You were yelling too loud." He huffed.
"Did...you just use your Quirk on him?" Mera asked, "You know I have your Quirk files on hand..."
"Sorry. Just thought I was gonna go deaf."
"Oh, don't apologize me. Pray he doesn't remember," Mera warned.
"...drink your water." Shinsou said, and Gang Orca did so. He quickly regained consciousness.
"E-eh? What was I-" Gang Orca shook his head. "AH, WHATEVER!"
Shinsou was also swatted away.
"Bakugou, Todoroki, Inasa! You all have combat skills but nothing else!" Gang Orca critiqued, "Disrespecting those you try to save and pounding your chests in some ridiculous superiority contest! That's why you're here!"
「notice how he didn't mention me」 Kumagawa hummed.
Swatted away again.
"AND YOU! You're too much of a downer! You need a serious attitude adjustment!" Gang Orca yelled. "What you all lack...in so many words is heart! When you reach to lend a hand, is anyone gonna be willing to grab it? NO!"
Bakugou grabbed his arm when he heard that.
"It's fine to bare your fangs, but as long as you live and breathe, it's about saving others!" Gang Orca said. "At the very core of being saved is the connection you form with people's hearts! OVERCOME THIS HURDLE IN A DEATH MATCH!"
Gang Orca pointed to a nearby door, which flung open. The others readied for a big fight. Shinsou took a deep breath, and readied his binding cloth...
Only to be let down immediately.
"Not again..." Shinsou groaned.
A small army of children burst through the door and charged towards the hero course students, some even using their Quirks outright to race and fly around the room.
This was their training?