Summary
Among the anime industry’s titans is the superhero-centeredMy Hero Academia, following the quirkless protagonist Izuku Midoriya as he inherits the greatest quirk of all fromhis hero and mentor, All Might, in an effort to confront the rising evil within Japan. Spanning nearly a decade,My Hero Academiaand Midoriya’s journey is about to come to a close, with the final battle against Tomura Shigaraki and All For One coming to a head.
Within theMHAuniverse, there have been severalunsung heroeswho have contributed significantly to the proceedings, aiding in the fight against emerging villains and receiving little hype or praise for their actions compared to fan favorites, despite having a positive impact on the epic storyMHAtells.
7Principal Nezu
U.A. High School Principal Who Does His Best To Look After His Students
One of the many overlooked and unsung characters inMHAisPrincipal Nezu, a human with the appearance of an animal. As principal of Japan’s most prestigious superhero school, Nezu does his utmost to support his students and staff, despite the continual attacks on the school and, in particular, Class 1-A. When Class 1-A intends to bring Midoriya back to campus despite civilians being wary of him staying, potentially bringing an unwanted attack, Nezu backs his students in the face of No. 1 hero, Endeavor, showcasing the precautions he took to ensure the U.A. High School campus is safe from potential intruders.
Along with his support for his students, Nezu acts as a sounding board for All Might, acting as one of the select few people to know his secret, even choosing to employ All Might to keep him safe from any further harm.
6Cementoss
Faculty Member Whose Cement Quirk Often Comes In Handy
One of the most underrated faculty members within U.A. High is Ken Ishiyama, otherwise known by his superhero alias,Cementoss. Famed for his cement quirk, which enabled him to rise within the hero structure in Japan,Cementoss has proven his skillin various battles, including the Paranormal Liberation War, where he faced off against the Paranormal Liberation Front and destroyed part of their base of operations using his otherworldly powers.
Taking on dangerous villains such as Geten, Cementoss has demonstrated his adeptness in combat, with his quirk having numerous applications, allowing him to unleash unlimited amounts of creativity.
5Momo Yaoyorozu
Creative Class 1-A Student Who Shows Great Leadership Qualities
In terms of intelligence,Momo Yaoyorozuranks among the top of Class 1-A. This student, whose creation quirk allows for total flexibility and ingenuity, has proven her worth on countless occasions, despite not receiving the plaudits of heroes such as Deku or Shoto Todoroki. When the League of Villains attacks Class 1-A and 1-B in the forest on their training retreat, Yaoyorozu manages to plant a tracker on a Nomu, later allowing Pro Heroes to raid the hideout where Katsuki Bakugo is believed to be held after his abduction.
Later, in the Paranormal Liberation War,Yaoyorozu takes charge of trying to haltGigantomachia from demolishing towns and cities in order to reach Shigaraki, employing a cunning approach to lead members of 1-A and 1-B into putting the giant to sleep, later paying off once Gigantomachia reaches his master.
4Mt. Lady
Supersized Hero Present Throughout Many Key Battles
One of the very first heroes to be introduced inMHA,Mt. Ladyhas been a mainstay in many of the anime’s most significant battles. The No. 23 hero has willingly thrown down despite her keen eye for the cameras and the spotlight. In the mission to rescue Bakugo, Mt. Lady assists All Might and Co., using her Gigantificationquirk to become supersized, which helps Midoriya, Bakugo, and their classmates make a grand escape from the warzone.
Perhaps Mt. Lady’s most crucial sequence inMHAoccursduring the Paranormal Liberation War, where her epic showdown with Shigaraki’s pet, Gigantomachia, sees Mt. Lady slow down the monster, allowing her to pry open Gigantomachia’s mouth so the U.A. High students can sedate him, risking her life for the cause.
3Gran Torino
Mentor And Friend To Three Users Of One For All
The old but experiencedGran Torinohas played an active part in the lives of the previous three wielders of One For All, Nana Shimura, All Might, and Midoriya.As a speedy superhero whoavoids the limelight, Torino is one of the few who know the power of One For All, and has mentored All Might and Midoriya while pushing them to their limits through his harsh and intensive training methods.
In Deku’s ascent to becoming the last hope of humanity against Shigaraki, Torino is on hand to assist the U.A. High student, joining the fight against the overpowered supervillain. He teams up with Deku, Bakugo, and Endeavor to attempt to put an end to Nana’s evil grandson during the Paranormal Liberation War.
2Mei Hatsume
Quirky Inventor Who Continually Builds Support Items For Midoriya
While Midoriya continually gets into the thick of action as a superhero wielding One For All, the infinite power the quirk he possesses can sometimes be at a detriment to his body. However,Mei Hatsumeis often on handto gift Midoriya support itemssuited to his fighting style and the unrivaled power of One For All.
Despite her obsession with inventing and her quirky behavior, Hatsume has come in clutch for Midoriya and many students in the Hero course, with Denki Kaminari, among others, utilizing her impeccable services. In the Final War, Hatsume plays a crucial role in creating the floating fortress that traps Shigaraki, allowing heroes such as Mirio Togata, Bakugo, and Best Jeanist to take their best shot at stopping the near-unstoppable antagonist.
1Mezo Shoji
Heteromorph In Class 1-A Who Proves His Heroism On Several Occasions
Out of the talented bunch of students in Class 1-A,Mezo Shojiis perhaps the most underappreciated and unsung hero among his classmates, providing significant support and heroism throughoutMHA. During the School Trip Arc, Shoji is arguably the MVP of the students when fighting against the League of Villains' surprise attack,saving Midoriyaand Fumikage Tokoyamifrom imminent danger while also collaborating effectively with his classmates when necessary.
Later in the Final War, the selfless Shoji delivers an emotional speech to a mob of enraged heteromorphs led by Spinner, and his inspiring actions halt their revolt in its tracks. Shoji emerged as a true hero despite empathizing with aspects of the heteromorph cause regarding the discrimination they face.
