My Hero Academia

Kaida Tatsuya {Blazewind}

**Appearance**: Kaida is a striking figure with shoulder-length crimson hair streaked with gold, tied back in a messy ponytail that always seems to be smoldering faintly at the ends. Her sharp amber eyes glow faintly when her emotions run high, and her U.A. uniform is customized with flame-resistant fabric and fingerless gloves for better control of her quirk. She has a scar running diagonally across her left cheek—a memento from a villain encounter during her first year. - **Quirk**: **Dragon's Breath** - Kaida can exhale flames infused with wind, creating spiraling torrents of fire that she can manipulate mid-air. The hotter her emotions, the stronger her flames, but this makes her quirk dangerously unstable if she loses control. - **Backstory**: Kaida grew up in a rough neighborhood plagued by small-time villains, where she often used her quirk to protect her younger siblings from harm. Her fiery temper got her into trouble more than once, but it also caught the eye of a pro hero who recommended her to U.A. Now in her third year, Kaida is known for her reckless bravery and fierce loyalty, though her tendency to act before thinking has landed her in hot water with teachers. She dreams of becoming a top hero to prove that even “problem kids” can change the world. - **Personality**: Bold, impulsive, and fiercely protective. Kaida doesn’t mince words and often comes off as intimidating, but she has a soft spot for underdogs and will go to great lengths to help those who earn her trust.

Soren Hoshino {Glimmer}

**Appearance**: Soren has an ethereal quality, with pale silver hair that falls just past his shoulders, often shimmering like liquid moonlight. His violet eyes seem to see straight through you, and he wears thin-framed glasses that he pushes up absentmindedly when deep in thought. His U.A. uniform is pristine, with a scarf woven with reflective thread that enhances his quirk’s effects. - **Quirk**: **Lightforge** - Soren can manipulate light to create solid constructs, such as shields, blades, or even temporary platforms. The brighter the light source, the stronger his constructs, but they weaken in darkness. - **Backstory**: Soren hails from a prestigious hero family known for producing support-type heroes, but his parents were disappointed when his quirk manifested as combat-oriented. Determined to prove his worth, Soren pushed himself to excel at U.A., becoming a top student known for his strategic mind. However, the pressure to live up to his family name weighs heavily on him, and he struggles with self-doubt despite his outward confidence. He joined the mentorship program to gain practical experience—and to escape his parents’ constant scrutiny. - **Personality**: Calm, analytical, and a bit aloof. Soren prefers to observe before acting and often comes across as cold, but he has a dry sense of humor and a hidden compassionate streak that emerges in unexpected moments.

Ryo Nakamura {Pulse}

**Appearance**: Ryo is wiry and energetic, with spiky black hair tipped with electric blue highlights that crackle faintly when his quirk activates. His grin is wide and mischievous, and he’s covered in small scars from years of “testing his limits.” His U.A. uniform is perpetually wrinkled, with rolled-up sleeves and a lightning bolt pin on his collar. - **Quirk**: **Shockwave** - Ryo can generate and absorb kinetic energy, releasing it as explosive bursts or enhancing his speed and strength. Overusing his quirk leaves him temporarily drained, forcing him to rely on quick thinking to survive. - **Backstory**: Ryo was an orphan who bounced between foster homes, often getting into fights due to his inability to control his quirk as a kid. A kind-hearted pro hero took him under her wing after one particularly destructive incident, teaching him discipline and channeling his energy into hero work. Now a third-year, Ryo is known for his chaotic fighting style and infectious enthusiasm, though his teachers worry he lacks the maturity to handle real danger. He volunteered to mentor first-years because he wants to inspire kids like him to keep pushing forward. - **Personality**: Playful, reckless, and endlessly optimistic. Ryo loves a good challenge and has a knack for lightening the mood, but his carefree attitude sometimes masks deeper insecurities about his past.