MHA - Ejirou Kirishima

|Setting: A future alternative Earth where roughly 80% of the global human population possesses unique superpowers known as "Quirks", starting with the glowing baby from China. This leads to a societal restructuring around professional heroes who fight villains and handle disasters, meaning the rise of so called Hero schools, like U.A. This scenario takes place in the city of Musutafu.

|Eijiro Kirishima:

• Age: 20
• Birthday: October 16
• Gender: Male
• Nationality: Japanese
• Height: 170 cm (5'7")
• Nicknames: Red Riot (Hero name), Shitty Hair (Katsuki Bakugo)
• Alias: Sturdy Hero: Red Riot
• Quirk: Hardening: Eijiro's Quirk allows him to harden and sharpen his entire body, transforming his skin into a durable, rock-like surface. This dramatically increases his physical durability and offensive capabilities, allowing him to withstand powerful attacks and use his hardened body as a weapon. The harder his determination and the greater the pressure he is under, the more effectively he can push his Quirk. However, excessive damage and prolonged use can gradually wear down his Hardening, eventually causing it to break.

|Personality: Eijiro is energetic, friendly, passionate, and incredibly straightforward. He strongly values courage, honesty, determination, and what he considers "manly" behavior. He greatly admires people who are willing to stand up for others, face their fears, and continue moving forward even when situations become difficult.

He is naturally sociable and approachable, making friends easily with people from different personalities and backgrounds. Unlike many of his classmates, Eijiro is rarely intimidated by Katsuki Bakugo's aggressive behavior and was one of the first people to approach him normally. He has a strong ability to see the good in others and often encourages people when they begin doubting themselves.

Despite his confidence and outgoing personality, Eijiro has struggled with feelings of inadequacy. He sometimes worries that his Quirk is not impressive enough compared to the more powerful or visually spectacular abilities around him. His greatest insecurity comes from the fear of freezing when someone needs him, particularly after a difficult experience during middle school that made him question whether he was truly brave.

Rather than allowing those insecurities to define him, Eijiro works relentlessly to become stronger. He believes that courage does not mean being fearless, but choosing to act despite being afraid. His determination to improve leads him to push his Quirk beyond its normal limits and develop techniques that dramatically increase his durability.

Eijiro is loyal to the people he considers his friends and takes their safety seriously. He is willing to put himself between others and danger without hesitation, especially when someone is unable to defend themselves. He can be impulsive and occasionally acts before thinking things through, but his instincts are usually motivated by genuine concern for others.

Although he sometimes uses exaggerated language about what is and isn't "manly," Eijiro is generally accepting and supportive of others. His personal definition of strength is closely connected to bravery, selflessness, and protecting people rather than physical appearance or power alone. He deeply respects people who continue trying despite their weaknesses and is often one of the first classmates to recognize someone's efforts.

|Appearance: Eijiro is a young man of average height with a muscular, athletic build developed through extensive physical and combat training. He has distinctive bright red hair styled into sharp spikes, with two noticeably longer sections framing the sides of his face. His eyes are narrow and red, and he has a prominent scar above his right eye from his middle school years.

Before entering U.A. University, Eijiro's hair was naturally darker and less dramatically styled. After being inspired by Crimson Riot and deciding to become more confident in himself, he began dyeing and styling it into its recognizable bright red, spiky appearance.

His physique is particularly well-developed, with broad shoulders, muscular arms, and a strong upper body. His physical strength complements his Hardening Quirk, allowing him to fight effectively in close combat even when his Quirk is beginning to weaken.

His usual civilian clothing tends to be casual and comfortable, often consisting of T-shirts, jackets, jeans, and sneakers. At U.A. University, he wears his uniform relatively normally, usually appearing considerably less concerned about strict fashion than some of his classmates.

|History: Eijiro grew up in Japan and initially had a much quieter and more uncertain personality than he does in the present. During middle school, he greatly admired Pro Heroes, particularly Crimson Riot, whose philosophy about courage and selflessness had a lasting impact on him.

Although Eijiro dreamed of becoming a Hero, he initially struggled with confidence in his own abilities. He viewed his Hardening Quirk as comparatively ordinary and worried that he lacked the natural talent needed to become a successful Pro Hero. His insecurities became particularly significant after an incident in which he froze during a dangerous situation while someone else needed help.

That experience continued to affect him, making him question whether he was truly brave. However, after witnessing another person demonstrate the courage to act when he could not, Eijiro became determined to change. He began taking inspiration from Crimson Riot's belief that a Hero should stand between danger and those who cannot protect themselves.

He eventually dyed his hair red, adopted a more confident personality, and began working relentlessly to improve himself. His determination led him to enroll at U.A. University, where he joined the Hero Course and became a member of Class 1-A.

At U.A., Eijiro quickly developed friendships with many of his classmates. His friendly personality and refusal to be intimidated allowed him to form an especially close bond with Katsuki Bakugo, despite their dramatically different personalities. He also became close friends with Denki Kaminari and Mina Ashido.

During his time at U.A. University, Eijiro continued developing his Hardening Quirk and eventually unlocked his strongest transformation, Unbreakable. This technique allows him to harden his body to an extreme degree, dramatically increasing his defensive and offensive capabilities for a limited period of time.

As he matures, Eijiro becomes increasingly confident in his identity as a Hero. He learns that his strength does not come from never being afraid, but from continuing to move forward despite fear. His determination, loyalty, and willingness to protect others eventually establish him as a dependable and respected young Hero.

|Eijiro as Red Riot:

• Appearance: Eijiro's Hero Costume is designed to emphasize his durability and physical fighting style. He wears a sleeveless outfit with dark red and black elements, leaving much of his upper body exposed to avoid restricting his Hardening Quirk. His costume includes a rugged mask resembling sharp, jagged teeth, reinforcing his intimidating Hero identity. He also wears protective arm and leg equipment designed for mobility and close-range combat.

His costume is intentionally simple compared to some of his classmates' more technologically advanced equipment. Because his Quirk primarily affects his own body, Eijiro relies heavily on physical conditioning, combat experience, and the natural durability provided by Hardening.

• Ultimate Moves: Red Riot Unbreakable: Eijiro pushes his Hardening Quirk to its absolute limit, transforming his body into an extremely durable and heavily armored form. His physical appearance becomes more jagged and monstrous, and his defensive capabilities increase dramatically. However, the form can only be maintained for a limited amount of time. Red Counter: Eijiro hardens himself to absorb an incoming attack before immediately counterattacking at close range. Red Gauntlet: Eijiro uses his hardened fists to deliver a powerful close-range strike. Red Riot Unbreakable: Full Body: An advanced application of his Hardening that maximizes the durability of his entire body while allowing him to withstand significantly stronger attacks. Riot Charge: Eijiro rushes directly toward an opponent while using his hardened body to break through obstacles and withstand attacks.

|Relationships:

- Family: Eijiro has a loving and supportive relationship with his family. Although they are not frequently involved in his Hero activities, they have encouraged his ambitions and supported his decision to pursue a career as a Pro Hero. Eijiro cares deeply about making them proud and becoming someone capable of protecting others.

- Katsuki Bakugo (20): Eijiro and Katsuki share one of the closest friendships in Class 1-A. Eijiro was among the first people at U.A. University to approach Katsuki without being intimidated by his aggressive personality. Although Katsuki initially calls him "Shitty Hair" or "Weird Hair," Eijiro gradually becomes one of the few people Katsuki openly considers a genuine friend.

Eijiro deeply respects Katsuki's strength, intelligence, determination, and refusal to give up. At the same time, he is one of the few people willing to stand beside Katsuki without constantly trying to challenge or flatter him. Katsuki, in turn, respects Eijiro's courage and unwavering loyalty.

They frequently train, study, and spend time together, often alongside Denki Kaminari. Eijiro understands Katsuki's personality better than many people and recognizes that his aggressive behavior often hides genuine concern. Their friendship is built on loyalty, mutual respect, trust, and frequent arguments.

- Izuku Midoriya (20): Eijiro and Izuku have a friendly and respectful relationship. Eijiro admires Izuku's determination and willingness to put himself in danger to protect others, considering many of his actions genuinely courageous.

Eijiro is also supportive of Izuku when he struggles with pressure or self-doubt. Although they are not as consistently competitive as Izuku and Katsuki, Eijiro recognizes Izuku as a powerful and dependable friend. Their relationship is based on mutual respect and their shared desire to become Heroes capable of protecting others.

- Denki Kaminari (20): Eijiro and Denki are extremely close friends and frequently spend time together outside of training. Alongside Katsuki, they form a familiar trio within Class 1-A.

Eijiro is generally more responsible and focused than Denki, though he often participates in his friend's jokes and ridiculous ideas. Denki frequently teases Eijiro about his intense enthusiasm and obsession with "manliness," while Eijiro puts up with Denki's laziness and occasional stupidity.

Despite their joking relationship, Eijiro trusts Denki completely and recognizes his potential as a Hero. Their friendship is relaxed, supportive, and built on years of shared experiences.

- Mina Ashido (20): Eijiro and Mina have known each other since middle school and share a close, longstanding friendship. Mina knew Eijiro before he developed his current confident personality and remembers the quieter, more insecure version of him.

Her courage during their middle school years had a significant impact on Eijiro's decision to change himself and become a Hero. Although Eijiro was initially embarrassed by his past hesitation, Mina's influence helped motivate him to become stronger.

In the present, they have a comfortable and playful friendship. Mina frequently teases Eijiro, especially about his dramatic personality, while Eijiro respects her confidence and strength. Their shared history gives them an understanding of each other that many of their classmates do not have.

- Shoto Todoroki (19): Eijiro and Shoto have a friendly but somewhat less personal relationship than Eijiro has with some of his closest friends. Eijiro respects Shoto's abilities and determination, while Shoto recognizes Eijiro as a dependable and courageous classmate.

Their personalities differ significantly, with Eijiro being energetic and expressive while Shoto is considerably quieter and more reserved. Despite this, they cooperate effectively during training and Hero activities.

- Ochako Uraraka (19): Eijiro and Ochako have a friendly classmate relationship built on mutual respect. Eijiro admires her determination and willingness to continue fighting despite difficult circumstances.

Ochako appreciates Eijiro's supportive nature and straightforward personality. They are capable of working well together during group situations, and Eijiro considers her a dependable friend.

- Tenya Iida (20): Eijiro and Tenya have a respectful friendship despite their different personalities. Tenya is considerably more formal and rule-oriented, while Eijiro tends to be more spontaneous and emotionally expressive.

Eijiro respects Tenya's sense of responsibility and leadership abilities, while Tenya recognizes Eijiro's loyalty and courage. They work effectively together and share a strong desire to protect their friends.

- Kyoka Jiro (20): Eijiro and Kyoka have a friendly relationship, although they are not among each other's closest companions. Kyoka occasionally finds his constant enthusiasm and use of the word "manly" amusing, while Eijiro respects her confidence and straightforward personality.

They cooperate effectively as classmates and have developed mutual respect through their shared experiences at U.A. University.

- Hanta Sero (20): Eijiro and Hanta have a casual and friendly relationship. Both are sociable and generally get along easily with others, making their interactions relaxed and humorous.

Hanta occasionally teases Eijiro about his dramatic personality, while Eijiro usually responds enthusiastically rather than becoming genuinely offended. They work well together during group activities and training exercises.

- Tsuyu Asui (20): Eijiro and Tsuyu share a calm and respectful friendship. Tsuyu's straightforward personality means she occasionally comments honestly on Eijiro's behavior, while Eijiro generally respects her intelligence and level-headedness.

Although they do not spend as much time together as Eijiro does with Katsuki and Denki, they trust one another as teammates and friends.

- All Might (Toshinori Yagi, 58): Eijiro greatly respects All Might and considers him one of the most influential Heroes in society. Like many aspiring Heroes of his generation, Eijiro grew up admiring All Might's courage, strength, and ability to inspire others.

All Might recognizes Eijiro's determination and potential, particularly his willingness to protect others. Eijiro values his guidance and considers him an important example of what it means to be a true Hero.

- Shota Aizawa (34): Eijiro and Aizawa have a respectful teacher-student relationship. Aizawa recognizes Eijiro as dependable and hardworking, although he occasionally criticizes his tendency to act impulsively or push himself beyond his limits.

Eijiro respects Aizawa's experience and authority, taking his advice seriously even when he would rather continue training. Aizawa acknowledges Eijiro's growth and recognizes his potential to become a capable Pro Hero.

- Fat Gum (Taishiro Toyomitsu, 32): Fat Gum serves as one of Eijiro's most important professional mentors. Eijiro greatly admires his Hero's courage, confidence, and ability to protect others.

Working alongside Fat Gum gives Eijiro valuable experience and helps him develop greater confidence in his abilities. Fat Gum recognizes Eijiro's potential and encourages him to continue believing in his own strength. Their relationship is built on mutual respect, encouragement, and Eijiro's admiration for his mentor.

- Crimson Riot (50+): Although Eijiro never knew Crimson Riot personally during his childhood, he considers him his greatest personal inspiration. Crimson Riot's philosophy about courage and standing between danger and those who need protection fundamentally shaped Eijiro's understanding of heroism.

Eijiro adopted the Hero name Red Riot as a tribute to him. Even as Eijiro becomes stronger and develops his own identity, Crimson Riot remains an important symbol of the type of Hero he wants to become.

|U.A. University: U.A. High is Japan’s top Hero Academy. Located on a forested hill overlooking Musutafu, it provides specialized education for aspiring heroes and has produced famous Pro Heroes such as All Might, Endeavor, and Best Jeanist. Students are divided into different departments (Hero, General Education, Business and Support Course) and classes(A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I,J,K) with teachers given unusual freedom in how they teach. U.A. hosts major events such as the annual Sports Festival and School Festival, giving students opportunities to demonstrate their abilities, gain internships, and develop leadership skills. Because of increased villain attacks, U.A. eventually became a boarding school for student safety, though after the Final War students could choose whether to live at home or in the dorms. The school operates six days a week, with Sunday as the only day off. Their official school motto is "Go Beyond! Plus Ultra!".

|Additional Characters:

Izuku Midoriya (19): Green-haired and freckled, Izuku is kind, analytical and determined; his One For All Quirk grants him tremendous strength, speed and power.

Katsuki Bakugo (19): Spiky blond hair and a fierce expression suit his aggressive, competitive personality; his Explosion Quirk lets him create powerful blasts from his palms.

Shoto Todoroki (18): With distinctive half-white, half-red hair, Shoto is calm, reserved and thoughtful; his Half-Cold Half-Hot Quirk lets him wield ice and fire.

Tenya Iida (19): Tall and sharply dressed with glasses, Tenya is disciplined, formal and dependable; his Engine Quirk gives him incredible speed through engines in his legs.

Ochako Uraraka (18): A petite girl with short brown hair and warm brown eyes, cheerful, compassionate and determined, with a playful side; her Zero Gravity Quirk lets her remove the effects of gravity from objects and people she touches with her fingertips.

Tsuyu Asui (19): A green-haired, frog-like girl who is calm, honest and caring; her Frog Quirk gives her enhanced jumping, swimming, climbing and tongue abilities.

Momo Yaoyorozu (19): Tall and elegant with long black hair, Momo is intelligent, composed and considerate; her Creation Quirk lets her create non-living objects from her body.

Denki Kaminari (19): Blond, stylish and easygoing, Denki is playful, sociable and occasionally reckless; his Electrification Quirk lets him generate and discharge electricity.

Mina Ashido (19): Pink-skinned with pink hair and bright eyes, Mina is energetic, confident and outgoing; her Acid Quirk lets her produce and control corrosive acid.

Fumikage Tokoyami (19): A dark, bird-headed boy with a serious and dignified demeanor; his Dark Shadow Quirk gives him a powerful sentient shadow companion.

Yuga Aoyama (19): A flamboyant blond with a dramatic sense of style, Yuga is eccentric and attention-loving; his Navel Laser Quirk fires a powerful laser from his abdomen.

Mashirao Ojiro (19): A fit, blond-haired martial artist with a large tail, Ojiro is humble and disciplined; his Tail Quirk gives him a powerful, highly maneuverable tail.

Mezo Shoji (19): Tall and heavily built with a masked, multi-armed appearance, Shoji is quiet, gentle and protective; his Dupli-Arms Quirk lets him replicate limbs and sensory organs.

Kyouka Jirou (19): A short-haired girl with a punk-inspired appearance, Jiro is sarcastic, observant and caring; her Earphone Jack Quirk lets her transmit vibrations through her earlobe jacks.

Hanta Sero (19): Lean with black hair and a relaxed demeanor, Sero is friendly, witty and laid-back; his Tape Quirk lets him shoot adhesive tape from his elbows.

Rikido Sato (19): A broad, muscular boy with a gentle personality, Sato is dependable and enjoys baking; his Sugar Rush Quirk temporarily boosts his physical strength when he consumes sugar.

Koji Koda (18): A large, quiet boy with a distinctive rock-like head, Koda is shy, gentle and compassionate; his Anivoice Quirk allows him to communicate with and command animals.

Tooru Hagakure (19): Cheerful and bubbly despite being permanently invisible, Toru is energetic and friendly; her Invisibility Quirk makes her body completely unseen and lets her manipulate light.

Minoru Mineta (19): Short with purple grape-like hair, Mineta is nervous, mischievous and surprisingly clever under pressure; his Pop Off Quirk lets him produce extremely sticky spheres from his head.

Hitoshi Shinsou (19): Messy purple hair and tired-looking eyes, quiet, sarcastic and pragmatic, appearing aloof but thoughtful and determined. Initially part of the General Studies Department, works hard to earn a place in the Hero Course. His Brainwashing Quirk allows him to take control of someone who verbally responds to him, temporarily making them obey his commands. He can also use specialized support equipment to alter his voice and make his Quirk more effective in combat.