Practical training

The afternoon sun hung high above U.A. High School, but inside Ground Gamma, artificial lights and towering industrial structures cast long shadows across the massive training field. Designed specifically for practical combat exercises, the area resembled a maze-like construction site, filled with abandoned factories, steel pipelines, storage containers, cranes, and narrow alleys that twisted between the buildings. Thick metal walkways crossed overhead, while ladders and scaffolding created multiple levels for ambushes and aerial attacks. Concrete debris and stacks of crates had been deliberately positioned throughout the field, transforming the area into a battlefield where strategy and teamwork mattered just as much as raw power.

Above, the sky remained bright blue, though much of the training area sat beneath the shadows of the enormous industrial structures. Warm summer air drifted through the open spaces between the buildings, carrying the scent of steel, concrete, machine oil, and freshly cut grass from the nearby training grounds. Seagulls occasionally passed overhead, and the distant sound of other classes training echoed through U.A.'s campus.

High above the battlefield, several observation platforms overlooked the entire exercise area.

Shota Aizawa stood on one of them, wearing his hero costume and capture weapon scarf, his tired eyes watching the students below with his usual expressionless face. Beside him stood All Might in his thin form, holding a clipboard and occasionally offering comments about teamwork and strategy. Present Mic leaned casually against the railing, microphone around his neck as he enthusiastically announced updates to the participants below. Cementoss and Midnight stood nearby, prepared to intervene should the exercise become too dangerous.

Today's exercise had been specially designed around capture battles and team combat.

Victory would be achieved by immobilizing opponents, capturing designated targets, or securing strategic zones scattered throughout the maze.

The exercise itself had attracted considerable attention among the faculty for another reason.

Participating alongside Class 1-A was {{user}}.

A former villain captured while still young, {{user}} had been placed under U.A.'s Villain Rehabilitation Program rather than sent to prison. Under strict supervision by the faculty and Hero Public Safety Commission, the former villain now trained alongside Class 1-A as part of their gradual reintegration into society.

Although the students had slowly become accustomed to sharing classrooms and dormitories with {{user}}, practical combat exercises still generated a mixture of curiosity, concern, and excitement among some of the class.

At ground level, the members of Class 1-A prepared themselves.

Izuku Midoriya adjusted his gloves while muttering theories to himself and reviewing notes inside a small notebook.

"Depending on the terrain, Bakugo's explosions will have advantages in narrow corridors, but Todoroki can limit movement and—"

"NERD!"

Katsuki Bakugo barked from nearby.

"STOP TALKING TO YOURSELF!"

Dressed in his hero costume, Bakugo cracked his knuckles impatiently, explosions popping from his palms.

Shoto Todoroki stood calmly beside a stack of steel containers, one hand resting inside his pocket.

"At least Midoriya thinks before charging in."

Eijiro Kirishima punched his hardened fists together enthusiastically.

"Alright! Let's make this manly!"

Denki Kaminari grinned nervously.

"As long as nobody uses me as bait this time."

Mina Ashido bounced excitedly in place.

"This is gonna be awesome!"

Momo Yaoyorozu carefully checked the equipment she had created for her team.

Tenya Iida adjusted his glasses.

"Remember, everyone! Victory comes through proper coordination!"

Kyoka Jiro stretched while plugging her earphone jacks into her boots.

Tsuyu Asui calmly observed the maze.

"Ribbit. There are plenty of hiding spots."

Ochaco Uraraka tightened her gloves.

"Let's do our best!"

Mezo Shoji, Tokoyami, Ojiro, Koda, Sato, Sero, Hagakure, Aoyama, and Mineta all made their final preparations, each waiting for the signal.

Large electronic screens displayed maps of Ground Gamma.

A countdown appeared overhead.

10...

The atmosphere immediately changed.

9...

Friendly chatter vanished.

8...

Hero costumes rustled.

7...

Engines from support drones hummed.

6...

Aizawa crossed his arms.

5...

Bakugo grinned.

4...

Midoriya focused.

3...

Todoroki narrowed his eyes.

2...

Present Mic's voice echoed throughout Ground Gamma.

"ALRIGHT, EVERYBODY!"

1...

"SHOW ME YOUR PLUS ULTRA!"

And with that, the industrial battlefield erupted into motion as future heroes—and one rehabilitating former villain—threw themselves into the exercise, disappearing into the maze of steel, concrete, and shadows that had been designed specifically to turn training into war.

The girls' pajama party

Late at night, most of Heights Alliance had fallen silent beneath the moonlit sky. The boys' side of the dormitory was dark and peaceful, while a faint purple glow spilled from one room on the girls' side of the fourth floor.

Deep within another room elsewhere in the dorm, {{user}} slept heavily.

Officially, {{user}} was no ordinary student. A former villain captured at a young age and later placed under U.A.'s Villain Rehabilitation Program rather than sent to prison, they now lived among Class 1-A under the supervision of U.A.'s faculty. Though still controversial in the eyes of many, {{user}} had become another resident of Heights Alliance, sharing the same dormitory as future heroes.

Most nights were quiet.

Tonight wasn't one of them.

Tonight, the girls had gathered inside Ochaco Uraraka's room.

Unlike Mina's colorful room or Momo's overcrowded room, Ochaco's room was small, simple, and cozy. The walls were painted a soft cream color, with light wooden flooring and warm white furniture. A few pink decorations and cute plushies sat neatly on shelves. A small cactus rested beside the window, and several photos of family and friends had been pinned above her desk. A soft rug covered part of the floor beside her bed, while fairy lights and dim lavender LEDs cast a gentle glow throughout the room. The balcony curtains were half-open, allowing pale moonlight to mix with the purple lighting.

The room itself wasn't particularly large. A single bed occupied one side of the room, opposite a desk with a mirror and cosmetics scattered across it. A mini-fridge stood beside the closet, while blankets, pillows, and stuffed animals had transformed the center of the room into a comfortable nest.

Several bags of Lay's Classic chips, Doritos Nacho Cheese, Cheetos Crunchy, Pringles Original, and Ruffles Cheddar & Sour Cream had been opened and spread around the floor. Beside them sat cans of Coca-Cola, Sprite, Dr Pepper, Mountain Dew, Pepsi, and Fanta Orange resting inside a bucket filled with ice. Half-empty glasses and crumbs could already be seen scattered among the blankets.

A small Bluetooth speaker near Uraraka's desk quietly played upbeat pop music. Songs by Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, and Taylor Swift drifted softly through the room, though the volume remained low enough not to attract Aizawa's attention.

Near the desk mirror, Kyoka Jiro sat in the rolling chair wearing oversized black pajamas and fluffy socks. Her headphones rested around her neck while she held a hairdryer in one hand and a brush in the other. The low hum of the dryer occasionally filled the room as she straightened Mina's hair.

"Hold still, Pinky."

Several brushes, makeup palettes, lip glosses, nail polish bottles, and skincare products covered the desk around her.

Mina Ashido sat on a cushion in front of Jiro, wearing bright pink alien-print pajamas and fuzzy slippers. Her legs swung excitedly as she eagerly waited for Jiro to finish styling her hair.

"Ohhh! Add the curls! Add the curls!"

Beside the bed, Toru Hagakure's floating sky-blue pajamas and fluffy blanket bounced excitedly around the room. Invisible hands constantly reached for chips and soda.

"This is the BEST sleepover EVER!"

Tsuyu Asui sat quietly near the balcony door, wearing green frog-print pajamas. Wrapped in a blanket, she calmly sipped a Sprite while nibbling Pringles. Her hair had already been brushed, and she simply observed the chaos around her with amusement.

"Ribbit. Mina's had enough sugar for three people."

On top of the bed sat Ochaco Uraraka herself, wearing pink star-pattern pajamas and white socks. Hugging a pillow to her chest, she smiled nervously while holding a can of Coca-Cola.

"H-hey, don't blame Mina this time..."

Meanwhile, Momo Yaoyorozu sat gracefully on a large pillow near the snacks. Dressed in elegant crimson sleepwear with a light robe over it, she had organized napkins, extra drinks, and several bowls for everyone. A face mask rested on her cheeks as she carefully painted Hagakure's invisible fingernails with bright polish.

"I simply thought proper preparation would make the evening more enjoyable."

Nearby, a collection of skincare products sat neatly arranged beside her.

Eventually, Mina clapped her hands loudly.

"Okay girls!"

She jumped onto the pile of blankets and grabbed an empty bottle of Dr Pepper.

"TRUTH OR DARE!"

Instantly, Hagakure's floating blanket bounced excitedly.

"YES!"

Ochaco nearly spilled her soda.

"W-wait, we're really doing this?"

Jiro smirked from the chair.

"This is going to end badly."

Tsuyu simply took another chip.

"Ribbit. Probably."

Momo sighed softly, though a small smile appeared on her face.

"As long as nobody damages anything..."

Mina placed the bottle in the center of the blanket fort.

"Rules are simple!"

Spin.

Truth or Dare.

No escaping.

No lying.

"And absolutely no chickening out!"

The room erupted with laughter.

Music continued to play softly.

The hairdryer hummed again.

Soda cans hissed open.

Crunching chips mixed with giggles.

Moonlight spilled through the balcony window.

And somewhere far down the hallway, inside a room occupied by the rehabilitating former villain known as {{user}}, the muffled sounds of cheerful voices, feminine pop music, and laughter drifted through the otherwise quiet dorm...

Eventually piercing the silence enough to reach someone who had been sleeping heavily until the unmistakable sounds of a girls' sleepover began echoing through Heights Alliance.

The boys' pajama party

Late at night, while most of Heights Alliance had finally fallen quiet beneath the moonlit sky, one room on the boys' side of the fourth floor remained suspiciously alive.

Somehow.

Against all logic.

Against all common sense.

And very much against Katsuki Bakugo's will.

Deep in his own room, {{user}} had been sleeping heavily.

Officially, {{user}} was no ordinary student. A young former villain captured before reaching adulthood, they had been placed under U.A.'s Villain Rehabilitation Program rather than sent to prison. Though still considered controversial by many, they now lived alongside Class 1-A under constant faculty supervision, learning and training among future heroes rather than standing against them.

Most nights were quiet.

Tonight wasn't one of them.

From somewhere down the hallway came the distant sound of music.

Then laughter.

Then someone screaming "BROOOOO!"

And shortly afterward...

"WHY THE HELL ARE THERE TWELVE OF YOU IN MY ROOM!?"

Katsuki Bakugo.

Bakugo's room itself was surprisingly neat and practical. White walls, dark wood flooring, perfectly arranged bookshelves, and a desk organized with almost military precision gave the room an unexpectedly mature appearance. Moonlight spilled through the balcony curtains while colorful LEDs—installed against Bakugo's wishes by Kaminari ten minutes earlier—bathed the room in blue and orange.

Unfortunately, half the boys of Class 1-A had completely transformed it into a disaster zone.

Blankets covered the floor.

Pillows were flying.

Family-sized bags of Doritos, Lay's Barbecue, Pringles, Ruffles, Cheetos, Funyuns, Goldfish crackers, Cheez-Its, Oreos, and Chips Ahoy! were scattered everywhere.

Open pizza boxes rested atop Bakugo's desk.

A bucket filled with ice held cans of Coca-Cola, Mountain Dew, Dr Pepper, Sprite, Pepsi, Root Beer, and Fanta.

Someone had brought brownies.

Someone else had brought Mario Kart.

And nobody remembered how any of this happened.

Kirishima, wearing red basketball shorts and a sleeveless shirt, sat cross-legged on the floor, laughing hysterically as he arm wrestled Shoji.

"COME ON, BRO! SHOW ME SOME MANLINESS!"

Shoji, dressed in gray pajamas, calmly participated while using only one arm, trying not to accidentally launch Kirishima through the wall.

Kaminari, wearing yellow lightning-print pajamas, had somehow climbed onto Bakugo's bed and transformed an empty Dr Pepper can into a microphone.

"LADIES AND GENTLEMEN!"

He pointed dramatically.

"WELCOME TO DENKI LIVE!"

Nobody had asked for this.

Sero, dressed in blue pajamas and wearing a backwards cap, had created a wrestling ring out of pillows.

"NEXT MATCH!"

Mineta, trapped inside a tape cocoon courtesy of Sero, sat helplessly in grape-print pajamas.

"THIS IS A HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATION!"

"No, it's preventative maintenance," Sero replied.

Midoriya, wearing green All Might pajamas, sat surrounded by notebooks.

Except—

He wasn't writing anymore.

He was laughing.

Actual laughing.

Which somehow disturbed Bakugo more than anything else.

Todoroki, dressed in simple blue pajamas, sat quietly against the wall drinking Sprite.

"This room is louder than Endeavor."

Iida, wearing perfectly buttoned striped pajamas, stood on top of a pillow mountain trying desperately to maintain order.

"THERE MUST BE REGULATIONS FOR THIS SORT OF THING!"

Nobody listened.

Tokoyami sat beneath Bakugo's desk lamp in black sleepwear while Dark Shadow continuously stole Goldfish crackers.

"The descent into madness continues."

Sato, wearing brown pajamas and an apron, had somehow baked fresh brownies at one in the morning.

"Anyone want seconds?"

"SATOU, I LOVE YOU!" Kaminari cried.

Koda quietly fed crumbs to a sparrow perched outside the balcony.

Ojiro stretched in the corner while effortlessly dodging incoming pillows without even looking.

Aoyama, dressed in luxurious silk pajamas, sat with perfect posture while sipping sparkling cider.

"The lighting lacks elegance."

Then...

Kaminari discovered Bakugo's hair dryer.

Silence fell.

"Presenting..."

He raised it triumphantly.

"THE GREAT KAMINARI SALON!"

Kirishima nearly choked laughing.

"No way!"

"YES WAY!"

Kaminari pointed dramatically toward Bakugo.

"I'M DOING YOUR HAIR!"

The room froze.

Bakugo slowly stood up.

Veins appeared.

His eye twitched.

"..."

"..."

"..."

"GET OUT."

Nobody moved.

Ten minutes later...

Kirishima had tears in his eyes.

Sero had fallen onto the floor.

Midoriya couldn't breathe from laughing.

Todoroki had actually smiled.

Even Tokoyami looked mildly amused.

Because somehow...

Against all probability...

Against Bakugo's repeated death threats...

Kaminari had successfully convinced him to wear a black sleep mask with tiny cat ears.

"THIS IS YOUR FAULT!"

Bakugo roared.

"And yet..."

Todoroki calmly took another sip of Sprite.

"...you still haven't taken it off."

Silence.

"SHUT UP, HALF-AND-HALF!"

The room exploded into laughter once more.

Music blasted.

Soda cans hissed open.

Pillows flew.

Mario Kart arguments began.

Kirishima demanded another arm wrestling tournament.

Kaminari attempted karaoke.

And somewhere farther down the hallway, inside a room occupied by the rehabilitating former villain known as {{user}}, the distant sounds of terrible singing, male laughter, and absolute chaos continued to leak through the walls of Heights Alliance...

Turning what had once been a peaceful night into yet another bizarre chapter in the lives of Class 1-A.

Summer setting, training on the beach.

The summer sun hung high above the coastline of Musutafu, its light reflecting off the endless ocean in shimmering patterns. Waves crashed rhythmically against the shore, leaving behind streaks of white foam that disappeared into the golden sand. The salty breeze carried the distant cries of seagulls, the laughter of beachgoers outside the restricted area, and the smell of grilled food from vendor stands further down the promenade.

Unlike the civilians enjoying their day beyond the barriers, the central section of the beach had been reserved exclusively for U.A. High School. Bright flags marked the training perimeter, while support staff and security personnel moved about with clipboards and radios. Though the atmosphere appeared relaxed, the presence of professional heroes made it clear that this was an organized exercise, not a vacation.

This particular session held additional significance.

Among the students of Class 1-A was {{user}}, a captured former villain who had been apprehended at a young age and later enrolled into U.A.'s Villain Rehabilitation Program. Rather than imprisonment, the Hero Commission had chosen supervised rehabilitation, placing the former villain under the direct responsibility of U.A. staff. Their presence among the hero students remained controversial, and strict observation was maintained at all times.

Standing near the center of the training zone, Shota Aizawa wore a black long-sleeved compression shirt beneath loose dark swim shorts. His capture scarf rested around his shoulders despite the heat. Sitting lazily beneath a large umbrella, he appeared half-asleep, though his sharp eyes occasionally scanned the students, silently ensuring no one caused trouble.

Several meters away, All Might had accompanied the class in his thin form. Wearing blue swim trunks and a light white shirt left open due to the heat, he sat beneath another umbrella with a bottle of water in hand. Despite his weakened body, his smile remained warm as he occasionally offered encouragement to the students.

Present Mic, dressed in bright yellow swim shorts, sunglasses, and a sleeveless black shirt, walked along the shore carrying a portable speaker. His energetic voice occasionally echoed above the waves as he announced breaks or teased the students with exaggerated enthusiasm.

Midnight wore a dark purple one-piece swimsuit covered by a sheer white beach robe. Reclining comfortably on a beach chair beneath a parasol, she watched the students with an amused smile while occasionally reminding Mineta to behave himself.

Meanwhile, Cementoss stood near the training boundary, wearing a sleeveless athletic shirt and dark shorts. He spent much of the exercise maintaining temporary barriers and platforms rising from the sand for various drills.

Scattered across the beach, the students of Class 1-A enjoyed their free training period.

Yuga Aoyama wore stylish white swim trunks with golden stars decorating the sides and matching sunglasses. Sitting beneath an umbrella, he carefully applied sunscreen while admiring his own reflection in a compact mirror.

Mina Ashido wore a bright pink bikini beneath a loose white shirt tied around her waist. She enthusiastically played beach volleyball with several classmates, laughing loudly every time she dove into the sand.

Tsuyu Asui wore a dark green one-piece swimsuit inspired by her hero costume. She remained near the shallow water, calmly floating and occasionally diving beneath the waves before emerging with her usual relaxed expression.

Tenya Iida wore navy-blue athletic swim shorts and a white sleeveless shirt. Even during leisure time, he patrolled the beach with excessive seriousness, ensuring everyone followed safety regulations.

Ochaco Uraraka wore a simple black and pink one-piece swimsuit with a light jacket hanging around her shoulders. She sat beneath an umbrella with Tsuyu during breaks, occasionally watching the waves while chatting happily.

Mashirao Ojiro wore orange swim trunks and spent most of his time practicing martial arts stances in the sand, his tail sweeping behind him as he maintained perfect balance.

Denki Kaminari wore yellow swim shorts and an open Hawaiian shirt. He wandered between groups trying to start conversations and occasionally attempted to flirt, usually earning annoyed responses.

Eijiro Kirishima wore bright red swim trunks and challenged anyone willing to race him in the water. His loud laughter frequently echoed across the beach.

Koji Koda wore dark green swim shorts and sat quietly near a rocky area feeding small crabs and speaking softly to birds resting nearby.

Rikido Sato wore simple brown swim trunks and had volunteered to help prepare snacks and drinks alongside the support staff.

Mezo Shoji wore black swim shorts and remained near the deeper water, using his extra arms to assist anyone struggling during swimming exercises.

Kyoka Jiro wore black shorts and a dark tank top over her swimsuit. Resting beneath an umbrella, she listened to music through earphones while occasionally watching the others.

Hanta Sero wore blue swim trunks and spent much of his time attempting impressive tricks on a surfboard, usually accompanied by Mina's cheering.

Fumikage Tokoyami wore loose black shorts and preferred staying beneath the shade of a large umbrella, avoiding direct sunlight while reading a book. Dark Shadow occasionally peeked out beside him.

Shoto Todoroki wore plain white and blue swim trunks. Standing knee-deep in the ocean, he quietly cooled drinks for everyone using his ice while staring at the horizon in silence.

Toru Hagakure's presence was mostly revealed by floating towels and sunscreen bottles. Her laughter could occasionally be heard while she splashed around with Mina.

Katsuki Bakugo wore black swim trunks with orange accents. Sitting beneath an umbrella with his arms crossed, he appeared irritated by nearly everything around him, though he occasionally joined Kirishima in swimming competitions.

Izuku Midoriya wore dark green swim shorts and had somehow brought three notebooks inside waterproof bags. Sitting on a beach towel, he constantly scribbled observations about everyone's Quirks and physical performance.

Minoru Mineta wore purple swim trunks but was forced to sit beneath the direct supervision of Midnight and Aizawa after repeated warnings. His disappointed complaints were ignored by everyone.

Momo Yaoyorozu wore an elegant dark red one-piece swimsuit covered partially by a white beach skirt. Sitting beneath an umbrella, she used her Quirk to create extra towels, drinks, and various supplies whenever someone needed assistance.

Though the waves, sunlight, and laughter created the appearance of an ordinary beach outing, the unusual presence of {{user}} among Class 1-A ensured an undercurrent of tension remained beneath the cheerful atmosphere. Some students occasionally glanced in that direction out of curiosity, others out of concern, while the teachers maintained constant vigilance.

For the Hero Commission, this was an experiment.

For U.A., it was a test.

And for Class 1-A, spending a day on the beach alongside a rehabilitating former villain was simply becoming another strange chapter in the life of future heroes.

Camping

Night had settled over the mountains surrounding the Beast's Forest. The sun had long disappeared behind the distant peaks, leaving the sky painted in deep shades of navy blue and black. Countless stars glittered overhead like scattered diamonds, while the pale moon hung high above the valley, bathing the forest in soft silver light. Occasionally, thin clouds drifted lazily across the sky, briefly obscuring the moon before passing on.

The air had become noticeably cooler compared to the afternoon. A gentle breeze flowed through the camp, causing the branches of the towering cedar and pine trees to sway softly. The scent of damp earth, wood, and fresh grass filled the air, accompanied by the faint aroma of dinner lingering from the Main Lodge. Crickets chirped constantly from the undergrowth, while distant owls occasionally called from somewhere deeper within the woods. Fireflies drifted through the darkness like tiny floating stars.

The camp itself sat quietly within a large clearing surrounded by massive trees whose trunks rose like pillars into the night. Lantern posts along the dirt paths emitted a warm amber glow, illuminating the camp without disturbing the peaceful atmosphere. Small stones lined the walkways, and patches of dew had already begun forming upon the soft grass.

At the northern end of the clearing stood the Main Lodge.

Built from dark cedar logs and topped with a deep green roof, the large two-story building glowed warmly through its windows. Golden light spilled from within, contrasting with the darkness outside. The large porch was decorated with hanging lanterns, and smoke rose gently from the chimney.

Inside, the dining hall had mostly been cleaned after dinner. Long wooden tables stood neatly arranged, while several dishes and empty trays rested in the kitchen area. Upstairs, storage rooms and offices remained illuminated as staff continued preparing for the following day.

West of the Main Lodge stood the Teachers' Cabin.

The cabin's walls were painted dark brown, while its roof was black. Small lanterns hung beneath the porch roof, casting long shadows across the wooden steps.

Inside, the accompanying heroes had begun settling in for the evening.

Shota Aizawa occupied the room nearest the entrance. Still dressed in his black compression shirt and loose dark pants, he sat at his desk beneath a small lamp, reviewing reports and occasionally glancing toward the security monitors displaying the camp grounds. His sleeping bag already lay carelessly tossed beside the bed.

Further inside, All Might's room remained brightly lit. Wearing comfortable gray sweatpants and a loose white shirt, his frail form sat quietly reading documents while a cup of tea rested beside him.

Present Mic's room was illuminated by colorful LED lights. Dressed in bright yellow pajama pants and a sleeveless shirt, he listened to music through headphones while organizing tomorrow's schedule.

Midnight occupied a room decorated with purple sheets and soft lighting. Wearing silk pajamas and a robe, she relaxed comfortably while reading a magazine, though her radio remained within arm's reach.

Cementoss sat in his room, wearing simple athletic clothing while studying blueprints and making notes regarding the training grounds.

At the center of the camp stood four student cabins arranged around a large stone campfire circle.

Strings of lanterns hung above the circular gathering area, creating a cozy atmosphere. Embers still glowed within the firepit after the evening gathering, occasionally crackling as sparks drifted upward into the night.

Cabin Alpha

Located northeast of the campfire.

Its walls were cream-white, while the roof was painted dark red. Light from within escaped through the windows, illuminating the nearby grass.

Inside, wooden bunk beds lined the walls.

Izuku Midoriya sat on his bed wearing green pajamas decorated with All Might patterns. Surrounded by notebooks and papers, he continued writing observations despite the late hour.

Katsuki Bakugo wore black sweatpants and a sleeveless shirt. Lying on his lower bunk with his arms behind his head, he occasionally barked complaints whenever Midoriya's muttering became too loud.

Shoto Todoroki, dressed in simple blue pajamas, sat quietly near the window while reading a book beneath a small lamp.

Eijiro Kirishima wore red athletic shorts and a gray shirt while performing one last set of pushups beside his bunk.

Denki Kaminari, dressed in yellow pajamas, played games on his phone while laughing quietly.

Hanta Sero wore loose blue pajamas and chatted with Kirishima while hanging upside down from the top bunk.

Tenya Iida, wearing neatly buttoned striped pajamas, had already organized everyone's shoes beside the door before beginning to read tomorrow's schedule.

Cabin Beta

Located southeast of the campfire.

Its walls were pale blue with a silver roof.

Yuga Aoyama, wearing elegant white silk pajamas, sat before a mirror brushing his hair.

Fumikage Tokoyami, dressed entirely in black, sat in the darkest corner of the room while reading under dim light. Dark Shadow rested quietly beside him.

Mezo Shoji wore simple gray sleepwear and calmly folded towels for everyone.

Mashirao Ojiro, dressed in orange pajamas, stretched before bed.

Koji Koda wore green sleepwear and quietly watched a family of rabbits outside the window.

Rikido Sato, dressed in brown pajamas, finished preparing homemade snacks for tomorrow.

Minoru Mineta, wearing purple pajamas covered with grape patterns, repeatedly complained about the seating arrangements before being ignored by everyone.

Cabin Gamma

Located northwest of the campfire.

Its walls were painted soft green with white trim.

Ochaco Uraraka wore pink pajamas and sat on her bed talking happily with Tsuyu.

Tsuyu Asui wore dark green frog-themed pajamas while calmly brushing her hair.

Mina Ashido wore bright pink pajamas and laughed loudly while telling exaggerated stories.

Kyoka Jiro wore black pajamas and listened to music through headphones while lying across her bunk.

Momo Yaoyorozu wore elegant crimson sleepwear and organized books and toiletries neatly on the shared table.

Toru Hagakure's presence was mostly revealed by floating pajamas and moving blankets as her laughter occasionally echoed throughout the room.

Cabin Delta

Located southwest of the campfire, slightly separated from the others.

Unlike the student cabins, its walls were dark gray, while the roof was deep navy blue. Additional cameras and lanterns had been installed around the building. Small security lights illuminated the area throughout the night.

This cabin had been designated for {{user}}, the former villain captured while still young and later placed under U.A.'s Villain Rehabilitation Program. Though allowed to participate alongside Class 1-A, supervision remained constant. The cabin itself contained a bed, desk, bookshelf, and various materials provided by U.A., while nearby observation equipment allowed the staff to monitor the area.

South of the camp sat the cedar bathhouse. Steam rose from the windows into the cold night air, and the scent of soap and minerals drifted across the clearing. A few lanterns reflected upon the surface of the outdoor hot springs.

Beyond the bathhouse, the training grounds stretched into darkness. Massive boulders, climbing walls, and exercise fields cast long shadows beneath the moonlight. Further still, the endless forest surrounded the camp from every direction.

Towering trees whispered in the breeze.

Crickets sang.

The grass swayed softly.

And beneath the countless stars overhead, the isolated camp hidden among the mountains appeared peaceful.

But with twenty future heroes, several Pro Heroes, and one rehabilitating former villain sleeping beneath its roofs, the quiet forest carried the feeling that anything could happen before dawn.

The invasion

The first lunch break of the day had just begun at U.A. High School, the campus still carrying the lingering tension of a brand-new morning. Class 1-A had been released from the classroom only minutes earlier, and the students were scattered between the cafeteria, the hallways, and the open courtyard outside the main building. U.A. itself stood behind its reinforced entrance barrier, a security system designed to seal off unauthorized access at the gate. The school was the top hero academy in Japan, and that reputation showed in every alarm panel, camera, and patrol route surrounding the main campus.

{{user}}, the young former villain placed into U.A.’s Villain Rehabilitation Program, was with the class during this first recess of the day. They were not a prisoner anymore, but they were still very much a presence that made the room—then the hall, then the whole campus—feel different. Some students kept their distance. Others stared too long. A few were already trying, in awkward little ways, to treat {{user}} like just another student.

That fragile balance shattered in an instant.

It started at the external gates.

At first, it was only a tremor through the ground—subtle enough to be mistaken for construction, or thunder, or the vibration of a heavy truck hitting the road outside the campus. Then came the sound: a deep metallic screech as the outer security systems strained against something far stronger than they were meant to stop. A moment later, the U.A. Barrier flared with a sharp white pulse, the entire perimeter flashing like a wound of light across the front gate.

Then the alarms hit.

Red warning lights burst to life across the campus.

Sirens cut through the air in long, brutal waves.

The cheerful lunch-break noise vanished almost instantly, replaced by chair legs scraping, shocked voices, and the sharp echo of footsteps racing down hallways.

From the external gates, the League of Villains advanced fast and unapologetically, moving like a blade cutting straight through the school’s calm.

Tomura Shigaraki led the charge, pale fingers flexing as he strode forward with a restless, twitching intensity, his expression flat and dangerous. Kurogiri moved beside him like a living shadow, black fog rippling around his body as he opened warped, unstable pathways to keep the attack moving. Dabi followed with his hands in his coat pockets, pale blue flames already flickering to life in small, threatening bursts around his gaunt fingers. Himiko Toga, with her messy grin and pale schoolgirl-like appearance distorted by the grin on her face, skipped lightly over broken pavement as if this were some twisted game rather than an assault on a hero academy. Twice stayed close behind, restless and jittery, his body language splitting between agitation and manic energy as he lunged forward with unpredictable motions. The entire group looked less like a raid force than a violent storm given human shape. Shigaraki is the League’s leader, Kurogiri is a loyal central operative, Toga is the youngest member, and Dabi and Twice are also established League members in canon.

The first blast from the gate did not fully break it, but it bent the structure hard enough to make the steel groan. Dust exploded outward in a pale cloud. Chunks of concrete cracked free from the outer wall. The sound rolled across the courtyard like a cannon shot.

Inside the main building, everything went into instant chaos.

The lunch break had been ordinary only seconds earlier—trays in hands, conversations in progress, a few students already halfway through their meals. Now chairs tipped over, people shouted over one another, and the entire first floor shuddered as another impact struck somewhere outside.

“Intruders!”

“The gate’s under attack!”

“Run—no, evacuate—”

The emergency speakers switched on with a harsh electronic crackle.

“This is not a drill. All students follow instructor directions immediately. Proceed to secure locations.”

The announcement repeated, clipped and urgent, while the red alarm lights kept strobing across the ceiling.

Near the cafeteria entrance, Izuku Midoriya froze for a fraction of a second, the shock visible even before fear could settle into his face. Katsuki Bakugo shoved his tray aside with a violent scrape of metal. Shoto Todoroki’s eyes narrowed sharply, the temperature around him already shifting. Ochaco Uraraka stepped back so fast her chair nearly toppled. Iida barked orders through the confusion, his arms rigid with panic and discipline at the same time. Mina’s expression drained of color. Kirishima tensed, his hands already clenching into fists. Jiro’s earphones twitched as the alarms filled the air. Momo was already turning toward the nearest students, trying to assess who needed guidance first.

And through all of it, the presence of {{user}} remained impossible to ignore.

Not because {{user}} caused the attack.

Because the attack was aimed at them.

The realization moved through the class in ugly, silent waves. Some students looked toward {{user}} with open alarm. Others looked at the gates as if trying to understand how a former villain had become important enough for the League of Villains to storm U.A. in broad daylight.

Outside, the villains were already pushing inward.

Kurogiri’s warp-like fog spread near the shattered entrance, swallowing distance and making the front approach hard to read. Dabi’s flames snapped against the broken concrete, turning the air harsh and hot. Toga darted ahead with unsettling speed, weaving around debris as if she were already inside the school in her mind. Twice shouted at himself, split between directions, each motion more frantic than the last. Shigaraki did not rush. He advanced with a steady, crawling certainty that made everything around him feel more fragile by comparison.

The soundscape was overwhelming: sirens, cracked stone, metal groaning under stress, wind pulling through a damaged gate, distant shouts from staff, and the constant stutter of emergency lights flickering across the campus walls. Dust hung in the sunlight like smoke. Every step the villains took sent another ripple through the broken entrance.

And at the center of it all was one clear objective.

They were here for {{user}}.

The former villain who had been brought into U.A. under the VRP had become the reason the League of Villains was now forcing its way through the school’s front line, racing straight toward the central building before the heroes could fully organize their response.

The first day of recess was gone in an instant.

What had begun as lunch break had turned into a siege.

And U.A., with all its alarms flashing and its students frozen between fear and resolve, was no longer a school at peace—it was a battlefield waiting to ignite.

City patrol

U.A. High School stood within Musutafu, its towering walls and sprawling grounds overlooking the bustling city below. It was from Heights Alliance that today's supervised patrol had departed, leading several students of Class 1-A into one of Musutafu's busy commercial districts for practical observation and public safety training.

The sky above the city was clear, streaked with thin clouds glowing beneath the afternoon sun. Golden light reflected from shop windows and traffic signs, bathing the streets in a warm amber hue. A cool breeze drifted through the avenues, carrying the smell of hot asphalt, fresh takoyaki, sweet pastries, and the faint humidity from a nearby canal. Cars rolled slowly through intersections while bicycles rang their bells and pedestrians moved between stores and cafés, giving the district its usual lively rhythm.

Today's patrol took place near the station district, where broad sidewalks stretched between small convenience stores, cafés with dark glass windows, fruit stands, bakeries, and apartment buildings four or five stories high. Colorful signs decorated the storefronts while televisions inside electronics shops silently displayed the afternoon news. Office workers walked home, mothers pushed strollers, and high school students from other schools chatted among themselves.

To ordinary civilians, it simply looked like another peaceful evening in Musutafu.

But for U.A.'s students, this was training.

Leading the group was Shota Aizawa.

Dressed in his familiar black hero costume with his capture weapon scarf wrapped loosely around his neck, Aizawa walked with his hands inside his pockets and his usual exhausted expression. His posture seemed relaxed, but his sharp eyes constantly moved across the streets, windows, rooftops, and crowds around them.

Beside him walked All Might in his thin form. Wearing casual clothes beneath a light coat, he smiled warmly at passing civilians and occasionally pointed out details to the students.

"Being a hero isn't simply defeating villains," he reminded them. "People feel safer simply knowing you're there."

Present Mic followed nearby, wearing a bright patrol vest over his clothes and his headphones hanging around his neck. True to form, he seemed incapable of remaining quiet.

"LOOK AT THIS ENERGY, EVERYBODY! MUSUTAFU'S GOT STYLE!"

Several pedestrians laughed as he waved at them enthusiastically.

Midnight walked on the opposite side of the street. Elegant and composed, she wore a more practical patrol outfit while quietly observing reflections in store windows and noting suspicious movements with the experience of a veteran hero.

Among the students, every personality showed itself.

Izuku Midoriya wore comfortable training clothes beneath his patrol vest and clutched a small notebook to his chest. His green eyes constantly darted between the buildings, civilians, and his teachers.

"Interesting... the amount of foot traffic here means evacuation routes would have to—"

"KNOCK IT OFF, DEKU."

Bakugo growled while walking beside him.

Wearing dark pants and a partially unzipped patrol jacket, Katsuki Bakugo had both hands inside his pockets and an expression that suggested the entire city annoyed him.

"If a villain shows up, I'll blast them before you finish muttering."

Todoroki walked quietly beside them.

His casual clothes and patrol vest contrasted with his calm expression as his mismatched eyes calmly scanned the streets.

"You're both loud."

Ochaco Uraraka smiled warmly at civilians who recognized the U.A. uniforms. Dressed in a comfortable light jacket and skirt beneath her vest, she occasionally waved shyly at children.

Momo Yaoyorozu looked as elegant as ever. Her uniform was perfectly neat, and she carried a small notebook while mentally cataloguing emergency exits and escape routes.

Tenya Iida marched with perfect posture, occasionally chopping the air with his arms.

"Please refrain from blocking the sidewalk, everyone!"

Mina Ashido ignored him entirely.

Wearing colorful casual clothes beneath her vest, she walked backwards while talking to Hagakure.

"Hey, Toru! We should totally come back here sometime!"

"Hagakure's invisible laughter echoed nearby.*

Kirishima smiled broadly at almost everyone.

"Man, this weather's great!"

Denki Kaminari pointed excitedly at various stores.

"Dude, dude! Look at that arcade!"

Sero laughed beside him while carrying several drinks purchased during a short break.

Tsuyu Asui quietly observed rooftops and alleyways.

"Ribbit. There are lots of blind spots."

Kyoka Jiro listened to the sounds around them through her heightened senses, her headphones resting around her neck.

Tokoyami moved beneath the shadows cast by the buildings, appearing strangely at home in the evening atmosphere.

Shoji maintained some distance from civilians to avoid intimidating them.

Meanwhile, Koda quietly fed crumbs to a pair of pigeons perched near a flower shop.

Aoyama occasionally checked his own reflection in store windows.

Mineta complained about the heat.

And walking among them was {{user}}.

Unlike the others, {{user}} carried a history no one could ignore.

Once a young villain captured before adulthood, {{user}} had been deemed too young to spend life behind bars. Instead, the Hero Public Safety Commission had placed them into U.A.'s controversial Villain Rehabilitation Program.

Now, for the first time, the former villain walked openly beside future heroes.

Not as a prisoner.

Not as an enemy.

But not quite as an ordinary student either.

Some civilians recognized {{user}}.

A teenager whispered to his friend.

"Isn't that..."

A mother instinctively held her child's hand tighter.

An elderly man narrowed his eyes before continuing on his way.

Others simply stared.

Yet nobody in Class 1-A abandoned {{user}}.

Kirishima smiled normally, treating them no differently.

Uraraka offered a gentle wave.

Midoriya looked several times in {{user}}'s direction, wanting to speak but unsure how.

Jiro noticed the silence and chose not to force conversation.

Bakugo simply clicked his tongue.

"Tch."

As if to say he wasn't interested in the past.

Aizawa remained close enough to intervene if necessary, but far enough to allow {{user}} to breathe.

All Might quietly watched from behind, paying attention to every reaction.

Nearby, a street vendor called out to customers beside his takoyaki stand.

A bus released a hiss of compressed air.

A bicycle bell rang.

Children laughed.

Traffic lights changed.

The city continued moving around them.

"Keep your eyes open."

Aizawa spoke without raising his voice.

"Patrol isn't just about fighting."

"It's about reading people."

Present Mic pointed dramatically toward a side street.

"And noticing who's nervous!"

"Who's hiding!"

"And who's trying too hard to act normal!"

The words hung in the air.

Not as a warning.

But as a reminder.

As the sun slowly dipped lower, golden light reflected off the skyscrapers and the neon signs began to awaken one by one.

The group continued down the avenue together, a colorful line of future heroes—and one rehabilitating former villain—walking side by side while Musutafu breathed and lived around them.

And for now...

The city remained peaceful.

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