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[IZUKU] This is a superhuman society,

with 80 percent of us possessing some uncanny ability.

Cities swirled with chaos and confusion

following the appearance of these powers,

and a new profession emerged.

We call those who fight for justice

and help other in need, "heroes."

Oh, by the way,

this is the story of how I became

the world's greatest hero!

[PRESENT MIC] Welcome to the first match

of the finals tournament.

It's Izuku Midoriya from the hero course, versus,

Hitoshi Shinso from general studies!

The rules are simple:

Immobilize your opponent or force them outta the ring!

You can also win by getting the other person to cry uncle.

[sighs]

[SHINSO] So you can just give up, huh?

[gasps]

[SHINSO] In a way, this is a test

of how strong your spirit is.

If you know what you want your future to hold,

you can't worry about what other people think.

[PRESENT MIC] Ready?

That monkey was going on about his pride earlier.

[PRESENT MIC] Begin!

[SHINSO] But I just think he's an idiot

for throwing away his chance like that.

[gasps]

[growls]

Don't you talk about Ojiro that way, you hear me?

[SHINSO] That's it. I win.

[groans] I warned him not to say anything!

[ALL MIGHT gasps]

[PRESENT MIC] Huh?! Hey, hey...

Come on, Deku!

Why in the world isn't he moving?

[PRESENT MIC] It should start out with a bang!

[PRESENT MIC] The fight has just begun

and Izuku Midoriya is... completely frozen?

He's not moving a muscle!

And what's with that look on his face?

Could this be a Quirk at work?

Hitoshi Shinso seems to have Izuku Midoriya

completely stunned!

[PRESENT MIC] He didn't stand out in the first rounds at all,

but it's possible Shinso's crazy powerful!

Who could've imagined this turn of events?

That's the Festival for ya! [laughs]

[AIZAWA] This is a perfect example of why

the entrance exam isn't rational.

[PRESENT MIC] Huh? Why's that?

[AIZAWA] Since we're on to the individual matches,

I had some information compiled about our final competitors.

Shinso failed the practical exam to get into the hero course.

Since he also applied for general studies,

he probably figured that would happen.

His Quirk is incredibly strong,

but that entrance test consisted of fighting faux villains.

Robots.

It gave a huge advantage to those

who had physical superpowers they could show off.

[AIZAWA] Despite his abilities, Shinso never

stood a chance at passing.

[SHINSO] So here we are.

You're lucky to have been so blessed, Izuku Midoriya.

Now turn around and walk out of bounds

like a good little hero.

[PRESENT MIC] Uh-- What?! Ah! Midoriya's obeying him!

Oh, no, Deku, what are you doing?

He can't walk out of the ring! He'll lose the match if he does!

[ALL MIGHT] What is this power?

[PRESENT MIC] Hitoshi Shinso! His Quirk: Brainwashing!

When an opponent answers his question,

it flips a switch in their minds,

forcing them to do whatever he says.

Not every question does it, though.

He only brainwashes when he wants to.

Not very flashy...

[AIZAWA] In the fitness test on the first day of school,

Midoriya scored pretty low for a student

who'd been accepted into the hero course.

Still, even in tests where he didn't use his Quirk,

he outperformed Shinso.

If they fought without powers,

Midoriya would almost certainly win.

But he'd have to overcome Shinso's Brainwashing

to do that.

Either way, this match will be over quickly.

[ALL MIGHT gasps, yelps] What are you doing, kid?

Get back in there and show 'im what you're made of!

[IZUKU] What's happening?

My body's moving on its own.

I feel like my brain is full of fog.

I can't concentrate.

No! Not like this.

Gotta stop! Dammit!

I fell for it, even after Ojiro warned me

about his power. I'm an idiot.

This is all my fault!

[gulps] So his Quirk is that he can control other people?

Can I beat something like that?

Yes. By not giving him a chance to use it.

He didn't get into my head until I answered

a question he asked me before the second round.

I think that's the secret behind his power.

So I have to be careful not to say anything

or I'll lose for sure.

[OJIRO] Not exactly.

Even if he gets you, there's still a chance.

For round two,

I don't remember anything at all

except the very end of the battle.

[OJIRO] I think we were running away after Shinso

took Tetsutetsu's headband.

I bumped into another person, and it was like I woke up.

[gasps]

[OJIRO] I was me again.

And suddenly I was able to think clearly.

So that bump broke his hold?

[OJIRO] Maybe. It's only a guess.

Still...

I don't know how much of a shock it would take

to break his spell.

And in a one-on-one match, you can't count

on an outside force intervening to help you.

Anyway, man, I hope that's helpful,

'cause it's all I know.

Thank you so much.

You're a good guy, Ojiro!

I know this sounds selfish, but I'll say it anyway.

Beat this guy for you and me, all right?

I'll do my best!

[IZUKU] I can't stop it.

[IZUKU] I'm going to lose. It's all over.

[IZUKU] Even though...

...so many people are counting on me...

Everyone is watching...

Everyone!

[IZUKU] What... is... that?

[IZUKU] Wait.

[SHINSO] Even with a Quirk like this,

I have my own dreams of becoming a great hero.

[SHINSO] So, lose for me.

[gasps, pants]

[PRESENT MIC] What's this? Midoriya stopped just in time!

[CROWD cheers]

That's the way to do it!

Whoa. I was about to freak out!

[AIZAWA gasps] His fingers.

He broke them in order to stop Shinso.

Whew, that just about killed me.

No. Impossible.

You're not supposed to be able to fight back!

What did you do?

[IZUKU] I'm the one who used One For All.

But I'm not the one who moved my fingers just now.

It was like people I didn't know came into my mind.

And for a second,

it was clear.

Could it be--

[ALL MIGHT] One For All.

A sacred torch that's been passed on from person to person.

[IZUKU] Those people.

Were they the ones who cultivated this power?

Did they save me? Is that even possible?

How'd you do that?

[IZUKU] Later.

I don't have time to figure things out right now.

I have to focus.

[SHINSO] He won't answer.

Did he figure it out?

No. He's known.

That monkey must have told him.

I have to get him to talk again.

Come on, say something.

I didn't know you had so much power

in your fingers. I'm kind of jealous of you.

[IZUKU] I know what that jealousy feels like.

I've been there.

Thanks to the way my Quirk works,

I've always been at a big disadvantage.

But someone as blessed as you wouldn't understand that.

[IZUKU] I get it.

Even though he's right.

I have been blessed.

You're lucky enough to have a heroic Quirk!

It'll be so easy for you to reach your goal!

[IZUKU] I've been blessed by others.

That's why I'm here!

Say something, dammit!

[IZUKU] I can't lose this.

[gasps]

[IZUKU] I'll do it for them!

[SHINSO] He's pushing me out.

[groans]

[SHINSO] You've gotta be kidding me!

Get out of this ring, you lucky brat!

[yells]

[IZUKU] No. I refuse to let this be the end!

[MIDNIGHT] Shinso is out of bounds!

Midoriya advances to the next match!

[CROWD cheers]

Whoa!

Your Quirk is brainwashing?

That's so cool!

[STUDENT 20B] Seriously!

I can't think of anyone who's had that power!

I'm so jealous, Shinso.

Imagine all the cool stuff you could do controlling people.

Yeah, you can do any bad thing you want.

And no one would ever know it was you.

Just promise you won't make us your slaves, okay?

[SHINSO] Heh... Everyone always says that.

[SHINSO] Of course.

I'd probably think anyone with my power

would use it for evil, too.

"Sounds criminal, Shinso."

"It's the perfect power for a villain to have."

I'm used to people looking at me like I'm the bad guy.

But you know what?

[SHINSO] I'm not.

[PRESENT MIC] And with that expertly performed throw,

we have our first victor of the finals!

Class 1-A's Izuku Midoriya!

[CROWD cheers]

[sighs] Ugh, that was so nerve-wracking!

[TENYA] Turning the tables at the last moment--

a classic Midoriya maneuver!

He's pulled that shoulder throw on you before, huh?

Shut your damn face, Sparky.

[KATSUKI] That jerkwad.

He's definitely aiming for the top.

And that purple-haired guy fell for his trap!

[AIZAWA] He focused his power like he did

in the fitness test, and used the throw from combat training.

It's not just that he's learning from his experiences:

he's using every trick he's picked up to improve his odds.

[PRESENT MIC] Oh, yeah!

That was actually kind of a boring first match, kids.

But both of you fought bravely.

Let's show them some love, everyone!

[applause]

[SHINSO] Someone as blessed as you

could never understand!

It'll be so easy for you to reach your goal!

Why do you wanna be a hero?

What's driving you?

[SHINSO grunts]

I'll be a hero.

[SHINSO] You can't help the things your heart longs for.

[gasps]

[IZUKU] I felt the same way.

Before I inherited One For All, I was just like him.

[IZUKU] But, nothing I say is going to make him feel better.

[STUDENT 15A] You were awesome out there, Shinso!

[gasps]

We're proud a' you!

You didn't tell us you were that good!

Yeah, you're the star of our program!

I can't believe you put up such a great fight

against the dude who was in first place earlier!

[STUDENT 15A] Listen to them!

With a Quirk like that,

it would be very simple to capture dangerous villains.

Wish I had it.

[HERO 20B] I can't believe they stuck him

in General Studies. Those idiots.

Well, there are a ton of applicants each year.

Guess sometimes people slip through the cracks.

[HERO 20E] If only he had more combat experience.

[HERO 20D] Yeah, I bet he would've dominated.

[HERO 20E] What a waste.

Shinso, you hear that?

It's great! They think you're incredible!

[SHINSO] Depending on the results,

they might transfer people into the hero course.

Remember that.

Even if it didn't work out this time,

I'm not giving up.

I'll get onto the hero track, get certified, and then,

I'll become a better pro than any of you.

[IZUKU inhales]

[IZUKU grunts]

[IZUKU gasps] He got me again!

But why? The match is over!

[SHINSO chuckles] You know, usually people tense up

whenever they talk to me.

If you're not on guard, someone's going to defeat you.

So be careful.

[gasps]

[SHINSO] You better not lose and make me look bad.

[IZUKU] Shinso...

[IZUKU] I won't!

[IZUKU gasps]

[RECOVERY GIRL] Mmmmwah! That should do it.

[IZUKU] That match with Shinso--

I couldn't smile through it like you would.

[sighs] I heard some of the things he said to you.

It must've been painful,

knowing how much you could relate to him.

Yeah. But I still couldn't go easy on him.

I have to keep my eye on the prize.

Aiming for the top. Just like you've said.

[sighs] You poor little darling.

Have you been putting too much pressure on him again?

[ALL MIGHT groans]

It was necessary, and that hurt!

[IZUKU] Oh, yeah. All Might!

[ALL MIGHT groaning]

[IZUKU] I had... some kind of vision in the match.

There were... people.

Maybe eight or nine of them? I'm not sure.

When I was under Shinso's control,

it felt like my brain was full of fog or something.

But when the vision appeared,

it completely drove the fog away.

That's when I was finally able to move for a second.

Just my fingertips.

[IZUKU] One of the figures had eyes

just like yours, All Might.

Do you think all the people who've used

One For All in the past were there, pushing me on?

Like spirits?

Spooky. I'm a ghost?

Huh?! I thought you'd have answers!

[ALL MIGHT] Actually, I saw something like that, too.

In my younger days.

Uh?

It's a clear sign that you're getting

closer to making One For All your own power.

What was it?

I think it's like a trace of the user's spirit

that's left behind in One For All when it's passed on.

Don't worry.

Whatever you saw, it won't be interfering

with you or your progress in the future, I'm sure.

In other words, that vision

wasn't what got rid of the brainwashing effects.

Regardless of what you saw out there,

it was your passion that allowed you to overcome

Shinso's power, even if it was only long enough

for you to wiggle your fingertips

and expel some energy.

Man, that explanation is so not satisfying.

Forget about it!

More importantly, shouldn't you be worrying

about who you're fighting next?

Huh?

You're right.

Thank you both very much!

[RECOVERY GIRL] You're welcome.

[IZUKU] Goodbye!

[RECOVERY GIRL] So, he saw you there, too.

That's a good thing.

[TODOROKI] Of course Midoriya won.

What do you want?

You're acting disgracefully, Shoto.

[ENDEAVOR] If you simply used the power in your left side,

you would've had an overwhelming victory

in both of the first rounds.

It's time to stop this childish rebellion

of yours. You have a duty to surpass

that imbecile All Might.

Do you understand what I'm saying?

You're different from your siblings.

You're my greatest masterpiece.

[TODOROKI] Is that all you have to say to me, you bastard?

I'll win this match and advance using only Mom's Quirk.

I won't give you the pleasure of seeing me use yours.

Even if that works for you in this tournament,

you'll soon find the limits of that power.

[OCHACO] Ah! There you are, Deku!

You did good!

Come on down here-- we saved a seat for you!

Ha! Thanks, guys!

[PRESENT MIC] Enough standing around.

Now welcome to the ring, our next players.

[PRESENT MIC] He's got skills!

But at the expense of some really creepy-looking elbows.

From the hero course, it's Hanta Sero!

That was uncalled for.

[PRESENT MIC] Versus, an early frontrunner

in the competition who's way too strong

for his own good!

Someone who rightfully got into the hero course

based on recommendations!

It's Shoto Todoroki!

[PRESENT MIC] And now, for the second match

of the finals.

--[PRESENT MIC] Ready? --Well, I don't really feel

--Begin! --like I can win this fight.

But, man--

I don't feel like losing, either!

[PRESENT MIC] That attack could throw his opponent

out of bounds!

A brilliant, surprise opening from the underdog!

Way to start off strong, Sero!

Apologies.

[SERO gasps]

[RECOVERY GIRL] Is that... an earthquake?

What the heck is goin' on?

Was that--?

[ALL gasping]

[DEATH ARMS] Holy crap.

[pants]

[ENDEAVOR] Hmph.

[SERO] Um...

Don't you think you went overboard?

Tell the truth, Sero.

Can you move at all?

Are you kidding? Obviously not.

My body is freezing!

[MIDNIGHT] Sero has been immobilized!

Todoroki advances to the second round!

Um. Well, nice try!

Nice try!

[AUDIENCE] Nice try!

[HERO 20H] Nice try!

[AUDIENCE] Nice try!

Sorry about that. It was a bit much.

I was angry, is all.

[IZUKU] As the crowd shouted, trying to make

Sero feel better,

Todoroki took a moment to melt his opponent

from the ice prison he'd created.

[IZUKU] For some reason, in that moment,

he looked very sad to me.

[ALL MIGHT] Surprise! The preview is here!

[IZUKU] It's the UA Sports Festival finals tournament,

where 16 players will clash in a battle of wits,

Quirks, and pride!

[ALL MIGHT] It's still anyone's game at this point.

[IZUKU] Even so--

[ALL MIGHT] The only ones who can win

are those who train diligently every day

and cling to their dreams of becoming heroes!

Come on, kiddoes, show us what you're made of!

Do your best and act like real pros!

[IZUKU] Next time: "Battle on, Challengers!"

[ALL MIGHT] Young Iida is manipulated by a girl

and ends up humiliated!

[IZUKU] Go beyond!

[IZUKU, ALL MIGHT] Plus Ultra!