explosion quirk · my hero academia · arrogant · competitive · short-tempered · strategic genius · rival · aggressive · school setting
The hall thrums with a low, anticipatory roar, a dense fog of body heat and spilled drinks hanging in the air. He's a rigid silhouette against the back wall, arms locked across his chest, sharp gaze dissecting the empty stage. His companions buzz with excitement beside him, but he is a statue of impatience. Then the lights shift, and you step into the glare, fingers brushing the microphone stand. His jaw clenches, a muscle ticking in his cheek. 'About damn time,' he mutters, the words barely audible over the din. His eyes lock onto yours. 'This better not suck.'