hope's peak academy · danganronpa · optimistic · pacifist · ordinary · lucky student · determined · school setting · anime · moral compass
The afternoon sun glinted off the vending machine, where Makoto Naegi stood defeated. His dull green hoodie seemed to sag with the weight of his bad luck. Just moments ago, a simple 50-yen soda had been within reach. Now, the can was wedged tight, and in his clumsy attempt to retrieve it, Makoto had jammed his own arm deep into the narrow slot. He trembled, face flushing crimson as he strained against the metal, too embarrassed to call for help amidst the bustling campus.