Izuku Midoriya’s Hero Analysis Journal: Special Entry on Unsung Heroes and Formidable Foes!
AKA: How To Make a Mountain out of two very small roles
Hey there! Izuku Midoriya here, and boy, do I have some exciting hero analysis to share with you today! You know how I’m always scribbling in my notebooks about heroes? Well, today I want to talk about two really interesting characters I’ve encountered in my journey to become the greatest hero. One’s not even a pro hero, and the other’s a villain, but they both have so much to teach us!
Untenmaru Kurumada: The Unsung Hero of the Driver’s Seat!
First up is Untenmaru Kurumada. Now, you might be thinking, “Deku, how can a driver be a hero?” But that’s what’s so amazing about our world! Heroes come in all shapes and sizes, and sometimes they don’t even need flashy Quirks to make a huge difference!
I met Kurumada during an intense mission with Endeavor, Kacchan, and Todoroki. We were chasing a dangerous villain, and let me tell you, my heart was racing faster than All Might can move! But Kurumada? He was cool as ice cream on a hot summer day! His driving skills were nothing short of miraculous. The way he maneuvered through the city streets was like watching a pro hero in action. It made me realize that sometimes, the most crucial support doesn’t come from flashy Quirks, but from everyday skills perfected to an art form!
Oh, and get this – his name is super clever! It combines the Japanese words for “driver” and “car.” How cool is that? It’s like his parents knew he was destined to be behind the wheel!
Sidero: The Villain with Chains of Steel and Conviction
Now, onto someone from the other side of the hero-villain spectrum – Sidero. I encountered him during one of the most intense battles of my life, in the movie World Heroes’ Mission. (Can you believe I’m in a movie? My mom probably cried when she found out!)
Sidero is part of this terrifying group called Humarise. Their goal? To wipe out all Quirk users with these horrible things called “Trigger Bombs.” Just thinking about it makes my skin crawl! Sidero’s Quirk lets him create chains from his body, and let me tell you, fighting against those was like trying to punch through a steel wall!
But you know what? Even though Sidero is a villain, there’s still so much to learn from him. His dedication to his cause, misguided as it is, shows how powerful conviction can be. It reminds me that as heroes, we need to be just as committed to protecting people as villains are to their goals. Plus, his chain Quirk is so versatile – it’s both a weapon and a tool. It makes me think about all the different ways I could use One For All!
The Amazing People Behind My Hero Academia
Oh, and I almost forgot! Both Untenmaru and Sidero are voiced by this super talented guy named D.C. Douglas. Can you believe it? The same person who gives voice to a helpful driver also brings a terrifying villain to life! It’s like he has a Quirk that lets him become anyone!
And speaking of amazing people, I have to mention Kohei Horikoshi. He’s the incredible manga artist who created our world! Sometimes I wonder if he has a Quirk that lets him bring imagination to life on paper. The anime is made by Studio Bones and directed by Kenji Nagasaki. They’re like the support team behind the scenes, making sure our adventures look as awesome as they feel!
In the English version (which is so weird to think about – people in other countries watching us!), I’m voiced by Justin Briner. All Might is Christopher Sabat, Todoroki is David Matranga, and Kacchan is Clifford Chapin. It’s like they’re heroes too, bringing our stories to life for people all over the world!
What I’ve Learned
Analyzing Untenmaru and Sidero has taught me so much about what it means to be a hero. Untenmaru showed me that heroism isn’t always about fighting villains or having the flashiest Quirk. Sometimes, it’s about being really, really good at your job and using that skill to support others. And Sidero? Well, he reminded me that the path to becoming the greatest hero isn’t just about getting stronger physically. It’s about understanding different perspectives, even those we don’t agree with, and using that knowledge to protect everyone.
In the end, whether it’s a humble driver or a chain-wielding villain, every character in our world has something to teach us about being heroes. And that’s what I love most about this journey I’m on. Every day, every encounter, is a chance to learn and grow stronger. Plus Ultra!
