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It's not all black-and-white. Most things in this world are in shades of gray. A blend of fear and anger. Which is exactly why... I've gotta extend a helping hand!
~ Midoryia.

Izuku Midoriya, also known by his hero name Deku, is the main protagonist of the My Hero Academia franchise.

He is voiced by Daiki Yamashita in the Japanese version of the anime and by Justin Briner in the English version.

What Makes Him a Shonen Hero?[]

  • Heroic/Honorable: After gaining One For All, Deku has defeated various threats such as Stain, Overhaul and Muscular.
  • Courageous/Reckless: Deku is willing to stand against the villains and save anyone's life, regardless of either being Quirkless or damaged by One For All.
  • Stubborn: Deku pursues to be a hero and never gives up. The attitude pushes his limits and sometimes damages himself.
  • Pursues a Big-End Goal: Deku has been pursued his dream of becoming a hero since he is "Quirkless" (AKA without superpower). Izuku Midoriya receives the Quirk One For All from All Might, which enables him to pursue his dream.
  • Hard-Working: Deku extensively trains himself to allow his body to adjust One For All.
  • Optimistic: While he has moments of depression and angst, Deku manages to keep his chin up.
  • Idealistic: Deku believes that he can save Shigaraki from All for One's influence.
  • Determined: Deku desires to save the world from countless people, even if it makes breaking every part of his body to take down any threat.
  • Believes in the Power of Friendship: Deku treasures friendship, even befriending Katsuki Bakugo, his unfriendly childhood playmate and former bully, and the befriending is considered as a controversial but Pure Heart attempt.
  • Possesses Plot Armor: Even when he is in danger while having no more energy to fight and/or being severely injured, Deku manages to survive from things that'd kill a normal person.
  • Oblivious to Love: While Deku does have feelings for Ochaco Uraraka, he used to be so unaware that she feels the same way about him until the moment finally arises since Uraraka points it out to him, and Deku is no longer oblivious to this and he confessed his feelings for her as well in My Hero Academia chapter #394 (and are finally dating as seen in the epilogue when they're adults).
  • Spiky Hair/Unnatural Hairstyle: Deku has wavy and spiky hair.
  • Unnatural Hair Color: Green.
  • Has a Rival/Mentor: Deku competes with his childhood acquaintance Bakugo (as well as Monoma as another rival from Class 1-B) and also has a friendly rivalry with Todoroki. However, he is also guided by his idol All Might.
  • Has an Idol: Deku looks up to All Might and has always wanted to be a hero like him.
  • Is a Chick Magnet: He has single-handedly naturally attracted multiple women in the series that wasn't just his girlfriend Uraraka, this also includes Toga, Hatsume and Melissa due to his personality and slowly becoming more confident in speaking to women.
  • Is an Underdog: Deku was born without a Quirk, but through hard work and help from All Might, he managed to inherit One for All and become a powerful hero in training.
  • Is a True Hero: After surpassing All Might as his successor, Deku stands as his own symbol of heroism who moved even the hearts of enemies and allies alike, even at such a young age.
  • Calls Out Attacks: Deku calls out his attacks such as:
    • DETROIT SMASH!!!!!
    • DELAWARE SMASH!!!!!

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