Getting proposed as a Shonen Hero? Feels good..
What is the Work?[]
Henry Danger is a superhero sitcom created by Dan Schneider and Dana Olsen and aired on Nickelodeon. It follows 13 year-old Henry Hart, as he lands a part-time job as Kid Danger, the sidekick to Swellview's well-known superhero Captain Man.
Who is the Candidate?[]
Henry Prudence Hart, aka Kid Danger later Danger Man, is one of the main protagonists of the Dangerverse franchise. Serving as the titular main protagonist of Henry Danger and its movie Henry Danger: The Movie, and the overarching protagonist of Danger Force.
What Makes Him a Shonen Hero?[]
Basic Traits[]
- Heroic/Honorable: Henry has saved not only Swellview, but the entire world from multiple threats.
- Courageous/Reckless: Henry is willing to face any obstacles without hesitation.
- Energetic: Henry has moments of being excitable.
- Pursues a Big-End Goal: Inspired by Captain Man, Henry wants to lead a heroic life.
- Hard-Working: Henry trains very hard under Captain Man's tutelage to the point of gaining superhuman reflexes.
- Optimistic: While he has moments of doubting himself, Henry continues to look on the bright side.
- Idealistic: When others don't believe in themselves, Henry believes that they have potential and is able to help to bring it out.
- For example, Henry helps the worst basketball team win by acting as their coach.
- Determined: Regardless of the obstacles stacked against him, Henry would be the last one to back out from a fight.
- Confident: Henry has high faith in himself and his ability to win.
- Self-Sacrificing: To protect those he cares about, Henry puts his life on the line.
- Resilient: While he has his share of defeats, Henry views his losses as opportunities to grow stronger and smarter.
- Youthful: Though he is one of the most levelheaded characters in the series, Henry has a fun-loving streak.
Bonus Traits[]
- Believes in the Power of Friendship: Henry highly values friends Jasper and Charlotte to the point of being protective of them.
- Possesses Plot Armor: Henry has survived countless perils throughout the series, going as far as to use it as an opportunity to fake his death as Kid Danger to end his legacy in Swellview.
- Short-Tempered: Though rather laid-back, Henry has moments of losing his cool and becoming resentful towards others.
- Has an Idol: Henry looks up to Captain Man.
- Mischievous: While he is more disciplined and responsible than his younger sister Piper, Henry has moments of doing things he shouldn't do.
- Is a Primary-Color Champion: Kid Danger's outfit is composed of red, blue and white.
- Is a True Hero: Out of noble intentions, Henry protects the world from countless villains.
- Is a Mascot with Attitude: Henry is a superhero with a laid-back attitude.
- Street-Smart: Henry is highly capable of thinking on the fly.
- Is a Kid/Teen Hero: Henry begins his journey as a hero at 13 years old.
Verdict?[]
Easy yes. Henry's story is about going from a boy to a man and he faces countless trials along the way.