The Astounding Power of Deku: Unleashed Potential If Birthed With a Quirk

Highlights

My Hero Academia (MHA) is a successful anime franchise with a large viewership, thanks to its unique characters and engaging story arcs.

If Deku had been born with a quirk, he would possess a fusion of his parents' quirks, granting him the abilities to exhale fire and control flames already present. As a result, his persona would be more self-assured and morally ambiguous, potentially altering his determination to pursue the path of a superhero. Furthermore, it is plausible that Mirio Togata would have been the recipient of One for All instead of Deku.

My Hero Academia (MHA) stands out among the new generation of anime as one of the prominent shōnen franchises. It has gained massive popularity worldwide, thanks to its compelling storyline, diverse characters, and well-executed story arcs.

The series takes place in a world where an increasing number of individuals possess unique abilities called quirks or superpowers. In Japan, where the majority of the story unfolds, some people utilize their quirks for malicious purposes, while others dedicate themselves to becoming heroes and using their quirks for the greater good. Our protagonist, Izuku Midoria, also known as Deku, was born without a quirk. However, he aspires to become a superhero and emulate his role model, the former number-one hero, All Might.

Now, let's take a moment to imagine a different scenario: what if Deku were born with a quirk? In this intriguing premise, we will delve into the possibilities and speculate how the plot of MHA might have unfolded.

What Would His Quirk Have Been?

Originally born without a quirk, Deku later inherits One for All, one of the greatest quirks in history, from his hero All Might. However, if Deku had been born with a quirk, it would have been a combination of his parents' abilities: his father's fire-breathing and his mother's talent for attracting small objects.

With this composite quirk, Deku would possess the power to breathe fire and manipulate existing flames, enabling him to hurl them at his adversaries. Such a transformation would not only alter the storyline of My Hero Academia but also reshape Deku's personality and behavior.

A Different Deku

The fans' familiarity, love, and admiration for Izuku Midoria or Deku today stem from his personal qualities, which in turn are a result of not being born with a quirk. If he had been born with a quirk, he may have had more confidence and would not have been as shy and awkward as in his original storyline.

Without the motivation to become a superhero and save people, even in the most challenging situations, he may not have pursued this path at all. Individuals born with powerful quirks may not feel the need to become superheroes and utilize their powers for the greater good. Consequently, he would have embodied more of a morally ambiguous character, lacking traits such as compassion and a willingness to understand others.

Who Would Have Inherited One for All?

If Deku had been born with his own quirk, his path would have been different from the original storyline. He would not have crossed paths with All Might and therefore would not have inherited One for All. In this alternative scenario, the most likely candidate to inherit One for All would have been Mirio Togota, also known as Lemillion, as he was chosen by All Might to be the next wielder. It would have been highly improbable for Deku to receive One for All in this situation. Consequently, All for One would have targeted Mirio instead of Deku. Since mastering One for All requires both physical and mental strength, Mirio would have required more time to learn and control its abilities compared to Deku, who quickly adapted due to his unwavering determination to improve and save others.

Nevertheless, one potential positive outcome of this alternate story is that Deku might have led a less challenging life and avoided the pain he experiences daily since inheriting One for All in the original plot. He could have lived peacefully as an ordinary person with a quirk, or he might have even become a villain and joined Shigaraki's League of Villains or Paranormal Liberation Front. The possibilities of what could have unfolded had Deku been born with a quirk are endless, but one thing is certain: it would have dramatically altered the plot of My Hero Academia, for better or worse.