The Game-Changing Power: Unlocking the Secrets of Permeation in My Hero Academia's Epic Shie Hassaikai Arc

Highlights

Mirio Togata, also known as Lemillion, rises through the ranks of U.A. High School and is held in high regard as the next No.1 Pro Hero.

Mirio's extraordinary Quirk, Permeation, grants him the ability to render his body intangible, effortlessly evade attacks, and seamlessly teleport, exhibiting his incredible prowess.

Through Mirio’s awe-inspiring display of his capabilities, Class 1-A is motivated to refine their own Quirks, emphasizing the notion that any Quirk can be utilized in various combat-oriented manners.

Since his introduction in the Provisional Hero Licensing Arc, Mirio Togata, also known as Lemillion, has captured the hearts of fans in My Hero Academia. His unwavering optimism, kindness, selflessness, indomitable will, and immense strength propelled him to the top of U.A. High School's most powerful students. Many even considered him to be the next No.1 Pro Hero and the successor to All Might.

Despite facing challenges in using his Quirk during combat, Mirio persevered and surpassed the limitations of his power, reaching a level beyond human capabilities. His dedication to perfecting his abilities earned him the respect of numerous renowned heroes, including All Might himself. The initial demonstration of Mirio's Quirk, "Permeation," left audiences and Class 1-A students awestruck, providing a glimpse of his incredible potential in the Shie Hassaikai Arc.

U.A. High School's Big 3

Mirio made his first formal appearance during a meeting between Class 1-A and the Big 3 of U.A. High School, a group of third years known for being the strongest students. While he had previously shown his Quirk while talking with Deku in a more casual setting, this was the first time he revealed his immense power to the entire class. After attempting to engage with the class and failing, Mirio challenged them all to a fight, believing that actions speak louder than words.

During the match, Mirio effortlessly defeated every student in the class, only Deku was able to predict and keep up with his movements. This was all thanks to Mirio's unique Quirk, Permeation, which allowed him to make parts or his entire body intangible. With this ability, he could phase through attacks, vanish into and reappear from the ground, or even teleport by aiming himself in the right direction and becoming solid again while submerged, instantly displacing himself above ground as he couldn't merge with solid objects.

What A Real Hero Is Capable Of

Mirio's victory over the entire class led him to question if his Quirk was too formidable to be true. While some classmates agreed, Mirio elaborated on his Quirk, explaining that while intangible, it came with drawbacks such as the inability to breathe or use his senses. He compensated by training his instincts and physical strength. Mirio clarified that his power wasn't excessive, but rather his effectiveness stemmed from using his abilities efficiently and creatively, and through rigorous training, he minimized their weaknesses.

This impressive display of Mirio's capabilities had the desired impact on Class 1-A. They recognized the importance of dedicating themselves to understanding and refining their own Quirks, allowing them to harness the advantages of their abilities and unlock incredible potential, just like Mirio had. In addition to showcasing the abilities of a third-year U.A. student, this demonstration provided Class 1-A with a goal to strive for, emphasizing that any Quirk could be utilized in various ways for combat readiness.

A New Star Player

Prior to the Shie Hassaikai Raid to rescue Eri, Mirio's Quirk and physical conditioning were already highly impressive. His battle against Class 1-A only hinted at his true power. However, it was during the fight against Overhaul and the Eight Bullets of the Shie Hassaikai that Mirio's true strength was revealed. Watching Mirio push himself to the limits to save Eri was truly awe-inspiring. Despite facing the most formidable members of Overhaul's organization, including Overhaul himself, Mirio swiftly gained the upper hand.

Mirio effortlessly defeated Shin Nemoto and Deidoro Sakaki before shifting his focus to Overhaul and Hari Kurono, also known as Chronostasis. Even when facing multiple opponents, Mirio demonstrated his exceptional command of Permeation. He seamlessly maneuvered through the ground, evading their every move and selectively phasing through their attacks. Simultaneously, he dealt significant damage to both adversaries.

Forced to acknowledge Mirio's strength, Overhaul targeted Eri to prevent him from using his Quirk. This tactic was the only way for Overhaul to land a blow on Mirio, as Mirio's intangibility rendered Overhaul's ability to deform environments useless. Moreover, Mirio managed to find solutions to these attacks, overpowering both Overhaul and his henchmen. Mirio would have undoubtedly won the fight if not for the Quirk-destroying bullet, making the intervention of Deku and Sir Nighteye unnecessary. This battle showcased Mirio's incredible abilities, but unfortunately, it would be a while before fans witnessed his powers again. The fight against Overhaul exemplified the extraordinary capabilities of Permeation, marking it as the highlight of the Shie Hassaikai Arc and giving viewers a glimpse of what a true hero is capable of in My Hero Academia. Stream My Hero Academia on Crunchyroll.