Taishiro Toyomitsu, also known as Fat Gum, is the current No.58 pro hero who stands out with his 8 feet 2 inch rounded physique and yellow costume. Despite his appearance, Fat Gum possesses a surprisingly muscular body and is capable of adapting to various situations. Interestingly, his shape is said to resemble that of a Matryoshka doll. When Fat Gum exhausts his defenses and becomes significantly weakened, his true strength as a muscular man is revealed from underneath his egg-like exterior.
The Pro Hero
Fat Gum is a hero with a friendly and carefree attitude, often found snacking or sharing snacks with fellow heroes. However, he takes his job seriously and can quickly assess and take control of tense situations, thanks to his experience working with the police. He is vigilant while on duty and has a good understanding of how villains operate. Saving lives and helping people is his top priority, and he takes his responsibility of looking after others very seriously.
Fat Gum's unique quirk, "fat absorption," allows him to immobilize and capture villains by using his ample body fat to absorb them upon contact. This means that any punch or attack made against him will only result in the attacker being trapped within his body. Additionally, Fat Gum is able to store kinetic energy, which he can then use as a powerful counterattack. Despite his large size, Fat Gum is incredibly agile and can move quickly to catch his opponents off guard. He also has the ability to use his body as a shield to protect his allies during battle. This was demonstrated when he absorbed the barrage of punches from Kendo Rappa and used the accumulated energy to deliver a devastating blow. However, this attack caused Fat Gum to lose all of his body fat and revert to his normal human form.
Fat Gum's strength and durability are unmatched, and coupled with his quirk, he is a formidable hero capable of executing both offensive and defensive attacks with precision. His experience as a hero has granted him the ability to assess any given situation and make tactical decisions that ensure his safety as well as the safety of those around him.
As a mentor in the hero community, Fat Gum is highly regarded for his experience and teaching abilities. He has taken Suneater and Red Riot under his wing to train them to become better heroes. Even in the middle of a battle, he is able to provide guidance and direction to boost morale and give his protégés the strength they need to succeed.
Fat Gum also recognizes acts of heroism and bravery, such as Red Riot's willingness to protect him during a fight with Kendo. This allowed Fat Gum to store energy and deliver a powerful punch that destroyed Kendo's protective barrier. With his impressive ability to store and release energy, Fat Gum has proven to be an invaluable asset in life-threatening situations.
Beyond his heroic abilities, Fat Gum is beloved for his caring nature and positive attitude. Many heroes and civilians look up to him, making him a truly lovable character in the My Hero Academia series.