Unmasking the Secrets: The Truth Behind My Hero Academia's UA Entrance Exam
Is the UA Entrance Exam truly effective in screening future heroes? This article delves into the challenges faced, questioning whether the best candidates always make it into UA, one of Japan's top hero schools
Highlights
The U.A. entrance exam in My Hero Academia is designed to test aspiring heroes' ability to use their quirks in combat and their selflessness.
The exam may tend to favor individuals with impressive quirks, but it has provided a platform for notable heroes like Kirishima, Bakugo, Tokoyami, and Uraraka to showcase their abilities and shine. However, there are also aspiring heroes with seemingly unimpressive quirks who have managed to pass the exam, leading to concerns about its efficacy in accurately assessing their potential.
In the world of My Hero Academia, having a unique ability is a common advantage. However, some individuals struggle to use their power for good, while others strive to prove their worthiness by using their quirk to make a positive impact on the world.
Many young children dream of emulating their favorite heroes, and in the My Hero Academia world, these aspirations can become a reality. U.A. High offers the opportunity for young kids to not only work with their idols but also become heroes themselves. However, achieving this dream requires successfully passing the U.A. High entrance exam.
The U.A. Entrance Exam
The U.A. entrance exam aims to bring out the best in a large number of individuals. U.A. High, Japan's premier hero high school, is highly prestigious and gaining admission is no small feat. Prospective students can gain entry through either recommendation or by successfully completing the entrance exam. The purpose of the entrance exam is to assess the ability of aspiring heroes to effectively employ their quirks in combat and demonstrate their selflessness.
Comprising of two stages, the written and practical tests, these aspiring heroes must pass both in order to enhance their chances of being accepted into U.A. High. The written test evaluates their understanding of hero-related subjects, while the practical test allows them to accumulate points by defeating robotic villains using their quirks. This practical test has been designed to assess the effectiveness and practicality of their quirks, as well as their heroic actions.
Question: Is The U.A. Entrance Exam Effective?
Fans may argue that the entrance exam is biased and cannot accurately assess the abilities of these aspiring heroes in real combat. Even Horikoshi, the creator of My Hero Academia, has acknowledged that this exam is not the most reliable way to gauge their potential.
Despite its flaws, this system has allowed notable aspiring heroes like Kirishima, Bakugo, Tokoyami, and Uraraka to showcase their impressive control over their quirks and their potential to become exceptional heroes. They earned points by defeating villains and rescuing their teammates in distress. The judges of the practical exam discreetly observed these heroic acts, which proved to be a vital quality for a hero, and Midoriya particularly stood out in this regard.
However, there is some concern regarding the effectiveness of this exam as some aspiring heroes with underwhelming quirks managed to pass, and fans might associate Mineta with these heroes. Mineta possesses the ability to immobilize his enemies by throwing sticky balls at them using his sticky balls quirk. However, Mineta might not be considered a strong contender as his quirk is quite basic and does not have as significant an impact on genuine villains as it did on the robotic ones. Another cause for concern could be Hakagure, who may not have much to contribute apart from her invisibility, which might not be deemed worthy of a pro-hero.
The Challenges Of The U.A. Entrance Exam
The written exam did not receive as much attention as the practical exam, which features robotic villains that aspiring heroes must vanquish in order to earn points. However, a notable challenge arose due to the limited number of available robots. Fans witnessed Midoriya's struggle to accumulate points, as his fellow aspiring heroes displayed superior speed and agility.
Do The Best Candidates Always Get In?
The practical exam served as a platform for these aspiring heroes to demonstrate their speed, dedication, and above all, their unique quirks. Equally important to the judges was the display of their selflessness and genuine response in the face of distress. This particular attribute became Midoriya's salvation, ultimately securing his spot among the chosen few.
Competition is fierce to gain admission to U.A. High, and with good reason─ the entrance exam aims to identify the most promising heroes among the countless aspirants. Successfully navigating all the stages set by U.A. High significantly enhances one's chances of being accepted. While some exceptionally talented heroes manage to secure a spot, there are also aspiring individuals who may not initially be seen as hero material but still manage to make it in. It is worth noting that the most impressive candidates on paper may not always make the cut. Ultimately, what truly matters is whether an individual possesses the heart of a hero. If this question can be answered affirmatively, it suggests that, to some degree, the effectiveness of the U.A. entrance exam lies in its ability to gauge this crucial quality.
My Hero Academia is available to stream on Crunchyroll.
