Professional Pretty Boy

worm of the hour

(based on this image…!)

But angst at the expense of Aizawa is fun. Also you needn’t worry

What if this whole incident with Shirakumo is exactly the reason why Aizawa chooses to work alone?

Like we see in the past few chapters that he has no problem teaming up with people, and has no problem telling everyone that he had help, but in reality, it had been just him. Alone. Others might see it as a great accomplishment, but all he’s thinking is how he’s lost something terribly important, vital, and how he never wants to see this repeated again. 

Cherubplay is now read-only. The read only archive will remain online for a while - at least until the end of the year, probably longer - so you’ll still be able to export your chats until then.

Whilst I was the only official staff member, there are various other people I’d like to mention and thank:

Nadia, for her guidance and general moral support.

Raleigh, for their help with the category rules.

Dmitri, Nepeat and the rest of the old Parp crew, for their support on the technical side of things.

Alex. You know why.

Everyone who gave feature requests, suggestions and bug reports. Though I didn’t get around to implementing them all, the ones that did make it in were incredibly useful.

And finally, you. I’ve received loads of messages of support and thanks from the community. There’s too many to respond to individually, but know that I’m grateful for them all <3

I was right

"IS THAT ALL MIGHT?!?!"

this makes me think this panel (which was previously thought to be referencing shirakumo) doesn’t actually refer to shirakumo, but himself:

Tons of Aizawa backstory in viginaltes

Behold.

BUT WAIT. THERES MORE

ITS THE GUY. A sunshine child!

A sense of familiarity

So I know the next chapter will be released in a few days but this most recent chapter has been on my mind for a while and it’s because of this Shirakumo character! I know many have said he resembles All Might in his youth because of their smile and overall infectious optimism, but I want to talk about something else.

These are some notes I’ve saved to my phone so apologies about how scattered they are. This was definitely a spur of the moment thing, so I didn’t get a chance to make it all fancy.

You know I was thinking more about this Shirakumo character. You’d think someone with his quirk and personality (like his optimism and overall charisma) would make him quite a popular hero and considering he would be Aizawa’s age in the current timeline, we would have heard about him. I’ve got this feeling that something unfortunate happened to him like he passed away before he could become a hero or his hero career was short-lived and it’s for that reason Aizawa has a hard time talking about it. (Edit: Or maybe because Aizawa was at such a low point in his life and felt like he wouldn’t accomplish anything, it’s painful to remember those days)

I mean besides the fact that Shirakumo saved the kitten that Aizawa wanted to save from the rain (though he did leave his umbrella which we saw he returned). I feel like there’s definitely more to it.

Had Shirakumo not seen the umbrella Aizawa left, that cat would’ve been forgotten in the rain. So really it was Aizawa who spurred Shirakumo to even consider saving that cat; Aizawa acted as a catalyst. This is so very important and significant because Aizawa (of the past) does not consider this to be an act of heroism. This chapter is told as a reflection because Aizawa is speaking in past tense where he reminisces of his youth at a time that can be so very confusing and many share the same thought: “What will I be in the future?” or something along those lines. For Aizawa we can see that he didn’t think he had it in him to be a hero simply because he didn’t have the personality, the quirk, or the confidence to be one. This ray of sunshine Shirakumo certainly played an important role in Aizawa’s life.

I really really hope I am wrong about my theories for Oboro Shirakumo and that he’s still around and thriving, but based on Aizawa’s initial reaction (see first screencap) it doesn’t seem good. It’s quite melancholy actually. However, time (like 2 days) will tell!! I just really had to get this off my chest. (Edit: Idk if this confirms whether or not he is living but Shirakumo is mentioned, though very briefly, in the main story of My Hero Academia in chapter 217...so that means he may possibly make an appearance in the main story?? I hope! He’s a cutie okay lmao. Also the readers (us) didn’t know who he was at that time because this current chapter of Vigilantes wasn’t out yet.)

Also I could be jumping the gun with this but maybe Aizawa had a similar experience as Mirio did during Sir Nighteye’s deathbed where he was told to “keep smiling” in order to “bring about a brighter future” but with Shirakumo which is why Aizawa took it upon himself to become a hero.

It goes to show that you can still influence society and make the world a better place by taking that extra step and not hesitating to do good. Changing your attitude is powerful and it makes a difference! Just look at how Aizawa turned out! Sure he’s never been the flashy type but who knows had he never encountered Shirakumo, he might not have been the hero, hell, the person he is today. (Edit: omg what if Shirakumo became a villain?? But how would that work lmao clouds are like...balls of cotton. Almost like his quirk doesn’t let him be the bad guy)

Side note: If you actually read through all of this...wth are you doing with your time hmm??? instead of reading this garbage you could be—jk jk honestly you’re amazing if you did lol lauv u <3