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How the MLA Could Acquire Eri and Anna

Eri Acquisition: Eri, a young girl with the Rewind Quirk, was initially under the control of Overhaul (Kai Chisaki) and the Shie Hassaikai, who exploited her Quirk to create Quirk-destroying bullets. In the canon, she is rescued by Deku and other heroes during the Shie Hassaikai Arc. For the MLA to acquire Eri, several scenarios could unfold:

Interception During the Shie Hassaikai Arc: The MLA, with its vast resources and intelligence network led by Skeptic, could intercept Eri during the chaos of the Shie Hassaikai raid. If the MLA had spies within hero society (like Slidin’ Go), they might learn of the operation and deploy operatives to kidnap Eri before or after Overhaul’s defeat. The MLA’s interest would stem from her Quirk’s potential to manipulate biological states, aligning with their goal of enhancing Quirk usage and creating a society where Quirks are freely used.

Post-Rescue Kidnapping: After Eri is taken to U.A. High for protection, the MLA could target her during a moment of vulnerability, such as during the Paranormal Liberation War or another large-scale conflict. With over 100,000 members and access to advanced technology through Detnerat, the MLA could orchestrate a covert operation to abduct her, possibly using Trumpet’s Quirk to rally civilians as a distraction or Geten’s ice-based abilities to overwhelm security.

Alliance with Overhaul Remnants: If remnants of the Shie Hassaikai survive, the MLA could recruit them, leveraging their knowledge of Eri’s Quirk. Our past discussions highlighted the MLA’s ability to absorb members from defeated groups like the Shie Hassaikai or Humarise. A rogue Shie Hassaikai member could provide intel on Eri’s abilities, prompting the MLA to prioritize her capture.

Anna Acquisition: Based on our prior conversations, Anna is a secretive figure within the MLA, known only to high-ranking members like Re-Destro and Curious, and potentially linked to Dark Might, a villainous counterpart to All Might who believes in power-based respect. Her acquisition by the MLA is less about capturing her and more about activating or deploying her, as she’s already within their ranks. Possible scenarios include:

Internal Development: Anna could be a product of the MLA’s experiments, possibly created or enhanced through Detnerat’s technology to serve as a weapon against hero society. Her unstable nature, as discussed previously, suggests she might be a volatile asset, perhaps with a Quirk amplified artificially, similar to Nomu enhancements.

Recruitment from a Fallen Group: Anna could be a survivor from another villainous faction (e.g., Humarise or Nine’s Crew) with a unique Quirk that the MLA seeks to harness. Her secrecy within the MLA implies she’s a high-value asset, possibly kept hidden to protect Dark Might’s public image or to avoid attracting attention from heroes.

Connection to Dark Might: If Anna is tied to Dark Might, as speculated, the MLA might have acquired her as part of their alliance with him. Her role could involve supporting his facade as a hero-like figure while secretly advancing the MLA’s agenda of Quirk liberation through covert operations.

Roles of Eri and Anna in the MLA

Eri’s Role: Eri’s Rewind Quirk, which can rewind a person’s biological state to a previous point (e.g., healing injuries or reversing age), is a strategic asset for the MLA. Her potential roles include:

Enhancing MLA Fighters: Eri could restore injured MLA members to peak condition during battles, giving them an edge against heroes or rival factions like the League of Villains. For example, she could heal Re-Destro after his self-amputation in the canon MLA Arc or restore Geten’s stamina during prolonged fights.

Quirk Amplification Experiments: The MLA, with access to Detnerat’s technology and Skeptic’s data analysis, could experiment with Eri’s Quirk to amplify or modify other Quirks. This aligns with their goal of promoting free Quirk usage, potentially creating super-soldiers with enhanced abilities. For instance, combining Eri’s Rewind with Geten’s ice manipulation could allow him to regenerate ice constructs indefinitely.

Propaganda Tool: The MLA could use Eri as a symbol of their cause, portraying her as a victim of hero society’s restrictive laws. Curious, with her media influence through Shoowaysha Publishing, could craft a narrative that Eri’s Quirk is a gift suppressed by heroes, rallying public support for the MLA’s ideology.

Weapon Against Heroes: Eri’s ability to rewind could be weaponized to de-age heroes, rendering them powerless (e.g., reverting All Might to his pre-injury state or worse). However, her lack of control over her Quirk would require the MLA to invest in training or technological aids, possibly through Dr. Garaki’s expertise if they recruit him.

Anna’s Role: Anna’s unstable but powerful nature makes her a wildcard. Based on our discussions, she’s a secret asset with potential ties to Dark Might. Her roles could include:

Covert Operative: Anna’s secrecy suggests she’s used for high-stakes missions, such as infiltrating hero organizations or sabotaging key targets. Her Quirk, if combat-oriented, could complement the MLA’s top brass (e.g., Re-Destro’s Stress, Geten’s ice, or Trumpet’s morale-boosting abilities).

Support for Dark Might: If Anna is linked to Dark Might, she might serve as his enforcer or protector, ensuring his facade as a societal stabilizer remains intact. Her instability could make her a liability, requiring the MLA to keep her under tight control, possibly using Skeptic’s surveillance to monitor her actions.

Technological Enhancement: Given the MLA’s access to Detnerat’s tech, Anna could be augmented with support items to stabilize or amplify her Quirk. For example, if her Quirk is volatile like Curious’s Landmine, Detnerat could develop devices to channel it effectively, making her a key asset in battles against heroes or the League of Villains.

Ideological Symbol: If Anna’s backstory involves oppression due to her Quirk, the MLA could use her as a rallying point for their cause, similar to how they leverage Destro’s manifesto. Her distress, as noted in past discussions, could be spun into a narrative of hero society’s failure to accommodate powerful Quirks.

Impact on the MLA’s Goals

The MLA’s core philosophy, as outlined in Destro’s Meta Liberation War, is that free Quirk usage is a human right, opposing government regulations that restrict Quirks to licensed heroes. Acquiring Eri and Anna would significantly advance this agenda:

Strategic Advantage:

Eri: Her Rewind Quirk could make the MLA’s army nearly invincible by healing wounds or reversing fatigue, allowing them to sustain prolonged conflicts like the Meta Liberation War. It could also counter the League of Villains’ destructive tactics, such as Shigaraki’s Decay, by restoring damaged allies or environments.

Anna: Her power, if combat-oriented, could bolster the MLA’s offensive capabilities, especially if paired with Dark Might. Her instability might require careful management, but her secrecy allows the MLA to deploy her as a surprise weapon against unsuspecting heroes.

Ideological Reinforcement:

Eri: Her history of abuse under Overhaul aligns with the MLA’s narrative of Quirks being suppressed. By “liberating” her, the MLA could claim moral superiority, arguing that hero society failed to protect her while they offer her freedom to use her Quirk.

Anna: As a hidden asset, Anna’s potential oppression or marginalization due to her Quirk could be used to highlight the flaws in hero society’s regulations, reinforcing the MLA’s call for Quirk liberation.

Alliance with Dark Might:

If Anna is tied to Dark Might, as discussed, her presence strengthens the MLA’s alliance with him. Dark Might’s belief in power-based respect aligns with the MLA’s meritocratic vision, where Quirk strength determines societal status. Eri’s Rewind could enhance Dark Might’s physical condition, making him a more formidable figurehead for the MLA’s cause.

Conflict with Other Factions:

League of Villains: The MLA’s acquisition of Eri and Anna would escalate their rivalry with the League, as seen in the canon MLA Arc. Eri’s Quirk could counter Shigaraki’s Decay, while Anna’s power might challenge key League members like Dabi or Toga. However, the League’s chaotic nature could exploit Anna’s instability, leading to internal MLA conflicts.

Humarise and Shie Hassaikai: As noted in past discussions, Overhaul and Humarise could emerge as rival threats. Eri’s prior connection to Overhaul might draw the Shie Hassaikai’s attention, leading to a three-way conflict. Humarise’s anti-Quirk ideology directly opposes the MLA, and Eri’s Rewind could be seen as a threat to their Quirk Singularity agenda.

Narrative Implications in My Hero Academia

The inclusion of Eri and Anna in the MLA’s ranks would reshape key arcs and themes in My Hero Academia:

Shift in Power Dynamics:

The MLA’s already formidable force of 100,000+ members becomes even more dangerous with Eri’s healing and Anna’s potential combat prowess. This could prolong the Meta Liberation Army Arc, forcing the League of Villains to adapt new strategies or seek alliances (e.g., with Dr. Garaki’s Nomu technology) to counter the MLA’s enhanced capabilities.

Heroes like Deku, Endeavor, and Hawks would face greater challenges. Hawks’ undercover mission could uncover Anna’s existence, complicating his role as a double agent. Deku’s personal connection to Eri would make her capture a driving force in his narrative, pushing him to confront the MLA directly.

Moral Ambiguity:

The MLA’s use of Eri, a child, raises ethical questions about their methods, despite their “righteous” cause. Their willingness to exploit her Quirk mirrors Overhaul’s actions, blurring the line between their ideology and villainy. This aligns with our past discussions about the MLA functioning as a cult-like organization, as noted by Mr. Compress.

Anna’s instability could lead to internal conflicts within the MLA, especially if her actions contradict their public image of liberation. Her distress might humanize her, creating sympathy among readers and challenging the heroes’ black-and-white view of villains.

Thematic Exploration:

Quirk Liberation vs. Control: Eri’s Rewind and Anna’s powerful Quirk highlight the MLA’s argument that Quirks are integral to identity and should be freely used. However, their exploitation of these characters undermines their rhetoric, reinforcing the series’ theme that freedom without responsibility leads to chaos.

Redemption and Agency: Eri’s trauma and Anna’s instability could lead to arcs where they resist the MLA’s control, seeking redemption or autonomy. Deku’s influence, as seen with Eri in canon, could inspire them to defect, challenging the MLA’s ideology from within.

Alternate Arcs:

Meta Liberation Army Arc: Instead of merging with the League to form the Paranormal Liberation Front, the MLA’s possession of Eri and Anna might embolden them to remain independent, leading to a prolonged war against both the League and heroes. Re-Destro could use Eri to restore his legs, avoiding his canon surrender to Shigaraki.

Paranormal Liberation War: With Eri and Anna, the MLA’s strength in the war increases, potentially overwhelming heroes. Anna’s link to Dark Might could introduce a new antagonist faction, complicating the conflict. Eri’s capture could lead to a rescue mission led by Deku, Mirio, and Aizawa, emphasizing themes of hope and protection.

Post-Series Implications: If the MLA survives the series’ end, as speculated in our discussions, Eri and Anna could influence a new wave of villainy. Eri’s Quirk might be used to revive fallen MLA members, while Anna’s power could inspire a splinter group, perpetuating the Quirk liberation ideology in the eight-year time skip.

Potential Challenges and Counteractions

Eri’s Lack of Control:

Eri’s Rewind Quirk is unstable and requires training, as seen in canon with Aizawa’s guidance. The MLA would need experts like Dr. Garaki or technological aids to harness it safely. Overuse could backfire, potentially de-aging MLA members to infancy or causing unintended side effects.

Anna’s Instability:

Anna’s volatile nature, as discussed, makes her a double-edged sword. If her Quirk is unpredictable, she could harm allies or expose the MLA’s plans. Skeptic’s surveillance and Re-Destro’s leadership would be crucial to managing her, but internal dissent (e.g., from Curious or Trumpet) could arise if she becomes a liability.

Hero Response:

Heroes like Deku, who has a personal stake in Eri, would prioritize her rescue, potentially uniting U.A. students and Pro Heroes against the MLA. Hawks’ intelligence-gathering could reveal Anna’s existence, prompting a targeted operation to neutralize her before she fully integrates into the MLA’s plans.

Aizawa’s Erasure Quirk could counter both Eri and Anna, neutralizing their abilities during a confrontation. This would force the MLA to rely on physical numbers and other Quirks, like Geten’s or Trumpet’s, to maintain their advantage.

League of Villains Counterattack:

The League, led by Shigaraki, would view the MLA’s acquisition of Eri and Anna as a direct threat. Shigaraki’s Decay could counter Eri’s healing by destroying entire areas, while Dabi or Toga might exploit Anna’s instability to sow chaos within the MLA, as seen in their canon tactics.

Conclusion

          Although HARI would never offer the courtesy of knocking to alert her to his presence, he disengages the lock in one fluid motion, his wrist articulating clockwise as he opens the door assuredly and without hesitation to avoid prompting unnecessary fear. CHRONOSTASIS looks absolutely exhausted, the dark circles that habitually accentuated his eyes were far more distinct, his eyes glazed and listless as he surveys the young girl’s room for some unseen threat.

“What are you doing.“ He asks, though it sounds more like a lofty command than a real question as he approaches her bed, wondering what sort of disturbance would prompt Kai to ask him to check on her so unannounced.

All For One's Council: Vanguard Action Squad and Other Villains Organization

This document outlines the organization of the Vanguard Action Squad and other villains within the reimagined All For One (AFO) council, structured as an analogue to The Light from Young Justice. Building on the previously established council, this framework integrates the Vanguard Action Squad and additional villains as operational units and independent agents under AFO’s control. The structure emphasizes AFO’s manipulative strategies, with each group or individual serving specific roles to advance his goal of creating a new body and dominating hero society.

Organizational Structure

AFO’s villain network is divided into tiers: the core council (previously detailed), operational units like the Vanguard Action Squad, independent enforcers, and disposable pawns. The council oversees high-level strategy, while subordinate groups execute field operations, gather resources, or create chaos to mask AFO’s true objectives. The Vanguard Action Squad and other villains are organized to maximize efficiency, loyalty, and deniability, mirroring The Light’s use of proxies and specialized teams.

Core Council

Role: Strategic oversight, resource allocation, and manipulation of all subordinate groups. Members include AFO, Tomura Shigaraki, Dr. Kyudai Garaki, Re-Destro, Flect Turn, Overhaul, Number Six, Dark Might, Wolfram, Nine, Starservant, Gashly Eijju, Kuidea, Dictator, Curator, Queen Bee, Dozaemon, Kurogiri, Slice, Beros, Lady Nagant, and HPSC Presidents (as pawns).

Function: Sets long-term goals, such as harnessing Eri’s Rewind, Anna’s Quirk, the Quirk Amplifier, and Trigger bombs to create AFO’s new body and destabilize hero society.

Vanguard Action Squad

Role: Elite strike team under Tomura Shigaraki’s direct command, akin to The Light’s specialized operatives (e.g., Cheshire or Sportsmaster’s teams). The squad executes high-profile missions, such as abductions, assaults, or disruptions, to further AFO’s agenda.

Leadership: Tomura Shigaraki, with Kurogiri as his advisor and coordinator, ensures the squad’s alignment with AFO’s plans. Kurogiri’s Warp Gate Quirk facilitates rapid deployment.

Members:

Dabi (Toya Todoroki): Field commander and arson specialist. His Blueflame Quirk is used for destruction and intimidation. AFO manipulates his hatred for Endeavor, positioning him as a volatile but loyal asset, similar to Black Manta’s personal grudges in The Light.

Himiko Toga: Infiltrator and assassin. Her Transform Quirk allows her to impersonate targets, making her ideal for espionage and sabotage. Her loyalty to Tomura mirrors Cheshire’s loyalty to The Light’s operatives.

Spinner (Shuichi Iguchi): Loyal enforcer and morale booster. His Gecko Quirk is less combat-focused, but his ideological alignment with Stain makes him a fervent supporter, akin to Sportsmaster’s brute loyalty.

Twice (Jin Bubaigawara): Support operative. His Double Quirk creates clones for overwhelming numbers or diversions, similar to The Light’s use of disposable agents. AFO exploits his psychological instability.

Mr. Compress (Atsuhiro Sako): Tactical specialist. His Compress Quirk is used for containment and extraction, making him a versatile operative. His showman persona aligns with The Light’s flair for theatrics.

Muscular (Goto Imasuji): Brute force operative. His Muscle Augmentation Quirk makes him a powerhouse for direct assaults, akin to Monsieur Mallah’s raw strength in The Light.

Mustard: Crowd control specialist. His Gas Quirk neutralizes groups, providing tactical support. His youth and ambition mirror The Light’s use of younger operatives like Icicle Jr.

Function: The squad conducts targeted operations, such as capturing key individuals (e.g., Eri or Anna), disrupting hero activities, or testing Quirk Amplifier prototypes. Their chaotic actions draw attention away from the council’s covert schemes.

Parallels to The Light: The Vanguard Action Squad mirrors The Light’s field teams, combining diverse skill sets (combat, infiltration, support) to execute complex missions while remaining expendable.

Other Villains: Specialized Units and Enforcers

These villains operate outside the Vanguard Action Squad, either as independent agents, members of allied organizations (e.g., Shie Hassaikai, Meta Liberation Army, Humarise), or disposable pawns. They are organized into functional groups based on their roles and Quirks.

Shie Hassaikai (Under Overhaul)

Role: Underworld operatives and Quirk experimentation unit, serving as a front for AFO’s biological research, akin to The Light’s use of Intergang.

Leadership: Overhaul (Kai Chisaki), mentored by AFO, oversees operations with a focus on Eri’s Rewind Quirk and Quirk-erasing drugs.

Key Members:

Chronostasis (Hari Kurono): Overhaul’s right-hand man, using his Chronokinesis Quirk to slow enemies. His loyalty mirrors The Light’s trusted lieutenants.

Mimic (Joi Irinaka): Base infiltrator, using his Mimicry Quirk to manipulate environments. His role is akin to The Light’s covert operatives.

Shin Nemoto: Interrogator, using his Confession Quirk to extract information, similar to The Light’s intelligence-gathering agents.

Rikiya Katsukame: Brute enforcer, using his Energy Siphon Quirk for combat support, akin to Bane’s physical prowess.

Toya Setsuno, Yu Hojo, Soramitsu Tabe, Kendo Rappa, Hekiji Tengai: The Eight Bullets, disposable fighters with specialized Quirks (Larceny, Crystallization, Food, Strongarm, Barrier). They serve as shock troops, similar to The Light’s hired muscle.

Function: Conducts Quirk experiments, manages black-market operations, and provides muscle for AFO’s schemes. Their work with Eri directly supports AFO’s body-creation project.

Parallels to The Light: The Shie Hassaikai’s underworld influence and experimental focus mirror Intergang’s role as a criminal network under The Light’s control.

Meta Liberation Army (Under Re-Destro)

Role: Ideological front and resource network, providing AFO with manpower and political influence, akin to The Light’s use of the League of Assassins.

Leadership: Re-Destro (Rikiya Yotsubashi), secretly mentored by AFO, uses his Stress Quirk to lead the MLA.

Key Members:

Curious (Chitose Kizuki): Propaganda specialist, using her Landmine Quirk for combat and media manipulation, similar to The Light’s public-facing operatives.

Geten: Ice-wielding enforcer, using his Ice Manipulation Quirk for large-scale combat, akin to Icicle Sr.’s elemental power.

Skeptic (Tomoyasu Chikazoku): Intelligence and surveillance expert, using his Anthropomorph Quirk to create puppet spies, mirroring The Light’s tech-based espionage.

Sanctum, Bald Adviser, Turtleneck Adviser, Skunk-Stripe Adviser: MLA lieutenants, managing regiments and executing Re-Destro’s orders, similar to The Light’s mid-tier operatives.

Function: Recruits Quirk users, spreads anti-hero ideology, and secures resources for AFO’s experiments. Their public actions distract from AFO’s true plans.

Parallels to The Light: The MLA’s ideological zeal and organizational structure mirror the League of Assassins, serving as a powerful but controlled proxy.

Humarise (Under Flect Turn)

Role: Global chaos agents, deploying Trigger bombs to destabilize hero society, akin to The Light’s use of the Reach as a destabilizing force.

Leadership: Flect Turn, manipulated by AFO to believe he’s pursuing his own anti-Quirk agenda.

Key Members:

Beros: Sniper and assassin trainer, using her archery Quirk for precision strikes, similar to Cheshire’s stealth role.

Serpenters: Water-based enforcer, using his Water Twister Quirk for area control, akin to Ocean-Master’s aquatic power.

Leviathan: Brute enforcer, using his Oni Quirk for raw strength, mirroring Monsieur Mallah’s physical dominance.

Function: Creates global unrest through Trigger-enhanced Quirks, providing AFO with opportunities to exploit chaos and gather data on Quirk amplification.

Parallels to The Light: Humarise’s extremist ideology and global reach mirror the Reach’s role as a controlled threat in The Light’s schemes.

Independent Enforcers and Pawns

Nomus (Under Garaki): Bioengineered monsters (e.g., Hood, USJ Nomu, Jaku High-Ends) used as shock troops and experimental platforms. They are mindless tools, akin to The Light’s Apokoliptian forces.

Hood: Leader of High-End Nomus, with multiple Quirks for devastating combat, similar to Parademons.

Function: Deployed for high-risk assaults or to protect key facilities, supporting AFO’s experiments.

Slice and Beros: Assassin trainers, operating independently or with the Vanguard Action Squad, training killers for AFO’s black ops, akin to The Light’s Shadow operatives.

Lady Nagant: Coerced sniper, used for high-profile eliminations, similar to Deathstroke’s reluctant service.

Starservant, Gashly Eijju, Kuidea, Dictator: Ancient or long-serving enforcers, handling covert missions or historical knowledge, akin to The Light’s immortal operatives.

Dozaemon: AFO’s personal bodyguard, used for direct protection, similar to Monsieur Mallah’s loyalty to The Brain.

Curator: Resource acquisition specialist, securing artifacts or Quirks, akin to The Light’s logistical agents.

Sludge Villain, Habit Headgear, Other Minor Villains: Disposable pawns for low-level disruptions, similar to The Light’s hired thugs.

HPSC Presidents: Manipulated figureheads, providing AFO with influence over hero society, akin to The Light’s political puppets.

Operational Dynamics

AFO’s Control: AFO manipulates each group through tailored incentives (wealth for Wolfram, ideology for Re-Destro, survival for Nagant), ensuring loyalty while maintaining deniability. He hides his identity from pawns like the HPSC Presidents.

Vanguard Action Squad: Acts as AFO’s primary field unit, executing missions with Tomura’s oversight. Their diversity (combat, infiltration, support) mirrors The Light’s balanced teams.

Allied Organizations: The Shie Hassaikai, MLA, and Humarise operate semi-independently, believing they pursue their own goals, but AFO orchestrates their actions to align with his body-creation project.

Enforcers and Pawns: Independent villains and Nomus handle specialized or disposable tasks, allowing AFO to maintain distance from risky operations.

Xanatos Gambit: AFO’s plans ensure success through multiple outcomes (e.g., Trigger chaos strengthens his influence, failed missions weaken heroes). This mirrors The Light’s layered schemes.

Secrecy: The council’s true purpose (AFO’s new body) is known only to core members. Subordinate groups are fed partial truths, similar to The Light’s compartmentalization.

Key Operations

Eri and Anna Exploitation: The Shie Hassaikai and Garaki experiment with Eri’s Rewind and Anna’s Quirk to perfect AFO’s body, with the Vanguard Action Squad securing test subjects.

Trigger Deployment: Humarise’s Trigger bombs create chaos, allowing AFO to study Quirk amplification and weaken hero resistance.

Nomu Deployment: Garaki’s Nomus, including Hood, are used to test Quirk combinations and protect key facilities.

Hero Society Infiltration: Queen Bee and the HPSC Presidents manipulate hero institutions, while Toga and Slice infiltrate key targets.

Resource Acquisition: Curator and Wolfram secure Quirks, technology, and funds, supporting Garaki’s experiments.

Comparison to The Light

Operational Teams: The Vanguard Action Squad mirrors The Light’s field operatives, combining diverse skills for maximum impact.

Allied Fronts: The Shie Hassaikai, MLA, and Humarise parallel The Light’s use of proxies like the League of Assassins or the Reach, providing resources and deniability.

Enforcers and Pawns: Independent villains and Nomus align with The Light’s use of disposable agents and Apokoliptian forces, ensuring flexibility and scalability.

Strategic Manipulation: AFO’s layered schemes and use of ideology, coercion, and wealth mirror The Light’s control over global events.

Analysis: Overhaul & Dabi as Scrapped AFO Vessels

Both Kai Chisaki (Overhaul) and Toya Todoroki (Dabi) were genuine candidates in All For One’s long-running Vessel Project — the search for a perfect, stable body that could hold AFO’s Quirk and consciousness without collapsing into a brain-dead state. They were both raised (or recovered) in the same network of secret orphanages run by Kyudai Garaki specifically to cultivate potential vessels. Yet both were ultimately scrapped for very different reasons, and their failures directly shaped the path to Tomura Shigaraki as the “final” vessel.

Overhaul (Kai Chisaki) — The Idealist Who Escaped

Why AFO chose him

Raised in one of Garaki’s orphanages explicitly intended to produce vessels.

Possessed the Overhaul Quirk — an extremely rare ability to disassemble and reassemble matter at the atomic level. This was so valuable that AFO immediately stole a copy of it and gave the incomplete “Destruction-only” version to young Tenko Shimura (creating Decay).

Young Kai was intelligent, ambitious, and already obsessed with “curing” the world of Quirks. This kind of strong, singular drive was exactly the kind of personality AFO liked to exploit and then overwrite.

Why he was scrapped

Kai developed his own grand ideology (Quirks are a disease; the Yakuza must rise again).

When the Shie Hassaikai boss (his adoptive father figure) rejected his plan to use Eri, Kai put the boss in a coma and went rogue.

He built an independent criminal empire and refused to serve anyone — including AFO.

AFO briefly considered him again during the Shie Hassaikai arc (the meeting with Tomura), but Kai’s arrogance and independence made him unusable as a mindless host. Instead, AFO treated him as a useful stepping stone: stole more of his research, let Tomura humiliate him, and ultimately discarded him.

Result Overhaul became a “scrapped vessel” because he had too much of his own will and ambition. AFO does not want a partner — he wants a blank, compatible shell. Kai was never going to be that.

Dabi (Toya Todoroki) — The Death-Seeker Who Refused

Why AFO chose him

After Toya’s “death” at Sekoto Peak, AFO personally rescued the charred boy and had Garaki rebuild him with Nomu-level surgery.

Toya was placed in the same “Orphanage of Love” network used to groom vessels.

He was considered an excellent backup candidate: powerful fire Quirk (stronger than Endeavor’s), massive trauma/hatred, and a body that had already survived extreme damage. Garaki explicitly calls him a “perfect candidate as a backup vessel” in case Shigaraki failed.

Why he was scrapped

Toya woke up from his three-year coma still mentally 13 years old and obsessed with one thing: making Endeavor acknowledge him (and then destroying him).

When AFO and Garaki offered to train him and upgrade his body, Toya refused. He burned down the orphanage (possibly killing other children) and escaped to pursue his own revenge.

Garaki’s final verdict: “The demon lord himself had to abandon that frenzied flame of death.” Toya’s self-destructive hatred and Death Seeker mindset made him completely unsuitable. AFO needs a body that will last and obey; Toya wanted to burn himself (and everyone else) to ash as the ultimate “fuck you” to his father.

Result Dabi became the most dramatic scrapped vessel. AFO literally saved his life and rebuilt him, yet Toya spat in their faces and ran. His survival for seven more years on pure spite impressed Garaki, but it also proved he could never be controlled.

In short: Overhaul was scrapped because he had too much of his own dream. Dabi was scrapped because he had too much of his own death wish.

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Formation of the Mega-Alliance

Context of the Alliance: The MLA, with Eri’s Rewind Quirk and Anna’s unstable but powerful abilities, is already a formidable force aiming to dismantle Quirk regulations and establish a society where Quirk strength reigns supreme. Adding Nine’s crew, Wolfram’s crew, and Lady Nagant creates a coalition with diverse goals but a shared disdain for hero society’s status quo. Here’s how they might come together:

MLA’s Recruitment Strategy:

The MLA, led by Re-Destro and bolstered by Skeptic’s intelligence network, actively seeks powerful allies to strengthen their cause. After acquiring Eri and Anna, they identify Nine’s crew (from Nabu Island) and Wolfram’s crew (from I-Island) as potential partners due to their proven combat prowess and anti-hero ideologies.

Lady Nagant, a former hero turned assassin after her disillusionment with the Hero Public Safety Commission (HPSC), is a prime target for recruitment. Her skills and insider knowledge of hero operations make her a valuable asset. The MLA could approach her through Curious’s media manipulation, framing their cause as true justice for those betrayed by hero society.

Nine’s Motivation:

Nine, with his Weather Manipulation and eight additional Quirks, seeks a world where the strong rule, aligning closely with the MLA’s Quirk liberation ideology. His near-death experience in Heroes Rising (if we assume he survives or is revived by Eri’s Rewind) makes him eager for allies to achieve his vision.

The MLA could offer Nine access to Eri’s Rewind to heal his deteriorating body (caused by his Quirk’s strain) and Anna’s power to bolster his crew. In return, Nine provides raw destructive power and ideological fervor.

Wolfram’s Pragmatic Alliance:

Wolfram, an arms dealer with Metal Manipulation and Muscle Augmentation, is driven by profit and power. The MLA’s vast resources through Detnerat and their promise of a new world order appeal to his self-interest. Eri’s Rewind could enhance his crew’s durability, while Anna’s secretive power (potentially tied to Dark Might) intrigues him as a means to gain an edge.

Wolfram’s crew, including The Hacker’s cyber-warfare skills, complements Skeptic’s technological expertise, creating a synergy for large-scale operations.

Lady Nagant’s Role:

Lady Nagant, with her Rifle Quirk and Air Walk, joins after being disillusioned by the HPSC’s corruption (as seen in canon). The MLA’s rhetoric of dismantling hero society resonates with her, especially if they expose HPSC secrets through Skeptic or Curious.

Her willingness to work with villains (e.g., All For One in canon) suggests she’d align with the MLA if offered freedom and a chance to strike back at the system. Eri’s presence might tug at her conscience, but her pragmatism would likely override moral qualms.

Catalyst for Unity:

A shared threat, such as a major hero crackdown post-Paranormal Liberation War or the League of Villains’ growing dominance under Shigaraki, could force these groups to unite. The MLA might broker the alliance in Deika City, offering resources, Eri’s healing, and Anna’s power as incentives.

Dark Might, if tied to Anna as speculated, could act as a unifying figure, presenting a charismatic facade to align Nine’s idealism, Wolfram’s greed, and Nagant’s vengeance under the MLA’s banner.

Combined Strengths of the Alliance

This mega-alliance combines the MLA’s numbers, Nine’s destructive power, Wolfram’s tactical cunning, and Nagant’s precision, amplified by Eri and Anna. Here’s a breakdown of their strengths:

Quirk Diversity and Synergy:

MLA Core (Re-Destro, Geten, Trumpet, Curious, Skeptic): Re-Destro’s Stress, Geten’s ice manipulation, Trumpet’s morale-boosting Incite, Curious’s explosive Landmine, and Skeptic’s Puppet Quirk provide leadership, offense, and control.

Eri: Her Rewind Quirk heals injuries, reverses fatigue, or potentially enhances Quirks by restoring peak biological states, making the alliance nearly invincible in prolonged battles.

Anna: Her unstable but powerful Quirk (speculated to be combat-oriented or tied to Dark Might) adds a wildcard element, possibly rivaling top-tier heroes or villains.

Nine’s Crew: Nine’s Weather Manipulation creates catastrophic environmental effects (storms, lightning), while his Air Wall, Hydra, and Bullet Laser offer defense and offense. Chimera’s animalistic strength and fire breath, Slice’s versatile hair-based attacks, and Mummy’s crowd control via mummification complement direct combat.

Wolfram’s Crew: Wolfram’s Metal Manipulation and Muscle Augmentation (especially with a Quirk Amplifier) make him a tank. Swordkil’s blade forearms, Daigo’s beast form, Nobu’s displacement, and The Hacker’s cyber-warfare enable multi-vector assaults.

Lady Nagant: Her Rifle Quirk delivers long-range precision, capable of sniping heroes from kilometers away, while Air Walk provides mobility and evasion.

Tactical Versatility:

Offensive Power: Nine’s weather attacks and Geten’s ice storms create chaos, while Chimera, Daigo, and Wolfram handle close-quarters combat. Slice and Swordkil offer mid-range flexibility, and Nagant targets key heroes from afar.

Defense and Support: Eri’s Rewind ensures rapid recovery, while Nine’s Air Wall and Wolfram’s metal constructs provide barriers. Mummy’s mummified minions and Trumpet’s Incite bolster frontline fighters.

Infiltration and Sabotage: The Hacker and Skeptic disable hero communications and infrastructure, while Nobu’s displacement disrupts enemy formations. Nagant’s insider knowledge of HPSC operations allows targeted strikes against hero leadership.

Propaganda and Morale: Curious’s media manipulation and Trumpet’s Quirk rally public support or demoralize opponents. Anna’s distress (if publicized) could be spun as evidence of hero society’s failures.

Resource Dominance:

The MLA’s Detnerat provides cutting-edge technology, including Quirk Amplifiers (from Two Heroes), enhancing Nine, Wolfram, and Anna’s abilities. Eri’s Rewind could stabilize amplified Quirks, mitigating side effects.

Wolfram’s arms-dealing network supplies weapons, while The Hacker’s skills secure financial or data resources. Skeptic’s surveillance ensures the alliance stays ahead of hero movements.

Psychological Warfare:

Nine’s apocalyptic displays and Anna’s mysterious power intimidate heroes and civilians. Nagant’s betrayal of hero society sows distrust, while Curious’s propaganda paints the alliance as liberators. Eri’s presence as a child victim could be exploited to vilify heroes, though Nagant might hesitate here.

Potential Internal Conflicts

Despite their combined strength, this alliance faces significant risks due to clashing personalities, goals, and inherent instabilities:

Leadership Tensions:

Nine vs. Re-Destro: Nine’s social Darwinist vision of a strength-based society aligns with the MLA’s ideology but may clash with Re-Destro’s structured leadership. Nine’s charisma could challenge Re-Destro’s authority, especially if Eri’s Rewind heals Nine’s body, making him more ambitious.

Wolfram’s Pragmatism: Wolfram’s profit-driven motives contrast with Nine’s idealism and the MLA’s cult-like devotion to Destro’s manifesto. He might betray the alliance for a better deal, as seen in his willingness to kill allies in Two Heroes.

Lady Nagant’s Independence: Nagant’s lone-wolf nature (seen in her canon work with All For One) makes her wary of group dynamics. She might align with Wolfram’s pragmatism but distrust Nine’s fanaticism or Anna’s instability.

Anna’s Instability:

As discussed previously, Anna’s volatile Quirk and emotional distress make her a liability. If her power is tied to Dark Might, she might prioritize his agenda, causing friction with Nine or Wolfram. Her unpredictability could disrupt coordinated plans, especially if Eri’s Rewind fails to stabilize her.

Eri’s Moral Conflict:

Eri’s traumatic past and gentle nature (seen in canon) make her resistant to being a weapon. If forced to use Rewind for villainous purposes, she might sabotage the alliance, especially if Nagant or a sympathetic member (e.g., Slice) shows her kindness. Her presence could also stir Nagant’s conscience, given her canon hesitation to harm innocents.

Trust Issues:

The MLA’s cult-like structure demands loyalty, which clashes with Wolfram’s crew’s mercenary tendencies and Nine’s crew’s individualistic streaks (e.g., Chimera’s arrogance). Skeptic’s surveillance might expose betrayals, but it could also breed paranoia, especially if The Hacker counters Skeptic’s tech.

Nagant’s history of betrayal (HPSC to All For One) makes her a wildcard. She might leak plans to heroes or the League of Villains if she sees the alliance faltering.

Overconfidence:

The alliance’s overwhelming power, amplified by Eri and Quirk Amplifiers, could lead to reckless strategies, as seen in Nine’s overreliance on his Quirks in Heroes Rising. Heroes could exploit this by targeting weaker links (e.g., The Hacker or Mummy) or sowing discord.

Narrative Implications in My Hero Academia

This mega-alliance would drastically alter the My Hero Academia narrative, creating a multi-faceted threat that tests heroes, villains, and society itself. Key impacts include:

New Major Arc:

“Liberation Storm Arc”: The alliance launches a coordinated attack on Japan, combining Nine’s weather catastrophes, Wolfram’s infrastructure sabotage, and the MLA’s mass mobilization. Nagant assassinates key hero leaders, while Eri and Anna amplify the alliance’s durability and firepower. Deika City becomes their stronghold, with Detnerat tech fortifying defenses.

Climactic Battle: Heroes, led by Deku, Endeavor, Hawks, and Class 1-A, face a near-impossible challenge. Deku’s connection to Eri drives a rescue mission, while Hawks uses his undercover skills to infiltrate the alliance. Nagant’s presence complicates matters, as her former hero allies (e.g., Hawks) hesitate to fight her.

Hero Response:

U.A. and Pro Heroes: The alliance’s power forces unprecedented hero collaboration, including retired heroes like All Might (potentially healed by Eri if captured temporarily) and international heroes from I-Island. Class 1-A’s teamwork, as seen in Heroes Rising, is crucial, with Bakugo, Todoroki, and Midoriya leading innovative strategies.

Aizawa’s Role: Aizawa’s Erasure Quirk counters Eri, Anna, Nine, and others, making him a prime target. The alliance might prioritize neutralizing him, possibly using Nagant’s sniping or Skeptic’s traps.

Hawks and Nagant: Hawks could exploit his past connection to Nagant (both HPSC-trained) to turn her against the alliance, though her cynicism makes this difficult. Her defection could be a turning point, as seen in her canon arc.

Rivalry with the League of Villains:

The League, under Shigaraki, views this alliance as a threat to their dominance. Shigaraki’s Decay counters Eri’s Rewind, while Dabi’s flames challenge Geten and Chimera. Toga could exploit Anna’s distress for psychological manipulation, and Spinner might rally the League’s underdog ideology against the MLA’s elitism.

A three-way war (Heroes vs. Alliance vs. League) could emerge, with the League forming a temporary truce with heroes to counter the alliance’s overwhelming power, as seen in canon alliances against All For One.

Thematic Depth:

Freedom vs. Responsibility: The alliance’s pursuit of Quirk liberation (MLA, Nine) contrasts with Wolfram’s greed and Nagant’s vengeance, highlighting the dangers of unchecked power. Eri’s exploitation underscores the moral cost of their ideology.

Redemption and Betrayal: Nagant and Anna could find redemption through hero influence (e.g., Deku’s empathy or Hawks’s persuasion), while Wolfram’s betrayal could fracture the alliance. Eri’s resistance adds a hopeful arc of agency.

Societal Collapse: The alliance’s actions (weather disasters, cyber-attacks, assassinations) push hero society to the brink, echoing the canon’s post-war chaos. This could lead to a narrative exploring societal rebuilding or a new Quirk-based order.

Alternate Outcomes:

Alliance Victory: If the alliance succeeds, they could overthrow hero society, establishing a Quirk-based hierarchy led by Nine and Re-Destro, with Wolfram profiting and Nagant as an enforcer. Eri and Anna become central to their regime, though internal strife (e.g., Wolfram’s betrayal) could destabilize it.

Hero Counterattack: Heroes exploit the alliance’s divisions, with Deku rescuing Eri, Hawks turning Nagant, and Bakugo/Todoroki countering Nine’s weather with raw power. Anna’s instability could lead to a catastrophic misfire, weakening the alliance.

Post-Series Impact: If this occurs post-canon, the alliance could challenge the new hero system in the eight-year time skip, with Eri’s Rewind and Anna’s power shaping a new villainous wave, as speculated in our discussions about lingering threats like Overhaul or Humarise.

Counteractions by Heroes and Other Factions

Hero Strategies:

Target Weak Links: Heroes could focus on The Hacker and Skeptic to disrupt communications, or Mummy and Trumpet to weaken crowd control. Aizawa’s Erasure neutralizes key Quirks, while Endeavor and Todoroki counter Nine’s weather and Geten’s ice.

Eri Rescue: Deku’s emotional bond with Eri drives a rescue mission, potentially using Mirio’s Permeation to infiltrate Deika City. Nagant’s hesitation to harm a child could create an opening.

Divide and Conquer: Hawks and Mirko exploit leadership tensions, pitting Nine against Wolfram or Nagant against the MLA. Psychological tactics, like appealing to Slice or Chimera’s loyalty, could fracture the alliance.

League of Villains Response:

Shigaraki’s Decay and All For One’s resources (if he’s involved) counter the alliance’s numbers. The League could ally with heroes temporarily, as seen in canon, to dismantle the alliance before betraying them.

Toga’s impersonation or Dabi’s destructive flames target Anna’s instability or Eri’s handlers, creating chaos within the alliance.

External Threats:

Humarise: As discussed previously, Humarise’s anti-Quirk ideology opposes the alliance’s liberation stance. They might target Eri’s Rewind as a threat to their Quirk Singularity agenda, leading to a surprise attack.

Shie Hassaikai Remnants: Overhaul’s lingering influence could resurface, seeking to reclaim Eri. This could create a multi-faction conflict, weakening the alliance.

Conclusion

               HARI pauses, having been engrossed in looking through the lounge’s pantry to try and find something to scrounge together to make dinner in a few hours, glancing down.