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Aside from increased defense, Hardening also grants Eijiro offensive power by turning his hardened body rough and sharp like rock, increasing his physical strength and allowing him to cut enemies by grazing them. This all leads to Hardening being a highly practical Quirk for Hero work, which is frequently combat-oriented. |
Aside from increased defense, Hardening also grants Eijiro offensive power by turning his hardened body rough and sharp like rock, increasing his physical strength and allowing him to cut enemies by grazing them. This all leads to Hardening being a highly practical Quirk for Hero work, which is frequently combat-oriented. |
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| − | According to [[Tetsutetsu Tetsutetsu]], the hardness granted by Hardening can be improved upon when Eijiro, in his hardened state, takes more damage overtime. This fact, prior to Tetsutetsu stating it, was displayed as part of Eijiro's training, when he, in his hardened form, was continuously attacked by [[Mashirao Ojiro|Mashirao Ojiro's]] [[Tail]], and with each hit, the strength and durability of Eijiro's Quirk increased. |
+ | According to [[Tetsutetsu Tetsutetsu]], the hardness granted by Hardening can be improved upon when Eijiro, in his hardened state, takes more damage overtime. This fact, prior to Tetsutetsu stating it, was displayed as part of Eijiro's training, when he, in his hardened form, was continuously attacked by [[Mashirao Ojiro|Mashirao Ojiro's]] [[Tail]], and with each hit, the strength and durability of Eijiro's Quirk increased. The reason behind this may be that Hardening adapts to the delivered damage, and after being deactivated, the Quirk resets itself before reactivated again, in which the density of Hardening is more powerful compared to it's previous use. |
===Weaknesses=== |
===Weaknesses=== |
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| − | One of the drawbacks to this Quirk is that there is a limit to how much damage the hardened skin can withstand, causing Hardening to slowly dissipate, and Eijiro loses stamina from struggling to keep his Quirk active.{{Ref|chap=41}} |
+ | One of the drawbacks to this Quirk is that there is a limit to how much damage the hardened skin can withstand, causing Hardening to slowly dissipate, and Eijiro loses stamina from struggling to keep his Quirk active.{{Ref|chap=41}} But when he encountered [[Kendo Rappa]], Eijiro showcased the ability to refortify his hardened form at will. |
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| + | Furthermore, Hardening is noted to lack long-range potential, limiting Eijiro's combat repertoire and forcing him to take battles up close. Hardening can also only protect Eijiro from physical damage but not thermal damage such as very high or low temperatures. During the [[Paranormal Liberation War Arc]], Eijiro was able to endure [[Dabi|Dabi's]] [[Cremation|blue flames]], which are significantly stronger than regular flames. Tetsutetsu then elaborated that, while Eijiro doesn't get burned by the flames, he may still feel the high temperatures.{{ref|chap=280}} |
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==Usage== |
==Usage== |
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In combat, Eijiro is very straightforward and reckless, letting his hardened body take the opposing hits as he counterattacks with hard punches and other close-range moves. As even bullets cannot pierce his skin when his Quirk is active, Eijiro is capable of turning himself into a human shield for allies or defenseless civilians. During rescue operations, he has to be extra careful with victims as his rugged body can hurt them. |
In combat, Eijiro is very straightforward and reckless, letting his hardened body take the opposing hits as he counterattacks with hard punches and other close-range moves. As even bullets cannot pierce his skin when his Quirk is active, Eijiro is capable of turning himself into a human shield for allies or defenseless civilians. During rescue operations, he has to be extra careful with victims as his rugged body can hurt them. |
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| − | In desperate situations, Eijiro can increase his own hardness to its maximum level, becoming almost invincible temporarily. His tactics remain the same, however, due to the simple nature of his Quirk. |
+ | In desperate situations, Eijiro can increase his own hardness to its maximum level, becoming almost invincible temporarily. In another desperate situation, his battle with Rappa demonstrates that even if his hardening were to break down he can follow it up with another hardening which increase his durability and duration in battle. His tactics remain the same, however, due to the simple nature of his Quirk. |
==Super Moves== |
==Super Moves== |
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[[File:Red Riot Unbreakable.png|thumb|220px|Red Riot Unbreakable.]] |
[[File:Red Riot Unbreakable.png|thumb|220px|Red Riot Unbreakable.]] |
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| − | *{{Nihongo|'''[[Red Riot Unbreakable]]'''|{{Ruby|烈怒頼雄斗|レッドライオット}} {{Ruby|安無嶺過武瑠|アンブレイカブル}}|Reddo Raiotto Anbureikaburu}}: Eijiro reaches his maximum hardening level by turning his entire body extremely hard and rugged, leaving him with a monstrous appearance and practically invulnerable to most forms of attack. At first, this form can only be maintained for around 30 to 40 seconds |
+ | *{{Nihongo|'''[[Red Riot Unbreakable]]'''|{{Ruby|烈怒頼雄斗|レッドライオット}} {{Ruby|安無嶺過武瑠|アンブレイカブル}}|Reddo Raiotto Anbureikaburu}}: Eijiro reaches his maximum hardening level by turning his entire body extremely hard and rugged, leaving him with a monstrous appearance and practically invulnerable to most forms of attack. At first, this form can only be maintained for around 30 to 40 seconds. |
*{{Nihongo|'''[[Red Gauntlet]]'''|{{Ruby|烈怒頑斗裂屠|レッドガントレット}}|Reddo Gantoretto}} Eijiro rushes towards the enemy and delivers a single strong punch against them.{{Ref|chap=134|page=4}}{{-}} |
*{{Nihongo|'''[[Red Gauntlet]]'''|{{Ruby|烈怒頑斗裂屠|レッドガントレット}}|Reddo Gantoretto}} Eijiro rushes towards the enemy and delivers a single strong punch against them.{{Ref|chap=134|page=4}}{{-}} |
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Revision as of 06:17, 5 September 2020
Hardening (
Description
Hardening gives Eijiro the power to harden any part of his body.
Hardening protects Eijiro from most physical threats. Once activated, Eijiro becomes capable of enduring what would be otherwise lethal hazards, like tons of falling metal and multiple explosions, without leaving a scratch.[2] Even bullets are unable to pierce his skin.
Aside from increased defense, Hardening also grants Eijiro offensive power by turning his hardened body rough and sharp like rock, increasing his physical strength and allowing him to cut enemies by grazing them. This all leads to Hardening being a highly practical Quirk for Hero work, which is frequently combat-oriented.
According to Tetsutetsu Tetsutetsu, the hardness granted by Hardening can be improved upon when Eijiro, in his hardened state, takes more damage overtime. This fact, prior to Tetsutetsu stating it, was displayed as part of Eijiro's training, when he, in his hardened form, was continuously attacked by Mashirao Ojiro's Tail, and with each hit, the strength and durability of Eijiro's Quirk increased. The reason behind this may be that Hardening adapts to the delivered damage, and after being deactivated, the Quirk resets itself before reactivated again, in which the density of Hardening is more powerful compared to it's previous use.
Weaknesses
One of the drawbacks to this Quirk is that there is a limit to how much damage the hardened skin can withstand, causing Hardening to slowly dissipate, and Eijiro loses stamina from struggling to keep his Quirk active.[3] But when he encountered Kendo Rappa, Eijiro showcased the ability to refortify his hardened form at will.
Furthermore, Hardening is noted to lack long-range potential, limiting Eijiro's combat repertoire and forcing him to take battles up close. Hardening can also only protect Eijiro from physical damage but not thermal damage such as very high or low temperatures. During the Paranormal Liberation War Arc, Eijiro was able to endure Dabi's blue flames, which are significantly stronger than regular flames. Tetsutetsu then elaborated that, while Eijiro doesn't get burned by the flames, he may still feel the high temperatures.[4]
Usage
Hardening first manifested on Eijiro when he was just three years old, as he was rubbing his right eye after waking up. Eijiro ended up cutting himself, leaving a scar around his right eyebrow. Originally, this Quirk only slightly hardened Eijiro's skin, but he was able to improve its effects ever since through intense training. Before that, he could barely defend himself against rocks.
Eijiro using his Quirk to engage in close combat against Katsuki Bakugo.
In combat, Eijiro is very straightforward and reckless, letting his hardened body take the opposing hits as he counterattacks with hard punches and other close-range moves. As even bullets cannot pierce his skin when his Quirk is active, Eijiro is capable of turning himself into a human shield for allies or defenseless civilians. During rescue operations, he has to be extra careful with victims as his rugged body can hurt them.
In desperate situations, Eijiro can increase his own hardness to its maximum level, becoming almost invincible temporarily. In another desperate situation, his battle with Rappa demonstrates that even if his hardening were to break down he can follow it up with another hardening which increase his durability and duration in battle. His tactics remain the same, however, due to the simple nature of his Quirk.
Super Moves
- Red Counter (
烈怒交吽咤 Reddo Kauntā?): While hardened, Eijiro endures a close-range attack with his skin, and then counters with a straight punch.[5]
Red Riot Unbreakable.
- Red Riot Unbreakable (
烈怒頼雄斗 安無嶺過武瑠 Reddo Raiotto Anbureikaburu?): Eijiro reaches his maximum hardening level by turning his entire body extremely hard and rugged, leaving him with a monstrous appearance and practically invulnerable to most forms of attack. At first, this form can only be maintained for around 30 to 40 seconds. - Red Gauntlet (
烈怒頑斗裂屠 Reddo Gantoretto?) Eijiro rushes towards the enemy and delivers a single strong punch against them.[6]
Trivia
- Like several other Quirks, Hardening has its own signature sound effect: "SKLIT".
- This Quirk is very similar to Steel, and the two appear to be roughly equal in terms of power and effectiveness.
- The effects of Hardening and Steel are very similar, but the latter Quirk turns the user's entire body into hardened steel instead of just hardening their skin. The two appear to be roughly equal in terms of power and effectiveness, although Tetsutetsu notes that his body can only become so hard due to transforming into metal, whereas Eijiro can become increasingly tougher.[7]
- This Quirk, in terms of function, is the inverse of Stiffening, which consists of hardening foreign objects instead of one's own body.
References
- ↑ My Hero Academia Manga: Chapter 13 (p. 8).
- ↑ My Hero Academia Manga: Chapter 25.
- ↑ My Hero Academia Manga: Chapter 41.
- ↑ My Hero Academia Manga: Chapter 280.
- ↑ My Hero Academia Manga: Chapter 133 (p. 5).
- ↑ My Hero Academia Manga: Chapter 134 (p. 4).
- ↑ My Hero Academia Manga: Chapter 217.
External Links
- Hardness - Wikipedia article about the property Eijiro's Quirk is based after.