Why These Characters Deserve One For All More Than Deku?

Mirio Togata has always been an optimistic child. Even when he struggled to master his Quirk as a child, Mirio persevered until he perfected a specific movement or aspect. His Quirk, Permeation, allows him to become intangible, which initially caused problems. He often fell through the ground and couldn’t breathe. Thankfully, his father (who also possesses the same Quirk) taught him how to control it, and since then, Mirio has never looked back.

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Mirio’s journey at U.A. has been full of obstacles, but he has never stopped smiling. At first, controlling his Quirk was difficult. He often bumped into solid surfaces or was thrown out of solid objects in the wrong direction. Yet, even when he did something awkward or wrong, his happy smile never left his face. Mirio even inspired his classmate, Tamaki Amajiki, to gain more confidence in his abilities. Mirio may not have been the strongest student at first, but he is now one of the most capable at U.A.

Qualifications of Mirio:

Mirio is idealistic and iconic, much like All Might.

Through his hard work, Mirio is now the top student at U.A. His skills were impressive enough for him to secure a place in the hero agency of All Might’s former sidekick. Sir Nighteye is one of the few who knows about One For All. Both he and All Might agreed that Mirio would make an excellent successor. Given this, Nighteye has trained Mirio to be strong and capable enough to wield One For All.

Under Nighteye's guidance, Mirio has become incredibly confident. He has a clear vision of what he wants in life and has sworn not to back down from anything to achieve his goal of saving a million people. His dream is so unwavering that he has made it his hero name: Lemillion. Like All Might, Mirio rarely shows anything other than a smile, acting as a beacon of calm for everyone around him. Now that Mirio is the top student at U.A., nothing stands in his way from becoming a great Symbol of Peace for Japan.

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Why Would Mirio Be a Better Holder of One For All?

Mirio Has More Field Experience
Mirio would be a better holder of One For All because he has more field experience than Deku. By the time fans meet him in the story, Mirio is almost graduating, which means he has at least two extra years of hero education that Deku lacks. Furthermore, Mirio maintains the sunny, heroic disposition of All Might, complete with the smile that cemented All Might's legacy in the first place. Deku is too serious to carry the same responsibility.

Additionally, Deku makes hasty decisions. He often puts himself and others in danger because he focuses too much on the immediate moment. Mirio, on the other hand, is more thoughtful and takes the time to assess a situation. This allows Mirio to make the best decisions for the situation at hand and avoid the consequences that Deku frequently faces later. Mirio is stronger and more mentally prepared to use his base Quirk, Permeation, so wielding One For All wouldn’t be as difficult for him as it is for Deku.

Context on Bakugo

Bakugo Has Grown A Lot

Name	Katsuki Bakugo
Hero Name	Great Explosion Murder God Dynamight
Quirk	Explosion
Quirk Type	Emitter
Age	17
Birthday	April 20
Blood Type	A

Katsuki Bakugo grew up alongside Izuku Midoriya (Deku). Both admired All Might and dreamed of becoming professional heroes one day. However, Bakugo was always several steps ahead of Deku. While Deku was Quirkless and worked hard, Bakugo excelled in nearly everything he tried. He was often praised for his abilities, including his flashy Quirk Explosion, which he manifested between the ages of four to six. Unfortunately, all the praise Bakugo received led to a sense of superiority.

He started treating others as inferior simply because they weren’t as naturally talented as he was. This changed once they started attending U.A. together. Unbeknownst to Bakugo, Deku had already received One For All by the time they arrived at U.A. Since Bakugo grew up with Deku, he knew Deku didn’t have a Quirk before, which immediately made him jealous. Bakugo also perceived a special connection between Deku and All Might, fueling his envy even more.

Bakugo experienced several setbacks during his first year of high school, including an abduction and failing his first provisional license exam. It wasn’t until he was humbled a few times that Bakugo began to reflect introspectively and decided to change. Eventually, he discovers Deku’s secret about One For All and becomes an ally in protecting Deku and the power of One For All. He also apologizes to Deku for the bullying he inflicted and begins to call him by his first name: Izuku. Bakugo truly becomes a partner, rather than a reluctant teammate.

Qualifications of Bakugo:

Bakugo Has Already Wielded One For All

Bakugo has worked hard to get where he is today. He has undertaken a personal journey to correct his character flaws and is learning how to become a better hero. He has a wide variety of ultimate moves at his disposal, and (as seen in the films) he has already wielded One For All before. Bakugo was so well suited to One For All that he didn’t even need much training to use it to its full potential, unlike All Might and Deku. Granted, he only accessed half of One For All’s power, but what he did with it was truly impressive.

Like Mirio, Bakugo is comfortable with his Quirk and knows how to use it to his advantage. He adapts easily to combat situations. Bakugo also excels academically, which is crucial for critical thinking in difficult situations. He has overcome his more reactive phase to become more strategic and allows others to assist him. Bakugo has come a long way toward his goal of becoming a great professional hero.

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Why Would Bakugo Be a Better Holder of One For All?

Bakugo Is More Responsible

Although it hasn’t always been the case, Bakugo is now much more balanced than Deku. He has become more strategic over time and has grown less reactive. While Bakugo can still lose his temper when angered, he now lives by the mantra "Save to win, win to save" that All Might taught them.

Additionally, Bakugo is more responsible than Deku. He goes to bed at a reasonable hour and doesn’t over-train like Deku. Deku constantly pushes his body to its absolute limits, which is often his downfall in battles. He doesn’t allow his body to properly recover, unlike Bakugo. Furthermore, Bakugo is generally more skilled at keeping secrets. People now know about One For All, but they probably wouldn’t have if Bakugo had inherited the power. Bakugo still has room for improvement regarding his attitude and demeanor, but he is making an effort to change.

Ultimately, Mirio and Bakugo would be far better users of One For All than Deku. They have more field experience and extensive training. They know how to strategize, whereas Deku tends to overthink and struggle to see situations clearly. Additionally, Mirio and Bakugo have a strong mastery of their Quirks, making it less difficult for them to wield another Quirk, unlike Deku.

Deku has improved with One For All, but he still lacks the maturity required to handle such a powerful Quirk. Mirio and Bakugo have demonstrated that they understand the gravity of such power. They wouldn’t injure themselves unnecessarily, unlike Deku, who constantly overexerts himself. Mirio and Bakugo have trained their entire lives to become heroes and understand the path they’re on. In contrast, Deku has only been working toward it for a few months. Mirio and Bakugo are the best candidates because they would treat One For All with the respect it deserves.