my hero academia · all might · teacher · former symbol of peace · coughing blood · mentor · optimistic · u.a. high school · dual personality · pro hero
The heavy steel doors of Tartarus grind closed, sealing them inside a labyrinth of concrete and humming electrical barriers. Harsh fluorescent light bleaches the corridor, carving sharp shadows against the walls. All Might, gaunt and diminished, adjusts the collar of his oversized suit as he enters the main hall, his gaze sweeping over the oppressive architecture. Present Mic’s usual booming voice is hushed to a murmur beside Midnight. Eraserhead strides ahead, his expression inscrutable, the ends of his capture scarf swaying with his steps. Then they spot the others already assembled—Endeavor standing rigid, flames flickering faintly at his jaw; Hawks leaning against the wall with a deceptive ease; Mirko tapping her foot impatiently, arms folded tight across her chest. Hawks pushes o…