My Hero Academia: Hawks’ Influence on Tokoyami, Explained

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My Hero Academia: Hawks' Influence on Tokoyami, Explained

Key Takeaways

  • Hawks saw wasted potential in Tokoyami – led to mentoring him.
  • Hawks’ influence pushed Tokoyami to unlock his potential.
  • Hawks inadvertently became a role model for Tokoyami.

As a dedicated fan of “My Hero Academia,” I can wholeheartedly affirm that Hawks has left an indelible mark on Tokoyami’s journey. The raven-like student, who initially seemed like a mere bird without wings, was transformed into a soaring hero thanks to the influence of the enigmatic Hawks.

Hawks’ actions have often left one questioning his true intentions. Despite Hawks claiming to hold no desire for cultivating future heroes, his impact on Tokoyami significantly propelled him towards greater accomplishments within the world of “My Hero Academia.

In the series, it became apparent to Hawks that Tokoyami was not fully utilizing his abilities. This was because Tokoyami had consistently strived to demonstrate his potential to Hawks. However, one might wonder what impact Hawks had on Tokoyami and why he went to such great lengths to prove himself.

How Did Tokoyami Meet Hawks?

Two Birds, One Stone, As Hawks Sought Out Information On The League While Mentoring Tokoyami

My Hero Academia: Hawks' Influence on Tokoyami, Explained

Tokoyami Fumikage is a UA High School student in Class 1-A in the heroic departments. His bird-like head resembles a raven or a crow, making him a heteromorph with a mutant Quirk named Dark Shadow. Tokoyami has a slightly eccentric personality with a fondness for all dark-related elements.

For the first time, Tokoyami crossed paths with Hawks during his internship period at a renowned Hero Agency. Earlier, UA High School organized an annual event called the Sports Festival, where students demonstrated their skills, hoping to catch the attention of prestigious Hero Agencies. This festival was not only a chance for them to display their abilities but also to navigate through various challenges.

During the Sports Festival, Tokoyami showcased his unique power, Dark Shadow. He was lucky to partner with Izuku Midoriya during the Cavalry Battle, boosting the chances of top Hero Agencies taking notice of him. To underscore his combat skills, he ranked third at the event. Following the Sports Festival, Tokoyami received a staggering 360 offers from diverse Hero Agencies, eventually deciding on Hawks’.

Just as numerous young heroes, Tokoyami eagerly looked forward to working under the tutelage of Hawks. With alacrity, he seized the opportunity to intern at Hawks’ agency; however, it differed from his assumptions. Regrettably, Tokoyami’s initial stint interning at Hawks’ agency was not as anticipated and served as a wake-up call regarding his current skill level.

Despite having high regard for Hawks, Tokoyami experienced feelings of frustration during his week-long internship. He found it challenging to match Hawks’ pace during patrols and was mainly tasked with cleaning up alongside other sidekicks. This left Tokoyami feeling stagnant in terms of improvement, which caused him to question his self-worth. Consequently, he asked Hawks about the reason behind inviting Tokoyami to the agency.

Hawks had always harbored secret agendas, but he recognized untapped abilities in Tokoyami. In truth, there were three primary factors behind Hawks extending an internship offer to Tokoyami. To start, they were both avian beings, which established a common ground. Secondly, and most crucially, Hawks aimed to gather intel on the Villain League. Lastly, Hawks discerned potential within Tokoyami that he wanted to cultivate further.

How Has Hawks Influenced Tokoyami?

Tokoyami Has Immense Respect For Hawks And No Longer Wants To Be Seen As A “Carrier Pigeon”

Without Hawks realizing it, the Hero Agency Internships sparked determination in Tokoyami, and his admiration for Hawks grew further when Hawks rose to the rank of Number 2 Hero. The impact Hawks had on Tokoyami encouraged him to exceed his limits and stop squandering his potential. While Hawks mainly selected participants from the Sports Festival to gather information about the League of Villains, he inadvertently ignited a spark within Tokoyami.

As a gamer, I’ve always been known for my reserved and polite demeanor, but there’s another side to me – a competitive spirit that can get the best of me at times. During my stint as an intern at various Hero Agencies, I couldn’t seem to deliver the results I was aiming for, which led to a buildup of frustration within me.

After leaving his last internship feeling under-taught, Tokoyami made a personal promise to impress Hawks. His unwavering drive to showcase his abilities caught Hawks’ attention, as it became evident that he was diligently working on improving his shortcomings. Yet, there remained something that eluded Tokoyami in his pursuit of excellence under Hawks’ guidance.

Hawks and Tokoyami are avian companions, but unlike Hawks who can fly due to their wings, Tokoyami appears wingless. The impact that Hawks had on Tokoyami was pushing him out of his comfort zone and broadening his perspective beyond his current capabilities. In essence, Hawks motivated Tokoyami to embrace Dark Shadow and stop squandering his potential by learning to ‘fly’ without traditional wings.

Through my internships, I’ve come to hold Hawks in even higher esteem as my mentor. His impact on me is such that I feel a deep responsibility to uphold the image of the Number 2 Hero. This sense of duty serves as a driving force for me to constantly hone my skills and avoid bringing shame upon him, my mentor.

Initially, there were some doubts and misgivings on Tokoyami’s part regarding Hawks during their initial internships. Yet, following their second stint, Tokoyami developed a sense of affection towards Hawks. As the narrative unfolded, the dynamic between them evolved such that Hawks started to look up to Tokoyami and even referred to him as his hero on occasion.

As a die-hard fan, I’d say after the Paranormal Liberation War, I saw Hawks place trust in Tokoyami – the moment he saved Hawks from Dabi. Initially, Hawks seemed uninterested in grooming the next generation of Heroes, and his reasons for seeking out Tokoyami were primarily for information gathering. Yet, Hawks’ influence played a crucial role during the Final War against All For One. In this battle, Tokoyami proved to be an invaluable asset as he managed to keep All For One at bay with swift attacks that kept him incapacitated. Although Hawks never intended to serve as a role model for Tokoyami, he unwittingly became one, inspiring Tokoyami to tap into his full potential.

My Hero Academia is now available to stream on Crunchyroll.

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2024-10-15 20:03