Bakugo

Katsuki Bakugo is a fictional character in the manga and anime series My Hero Academia, created by Kohei Horikoshi. He is a student at U.A. High School, Class 1-A, and later becomes a professional superhero known by the hero name Dynamight. He is known for his intense drive to be the best and his antagonistic relationship with his rival Izuku Midoriya.

Quirk and abilities: His Quirk, Explosion, allows him to generate explosions from his palms by exuding nitroglycerin-like sweat. By using gauntlets that store sweat, he can channel powerful blasts for offense, flight, and propulsion. With training, he improves control and strategic use of his power.

Personality and role: Bakugo is abrasive, hot-headed, and often dismissive of others, especially Deku. He is confident, stubborn, and ruthless in competition, but he also demonstrates leadership, tactical thinking, and loyalty to teammates in certain missions. His ambition is to become the top hero and surpass All Might.

Development and reception: Over the series, Bakugo's character is portrayed with growth, balancing bravado with moments of vulnerability and cooperation. He becomes one of the prominent supporting protagonists and appears across manga chapters, anime episodes, and feature films. The character has been widely discussed in fan and critical reception for his complex portrayal and development.