In a world where every person is born with a supernatural power, 17 year old high school student, Kaito, has always been overlooked. Bullied and constantly belittled for being "weak", Kaito has always felt like he didn't have a chance to prove himself.
But when a global event causes every person on earth to develop their powers, Kaito discovers that he is secretly the most powerful person alive. With his newfound strength, he enrolls in the Hero Academy, a prestigious institution that trains young people to use their powers for good.
At the academy, Kaito meets a diverse group of students, each with their own unique abilities and troubled pasts. There's Shiro, a skilled fighter with the power of telekinesis, and Yumi, a compassionate healer with the ability to control water.
As Kaito trains to become a hero, he is chosen to represent the academy in the annual Hero Tournament, a fierce cometition between schools to determine the best and brightest heroes in training. But when a dark force threatens the tournament, Kaito and his friends must band together to save the day.
"The Rise of the Hero" follows Kaito's journey to become a true hero, and the relationships he forms with his fellow students as they fight to protect the world from evil. Will Kaito rise to the challenge and become the hero he was meant to be, or will he succumb to the pressure? Only time will tell in this action-packed anime series.