Leap of Faith - My Hero Academia AU

Fresh out of college, Hajime Kirigaya has always dreamed of being a hero-but life hasn't exactly made it easy. Haunted by the tragic loss of his family and a failed UA entrance exam, he's spent years quietly honing his skills and obsessing over heroes from afar, with one particular rabbit-themed pro-Rumi Usagiyama-holding a special place in his heart.

When a random encounter in the city turns into an unexpected showdown against a mugger, Hajime's latent quirk, Push 'n' Pull, puts him in the spotlight-and directly in front of his idol. Impressed by his raw potential, Rumi offers him a chance to audition as a sidekick at her agency.

With little time to prepare, Hajime dives headfirst into a whirlwind of physical training, quirk mastery, and self-reflection. As the sidekick trials approach, Hajime must confront his own fears, test his limits, and prove that a quiet, determined rookie can make it in a world of flashy powers and cutthroat competition.

Along the way, he navigates rival contestants, intense challenges, and the chaos of the hero world-while slowly learning that admiration can turn into something far more complicated. Between high-octane action, occasional comedic missteps, and the simmering tension with his idol-turned-mentor, Hajime takes the ultimate leap of faith: toward heroism, and maybe even something more.