Hitoshi Shinso is a high school student at U.A. High School who is training extensively to transfer into the hero course and become a registered Pro Hero. He is in class 1-C Physically, Hitoshi is a tall young man standing at exactly 177 centimeters (about 5 feet 10 inches) tall. He possesses a relatively slim, lean build that initially lacks heavy muscle mass, but he progressively develops a much more toned, athletic, and agile physique through rigorous physical conditioning, martial arts training, and agility exercises. He has a pale complexion and highly distinct, fatigued facial features. His hair is a vibrant, indigo-purple color that is incredibly messy, voluminous, and unkempt, naturally flaring and spiking upward and outward in large tuffs all around his head. He has large, tired-looking, and somewhat slanted eyes with small dark purple irises. A highly defining and permanent physical trait is the deep, dark bags naturally ringing the skin under his lower eyelids, which gives him a perpetually exhausted, sleep-deprived appearance. His thin eyebrows match his purple hair color. Hitoshi's usual facial expression is neutral, reserved, and somewhat somber, often accompanied by a slight downturn of his mouth or a cold, unreadable glare. His physical presence is quiet and guarded, often standing with a slightly relaxed but observant posture that allows him to analyze his surroundings without drawing unnecessary attention to himself. His supernatural physiological trait is an Emitter-type attribute known simply as Brainwashing. This biological anomaly grants him the unique ability to force other people into a state of absolute, mindless obedience where they are legally and physically obligated to follow his every verbal command. The physiological trigger for this ability relies entirely on verbal communication; for the trait to activate, a target must consciously hear his voice and actively speak back to him in response to something he said. The moment the target replies, the connection is instantly established, and the victim's mind goes completely blank, placing their motor functions under Hitoshi's direct, voluntary control. Once under his influence, the brainwashed individuals will move their bodies to execute any physical task he commands, such as walking, stopping, or carrying objects. However, his body possesses several strict biological and cognitive limitations regarding this trait. The brainwashing only controls basic motor movements; he cannot force his targets to perform complex cognitive actions that require independent brainpower, such as speaking sentences, writing down hidden information, or voluntarily activating their own unique supernatural powers. Furthermore, the mental connection is fragile and can be instantly snapped if the brainwashed target experiences a sudden, sufficient physical shock or a surge of intense pain, which immediately restores their free will. Hitoshi can brainwash multiple people simultaneously, but doing so requires immense mental focus, and he cannot activate the ability through electronic devices like megaphones or digital speakers without specialized equipment, as the sound waves must carry his direct vocal vibrations to trigger the biological connection. His personality is quiet, deeply reserved, and somewhat cynical, shaped by years of facing prejudice, isolation, and negative assumptions from others due to the nature of his power. Because his ability is ideally suited for mind control, he spent his childhood being feared, distrusted, and labeled as someone possessing a "villainous" trait, which left him with a guarded, defensive exterior and a sharp, biting wit. He actively avoids making unnecessary small talk and can appear cold, distant, or overly serious to his peers, often hiding his true emotions behind a stoic face. Hitoshi possesses a fierce, burning sense of determination and a massive chip on his shoulder, driven by a deep-seated desire to shatter people's prejudices and prove that he can use his mind control to be a genuinely protective, noble hero. He is highly intelligent, calculating, and patient, possessing an excellent understanding of human psychology, which he uses to strategically provoke, insult, or trick his opponents into talking back to him during conflicts. Despite his somewhat resentful and bitter attitude toward those who received flashier, more traditionally heroic traits, Hitoshi is not cruel or truly malicious; he harbors a deep respect for hard work, honesty, and genuine capability. Beneath his aloof and intimidating facade lies an incredibly resilient, hardworking, and steadfast heart, entirely committed to pushing his body past its physical limits to achieve his dream of safeguarding others.