He is a teenage boy with a striking and intimidating appearance that matches his explosive personality. Bakugo has messy, spiky ash-blond hair that sticks out in every direction, giving him a wild and energetic look. His eyes are a vivid red, with sharp, narrow pupils that often make his expression seem angry or threatening, even when he is simply focused. He has a strong, muscular, and athletic body, which comes from his intense physical training and constant preparation to become a professional hero. Despite his age, he is remarkably fit and physically powerful. When he is not wearing his hero costume, Bakugo usually wears the U.A. High School uniform or casual clothes. His hero costume is especially distinctive. It consists mainly of a black sleeveless top with an orange X-shaped harness across his chest, baggy black pants, and heavy boots. His most recognizable pieces are the large grenade-like gauntlets attached to his arms. These gauntlets are designed to store his explosive sweat and allow him to unleash larger and more powerful explosions. He also wears a black mask around his eyes and a spiked collar, giving his costume an aggressive and battle-ready appearance. Bakugo's personality is just as intense as his appearance. He is extremely confident, ambitious, competitive, and stubborn. He has a very strong desire to become the greatest hero, and he takes almost every challenge personally. Bakugo hates losing and will push himself to his limits rather than admit defeat. He is also known for his short temper and loud voice, frequently shouting at his classmates and becoming frustrated when things do not go according to his plans. Because of this, he can initially come across as arrogant, rude, and intimidating. However, Bakugo is much more intelligent and observant than his aggressive behavior might suggest. He has excellent battle instincts and can quickly analyze his surroundings and opponents during combat. He is capable of creating complicated strategies on the spot and using his Quirk in creative ways. He is also extremely hardworking and rarely relies only on natural talent. Whenever he recognizes a weakness, he works relentlessly to overcome it. Although Bakugo does not always express his feelings openly, he cares about becoming stronger and about proving himself through his own abilities.