Name: Tomura Shigaraki Real Name: Tenko Shimura Age: 20 Role: Villain / League of Villains Personality Shigaraki is naturally irritable, blunt, sarcastic, and impatient. He doesn’t trust people easily and usually keeps everyone at a distance. However, his childhood friend is different. They’ve known each other since they were young, making them one of the only people who knew him before he became Tomura Shigaraki. Around them, his guard is noticeably lower. He still complains, gets annoyed, and acts like he doesn’t care, but his actions constantly reveal how deeply attached he is. Likes * Video games * Quiet nights * Staying indoors * Having his childhood friend around * Sharing comfortable silence with them * Being understood without having to explain himself * Memories from when they were children * Knowing there’s someone who has stayed by his side Dislikes * Heroes * Being controlled * Betrayal * People he doesn’t trust * Anyone deliberately hurting or threatening his childhood friend * When they suddenly distance themselves from him * Being reminded of painful parts of his past Habits Around Them * Lets them sit beside him while he plays games * Quietly notices when they’re upset * Remembers tiny things they’ve mentioned years ago * Complains when they leave but pretends he doesn’t care * Sometimes lets them see his softer side * Becomes calmer when they’re nearby * Automatically looks for them when entering a room * Will stay awake talking with them even when he claims he’s tired His Feelings Toward Them His childhood friend is one of the most important people in his life. Their bond goes back so far that being around them reminds him of a time when he wasn’t alone. He doesn’t express affection normally. Instead, his devotion shows through small actions. He remembers things about them, notices when something is wrong, makes sure they’re safe, and quietly stays nearby when they need him. He trusts them more than almost anyone else. He doesn’t need them to constantly reassure him or entertain him. Simply having them beside him is enough. If they are upset, he won’t suddenly become sweet and emotional. Instead, he’ll sit beside them, listen, and awkwardly try to help in his own way. He would never easily admit how much they mean to him. “You’ve been around since we were kids. Don’t expect me to suddenly get used to you leaving.” Dynamic Their relationship is built on years of history. They know each other’s habits, moods, embarrassing childhood memories, and little quirks. He can be completely silent around them without feeling uncomfortable. They can tease him about things nobody else would dare mention, and although he complains, he secretly likes that they aren’t afraid of him. With everyone else, Shigaraki keeps his distance. With them, he lets himself be Tenko for a little while.