Chương 81: Chapter 80: The Combat Uniform Is On The Way

"Godspeed!"

This move was an upgraded version of Kaminari's "High-Speed Movement." It not only allowed him to reach even faster speeds and heightened reflexes but also provided a layer of "armor" through the intense lightning that wrapped around his body. The electric energy coating acted as a barrier, giving his attacks more impact and durability.

In this state, every punch, every kick was like a charged-up version of his "Lightning Fist." Although it was still a ways off from his ultimate goal, it was beginning to resemble a prototype of the "Thunder Armor" he envisioned.

But there were limitations. Maintaining this form drained his energy faster than High-Speed Movement did. Every attack and every block burned through his stamina, and sustaining the form for only ten minutes consumed almost as much power as his Chain Lightning attack against Tomura Shigaraki.

And yet… there was no denying that this form looked incredible.

The golden electric flames flickering over his body made him appear larger than life, and his usually tousled blonde hair now stood on end, crackling with electricity. He looked like a golden, electrified version of a Super Saiyan.

Of course, his power was nowhere near that level… but hey, looking cool counted for something, right?

With "Godspeed," Kaminari's strength had undeniably leveled up.

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Whoosh!

"Hah… can't keep up with that speed," Todoroki muttered, watching Kaminari blur into the distance.

The icy path he had created was still effective, but Kaminari's speed had forced him to abandon the idea of competing purely on speed. His right side, covered in frost from his earlier Quirk usage, was now defrosting as he ran at full tilt, regaining warmth from his own body heat.

"It's only the first event. No need to push too hard… as long as I secure first place in the end," Todoroki thought, his face set in steely determination.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Suddenly, the unmistakable sound of explosions filled his ears. Without looking, he knew who it was. Bakugo blasted himself forward with violent bursts, catching up to Todoroki and sneering down at him from mid-air.

"Yo, half-and-half bastard! Having trouble keeping up?"

Todoroki remained silent, glancing briefly at Bakugo to assess his speed. His explosions are getting stronger. He's heating up over time…

Just behind them, a third group was making steady progress. Iida sprinted at high speed, while Tsuyu leaped gracefully over obstacles. Hatsume Mei zoomed along in her support gear, and Momo pedaled a small electric bike she'd crafted just for the event.

In the air, Shoji used his replicated arms as makeshift wings to fly, drawing admiration from everyone who saw him. His creativity with his Quirk was impressive.

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"RAAAHHH!!!"

Back near the starting line, Midoriya let out a desperate cry as he willed his body forward. The display screen in the stadium zoomed in on him, his face set in fierce determination.

"That's A-1's Izuku Midoriya!" Present Mic shouted excitedly, his voice booming across the stadium. "Where did that insane speed come from?!"

The audience's eyes widened as they saw the red energy lines tracing Midoriya's arms, neck, and face. Present Mic leaned forward, eyeing the screen in astonishment.

"What's the deal with his Quirk? What's it called?" he asked, turning to Aizawa, who remained silent. The truth was, even Aizawa didn't know the exact name of Midoriya's Quirk. It hadn't been listed on his file.

"It's… a high-impact Quirk, very powerful," Aizawa murmured, his voice laced with concern. "But it also comes with serious drawbacks…"

Watching Midoriya pushing himself to the limit, Aizawa felt a twinge of worry. He'd seen Midoriya injure himself severely with just one arm in previous training. If he was using that power across his entire body now…

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"HE'S SURPASSING THEM!"

Present Mic's voice rang out, louder than ever. "Midoriya Izuku has blown past the third group of contestants!"

"He's catching up to Todoroki and Bakugo! And he's gaining on them fast!"

In the special viewing booth, All Might clenched his fists, watching his successor on the screen. Midoriya's fierce determination was visible in his eyes, and the power of One For All burned within him.

Did his will to win accidentally ignite One For All, allowing it to adjust naturally? All Might wondered.

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While everyone marveled at Midoriya's speed, Kaminari had already reached the second obstacle.

"Oh… I can't use 'Godspeed' here," he realized, eyeing the terrain.

While the move gave him incredible speed, it lacked flexibility in confined spaces. Without a clear, straight path, using it here would be more of a hindrance than a help. He'd either have to commit to a full-speed dash or risk a hard fall.

Sighing, Kaminari relaxed his Quirk.

The electric flames around him fizzled out, leaving only a few sparks dancing across his body. His blonde hair, which had been standing on end, settled back down.

As he glanced over his shoulder, he could see Bakugo and Todoroki approaching fast. Bakugo had just overtaken Todoroki and was now Kaminari's closest competitor.

With no time to waste, Kaminari leaped forward, keeping his balance as he ran across the narrow steel beams and crossed the towering pillars that stretched across the course. He moved with practiced ease, his every step calm and sure.

Spectators across the stadium, including several pro heroes, watched him in admiration.

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In a traditional Japanese room in the Mitsui ancestral home, an elderly man in a black kimono sat calmly on a tatami mat, watching Kaminari's performance on a large television screen. His face broke into a small smile.

"So, what do you think now?" he asked, his voice carrying an air of authority.

Next to him knelt a middle-aged man in a sharp suit, watching the screen with a skeptical expression. "He has potential," he admitted reluctantly. "But… are we sure he's worth using the 'super-intelligent shape memory alloy' for his gear?"

The old man chuckled softly. "If he takes first place, grant him the alloy for his combat uniform. He saved my life. I believe this is a suitable way to repay him."

"And if he doesn't win first?" the man in the suit asked, hopeful that he might not have to part with such a precious material.

"If he places second or lower, then we'll forego the 'intelligent alloy,' but he'll still receive a top-grade combat uniform. My life isn't so cheap."

"Understood," Mitsui Yusuke replied, nodding in deference. He was willing to invest in Kaminari, but parting with the alloy would be a last resort. Still, if we can make a suit using our best tech… it should be impressive.

"It's up to you now, Kaminari," the old man murmured, his eyes fixed on the screen. He watched as Kaminari navigated the pillars with ease, showing a level of composure and skill that impressed even him.

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Chương 82: Chapter 81: Midoriya's Power Awakens!

"Hmm… already catching up, huh?"

Kaminari turned his head to see Bakugo flying through the air, propelled by the continuous explosions from his hands. That ability to fly really gives him an edge, Kaminari thought to himself, a small smirk playing on his lips.

"Thunder idiot!!" Bakugo bellowed. "Get it through your head! I'm your biggest rival! First place is MINE!"

The explosions from Bakugo's palms added an extra burst of intensity to his words as he closed in on Kaminari.

Kaminari just chuckled to himself. If I had my coins, a shot from my railgun would've sent you flying right now!

He couldn't help but feel a bit annoyed. Since the school had banned any equipment aside from clothing, he wasn't allowed to carry the metal coins he used for his ranged railgun attacks. It was frustrating—without those, he was left with fewer long-range options.

If I hadn't mastered "Godspeed" and "High Voltage Mode" just in time, I wouldn't even be confident competing against Todoroki and Bakugo in this Sports Festival.

Kaminari sighed, recognizing that he still had a lot of room to grow. His reliance on equipment only highlighted his need to strengthen his own abilities further.

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Meanwhile, he approached the end of the second level, with Bakugo just about caught up to him, their fierce rivalry igniting once again.

"I'm number one!!!" Bakugo roared, pushing himself even harder.

Trailing close behind them was Todoroki, who kept his focus on maintaining his place in the top three. He'd decided that he didn't need to fight for first place in this round, as long as he secured a top position, that would be enough.

But his thoughts were interrupted by the sound of someone screaming from behind.

"Midoriya?"

Todoroki glanced back, surprised by what he saw.

Midoriya was somehow racing along the steel beams with green energy crackling around his body, giving him a speed and agility that Todoroki hadn't expected to see.

What's going on? Todoroki thought, eyes widening slightly. He looks just like Kaminari… but with green lightning?

Midoriya caught his gaze and shouted, determination burning in his eyes, "Todoroki! I'm giving everything I've got in this race too!"

His words, broadcast live, reached the ears of everyone watching across Japan.

Unbeknownst to Kaminari, his earlier "One Hundred Thousand Volts" attack had pushed Midoriya to his limit, awakening a new understanding of his power. In his desperation, Midoriya had figured out how to channel "five percent" of his Quirk throughout his body, keeping it within a manageable range.

The famed "Midoriya miracle" was in full effect.

This kid… he really is something, Kaminari thought, glancing back briefly. That hero spirit… it's something else.

Todoroki, however, was no longer calm. The icy chill radiating from his right side intensified as he activated his Quirk again.

I can't let this green-haired kid overtake me! I can accept Kaminari and Bakugo ahead of me, but there's no way I'm losing to Midoriya!

With renewed determination, Todoroki summoned a massive wave of ice, creating a bridge that spanned across the remaining pillars in front of him. While this would make it easier for others to follow, he didn't care anymore. His pride was on the line.

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Back in the lead, Kaminari and Bakugo had cleared the second level and were now on a stretch of flat ground, which immediately turned into a battlefield.

Bakugo, fired up and relentless, was attacking Kaminari every chance he got.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Each blast left craters in the ground, sending clouds of dust into the air. Bakugo's crazed laughter echoed with each explosion, making him look more like a villain than a hero.

"Wahahaha! Get ready, Thunder Idiot!" Bakugo shouted, wild-eyed. "I'm blowing you out of my way! First place is MINE!"

With a fierce grin, he launched himself forward, aiming a powerful blast at Kaminari. But Kaminari wasn't about to just sit back and take it. He retaliated with his own lightning-charged punch.

Boom!!!

Their powers clashed, sending a shockwave that rippled across the course. Bakugo was pushed back, stumbling as he tried to regain his balance.

But Kaminari wasn't done. Golden lightning surged around him, and with a burst of speed, he activated "Godspeed" once more, charging forward in a dazzling blur.

"Get out of my way, Bakugo!" Kaminari yelled, lashing out with a lightning-imbued kick.

WHAM!

Bakugo was sent flying back, tumbling across the ground, sparks of electricity crackling around him.

"Bakugo!" Midoriya called out, shocked by the sight of his rival being knocked back so forcefully.

"Shut up, Deku!" Bakugo snarled, his expression twisted with rage. He was too focused on Kaminari to even register Midoriya's own transformation. "Thunder Idiot! I'm not done with you!"

With an explosive push from his palms, Bakugo propelled himself forward again, ignoring the pain in his arms from the sheer force he was using. Fueled by adrenaline and pure stubbornness, he hurtled forward, determined to catch up.

Now the second group was a high-stakes race between Todoroki, Midoriya, and Bakugo. The big screens showed their progress side by side, each of them giving their all in an intense battle for second place.

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Kaminari, now with a comfortable lead, soon reached the third obstacle.

"The final stage for Kaminari Denki, the first in the lead… a massive minefield!!" Present Mic announced, his voice brimming with excitement.

"The staff really outdid themselves with this one! If you look carefully, you can actually see where the mines are buried," he explained. "Keep your eyes open and tread carefully!"

Hearing this over the stadium's loudspeakers, several of Kaminari's classmates back on the ice track like Tetsutetsu, Kyoka, Iida, and Momo couldn't help but gasp.

Has Kaminari already made it that far?

"Hmm… this is tricky. I'm not sure how fast these mines detonate…" Kaminari muttered to himself, looking out at the maze of hidden explosives in front of him.

The darker patches of ground clearly indicated where the mines were buried, but they were scattered randomly across the path, making navigation a challenge.

"Well, can't waste any more time. Let's go!"

With the sounds of explosions and cheers from the audience spurring him on, Kaminari activated the more flexible "High-speed Movement," and darted into the minefield. However, his speed wasn't as fast as usual because he still had to rely on his eyes, carefully watching his steps.

Not far behind, Bakugo, Todoroki, and Midoriya reached the minefield as well.

"Hah! Mines? Like I care!" Bakugo laughed wildly, his palms flaring as he launched himself over the ground with blasts from his hands, completely ignoring the mines below.

"Thunder Idiot! I'm coming for you!"

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