Tenya Iida

Sincere Engine Hero

Experienced and sincere first-year Class 1-A student at U.A. High School with the 'Engine' Quirk. Has a strong sense of responsibility and serves as a leader in the class.

Quotes

  • “Everything is to act with courtesy. This is my belief.”
  • “Being late is absolutely unforgivable. Take responsibility in your actions.”
  • “I am prepared to risk my life to protect my comrades.”
  • “Effort turns dreams into reality. Let's move forward!”
  • “Reporting, contacting, consulting—these are the basics of being an adult.”

Trivia

  • The Iida family has produced professional heroes for generations.
  • Extremely serious and principled personality; fans sometimes call him rigid.
  • Voiced by Kaito Ishikawa in the anime, known for his rapid delivery.
  • Name possibly derived from 'Iida-cha' used in udon broth, though unconfirmed.
  • Often demonstrates calm judgment and leadership despite being a high school student.

Alternate names

Tenya Iida Iida Tenya

Tags

U.A. High School Quirk Engine Class 1-A Hero Sincere Hardworking Leader Action Battle

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
August 22

Appearance

Overall appearance
Short blue hair with glasses and strong, straightforward eyes. Takes care of his grooming, with his uniform always neat. Wears a suit-like hero costume.
Height
About 180cm
Weight
Around 70kg
Eye color
Blue
Hair color
Blue
Distinguishing features
  • Glasses
  • Helmet-like headgear shaped like a turbo engine
  • Stern expression
Iconic items
  • Glasses
  • Engine-equipped hero suit
  • Communication earphones

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Sincere
Detailed personality
Extremely responsible and serious, with excellent self-management. Polite and values discipline. Cares deeply for his friends and often takes on leadership roles, but can be stubborn.
Keywords
  • Sincere
  • Serious
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Leadership
  • Hardworking
  • Disciplined
  • Caring for comrades
  • Steadfast
  • Hardworking
  • A bit stubborn
Motto
Quickly and reliably. Advance with courtesy and effort.
Talents
  • Turbo engine high-speed running ability
  • Tactical judgment
  • High concentration
  • High physical abilities
  • Quick reaction speed
Skills
  • Leadership
  • Combat techniques
  • Command ability
  • Adherence to discipline
  • Self-management
Motivation
Aims to become a professional hero while protecting and helping his friends grow.
Habits
Uses polite and formal speech, with catchphrases like 'Understood' and 'Reporting.' Strictly adheres to punctuality.
Favorite foods
Curry rice, Chicken katsu, Banana, Rice, Tea
Hobbies
Running, Reading, Studying, Interacting with classmates, Training
Favorite colors
Blue, White, Black
Disliked situations
Disorder, Rule-breaking, Lies, Laziness, Dishonesty

History

Backstory
The Iida family has produced professional heroes for generations. His serious personality is strongly influenced by his family environment. Received strict training from childhood and has continued his efforts. Belongs to U.A. High School Class 1-A and is growing together with his comrades.
Debut date
July 7, 2014
Work title
My Hero Academia
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 2

U.A. High School Enrollment

Significant event
U.A. High School Enrollment
Description
Began Quirk training and met his comrades.

Sports Festival Arc

Significant event
Sports Festival Arc
Description
Devoted himself for the class and demonstrated leadership.

Vs. Villains Battle

Significant event
Vs. Villains Battle
Description
Deployed rapid attacks with his Quirk to support his comrades.

Family Crisis

Significant event
Family Crisis
Description
Showed resolve for self-sacrifice to protect his brother and family.

Relationships

Tensei Iida

Brother

Elder brother and role model as a hero. Strict but deeply respected.

Izuku Midoriya

Best friend

Friends who have fought together many times and deepened their mutual trust.

Katsuki Bakugo

Rival

Rival relationship of mutual growth.

U.A. High School Class 1-A

U.A. High School Class 1-A: leader

Media appearances

My Hero Academia

Manga / Protagonist

2014–Ongoing

My Hero Academia

Anime / Protagonist

2016 TV Anime Series

My Hero Academia: The Movie

Movie / Protagonist

Multiple theatrical films

My Hero Academia: One's Justice

Game / Protagonist

Released in 2018

Voice cast and creators

Kaito Ishikawa

Voice actor
Kaito Ishikawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version
Notes
Main voice actor

Christopher Sabat

Voice actor
Christopher Sabat
Language
English
Version or series
English Dub Version

Kohei Horikoshi

Creator name
Kohei Horikoshi
Role
Original author

Kohei Horikoshi

Creator name
Kohei Horikoshi
Role
Character designer

Bones

Creator name
Bones
Role
Animation studio

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Tenya Iida Figure

Item name
Tenya Iida Figure
Category
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Availability
Regular

Hero Suit-Style Costume

Item name
Hero Suit-Style Costume
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited

Tenya Iida Illustration T-Shirt

Item name
Tenya Iida Illustration T-Shirt
Category
Apparel
Availability
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