Tomura Shigaraki

Villain of Destruction

Leader of the League of Villains, his 'Quirk' is Decay. A villain with powerful destructive abilities.

Quotes

  • I will destroy both heroes and society
  • Destruction changes everything
  • My family's hands are my proof

Trivia

  • Shigaraki's name is written in kanji as '死柄木', evoking 'destruction'.
  • The hand objects are modeled after his family's hands.
  • His Quirk, which gradually strengthens throughout the story, is popular.

Alternate names

Tomura Shigaraki Shigaraki League of Villains Leader Tomura

Tags

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Pale bluish skin and grayish light blue hair are features. Usually wears multiple hand objects around the body, with a slender and sharp facial impression.
Height
About 178cm
Weight
Secret
Eye color
Blue
Hair color
Multicolor
Distinguishing features
  • Numerous hand objects on the face and body (actually modeled after his dead family's hands)
  • Pale bluish skin
  • Light gray hair
Iconic items
  • Shigaraki Family Hand Objects
  • League of Villains Coat

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Ruthless
Detailed personality
Ruthless and cruel, with strong destructive impulses and a pessimistic side. Hates society and heroes based on his ideology, seeking to achieve his ideals through destruction.
Keywords
  • Ruthless
  • Cruel
  • Destructive
  • Vengeful
  • Leadership
Motto
Destruction is the path to true rebirth
Talents
  • Destructive 'Quirk'
  • Tactical Command
  • Physical Abilities
Skills
  • Direct Combat Ability
  • Villain Leadership
  • Psychological Warfare
Motivation
Destruction of hero society and creation of a new order
Habits
Tends to go into destructive rampages when anger peaks

History

Backstory
Originally an ordinary boy, but after a tragic past with his family and struggles with his own 'Quirk', he awakened as the leader of the League of Villains. Harbors strong hatred for society and devotes himself to destructive activities.
Debut date
July 7, 2014
Work title
My Hero Academia
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Volume 1 Chapter 1

Formation of the League of Villains

Significant event
Formation of the League of Villains
Description
The process of forming the League of Villains with fellow villains and building power.

Awakening of Quirk 'Decay'

Significant event
Awakening of Quirk 'Decay'
Description
Becomes able to fully master the destructive Quirk 'Decay'.

U.A. High School Assault Incident

Significant event
U.A. High School Assault Incident
Description
Leads a large-scale terrorist attack on the hero training school.

Relationships

Dabi

Teammate

Fought together as a core member of the League of Villains

Himiko Toga

Teammate

Cooperative relationship in the League of Villains

Shigaraki Eri

Family

Possibility of being a younger brother or family member is suggested

League of Villains

League of Villains: leader

Media appearances

My Hero Academia

Manga / Protagonist

Serialization began in 2014

My Hero Academia

Anime / Protagonist

TV anime broadcast began in 2016

My Hero Academia Theatrical Edition Series

Movie / Protagonist

Multiple films

Voice cast and creators

None

Voice actor
None
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version and Later

Kōhei Horikoshi

Creator name
Kōhei Horikoshi
Role
Original author

Kōhei Horikoshi

Creator name
Kōhei Horikoshi
Role
Character designer

Shueisha

Creator name
Shueisha
Role
Publisher

Bones

Creator name
Bones
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Tomura Shigaraki Figure

Item name
Tomura Shigaraki Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Tomura Shigaraki Acrylic Stand

Item name
Tomura Shigaraki Acrylic Stand
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited