Shoto Todoroki
Half-Cold Half-Hot Hero
Possesses two Quirks of fire and ice, son of Endeavor, and a student in Class 1-A at U.A. High School.
Quotes
- I can be a hero too...!!
- It's okay to become the person you want to be.
- Even if unwanted, I'll save them.
- You are a son to be proud of.
- I want to see what kind of 'father' you'll become from now on.
- I have Class A (everyone), so I'm fine!
Trivia
- Name origin comes from English reading 'Shoto'
- Hair color is natural and symbolizes his unique physiology
- Only character possessing both fire and ice Quirks
- Raised under father Endeavor's strict training regimen
- Sports Festival battle with Midoriya was a major character turning point
- Hero costume evolves throughout the story
Alternate names
Shoto
Todoroki Shouto
Todoroki Shoto
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
- Birthday
- January 11
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Distinctive two-tone hair with red on the left half and white on the right half. Hero costume consists of a navy jacket and pants, white boots, and a belt with capsules. Gives a cool impression with a toned physique.
- Height
- About 176cm
- Eye color
- Heterochromia
- Hair color
- Multicolor
- Distinguishing features
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- Red hair on the left side
- White hair on the right side
- Burn scar on the left side of the face
- Iconic items
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- Hero Costume
- Belt Capsules
- Fire and Ice Manipulation Ability
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Serious
- Detailed personality
- Reserved and cool, but harbors a strong will within. Due to his complicated relationship with his father, he tended to suppress his emotions, but gradually forges his own path and grows. He values his friends and has a caring side for his comrades.
- Keywords
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- Cool
- Sense of Responsibility
- Conflict
- Growth
- Loneliness
- Hard Worker
- Family-Oriented
- Introspective
- Motto
- It's okay to become the person you want to be
- Talents
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- Fire Manipulation
- Ice Manipulation
- Combat Adaptability
- Cool Judgment
- Skills
-
- Hero Tactics
- Body Temperature Control
- Martial Arts
- Hero Activities
- Motivation
- To surpass his father and become a true hero. To fight true to himself using his own Quirk.
- Habits
- There was a period when he did not use his fire ability. He speaks little, but sometimes makes sarcastic remarks.
- Favorite foods
- Cold soba
- Favorite colors
- Navy, Red, White
History
- Backstory
- Born to his father Endeavor, the No.2 Hero, and his mother who possesses a strong Quirk, he was raised strictly as the parents' 'ultimate masterpiece.' In childhood, he suffered abuse from his mother, grew to hate his father, and lived without using his left-side fire ability. After entering U.A. High School via recommendation, through exchanges with Izuku Midoriya, he accepts his fire ability and comes to utilize both sides of his Quirk.
- Debut date
- August 11, 2014
- Work title
- My Hero Academia
- Media type
- Manga
- Episode or chapter
- Chapter 6 'What I Can Do Now'
Sports Festival battle with Midoriya
- Significant event
- Sports Festival battle with Midoriya
- Description
- Had sealed his fire ability, but encouraged by Midoriya, unleashed it and fought at full power, marking a major turning point in accepting his true self.
Reunion with mother
- Significant event
- Reunion with mother
- Description
- Met his mother, whom he had not seen for a long time, aiming toward family reconciliation.
Hero Provisional License Exam failure and special training
- Significant event
- Hero Provisional License Exam failure and special training
- Description
- Failed the provisional license exam once but grew through special training, and his relationship with father Endeavor also improved.
Final battle with Dabi (brother)
- Significant event
- Final battle with Dabi (brother)
- Description
- Battled and defeated his brother Toya, who became the villain Dabi, bringing resolution to the family's complex issues.
Relationships
Enji Todoroki (Endeavor)
Father
No.2 Hero and strict father. Rebelled due to past violent behavior, but mutual understanding deepened later.
Rei Todoroki
Mother
Possessor of powerful Quirk, the mother who scarred his heart. Currently hospitalized.
Toya Todoroki (Dabi)
Sibling
Eldest brother and villain Dabi. Confronted and defeated in the final battle.
Fuyumi Todoroki
Sibling
Older sister. One of the central figures in the family dynamics.
Natsuo Todoroki
Sibling
Second older brother. Each holds their own stance amid the family's complex relationships.
Izuku Midoriya
Best friend
Unleashed fire ability during Sports Festival battle, deepening bond as best friends.
Katsuki Bakugo
Rival
Rival in U.A. High School Class 1-A. Teamed up during Sports Festival and internships.
Tenya Iida
Teammate
Deepened coordination through intense combat training and class activities.
U.A. High School Class 1-A
U.A. High School Class 1-A: unknown
Media appearances
My Hero Academia
Manga / Protagonist
Serialization began in 2014
My Hero Academia
Anime / Protagonist
TV anime broadcast started in 2016
My Hero Academia: Two Heroes
Movie / Protagonist
Released in 2018
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising
Movie / Protagonist
Released in 2019
My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission
Movie / Protagonist
Released in 2021
JUMP FORCE
Game / Playable character
DLC appearance in 2020
Fortnite (collaboration)
Game / Cosplay character
Collaboration in 2023
Voice cast and creators
Yuki Kaji
- Voice actor
- Yuki Kaji
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime Version
- Notes
- Main voice actor
Kei Shindō
- Voice actor
- Kei Shindō
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime Version - Childhood
David Matranga
- Voice actor
- David Matranga
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- TV Anime Version
- Notes
- Main voice actor
Mikaela Krantz
- Voice actor
- Mikaela Krantz
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- TV Anime Version - Childhood
Kōhei Horikoshi
- Creator name
- Kōhei Horikoshi
- Role
- Original author
Bones
- Creator name
- Bones
- Role
- Animation Studio
Shueisha
- Creator name
- Shueisha
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Shoto Todoroki Figure
- Item name
- Shoto Todoroki Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Shoto Todoroki Plush
- Item name
- Shoto Todoroki Plush
- Category
- Plush or doll
- Availability
- Regular
Hero Costume Apparel
- Item name
- Hero Costume Apparel
- Category
- Apparel
- Availability
- Limited