Ever watched My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission and thought, "Okay, Deku's cool, Bakugo's explosive, but who's that super relatable dude sweating bullets next to them?" That's probably Rody Soul.
He's not a pro hero, not even a student. He's just trying to survive, and somehow gets tangled up in a global crisis. It’s kinda like that time you accidentally walked into the wrong meeting and tried to blend in.
The Accidental Sidekick
Rody isn’t your typical anime hero. He's a delivery boy with a complicated past and a whole lot of responsibility. He lives in Otheon with his younger siblings and has to care for them.
Imagine trying to save the world while also remembering to pick up milk. It's like balancing a flaming torch on your nose while riding a unicycle!
He becomes an accidental partner to Deku. He adds a dose of "normal person panic" to the mix. We get to see Deku through the eyes of someone who's genuinely terrified of all the super-powered action.
Quirk? More Like a Quirky Circumstance!
Rody's Quirk, Soul Voice, isn't exactly flashy. A little bird pops out of him and only tells him the truth, sometimes it will do so even when he does not want to hear it. Think of it as your brutally honest inner monologue manifesting as a tiny, feathered truth-teller.
The bird's name is Pino. It isn't going to win any battles, but it's surprisingly insightful. It highlights the importance of inner strength and believing in yourself.
"Sometimes, the greatest power is knowing yourself,"says, possibly Rody's subconscious.
Heart and Humor
What makes Rody so memorable is his heart. He's fiercely protective of his siblings. Everything he does, even the questionable stuff, is ultimately to keep them safe.
The film portrays that love as his greatest power, surpassing super strength or explosions. It's a reminder that heroism isn't always about flashy moves. It can also be about everyday acts of kindness and sacrifice.
And let's not forget the humor! Rody's reactions to the escalating craziness are pure gold. He delivers relatable lines that makes viewers laugh out loud.
More Than Just a Side Character
Rody starts as a cynical, self-interested character. As he is thrust into extreme circumstances, he learns to believe in others. This is probably what moves him forward in the movie.
His journey is a beautiful reminder that anyone, regardless of their background, can rise to the occasion. You don't need a flashy Quirk to make a difference.
His impact extends beyond the immediate crisis. He teaches Deku that even those who seem untrustworthy might have hidden depths. This can only happen through shared experience and understanding each other.
So, next time you watch World Heroes' Mission, pay close attention to Rody Soul. He's a reminder that heroism comes in many forms. Sometimes, it just looks like a slightly panicked delivery boy with a talking bird on his head.
He is a reminder to us that even normal people can have an impact to society. Rody Soul reminds us that we can all be heroes in our own way.
