MHA: Bright Futures Ahead (AU)
Hope shines brightest in everyday heroism.
Bright Futures Ahead (明るい未来が待っている Akarui mirai ga matte iru) is an fanmade alternate universe created by NanNotFound based on the manga/anime series ‘My Hero Academia’ by Kohei Horikoshi.
In a world still shaped by quirks but no longer overrun by chaos, Bright Futures Ahead reimagines My Hero Academia through a gentler, more grounded lens. U.A. High has evolved into a prestigious five-year Hero Academy for students aged fifteen and up—an institution that prioritizes more than just power. Here, future heroes are trained not only to fight, but to thrive.
With a curriculum centered around emotional well-being, community involvement, real-world internships, and personal growth, U.A. offers its students a space to discover who they are—not just as heroes, but as people. While threats and challenges still exist, they no longer overshadow the everyday victories: a hard-won friendship, a newfound confidence, a quiet act of bravery.
Bright Futures Ahead trades all-out war for slice-of-life warmth, placing character development, relationships, and healing front and center. It’s a story about growing up in a world that believes in second chances, strong bonds, and the kind of heroism found in simply showing up—for others, and for yourself.
This AU follows my OCs as they basically tell the story through their eyes.
Information on these OCs coming soon.
U.A. Academy (UAアカデミー UA akademī)
Welcome to U.A. Academy, the top hero-training institution in Japan—revamped, recharged, and ready for the next generation of heroes. A hybrid between elite hero high school and college-level development program, U.A. now operates as a vibrant three-year academy for students aged 15 to 18, blending rigorous training with real-world experience and personal discovery.
Here, students aren’t just learning to fight villains—they’re learning how to be heroes their way.
With colorful classes ranging from Quirk Theory & Control to Hero Branding, Rescue Strategy, and even Crisis Counseling 101, U.A. nurtures a wide range of hero paths—from flashiest frontline fighters to low-key lifesavers. Students can pursue specialized tracks, explore support roles, or even craft their own niche under the guidance of pro mentors.
The campus is lively and uniquely tailored: dorms, clubs, hero simulators, quirk-safe zones, and internship hubs fill the school with energy and opportunity. Friendships bloom, rivalries spark, and every student carves out their own heroic identity in a world that values both strength and heart.
Whether you dream of taking center stage or changing the world quietly from the wings, U.A. Academy is where heroes come into their own.
Department of Heroics & Field Operations (Staff Lead: Aizawa, Kan)
Department of Strategy, Analysis & Support (Staff Lead: Snipe, Thirteen)
Department of Public Relations & Civic Heroism (Staff Lead: Present Mic, Mt. Lady)
Department of Heroics (Classes A & B)
“Courage in Action.”
This department is for students training to become frontline heroes—the ones who respond to disasters, stop criminals, and lead on the battlefield.
Focus: Combat training, quirk refinement, tactical response, rescue missions
Tracks: Frontline Hero, Rescue Specialist, Tactical Leader
Key Courses: Advanced Mobility, Crisis Scenario Simulations, Quirk Synergy, Legal & Ethical Use of Force
Ideal for: Students with high-impact quirks, strong leadership skills, or a passion for direct action
Department of Strategy (Classes C & D)
“Wisdom Behind the Mask.”
This department molds heroes who operate off the front lines—supporting through planning, intelligence, invention, and emotional care.
Focus: Support gear creation, strategy, tech development, quirk theory, mental health
Tracks: Support Engineer, Hero Analyst, Counselor Hero, Tactical Coordinator
Key Courses: Hero Tech Design, Psychological First Aid, Mission Planning, Quirk Compatibility Studies
Ideal for: Students with technical minds, problem-solving skills, or quirks better suited to support or analysis
Department of Public Relations (Class E & F)
“Heroism Starts with Connection.”
Focused on social leadership, this department trains heroes who inspire through presence, education, and outreach.
Focus: Media relations, community building, advocacy, disaster relief coordination, diplomacy
Tracks: Civic Hero, Media-Facing Hero, Hero Educator, Peace Facilitator
Key Courses: Public Speaking for Heroes, Community Service Integration, Hero Branding, Conflict Mediation
Ideal for: Students with charisma, empathy, or a desire to change society through influence and connection
Note: Each department has 2 classes with each class broken into years. Class 1A would be Heroics year 1, therefore years 1-3 would be seen as Class 1A, 2A, and 3A. There are a maximum of 26 students per class.
Principle - Nezu
Vice Principle -
Head Nurse -
Nurse Assistant 1 -
Nurse Assistant 2 -
Heroics Dept. Lead - Eraserhead
Heroics Dept. Co-Lead - Vlad King
Strategy Dept. Lead - Snipe
Strategy Dept. Co-Lead - Thirteen
Public Dept. Lead - Present Mic
Public Dept. Co-Lead - Mt. Lady
Class 1A Homeroom Teacher - Eraserhead
Class 2A Homeroom Teacher - Cementoss
Class 3A Homeroom Teacher - All Might
Class 1B Homeroom Teacher - Vlad King
Class 2B Homeroom Teacher - Edgeshot
Class 3 B Homeroom Teacher - Endeavor
Class 1C Homeroom Teacher - Snipe
Class 2C Homeroom Teacher - Ectoplasm
Class 3C Homeroom Teacher - Kamui Woods
Class 1D Homeroom Teacher - Thirteen
Class 2D Homeroom Teacher -
Class 3D Homeroom Teacher - Fatgum
Class 1E Homeroom Teacher - Present Mic
Class 2E Homeroom Teacher - Midnight
Class 3E Homeroom Teacher - Hawks
Class 1F Homeroom Teacher - Mt. Lady
Class 2F Homeroom Teacher - Mirko
Class 3F Homeroom Teacher -
**Blank spots are open for OCs to fill.
U.A. Students (Main Cast)
Class 1A: Yuga Aoyama, Mina Ashido, Tsuyu Asui, Tenya Iida, Ochaco Uraraka, Mashirao Ojiro, Denki Kaminari, Eijiro Kirishima, Koji Koda, Rikido Sato, Mezo Shoji, Kyoka Jiro, Hanta Sero, Fumikage Tokoyami, Shoto Todoroki, Toru Hagakure, Katsuki Bakugou, Izuku Midoriya, Minoru Mineta, Momo Yaoyorozu, Hitoshi Shinsou + 3 incoming OCs, as well as 2 slots left available.
Class 1B: Yosetsu Awase, Sen Kaibara, Togaru Kamakiri, Shihai Kuroiro, Itsuka Kendo, Yui Kodai, Kinoko Komori, Ibara Shiozaki, Jurota Shishida, Nirengeki Shoda, Pony Tsunotori, Kosei Tsuburaba, Tesutetsu Tetsutetsu, Setsuna Tokage, Manga Fukidashi, Juzo Honenuki, Kojiro Bondo, Neito Monoma, Reiko Yanagi, Hiryu Rin, + 6 slots left available.
All other Classes are minus the following: 3 slots in Class 3A for Mirio Togata, Nejire Hado, and Tamaki Amajiki; 1 slot in Class 2D for Mei Hatsume.
** Notes:
Thank you for reading. This is just basic information about my AU as I will be - keyword here - attempting to make an AU fanmanga set around my OCs. It’s really just an ambitious goal for fun so I’ll be taking my time with it. For now, I’ll be building OCs for it and just drawing for fun as I lay it all out.
As you can see, not too much is different between my AU and MHA. My AU basically just turns MHA into a ‘what-if’ scenario where the LOV isn’t as big a threat, All For One isn’t killing and taking quirks, and the governing body of the school isn’t training innocent kids to be soldiers for a war. 😂
If you read this and wanna insert your OC into this AU, just send me a message! I’d love to include others in this fun setting and see everyone’s unique OCs! 😀
