The students of Class 1-A at U.A. High School are constantly pushing their limits, facing formidable villains in their journey to become pro heroes. While they’ve battled some of the most powerful antagonists in the My Hero Academia universe, they’ve also encountered some foes who, frankly, weren’t quite up to snuff. Here’s a look at 10 of the weakest villains that Class 1-A has faced, who, despite their best efforts, didn’t pose a significant threat.
1. The Sludge Villain
The Sludge Villain is where it all began, making an early appearance in the series and becoming the catalyst for Deku’s journey. This villain, composed entirely of a viscous sludge, possessed the ability to possess and control others. Despite this rather unsettling quirk, the Sludge Villain was quickly defeated by All Might , showcasing just how outmatched he was against a true pro-hero. His only real “claim to fame” was being the first villain seen in the anime, and the one who helped launch Izuku Midoriya’s career.
2. Mustard
A member of the Vanguard Action Squad, Mustard is a young villain whose quirk allows him to generate a sleep-inducing gas. While his gas could affect a wide area, his physical capabilities were notably lacking. During the Forest Training Camp Arc, he was quickly taken down by Tetsutetsu Tetsutetsu and Ibara Shiozaki, highlighting his vulnerability when facing a resilient opponent. His gas quirk, while dangerous, was not enough to make him a formidable foe.
3. Magne
Magne, a member of the League of Villains, possessed the ability to magnetize people, assigning north or south polarity depending on their gender. While this power could be useful in crowd control or against multiple targets, Magne’s combat skills and overall strength were quite low. This was made tragically clear when she was easily defeated and killed by Overhaul, proving her weakness despite her strategic quirk. She was more of a support character to the villains, rather than a powerful combatant.
4. Moonfish
Moonfish, known for his grotesque appearance and his ability to extend his blade-like teeth, was a peculiar villain who appeared during the Forest Training Camp Arc. Despite his menacing look, Moonfish was more of a berserker relying on relentless attacks rather than strategic combat. He was ultimately defeated by Shoto Todoroki, demonstrating that raw power can overcome his unique, if somewhat awkward, abilities. While scary, his overall power level was not that high.
5. Chimera
This villain from the My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising movie possesses a Quirk that allows him to transform into various animals. While this provides versatility, Chimera didn’t display the strategic thinking or raw power needed to truly challenge Class 1-A. He was defeated through teamwork, underscoring his inability to handle multiple opponents working in sync. Despite his power to transform, he was ultimately not a match for class 1-A’s combined strength.
6. Slice
Also from the Heroes Rising movie, Slice has a Quirk that allows her to extend and sharpen her hair, making it a dangerous cutting weapon. However, like Chimera, she wasn’t strong enough to take on multiple Class 1-A students at once, and was ultimately defeated through teamwork, highlighting her lack of true power when facing a group. She proved to be a dangerous opponent on her own, but ultimately wasn’t able to match the power of team work.
7. The Chainsaw Nomu
One of the many Nomu created by the League of Villains, this particular Nomu had chainsaws for arms. Despite the destructive nature of this modification, the Chainsaw Nomu lacked the intelligence and adaptability to truly be a threat. It relied on brute force and lacked any tactical prowess, making it relatively easy for heroes, and even Class 1-A to deal with. Its lack of creativity and tactical awareness landed it in the weaker category.
8. Spinner
Spinner, a villain who idolizes Stain, wields a lizard-like appearance and the ability to stick to surfaces. While he is a capable melee fighter, his quirk is not inherently powerful. He is more of a follower than a leader, and his combat skills are not sufficient to challenge Class 1-A on his own. Spinner is more of a symbol of Stain’s influence than a truly powerful villain in his own right. His most notable attribute is his loyalty to Stain’s ideals, rather than his own fighting ability.
9. Gentle Criminal
Gentle Criminal, despite his sophisticated demeanor and intriguing quirk that allows him to make surfaces elastic, was more of a nuisance than a serious threat. His goals were more about gaining fame than inflicting harm, and while his quirk had some tactical applications, he lacked the raw power to threaten Class 1-A. He was ultimately defeated by Izuku Midoriya showcasing how, despite his ability to use his quirk in unique ways, he wasn’t able to truly compete with the more powerful heroes.
10. Yuga Aoyama (Initially)
While Yuga Aoyama is a member of Class 1-A, his role as the traitor, at least initially, puts him on this list. When he is revealed, he attempts to flee, which leads to a brief confrontation with Deku and Toru Hagakure. Despite his Navel Laser, Aoyama’s fighting ability was not on par with his classmates, who he had trained alongside for years. This brief scuffle only served to highlight his inability to compete with the heroes, even when the heroes were somewhat weakened. Ultimately, his strength wasn’t enough to compete with his peers.
Conclusion
Class 1-A has faced a variety of villains, some of whom were terrifyingly powerful, while others, like the ones mentioned above, simply didn’t measure up. These weaker villains, while not major threats individually, still played their part in the heroes’ growth, teaching them valuable lessons about strategy, teamwork, and the importance of facing down all threats, regardless of size or power level. These experiences, against seemingly weaker opponents, were crucial stepping stones on their path to becoming professional heroes.
