In the dynamic universe of My Hero Academia, individualities reign supreme, defining the abilities and potential of their bearers.

While iconic powers like One For All and New Order shine brightly, there is a vast spectrum of individualities, ranging from the awe-inspiring to the seemingly mundane.

Often overshadowed by their more illustrious counterparts, these weaker individuals carry the weight of low self-esteem and social expectations, with their effectiveness in combat or heroic work questioned.

Despite their perceived limitations, many individuals with these modest quirks persevere, driven by a determination to defy the odds and prove their worth in a world dominated by superhuman abilities.

From professional heroes to aspiring UA students, they demonstrate resilience and creativity, leveraging their talents to overcome challenges and contribute meaningfully to society.

In this hierarchy of individualities, the true measure of a hero is not in the greatness of his power, but in the strength of his spirit and the lengths he is willing to go to protect others.

1) Quad Arms of the Fourth Type

Fourth Kind, a pro hero introduced during the Internship story arc in My Hero Academia, left a relatively unimpressive impression compared to other heroes.

With his Quad Arms Quirk, which grants him two extra arms, Fourth Kind's appearance may suggest enhanced combat capabilities.

However, his utilization of the Quirk was disappointing, as he prioritized menial tasks over engaging in battle, severely demanding that Eijiro and Tetsutetsu clean up the trash.

Though his unique Quirk grants him additional appendages, Fourth Kind's lack of notable feats or displays of strength relegates him to the role of an authoritarian chieftain rather than a formidable hero.

Their emphasis on tasks unrelated to heroism highlighted the limitations of their abilities and the disparity in effectiveness among the professional heroes introduced in the series' internship arc.

2) Rock Lock Blocking

Rock Lock, a skilled pro hero, demonstrates proficiency in utilizing his Quirk Lock Down, which allows him to immobilize objects in place, even in mid-air.

While Lock Down rewards resourceful thinking in battle and can be moderately useful in certain scenarios, its effectiveness is limited by its susceptibility to being countered by sufficient force.

In high-stakes fights against formidable villains like Overhaul or Tomura Shigaraki, the Rock Lock Quirk proves inadequate, as it offers little defense against their overwhelming power and abilities.

During the attack on Shie Hassaikai, Rock Lock's contributions were modest at best, and he faced defeat at the hands of the enemy.

This vulnerability was exploited by Himiko Toga, who took the opportunity to imitate him, further highlighting the limitations of Rock Lock's quirk in combat situations.

Despite his skill and dedication as a professional hero, Rock Lock's reliance on a Quirk that can be easily neutralized highlights the challenges heroes face when confronting opponents of greater strength and dexterity.

3) Sen Kaibara Spin

In the joint training exercise between Classes 1-A and 1-B, Sen Kaibara of Class 1-B failed to leave a lasting impression with his Gyrate Quirk.

Despite his potential to rapidly spin his body parts like drills, transforming himself into a living weapon, Sen underperformed and was eventually captured by his opponents.

While Gyrate may seem reminiscent of powerful characters with living weapon characteristics seen in other anime series, such as Mr. 1 in One Piece or Denji in Chainsaw Man, Sen's Quirk lacks the same level of power and impact, making him largely forgettable in the midst of the exercise.

The lackluster display of Sen's Gyrate Quirk in the joint training exercise highlights the disparity in strength and effectiveness between the students of Class 1-B.

While some, like Mushroom and Comic, displayed potent quirks that caught Class 1-A off guard, others like Sen failed to make a significant impact, highlighting the variability in abilities within both classes and the importance of strategy and adaptability in combat situations.

4) Nakagame Tatami Telescopic

While the Provisional Hero License Exam featured formidable non-UA students such as Inasa Yoarashi and Yo Shindo, others like Tatami Nakagame fell short in terms of combat effectiveness.

Tatami's telescopic Quirk allows her to retract her torso, limbs, and head into her body, similar to a turtle retracting into its shell or a telescope closing itself.

However, despite its unique nature, Telescopic offers limited utility in battle, primarily allowing Tatami to dodge attacks without providing significant offensive capabilities or synergy with other Quirks.

The shortcomings of Tatami's Telescopic Quirk highlight the challenges faced by some non-UA students when competing with their UA peers, many of whom possess more versatile, combat-oriented abilities.

While Tatami's Quirk may have specific applications for evasion, its inability to substantially contribute to offensive strategies may have contributed to his inability to excel in the competitive environment of the Provisional Hero License Exam.

5) Sirius's good ear

Featured in a filler episode of My Hero Academia, Sirius is portrayed as the friendly assistant of the professional aquatic hero Selkie, accompanying Tsuyu Asui during her internship.

Although Sirius possesses the Good Ear quirk, which aids in Selkie communication and detection of nearby individuals, its practical usefulness is limited to minor benefits.

Despite its moderate usefulness, the Quirk's function is considered redundant compared to existing technology, diminishing its importance in the world of heroes.

While Good Hearing allows Sirius to assist Selkie in various tasks and communication endeavors, its inability to contribute significantly to combat further diminishes its importance.

Sirius's portrayal in the filler episode highlights the challenges faced by supporting characters whose Quirks may not offer the same level of prowess or versatility as those of famous heroes, often relegating them to secondary roles rather than active participation in battle.

6) Mei Hatsume Zoom

Despite being a skilled inventor studying at UA, Mei Hatsume's Zoom Quirk may not be as essential to her abilities as initially believed.

Evidence from the series suggests that another genius inventor, the Quirkless Melissa Shield, is capable of inventing similar items without the benefits of Zoom.

This raises questions about whether Mei is relying too much on her Zoom quirk and may be neglecting her own inherent talents and abilities.

While Zoom allows Mei to function like organic microscopes and telescopes, its practical usefulness may be overshadowed by existing equipment available to inventors like her.

The implication that Mei could potentially achieve the same feats as Quirkless Melissa in the lab without relying on Zoom highlights the possibility that she may be underestimating her own capabilities and becoming overly reliant on her Quirk.

7) Yosetsu Awase Soldering

Despite its potential for creative problem-solving in a supporting role, Yosetsu Awase's Weld Quirk has failed to leave a significant impression thus far in My Hero Academia.

While Weld allows its user to fuse objects together like a welder, as demonstrated when helping Momo Yaoyorozu attach a tracking device to a retreating Nomu, its practical usefulness in combat situations has been limited.

Despite Yosetsu's pride in his Quirk, it proved insufficient to face formidable opponents like Katsuki Bakugo's team during the joint training exercise, highlighting his shortcomings in pro hero work.

While Weld may be more useful in civilian applications, his underwhelming performance in combat scenarios highlights the challenges faced by individuals with Quirks better suited to support roles.

While My Hero Academia often emphasizes the importance of diverse skills and creative thinking in heroism, certain individuals like Weld struggle to make a notable impact amidst battles centered around power.

8) Gunhead Gatling

Despite his intimidating appearance, Gunhead is a professional hero committed to protecting society with kindness and friendliness.

He played a pivotal role in Ochaco Uraraka's development, teaching her his unique style of martial arts, giving her an edge in her confrontation with the villain Himiko Toga in the forest.

However, this remains Gunhead's only significant contribution to the story, as his Gatling Quirk fails to elevate him to the level of prominent heroes.

Gunhead's Gatling Quirk allows him to fire a rapid barrage of keratin projectiles, similar to a gatling gun. While this ability provides suppressive fire, it falls short in terms of strength and versatility compared to other Quirks in the series.

As a result, Gunhead's presence in My Hero Academia is overshadowed by heroes with more powerful abilities, leaving him with limited impact on the story beyond his role in training Ochaco.

9) Bubble Girl Bubble

Bubble Girl, introduced as Sir Nighteye's teenage companion in the fourth season of My Hero Academia, brought charm to the growing cast of characters.

However, his limited presence in the story was due in part to the story's focus on protagonists like Deku and Mirio, as well as the underwhelming nature of his Quirk.

Simply called Bubble, her ability allows her to create bubbles of varying scents, serving primarily as a distraction tool to capture enemies.

Despite her potential as a support Quirk, Bubble fails to make a significant impact, making Bubble Girl's contributions to the main story minimal.

While Bubble Girl's presence added depth to the heroine's world, her lack of notable actions or dialogue reflected the limitations imposed by her weak Quirk.

In a universe where individual strength often determines a hero's effectiveness, Bubble's disappointing capabilities left Bubble Girl sidelined, unable to show her full potential within the series' main story arc.

10) Yuga Aoyama Navel Laser

Yuga Aoyama's Navel Laser Quirk, similar to the laser eyes of the X-Men's Cyclops, is a ranged attack ability that requires specialized equipment to control.

However, the need for such equipment raises questions about the Quirk's practicality and reliability in combat situations.

The significant physical strain it places on Yuga limits its effectiveness and diminishes his ability to utilize it consistently, resulting in the lack of major victories attributed to the Quirk.

Despite its drawbacks, Yuga has demonstrated some ingenuity when utilizing his Navel Laser Quirk, such as creating distractions with its blinding light during the provisional hero license exam.

However, its utility and impact pale in comparison to other ranged Quirks in its class, highlighting the challenges faced by heroes who rely on specialized abilities with inherent limitations.

11) Spinner Gecko

Spinner, a member of the League of Villains and the Paranormal Liberation Front, is known not for his combat prowess, but as a symbol of social injustice against heteromorphs.

Despite his affiliation with notorious villainous organizations, Spinner's limited combat abilities make him a lesser threat compared to other formidable antagonists such as Dabi and Muscular.

Instead, it serves as a poignant representation of the struggles faced by heteromorphs in a world where individuality dictates one's worth.

His Quirk, Gecko, grants him the appearance and climbing abilities of a gecko-man, but falls short compared to other animal-themed Quirks, such as Tsuyu Asui's Frog Quirk.

While Gecko may have influenced Spinner's life as an outcast, his practical usefulness in his villainous endeavors remains minimal.

Despite his shortcomings in combat, Spinner's role as a symbol of social discrimination adds depth to his character and highlights the complexities of the My Hero Academia universe.

12) Toru Hagakure's Invisibility

Toru Hagakure, the cheerful invisible girl of Class 1-A, possesses an Invisibility Quirk that serves more as a comedic element than a formidable tool for heroism.

While she demonstrates some creative uses for her ability, such as stealth maneuvers facilitated by her minimalist hero costume, her lack of major victories and the story's tendency to use her Quirk for humor relegate her to a secondary role in the story.

Despite his potential for stealth operations, other heroes such as Edgeshot feature more versatile and powerful applications of stealth, diminishing the importance of Toru's invisibility in the world of heroes.

The limitations of Toru's Quirk, particularly her inability to activate and deactivate it, present challenges both in her efforts as a heroine and in her personal life.

Perpetual invisibility brings difficulties in social interactions and family relationships, since not even her own parents have seen her.

While her invisibility adds a unique dynamic to her character, it also highlights the difficulties and disadvantages associated with certain Quirks within the My Hero Academia universe.

13) Inko Midoriya's Object Attraction

Inko Midoriya's Quirk, unofficially called Light Object Attraction, is a minor ability that allows her to pull smaller items towards her hand.

However, his limited usefulness and impracticality in everyday life render him largely insignificant. While he serves as a foil to his Quirkless son Izuku, his minimal impact on the story and lack of development relegate him to the background of My Hero Academia's story.

Mainly serving as a means to highlight Izuku's journey as a quirkless individual in a world full of superpowers.

Inko's role in the story revolves around providing emotional support to her son rather than showcasing her own individual abilities.

Despite her presence as a minor detail, Inko's Quirk highlights the diversity of Quirks within the series and the various roles they play in shaping characters and their relationships.

14) Mashirao Ojiro's Tail

Mashirao Ojiro, despite his dedication and martial prowess demonstrated through his Tailed Quirk, often found himself overshadowed in Class 1-A.

While his ability to utilize his tail as a versatile appendage demonstrates his commitment to honing his skills, its limited functionality in combat and inability to effectively synergize with other Quirks have left fans questioning his placement among his peers.

Despite her karate-themed hero costume and her commendable efforts to utilize her tail as a fifth limb, Mashirao's lack of standout moments and strategic versatility contributed to her disappointing presence in the class.

In a world where the strength and versatility of one's Quirk often determines success, Mashirao's reliance on a unique, close-combat-oriented ability highlights the challenges faced by individuals with more specialized powers.

While his dedication to training is undeniable, his tailed Quirk's inability to offer diverse utility or synergistic potential raises questions about his suitability for the rigorous environment of Class 1-A and the demanding world of heroism in My Hero Academia.

15) Mustard Gas

While a Quirk that produces gas may initially seem formidable due to its intangible nature, its effectiveness can be hampered by significant drawbacks.

Mustard, despite his pivotal role in the Forest Training arc, faced challenges that highlighted the limitations of his Gaseous Quirk.

The need to wear a gas mask to survive revealed a critical vulnerability, highlighting the lack of inherent immunity some Quirk users possess.

Reliance on conventional weapons such as a revolver for defense exposed the Quirk's shortcomings in providing physical protection, especially if the user could be easily tracked within the gas cloud.

Mustard's case illuminates the complexities of Quirk utilization and the importance of strategic adaptation in combat scenarios.

While they may appear potent on the surface, Quirks with inherent weaknesses or dependencies on external factors may struggle to maintain viability against skilled opponents.

Mustard's experience serves as a cautionary tale, prompting reflection on the balance between individual capabilities and practical limitations in the pursuit of heroism or villainy.