Momo Yaoyorozu
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| Series | My Hero Academia |
| Characteristics | |
| Birthday | September 23 |
| Gender | Female |
| Age | 24 |
| Height | 173cm |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Onyx |
| Personal Information | |
| Occupation | Pro Hero
Student |
| Status |
Alive
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| Main Series Debut | |
| Manga | Chapter 6 |
| Anime | Episode 6 |
| Voice Actor(s) | |
| Japanese | Marina Inoue |
| English | Colleen Clinkenbeard |
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Appearance
Momo Yaoyorozu is a tall teenage girl with a mature and well-developed physique. She has long, jet-black hair typically styled into a high, spiky ponytail, with a prominent strand hanging down the right side of her face. Her eyes are large yet sharp, dark in color, and framed by short eyebrows often set in a focused, determined expression.
Her original hero costume consists of a high-collared, sleeveless crimson leotard accented with silver lines around her waist and arms. The front of the costume is open, exposing her skin from her neck down to just below her navel. This design is practical, as it allows her to effectively use her Quirk, Creation, which requires exposed skin. She wears calf-length red heeled boots with sharp dips at the front, two gold utility belts around her waist with one holding her composition reference books at the back, and a thinner belt wrapped around her upper chest just below her shoulders.
Eight years after the Final War, Momo appears taller and more mature. Her hair is styled into a shorter, smoother ponytail, with two long bangs parted to either side of her face. Her hero costume has also evolved. The leotard now fully covers her torso for a more streamlined appearance, and she wears a communication headset with attached headphones. When working, her bangs are often pinned back by the headset, leaving a few loose strands free.
Personality

Momo patiently tutors her classmates
Momo is a prudent and dedicated individual who naturally takes on leadership roles. She remains calm and levelheaded in dangerous situations, though she is not entirely immune to moments of panic. Kind, polite, and relatively reserved, Momo is also known for her blunt honesty when pointing out others’ mistakes or miscalculations. She is direct in her approach, driven by a genuine desire to help her peers improve and grow into great heroes. This dedication was evident when she tutored her classmates at her home.
Despite her calm exterior, Momo continues to grow into a selfless hero who draws inspiration from those around her. She often assumes leadership positions in her class due to her intelligence and strategic thinking. Her wealthy upbringing has shaped her into a respectful and sensible person, often feeling disheartened by rude or discourteous behavior.
In difficult or compromising situations, Momo tends to stay composed. She shows little concern for losing much of her clothing during battles, understanding she can recreate it easily with her Quirk. She even admitted she would have designed a more revealing costume if not for the regulations on exposed skin. This practicality is sometimes misunderstood, leading others to view her as an exhibitionist. In reality, Momo is innocent and sensitive to vulgar behavior, frequently irritated by Minoru Mineta’s advances and Katsuki Bakugo’s abrasive demeanor. Her attitude toward nudity is casual and non-lewd, reflecting her straightforward and pragmatic mindset rather than a lack of modesty.
Initially confident in her abilities, Momo’s self-assurance took a hit after her swift defeat by Fumikage Tokoyami at the U.A. Sports Festival. Comparing herself to Shoto Todoroki, she began doubting her ability to make effective decisions under pressure. Her confidence was further shaken during a superficial internship with Uwabami, where she felt chosen for shallow reasons and struggled to find deeper meaning in the experience.

Momo’s determined expression
With Shoto’s encouragement during their final exams, Momo began to rebuild her self-confidence. She learned that different people bring different strengths to a team and that cooperation can lead to success. Even when captured or at a disadvantage, she demonstrates resilience and adaptability, using her Quirk effectively to overcome her enemies. In her battle with Itsuka Kendo, Momo admits she still experiences moments of self-doubt but no longer allows them to undermine her determination. She remains poised and capable, even under pressure.
Momo’s demeanor becomes more upbeat and enthusiastic when spending time with friends or helping others. Though she occasionally reveals her wealth unintentionally, those around her recognize that she does not speak out of arrogance. Despite her mature and composed nature, she sometimes gets caught up in silly or lighthearted situations, such as cheerleading, though she rarely shows much excitement about them.
Abilities and Skills

Becky showing off her fashion sense
Overall Abilities: As a recommended student of U.A. High School, Momo displays impressive combat capabilities and strategic thinking. She ranked 1st in the Quirk Apprehension Test, despite most of her classmates achieving at least one superhuman result. Her tactical mind and versatility allow her to hold her own even against stronger opponents. Though she lost to Fumikage Tokoyami during the U.A. Sports Festival and later to Itsuka Kendo during the Joint Training Battle, Momo showcased quick thinking and resilience in both battles.
Bukijutsu (Weapon Techniques) Momo excels in bojutsu, using her bo staff with high-level skill for both offense and defense. Her weapon proficiency allows her to take down multiple villains, as demonstrated during the U.S.J. Incident and Mission: Humarise, where she used her skills to fight off Humarise members.
Genius Intellect Momo is ranked S-Class in intelligence, qualifying her as a genius. Her analytical thinking and rapid situational response make her a natural strategist in combat and crisis scenarios. She often uses her Quirk to create tools, weapons, and devices mid-battle, providing essential support to her allies or turning the tide against her enemies. She ranked 1st in her class academically and demonstrated her advanced understanding of material composition by creating complex objects. One standout example of her intellect was during the First Term Final Exam, where she and Shoto Todoroki fought Eraser Head. She identified the time limit of Erasure Head’s Quirk due to a prior injury and exploited it to blindside and defeat him with Shoto.
Tactical Adaptability and Foresight During the Joint Training Battle, Momo demonstrated her ability to anticipate and adapt to unexpected strategies. She correctly predicted the opposing team’s two-layered plan and adjusted accordingly, even when placed at a disadvantage. Despite being overpowered by Itsuka, she used a point-blank cannon bluff to distract her and launched a support item (“lucky bag”) over a wall to assist her team. Although incapacitated, Momo showed incredible presence of mind by tying herself to Itsuka, hindering her opponent’s mobility.
