Following the school's prompts, Orion received his number and entered a huge auditorium.
U.A. High School had obviously taken into account the number of applicants, as the seating was just enough to accommodate everyone present.
At the front of the auditorium was a giant screen, and in front of the screen was a podium just large enough for one person.
After everyone was seated, a figure finally walked onto the podium.
"Fellow examinees, welcome to my live show!" On the high platform, a middle-aged man resembling a rock singer, wearing headphones and looking somewhat wretched, spread his arms with an enthusiastic expression. "Everyone say 'Hello' with me!"
"..."
The scene was completely silent. Not a single student responded, making the situation extremely awkward for a moment.
"Tch, how boring." The man frowned and spread his hands helplessly, but the smile at the corners of his mouth didn't diminish in the slightest.
"Next, examinee kids, I will now announce the summary and rules of the practical exam... Listen carefully, okay!!"
"..."
The scene remained silent, with no one responding.
"This practical exam is just as written in the application guidelines. Everyone will participate in a ten-minute 'mock cityscape exercise'."
"You can bring any items. After my explanation, head to your designated exercise centers and prepare for the exciting practical test."
"U.A. High School has placed a large number of three types of villains in the exercise grounds. Depending on their difficulty, different points will be awarded."
"Use your Quirks to defeat these villains and earn points. That is your goal."
"Of course, attacking other examinees during this period is strictly prohibited~"
As soon as the middle-aged man finished speaking, a student from below suddenly stood up. "I have a question. May I ask it now?"
"Please go ahead."
"There are four types of villains listed in the handout. If this is a misprint, then it would be a great shame for U.A. High School, the top school in Japan. We examinees are here to seek guidance from exemplary heroes!"
After the boy finished speaking, he quickly turned his head and looked at Midoriya Izuku behind him with an unfriendly expression. "By the way, to put it mildly, the curly-haired student on the right has been muttering since just now. It's really disrespectful to the practical exam site!"
"If you're here to mess around, please leave immediately!"
Seeing this, the middle-aged man on the podium waved his hand, drawing everyone's attention back to himself. "OK, OK, examinee number 7111, that was a very good question. Thanks a lot."
"Of course, the fourth type of villain is worth 0 points. In other words, it's an obstacle. Each center has a 'gimmick' that rampages around and is dangerous. Although it's not impossible to defeat, there's no point in doing so. I suggest you listeners use your Quirks to avoid it."
"That's all for my explanation. Finally, I'll share the school motto with you all: The great hero Napoleon Bonaparte once said, 'A true hero is someone who overcomes life's misfortunes.' Go beyond, Plus Ultra!"
"Alright, everyone, enjoy the upcoming ordeal!"
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"Please check the venue number in your hands. For Venue 'A', please follow me this way." Inside the hall, several teachers organized the students in an orderly manner to lead them to their respective venues.
"My venue number..." In the middle of the crowd, Orion fumbled around for a while before finally finding his number. "'A'?"
After checking his number, Orion casually adjusted his clothes and then followed the teacher's footsteps, setting off towards Venue 'A'.
"Hmph, I didn't expect you to be here too." Orion hadn't taken many steps when an arrogant voice came from beside him. "Just right. Today I can trample you ruthlessly under my feet."
"...Truly a child." Orion silently glanced at Bakugō Katsuki, then silently shifted his gaze away.
"Looking down on me?" Bakugō Katsuki exploded instantly, rushing in front of Orion and blocking his path. "Dare to compete with me?"
"No, not interested."
"!!!"
"Two examinees, please do not make loud noises." The teacher leading the way stopped and looked back at the two. "If you have something to say, please wait until after the exercise is completed."
"Tsk!" Bakugō Katsuki clicked his tongue and made way for Orion, looking extremely displeased. "Just you wait. In this entrance exam, I will definitely surpass you."
"Why must you compete with me?" Orion gestured towards Midoriya Izuku's direction with his chin and said slowly, "Shouldn't you be competing with him?"
"Hmph, a guy with no Quirk can't even get into U.A." Bakugō Katsuki glanced at Midoriya Izuku with disdain, then turned his gaze back to Orion. "I'm not done with what happened before. Just you wait!"
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