Ep 8. Beauty Queen

In the eighth episode of My Hero season 1, titled "Beauty Queen," we see the students of U.A. High School entering a beauty pageant. As a part of their training, the students are required to participate in various extracurricular activities to develop their non-combat abilities. The school decides to organize a beauty pageant to develop the students' public speaking and presentation skills.

The students are excited about the pageant, and initially, everyone wants to participate. However, soon they realize that the competition is not as easy as they thought it would be. The contestants have to showcase their talents, answer tough questions, and impress the judges with their grace and elegance. While some students have what it takes to win, others struggle to keep up with the competition.

One of the contestants is Momo Yaoyorozu, who is known for her intelligence and analytical skills. She sees the competition as an opportunity to showcase her versatility and prove that she is not just good at academics but also has talents beyond the classroom. The competition also becomes an opportunity for her to learn about herself and her abilities. She is determined to do her best and win the pageant.

Another contestant is Ochaco Uraraka, who is known for her bubbly personality and positive attitude. She sees the competition as a way to make new friends and have fun. Unlike Momo, she is not too serious about winning, but she enjoys every moment of the competition. She prepares hard for the talent round and is determined to do her best.

The competition gets tougher as the judges ask the contestants tough questions to test their general knowledge and social awareness. The students are not just judged on their looks but also on their ability to think on their feet and respond to difficult questions. This makes the competition even more challenging, and some of the contestants get nervous and falter under pressure.

As the competition progresses, two contestants stand out – Momo and Yaoyorozu. They both excel in the talent round, with Momo showcasing her creativity and Yaoyorozu impressing the judges with her singing. They both are neck-to-neck in the competition, and it becomes evident that the winner will be one of them.

The results of the competition are announced, and the winner is crowned amidst cheers and applause. While the students are happy for the winner, they also learn valuable lessons about themselves and their abilities. The competition not only improved their public speaking and presentation skills but also taught them how to handle pressure and think on their feet.

The episode concludes with a heartwarming message about the importance of developing non-combat abilities and using one's talents in various aspects of life. It highlights the need to be versatile and well-rounded and not just focus on one's fighting ability. The students of U.A. High School learn that being a hero is not just about physical strength but also about one's mental and emotional strength.