Limit Breaker – Episode 1: The Path of a Hero (Maybe)

The sound of crunching cereal filled the dimly lit apartment. Ryo Takeda sat on his worn-out couch, a half-empty bowl of cereal in one hand, remote in the other. His eyes were locked onto the TV screen, where the legendary hero Manga Man was effortlessly saving the city from a monstrous, fire-breathing kaiju.

"Justice always wins!" Manga Man declared, striking a ridiculous pose as the defeated monster collapsed. His hero ranking flashed on the screen:

Hero Name: Manga Man

Hero Rank: B-Class

Ryo exhaled. “Tch. B-Class, huh? Even with all that power?” He lazily scooped another spoonful of cereal into his mouth.

Across the room, his best friend, Daigo Asuka, stood with his arms crossed. Unlike Ryo, Daigo actually had motivation. His cybernetic arm whirred as he adjusted the flames flickering from his robotic hand.

"You’re seriously just sitting here?" Daigo scowled. "The superhero tryouts are tomorrow, and you’re still watching TV like some retired old man!"

Ryo shrugged. “Too much effort.”

Daigo’s mechanical eye flickered red in frustration. "That’s it. I’m signing both of us up. No backing out."

Ryo groaned. He knew there was no stopping Daigo once he made up his mind.

The next day, at the Superhero Registration Center, both of them stood in line, surrounded by wannabe heroes. When it was finally their turn, they filled out their registration forms:

Superhero Registration Forms

🔹 Name: Ryo Takeda

🔹 Hero Alias: Limit Breaker

🔹 Abilities: ??? (Yet to be discovered)

🔹 Rank: Unranked

🔹 Name: Daigo Asuka

🔹 Hero Alias: Blaze Gear

🔹 Abilities: Cybernetic enhancements, fire-based attacks

🔹 Rank: Unranked

As Ryo handed in his form, he sighed. “Well, I guess I’m doing this now.”

Daigo smirked, flames sparking from his fingers. “Damn right you are. Time to see if you’ve got what it takes.”

And just like that, the first step toward becoming a hero had been taken.

End of Episode 1

Limit Breaker – Episode 2: The Hero Tryouts Begin!

The Superhero Tryouts were held in a massive training facility, packed with eager participants hoping to prove their worth. Ryo Takeda and Daigo Asuka stood among them, waiting for their turn.

"Man, why am I even here?" Ryo groaned, stretching his arms.

Daigo rolled his eyes. "Because if you’re not gonna use your strength, I’ll make sure you do."

Just then, two other applicants approached them.

One was a lean, athletic guy with silver hair tied in a short ponytail, tapping his foot rapidly against the ground. “Yo! Name’s Jin Arashi, hero alias Flash Striker. Fastest guy in this whole damn place.”

Next to him stood a guy with glasses and a confident smirk. He had no visible powers, but there was a sharpness in his gaze. “And I’m Shin Kisaragi, hero alias Mindhack. No super strength, no speed, but I’ve got a brain that makes up for it.”

Daigo smirked. “Interesting. Let’s see if you two can actually back up those names.”

The Physical Test – 5 Challenges

1️⃣ Strength Test (Max Score: 10 points)

Contestants had to punch a reinforced machine to measure their raw strength.

Ryo: He casually threw a lazy punch… and accidentally shattered the machine. (Score: 10/10)

Daigo: With his cybernetic enhancements, he delivered a fiery punch. (Score: 8/10)

Jin: Speed-focused, so his punch was weaker. (Score: 5/10)

Shin: …Yeah, he barely dented the machine. (Score: 2/10)

2️⃣ Speed Test (Max Score: 10 points)

Contestants had to complete a 100m dash in the shortest time.

Ryo: Jogged lazily but still finished decently. (Score: 6/10)

Daigo: Used his flame boosters to enhance his speed. (Score: 8/10)

Jin: Absolutely blitzed the competition, finishing in a blink. (Score: 10/10)

Shin: Well… he ran. (Score: 3/10)

3️⃣ Endurance Test (Max Score: 10 points)

Participants had to withstand an onslaught of attacks from a mechanical sparring bot.

Ryo: Took every hit without budging. (Score: 10/10)

Daigo: Blocked using flames but got slightly burned. (Score: 7/10)

Jin: Dodged with sheer speed but took a few hits. (Score: 6/10)

Shin: Used his intelligence to predict attack patterns and avoided most hits. (Score: 8/10)

4️⃣ Combat Test (Max Score: 10 points)

Contestants had to face off in a one-on-one sparring match.

Ryo: Knocked out his opponent in one hit (by accident). (Score: 10/10)

Daigo: Used his flames and cybernetics to dominate. (Score: 9/10)

Jin: Used speed to overwhelm his opponent. (Score: 9/10)

Shin: Outsmarted his opponent with counters and tricks. (Score: 7/10)

5️⃣ Obstacle Course (Max Score: 10 points)

A series of traps, walls, and challenges meant to test agility and problem-solving.

Ryo: Smashed through everything. (Score: 8/10)

Daigo: Used fire propulsion to clear obstacles. (Score: 8/10)

Jin: Weaved through effortlessly. (Score: 10/10)

Shin: Avoided everything with careful planning. (Score: 9/10)

Final Scores (Out of 50)

Ryo (Limit Breaker): 44/50

Daigo (Blaze Gear): 40/50

Jin (Flash Striker): 40/50

Shin (Mindhack): 29/50

The Evaluators

Watching from the stands were two well-known heroes:

1️⃣ Manga Man (B-Class Hero) – The hero Ryo watched on TV. His abilities allow him to bring manga-like action to life, performing exaggerated moves straight out of comic books.

2️⃣ Titan Fist (A-Class Hero) – A powerhouse known for overwhelming strength, capable of leveling buildings with a single punch.

3️⃣ Storm Witch (A-Class Hero) – A master of wind-based abilities, controlling storms with ease.

Manga Man rubbed his chin. "That Ryo kid… he wasn’t even trying, but he still crushed the test.”

Titan Fist crossed his arms. “If he learns to use that strength properly, he’ll be dangerous. But right now? He’s just a slacker.”

Storm Witch smirked. “Let’s see if he actually wants to be a hero… or if he’s just here for the ride.”

End of Episode 2

Limit Breaker – Episode 3: The Written Test (Oh No...)

After the brutal Physical Test, the remaining candidates entered a large hall filled with desks. This time, no amount of punching, running, or fire-shooting would help—this was the Written Test.

Ryo slumped in his seat, staring at the test papers with dead eyes.

"This is actually worse than fighting a monster," he muttered.

Daigo, sitting beside him, smirked. "You should’ve studied."

"Studied?" Ryo scoffed. "I didn’t even know there was a written test!"

At the front of the room, an exam proctor in a black suit cleared his throat.

"Attention, all applicants! You will have one hour to complete this 50-question test. Your hero ranking will depend on both your physical and written performance. Those who fail... well, let’s just say you won’t make it as heroes."

A few people gulped.

"Begin!"

The Test Sections (and How They Went for Each Candidate)

📝 1. Hero Law & Ethics (15 points)

Basic questions about hero responsibilities, law enforcement rules, and public safety.

Ryo: Marked random answers. (Score: 3/15)

Daigo: Answered decently. (Score: 11/15)

Jin: Rushed through, cared more about action. (Score: 7/15)

Shin: Perfect score. He actually studied. (Score: 15/15)

📝 2. Battle Tactics & Strategy (15 points)

Scenarios where heroes must choose the best course of action.

Ryo: Picked the "punch first, think later" option. (Score: 5/15)

Daigo: Solid but aggressive answers. (Score: 10/15)

Jin: Relied on speed-based tactics. (Score: 8/15)

Shin: Masterclass answers. (Score: 15/15)

📝 3. Science & Superpowers (10 points)

Questions about energy types, superpower limitations, and weaknesses.

Ryo: Wrote "cool powers = win" as an answer. (Score: 1/10)

Daigo: Knew about tech-based abilities. (Score: 7/10)

Jin: Struggled but got some right. (Score: 5/10)

Shin: Another perfect section. (Score: 10/10)

📝 4. Situational Judgment (10 points)

Complex hero dilemmas (e.g., save one person or risk saving many?).

Ryo: Wrote, "Just punch the bad guy and win." (Score: 2/10)

Daigo: Decent moral reasoning. (Score: 6/10)

Jin: Not bad, but impulsive. (Score: 5/10)

Shin: Nailed every question. (Score: 10/10)

Final Written Test Scores (Out of 50)

Ryo (Limit Breaker): 11/50 😭

Daigo (Blaze Gear): 34/50 👍

Jin (Flash Striker): 25/50 😬

Shin (Mindhack): 50/50 🤯

Aftermath

As the test ended, Ryo slammed his head onto his desk.

"I failed. I totally failed."

Daigo smirked. "Yeah, you did. Hard."

Shin adjusted his glasses. "Well, at least you didn’t get a zero."

Jin laughed. "Honestly, I didn’t do much better, but at least I passed!"

Just then, the evaluators walked in.

Manga Man snorted as he checked Ryo’s paper. "Damn, kid. You might have the worst test score I’ve ever seen."

Titan Fist shook his head. "If this was purely academics, you’d be out."

Storm Witch smirked. "But heroes aren’t made in classrooms. The real test starts tomorrow."

End of Episode 3

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Limit Breaker – Episode 4: The Ranks Are In!

The applicants gathered in a massive auditorium, buzzing with nervous energy. The results of their hero exams were about to be announced. A giant screen stood at the front, displaying the final rankings, which combined their Physical Test and Written Test scores.

Manga Man, Titan Fist, and Storm Witch stood on stage, ready to reveal the results.

"Alright, rookies," Manga Man said, arms crossed. "Your overall score has determined your hero rank. The ranks go from E to A. If you made it past Rank C, you’re promising. If you hit Rank B, you’re elite. Anything lower… well, you’ve got work to do."

Titan Fist stepped forward. "We’ll call your names, ranks, and introduce you to a pro hero from your category. Pay attention."

Final Scores (Physical Test + Written Test = Rank)

Rank B:

Daigo (Blaze Gear) – 42 Physical + 34 Written = 76

Pro Hero Mentor: Iron Fang – A cybernetic warrior known for durability and high-intensity training.

Daigo smirked, arms crossed. "Not bad. Expected, honestly."

Iron Fang, a tall, armored hero, nodded. "You show potential. But Rank B isn’t a ticket to greatness—it’s just the starting line."

Rank C:

Shin (Mindhack) – 21 Physical + 50 Written = 71

Jin (Flash Striker) – 44 Physical + 25 Written = 69

Ryo (Limit Breaker) – 55 Physical + 11 Written = 66

Pro Hero Mentor: Thunder Lord – A high-speed combat specialist with lightning-based abilities.

Shin adjusted his glasses. "Expected. Rank B would’ve been better, though."

Jin shrugged. "Honestly, I’m surprised I didn’t land in Rank D. Not bad."

Ryo stretched his arms. "Could’ve been worse. At least I passed."

Thunder Lord, a tall hero in a sleek, lightning-themed suit, grinned. "You three are interesting. A speedster, a genius, and a powerhouse with no brain cells. This should be fun."

Rank D:

Various other applicants who barely passed.

Pro Hero Mentor: Steel Rook – A defensive hero specializing in endurance-based training.

Rank E:

Failures who didn’t pass the exam. They were told to train harder and try again next year.

Manga Man clapped his hands. "That’s it! You’re officially in the Hero Program. But don’t celebrate yet. Your real training starts tomorrow. And trust me—it’s gonna make the exam feel easy."

The room filled with mixed emotions—excitement, disappointment, and anticipation. The heroes-in-training had taken their first step. Now, they had to prove they deserved their ranks.

End of Episode 4

Limit Breaker – Episode 5: Meet the Competition

Training Grounds – Rank C Group Meeting

The newly ranked C-Class heroes stood in an open training field, surrounded by towering walls and high-tech equipment. Their mentor, Thunder Lord, stood before them with his arms crossed.

"Alright, rookies," he said, scanning the group. "Rank C means you’re not complete trash, but you’re still far from being real heroes. Before we begin training, you need to know your teammates and potential rivals."

The Rank C group consisted of ten heroes, including Ryo, Jin, and Shin. The rest of them? A mix of oddball talents.

New Rank C Heroes

1. Strike Ace – The Baseball Prodigy

Real Name: Goro Kisaragi

Appearance: Athletic build, baseball cap, fingerless gloves

Weapon: A high-tech bat that can launch balls at insane speeds

Abilities: Uses pressure-sensitive baseballs that explode, freeze, or release smoke

Enhanced throwing accuracy—can hit a target from miles away

Close combat skills using his bat as a weapon

Goro smirked as he twirled his bat. "Hope you guys can keep up. I don’t hold back, even in training."

2. Blade Phantom – The Sword Specialist

Real Name: Tetsuya Raiden

Appearance: Wears a sleek black combat suit, katana strapped to his back

Weapon: A katana infused with shockwave energy

Abilities: Superhuman swordplay speed

Can release energy waves with each slash

Extreme precision—can cut bullets in mid-air

Tetsuya barely spoke, simply nodding at the others. His aura screamed “silent but deadly.”

3. Mystica – The Illusionist Magician

Real Name: Reina Aizawa

Appearance: A gothic outfit, flowing purple cape, glowing violet eyes

Abilities: Can create illusions to confuse enemies

Uses limited telekinesis to move small objects

Can temporarily disappear from sight for a few seconds

Reina gave them a sly grin. "Try not to lose track of me. It happens to people… a lot."

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Jin leaned close to Ryo. "A baseball guy, a swordsman, and a magician? Our rank is packed with weirdos."

Shin adjusted his glasses. "No offense, but compared to them, you’re the weirdest one here, Ryo."

Ryo cracked his knuckles. "We’ll see who’s weird when I break the ranking system."

Thunder Lord clapped his hands. "Enough chitchat. Your first Rank C combat trial starts now. Hope you all stretched."

The real training was about to begin.

End of Episode 5