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Butterfly Wings

On Ao3

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Kirishima confessed before they were in their second year.

"Hey, Katsuki?"

"Hm?" Bakugou didn't even look up from their worksheet, both of them huddled over his desk as they worked on their homework for the night.

"Would you want to go out sometime? Like, on a date?"

Bakugou paused, glancing up. Kirishima met his gaze evenly. Bakugou shrugged. "Whatever. Sure."

Kirishima grinned. "Thanks! How about Saturday?"

"Don't thank me for a date," Bakugou rolled his eyes. "But Saturday's fine. Now show me what you got for number four."

 

--2--

Kirishima never got the nerve to ask out Bakugou. A girl confessed to Kirishima in second year and he accepted.

Bakugou was very busy that year with his internship.

A distance started to show between them.

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(Two different timelines exploring Bakugou and Kirishima's relationship)

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Can I request 3rd year UA student Bakugou meets 3rd year Shiketsu student Kirishima?

Oh, this was a fun idea! Took me a while to come up with a scenario for them to meet, but once I did the words flowed! I'm happy with how this one turned out, so hope you like it too!

Thanks for the prompt!

-----It Starts on a Train-----

"Dynamight?"

Bakugou gritted his teeth, taking a deep, slow breath. It was too early in the morning to deal with either some excited brat who wanted his autograph or an angry parent who wanted to berate him for his…everything. He was already high-strung for his first day of his internship; he didn't need his train ride disturbed. 

Remembering Best Jeanist's words–you can't have another blow up in public; your hero career hasn't even started, and there's a difference between being the aloof hero who doesn't like to talk and the undesirable hero who curses out their fans–he bolstered himself to keep his cool and looked for the voice. 

It was immediately clear that the person staring at him was no civilian; he'd recognize the uniform of Shiketsu anywhere. The man had to be near seven feet tall, but his entire intimidating physique was softened by the bright grin on his face and the kind eyes currently focused on Bakugou. The bright red mane trailing down his back and the two matching hair horns poking through cut out holes in his hat gave away his identity. 

"Red Riot." 

Bizarrely, his acknowledgment immediately brought a blush across the other's face, and the behemoth seemed genuinely surprised. 

"You recognize me?"

Bakugou scoffed, relaxing a little now that it seemed like he wasn't going to be verbally accosted by some soccer mom. 

"Who wouldn't recognize you?" Bakugou asked, rolling his eyes. "Only an idiot wouldn't know Shiketsu's highest ranked third year."

The blush on the other's face deepened. "Well, Shiketsu's no U.A.," he mumbled, shrugging. "Not like I can compete with you."

Bakugou raised a brow. He'd seen enough of Red Riot's saves to know that what currently looked like soft skin could be instantly hardened beyond a diamond's strength if needed. He'd watched one particular save multiple times, a little in awe at the then second year Shiketsu student who managed to harden and hold a whole goddamn bank building up by himself for almost half an hour while other heroes helped civilians escape.

Red Riot had been on his radar for a long time. At first as competition, but later as someone Bakugou admittedly respected (which was a very short list).

"If we weren't on a fucking train, I'd howitser you right now to prove what an idiotic statement that was," Bakugou said blandly. He gestured to the seat beside him. "Quit hovering and take a seat."

Again, the other seemed shocked and perhaps embarrassed? But he still shifted to take the seat, curling in on himself like he didn't want to take up too much room, though it was a lost cause as his entire side pressed against Bakugou. 

"Sorry," he said. 

"The fuck you apologizing for?" Bakugou huffed. He eyed the man out of the corner of his eye. How was he so soft-hearted here when Bakugou had seen videos of him tearing into steel with his fingers during rescues?

"Didn't mean to get in your space."

"I invited you to, moron."

Inexplicably, the other laughed. "You know, you're exactly how I'd thought you'd be," he said. "Straightforward and no nonsense. Super manly."

"You're nothing like I expected you to be," Bakugou said.

He blinked. "I'm surprised you even thought of me at all," he admitted. "I'm not exactly flashy or–ow! What the hell?" He frowned, rubbing at the back of his head where Bakugou had lightly smacked him. 

"It's too early in the morning for me to listen to bullshit," Bakugou said. "Be self-deprecating with someone else. You're a top up-and-comer. Fucking own that shit." 

"Bit un-hero-like to hit someone you barely know, isn't it?" 

"You can take it," Bakugou said. "Besides, don't be a dumbass and maybe you won't get hit."

The other impossibly softened even more, staring at him with eyes Bakugou couldn't decipher. He relaxed the tension in his giant frame, allowing himself to press against Bakugou's arm without concern. Goosebumps erupted across the blond's flesh, and he held back a shiver. He wasn't cold.

"This is my usual route to Fat Gum's Agency, but I've never seen you on this train before. New work study?" 

"Internship with Mirko," Bakugou explained. "First day."

"Nice!" He offered, nodding. "That fits."

Bakugou sighed, relaxing back in his chair. 

"My real name is Kirishima Eijirou, by the way," the other offered after a moment. 

"Bakugou Katsuki," the blond returned. He glanced at the other, contemplative, before he pulled out his phone. "Put your number in," he ordered. 

Kirishima seemed surprised by his forthrightness but didn't argue, taking Bakugou's phone and typing in his number. A moment later, Kirishima's pocket made a small 'manly!' exclamation. Kirishima's face turned red when Bakugou smirked, but neither commented on it.

"Any reason I'm giving you my number?" Kirishima asked as he handed his phone back. 

"Easier to set up a spar sometime," Bakugou explained, watching a series of emotions cross Kirishima's transparent face. The man wore his heart on his sleeve. "And then afterwards we can go out to eat. Loser pays."

Kirishima stiffened, eyes suddenly heavy as they focused on Bakugou and Bakugou alone. Good, the blond thought. That's where they should be. 

"Like…a date?" Kirishima asked hesitantly. 

Bakugou smirked. "Heh. Maybe you're not as stupid as I thought, Red." 

Bakugou missed his stop and was thirty minutes late for the first time in his life. 

It was worth it. 

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Like everyone else, I’m in love with Dynama. However, this little Kacchan statement wouldn’t leave me alone. This phrase ‘dreadnought love’— what the hell is that? To Google!

The kanji 超弩級 is for the word ‘Choudokyuu’, which is literally a ‘super dreadnought’, or a warship consisting entirely of big guns, but also a word used to describe something extraordinary, the best of the best. (Don’t bother searching the romaji, all you’ll get is a manga about a giant girl).

An image search of the kanji however (i.e. the imagery Japanese readers will associate with the word) results in pretty much every image being a trading card of this super tank/canon war machine thing, frankly one of the most Kacchanish things ever. The rainbow background was a happy surprise. 😏

So, basically, he’s saying that he wants love to hit him like a fucking canon (as opposed to Cupid’s piddly-ass arrow I guess?). He demands to be seen as cute, and demands a love as powerful as one of his own special moves (howitzer, panzer, dynamite etc.)

THIS BOY is READY to be considered a love interest.

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EDIT 29.12.22:

Hold the goddamn phones oh shit there’s more!!

Okay, so I was thinking about the fact that this mini comic was supposed to come out with the Chiikawa collab, and wondered what was going on with the manga at that time (April).

Well, while Kacchan was wishing for a transcendent warship of love to come smash him right in the heart (sorry), guess which shitnerd was, at that exact moment, propelling himself across the ocean like a canonball to come back to his side? FHDIKSBDAJSSJ

It’s me, ya boy Choudeku.

I’m palpitating. Maybe Hori decided not to release it at the time because it’s so on the feckin nose?!

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Don't forget to check out A Bond of Our Own, a SFW queerplatonic kiribaku zine for charity! Pre-orders close October 31!

You can find pre-orders here.

And here's a lil' preview of my fic, My (Favorite) Person:

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I usually keep my shitty animation attempt to patr_eon but since it was a no chapter week, here, you can have it too.

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Look at this cute little Bakugou keychain! and it's an unlocked stretch goal now so it comes with every physical order as a free add-on! 😍

🔓 Stretch Goal 1 has been UNLOCKED!

Our movie poster with Deku, Todoroki, Bakugou, & "Director" Hori by @trubwlsum will now be added to ALL physical preorders!

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🔓 Stretch Goal 1 has been UNLOCKED!

Our movie poster with Deku, Todoroki, Bakugou, & "Director" Hori by @trubwlsum will now be added to ALL physical preorders!

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🎙 WEEKLY INTERVIEW 🎙

💪 BNHA Behind the Scene's first interview is with Toshinori, who plays All Might! The two share the same passion that makes the former # 1 hero.

Art: teurteulkatt

Interview: aphra_writes

Layout: @youseimanami

Here are some close-ups of the interview!

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FLASH SALE!

We’re almost at $300 raised for Rainforest Action Network, and to celebrate, we’re having a flash sale as we come to the close of preorders! Save an additional 20% from now until 12 AM CT tonight. Don’t wait and miss your chance to get the zine, video game add-on, and tons of digital merch—preorders close tomorrow, January 13!

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Keep reading

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Lindsay C. Gibson / @/howling-suggestions / James Baldwin / Stephen King / William Dill-Russell

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⭐️ Now Starring Guest Artist: Cuine!

We’re welcoming @cuineart to the cast of BNHA Behind the Scenes Volume 2! They’ll be bringing our cover to life with their beautiful coloring and incredible attention to detail. 💕

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🎟️ MHA Merch Giveaway Pt 2 🎟️

That’s right! BNHA Behind the Scenes is hosting a second giveaway with some more sweet Volume 1 merch to thank everyone for applying to Volume 2 of the zine.

📝 Follow, Like, & Reblog to enter!

Like in part 1, two winners will be chosen - one from Twitter & Tumblr and one from Instagram. Winners will receive a charm by Chunnyeol and a charm and standee by @catpaku​.

Contributor applications are still open until October 27th!

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🎟 MHA Merch Giveaway 🎟

To celebrate 300 responses on the interest check, the BNHA Behind the Scenes zine hosting a giveaway for some fantastic Volume 1 merch!

📝 Follow, Like, & Reblog to enter!

Two winners will be chosen! One from Twitter and Tumblr and one from Instagram. Winners will receive a lenticular notebook and print by @meru90, a print by @catpaku, and a print by @luno-doodles .

Don't forget to fill out the interest check for volume 2!

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🎦 Meet & Greet - The Mods of BNHA Behind the Scenes Volume 2!

You’ve met us before, but it’s time to introduce the directors of the MHA Actor AU zine again. We’re super excited to help produce this sequel to the project that changed our lives.

Mod Lanni aka @ohmytheon​ and lannlannz on Twitter Role: Socials, Shipping, & Writing Mod Experience: Behind the Scenes V1, Decay, Breakaway, Labors of Love, Triumvirate, Blaze It, Girl Power!, Toshinko Wedding, One Piece Seasons, Supernovas Other: writer in 50+ zines, modded multiple fandom events Mod Charlie aka @charlsteas​ Role: Finance Mod Experience: Behind the Scenes V1, Lowlights, Mission Clear!, Through Space and Time, Rengoku, Backdraft Other: writer in 20+ zines

Mod Kit aka @ground-zero​ and prestocrayon on Twitter Role: Organization/General Mod Experience: Behind the Scenes V1, Grayza Week and Grayza fanzine Other: graduated from Mod Intern after being AMAZING, artist in 2 zines

Mod Viki aka @youseimanami Role: Graphics/Layout Mod Experience: Behind the Scenes V1, Triumvirate, Labors of Love, Breakaway Other: published artist, artist in 20+ zines

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Say hello to Deviance! Her writing style centers around authentic narrative voice, the characters carrying her in whatever direction they want to go, while her NSFW works are grounded in a place of deep connection and sensuality.

Check out her blog at @ao3-deviance​​ 🧡

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HEROES IN THE BAKING IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD!

It’s been a long wait and thank you for your patience. An extra big thank you to all our wonderful contributors, who made this zine a reality. Please check out the amazing work our contributors have done! See our twitter post for more information:  https://twitter.com/cuizineco/status/1410660954719748096?s=20

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Have you heard about LOTUS? Our gorgeous disability-centric zine is available for only 15$ (for the PDF)! If you want the physical copy, it’s only 20$ + 7$ shipping!

But you need to hurry, you can only preorder until June 27th!

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