Mantis
CharacterMantis belongs to Kirihito Kamachi, a Mutant Quirk from the Vigilantes spinoff that appears to grant insect traits modeled on the praying mantis. Very little about its baseline form is confirmed, since it only surfaces after the Villain Factory and a dose of Trigger push it well past normal.
Overview
Mantis is a Mutant Quirk restricted to close range, held by Kirihito Kamachi. It first appears in Chapter 29 of Vigilantes and in Episode 13 of that adaptation.
Mechanics
Details on the untouched version of the power are thin. What can be inferred comes entirely from watching Kirihito operate while Trigger was in his system, which points toward abilities drawn from the praying mantis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the power of the Mantis Quirk?
Very little is confirmed about Mantis in its untouched state. What is known comes from watching Kirihito Kamachi under the effects of Trigger, when the Quirk swelled him into a humanoid mantis with claws honed to an extreme edge.
Who has the Mantis Quirk in My Hero Academia?
Kirihito Kamachi is the only known holder of the Mantis Quirk, a villain introduced in the Vigilantes spinoff.
What series does the Mantis Quirk appear in?
The Mantis Quirk debuts in Chapter 29 of Vigilantes and Episode 13 of its anime adaptation.
How did the Villain Factory affect Kirihito Kamachi's Mantis Quirk?
The Villain Factory bio-engineered Kirihito Kamachi and combined the result with Trigger, amplifying his Mantis Quirk until it transformed him into a large humanoid mantis with dangerously sharp claws.
What type of Quirk is Mantis?
Mantis is classified as a Mutant Quirk that only functions at close range, with abilities that appear to be modeled on the praying mantis.
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