How strong is Star and Stripe's quirk, New Order? From what we saw in My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 139, it's a top-tier quirk. I'd put it up there with All-for-One and One-for-All. But, could it be even stronger?
... Read moreOkay, so like, after watching My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 139, I just had to talk more about Star and Stripe's New Order quirk. Seriously, my mind is still blown! The original post just scratches the surface of how insanely powerful this ability is, and honestly, I think it deserves a full deep dive.
First off, for anyone who might not know, New Order is basically the ultimate rule-setting quirk. Star and Stripe, with her incredible will and determination, can literally impose a new rule on anything she touches. It's not just physical objects; she can even set rules for abstract concepts or, incredibly, for her own body and the quirks themselves. Like, she made the air around Shigaraki solid, and even managed to put a rule on decay itself! How wild is that? I remember seeing her intense expression, those red eyes, and the marks on her face in the episode, and it just perfectly conveyed the immense mental and physical strain this quirk must put on her. It’s not just a flick of the wrist; it’s a full-body, full-mind commitment to rewrite reality.
The original post mentioned comparing it to All-for-One and One-for-All, and I totally get why. In terms of sheer versatility and potential, New Order might just be in a league of its own. All-for-One stockpiles power, One-for-All transfers and enhances, but New Order *redefines*. Imagine being able to say, "If I touch this villain, they can't use their quirk for five minutes" or "My speed will increase by 100 times." The possibilities are practically limitless, constrained only by her imagination and the two rules she can have active at any given time. I mean, the limits are there, but within those limits, she's practically a god. That blonde hair and fierce look really make her stand out, embodying that powerful presence.
What really stood out to me in Episode 139 was not just the raw power, but the strategic genius required to wield New Order effectively. It's not just about setting any rule; it's about setting the right rule at the right time. Her battle against Shigaraki/All For One was a masterclass in using a highly conceptual quirk. She had to think several steps ahead, constantly adapting and imposing new rules to counter a ridiculously overpowered opponent. You could see the strain on her face, those specific marks hinting at the mental exertion. It's not just a strong quirk, it's a strategically demanding one, making her an incredibly formidable hero.
I'm still reeling from the implications of New Order. It forces you to think about the fundamental nature of quirks in the MHA universe. Can any quirk be countered by a well-thought-out rule? It raises the stakes considerably and shows just how much effort the heroes need to put in. My personal take is that while One-for-All and All-for-One are about accumulating and distributing power, New Order is about manipulating the very fabric of power. It's a game-changer, and I can't wait to see how its legacy continues to impact the series, even after her battle. This quirk truly left its mark on me, just like those battle marks on Star and Stripe’s face left an impression!