BNHA: Singularity

Staring at his reflection, a fairly short youth with a rounded face, messy green hair, and matching green eyes muttered, "Of all the people I could have reincarnated as, why did it have to be this little shit...?" Recognizing his reflection as Izuku Midoriya, the main character from a popular anime called My Hero Academia, David, now Izuku, couldn't help exhaling a tired sigh. The Goddess of Reincarnation had informed him he would be transmigrated into the body of a Quirkless human, but he didn't expect it to be the main character. Shaking his head, Izuku muttered, "Whatever. Most people don't have a say in the circumstances of their birth, so I shouldn't be groaning about my reincarnation. Especially with a perk like this..." Staring at the space above his head, Izuku's green eyes blazed with excitement at the words: Izuku Midoriya, Level 3. He hadn't received a sapient system or an omnipotent power like [The Gamer], but that was intentional. He would rather catch a bullet with his brain than have his life dictated by a bunch of Quests, so when presented with the option, David, now Izuku, selected a barebones system that allowed him to inspect his status, the status of others, and allocate his attributes freely. Following the information imprinted in his mind, Izuku closed his eyes and muttered, "Inspect Status..." in a faint, nearly inaudible tone. It turned out that human minds were fairly disorderly, so to prevent his status window from appearing and disappearing randomly, Izuku's system was primarily voice-activated. He could change this in the system's menu but elected to leave it as is for the time being. ------------------------ Name: [Izuku Midoriya] Quirk: Digitalization Current Level: 3 (2933 EXP) Effective Level: 3 [Attributes] Strength: 3 Agility: 3 Vitality: 4 Intelligence: 8 Dexterity: 2 Luck: 10 Free Attributes: 15 Rerolls Available: 1 [Perks] *Available when an Attribute reaches 50* ------------------------ With the attributes of a normal Level 3 averaging around five, it wasn't an exaggeration to say that Izuku, at least prior to David's appropriation, was a fairly weak but intelligent kid. "That luck, though..." muttered Izuku, a curious smile adorning his face as he briefly considered investing his Free Attributes into Luck. According to the information in his mind, Luck didn't affect the probability of favorable events but the rate at which he acquired experience. Each point granted a stacking 10% experience buff, so if he intended to level quickly, he would need a fairly high Luck stat. Fortunately, with each passing month, Izuku would acquire an additional Reroll, allowing him to redistribute his attributes as he pleased. In other words, even if he invested all his AP(Attribute Points) into Luck, he wasn't stuck with his decision for life. Before following through with his initial urge, Izuku focused his mind and analyzed his remaining attributes. Strength corresponded to physical power and durability, while Agility affected his maximum speed and his localized friction coefficient. As for Vitality and Intelligence, the former affected his natural regeneration and bolstered his resistance to abnormal status effects, while the latter influenced his processing speed and ability to retain information. While Intelligence was probably one of the best attributes to invest in, it was Dexterity that garnered Izuku's interest. He initially thought it would function as it did in the tabletop game Dungeons and Dragons, influencing his finesse and sense of balance. Instead, it affected his physical mastery and allowed him to learn various trades and skills more quickly. Not in the literal sense, meaning the skills wouldn't pop up in his status, but he could easily learn martial arts or become proficient in various sports. "Though each attribute complements the others, Dexterity and Luck seem especially useful. If I couldn't redistribute my attributes freely, this would be a difficult decision..." Finished with his muttering, Izuku invested ten of his AP into Luck and the rest into Intelligence. He was currently a thirteen-year-old middle school student, so as tantalizing as the other attributes were, they weren't nearly as important as his ability to retain information. More importantly, so long as he worked hard, it was possible to increase his physical attributes with training and exercise. By willfully keeping his Strength, Agility, and Vitality low, Izuku intended to farm as many Free Attributes as possible between resets. Balling his right hand into a fist, Izuku adopted a confident smile rarely seen on the original's face. He might not be able to acquire One-for-All, but he was sure he would one day be able to stand at the pinnacle of this world. Where he went from there, he wasn't entirely sure. The only thing he knew for certain was that he had been given a new lease on life, and he intended to make the most of it... ... .. . Benefitting from the original's memories, Izuku had no major issues settling into his new life. He initially thought being a teen again would be incredibly awkward, but it turned out his worries were for nothing. The original Izuku didn't have many friends due to being Quirkless, so he just had to keep his head down and focused on the 'grind.' Fortunately, before throwing himself on a grenade to save several of his friends, Izuku, then David, was a member of the United States Army's 9th Engineer Batallion. He may not have been the most outstanding member of his batallion, but he still had the experience of enduring basic training and completing two tours of duty. He was used to waking up before dawn for PT(Physical Training), so it wasn't difficult for him to raise his Strength and Agility to the Level of an average middle schooler. Though a handful of people noticed the change in Izuku's physique and mentality, the only person who made a fuss about it was the original's so-called 'best friend,' Katsuki Bakugo. The latter had been blessed with a powerful Quirk called Explosion, so he reined over Aldera Junior High as its self-proclaimed King. He and Izuku happened to grow up in the same neighborhood, so the two were intimately familiar with one another. More accurately, Bakugo was Izuku's bully, referring to the latter as 'Deku' and being an indignant piece of shit from the ripe old age of four. Upon learning that Izuku was training, Bakugo intercepted him on one of his morning runs to rant about how useless his efforts were. When Izuku tried to ignore him, Bakugo escalated things by making explosions in the palm of his hand. Doing so caused Izuku's body to tense against his will, but he recovered quickly, surprising the spiky-haired teen by asking what society called people who threatened, exploited, or coerced others using their Quirks. It sure as hell wasn't 'Hero.' As someone aspiring to become the Number 1 Hero, Bakugo didn't take kindly to the insinuation he was acting like a villain. Unfortunately, Izuku had just reset his attributes a few days prior, so he ended up suffering a bloody nose and a split lip at the hands of his 'best friend.' He thought his previous life's experience with CQC(Close-Quarters-Combat) would give him an advantage, but his Quirk wasn't the only thing that made Bakugo exceptional. ------------------------ Name: [Katsuki Bakugo] Quirk: Explosion Current Level: 7 (6477 EXP) Effective Level: 11 [Attributes] Strength: 19 Agility: 19 Vitality: 24 Intelligence: 7 Dexterity: 28 Luck: 19 ------------------------ While the average person had approximately ten attributes per Level, Bakugo averaged 16.5. He was also the highest Level among his peers, even exceeding some adults, so it wasn't difficult to understand why he had a bit of a chip on his shoulder. Fortunately, while Izuku started below average, possessing only thirty attributes at the threshold of attaining Level 4, his Free Attribute Points and ability to increase his attributes through training more than made up for it. He had only leveled twice in three months, but his Effective Level at the time of the altercation wasn't too far behind Bakugo's. ------------------------ Name: [Izuku Midoriya] Quirk: Digitalization Current Level: 5 (4401 EXP) Effective Level: 10 [Attributes] Strength: 2 Agility: 2 Vitality: 22 Intelligence: 33 Dexterity: 6 Luck: 35 Free Attributes: 0 Rerolls Available: 1 [Perks] *Available when an Attribute reaches 50* ------------------------ Had Izuku invested his attributes into Strength and Agility, he would have been able to trounce Bakugo. Instead, he had placed 25 points into both Intelligence and Luck while infusing the rest into Vitality. The latter had a drastic effect on his stamina and natural recovery, so enhancing it allowed Izuku to train longer and harder. By the end of that month, he was able to increase his Strength to five and Agility to six, effectively granting himself an additional eleven attributes for 'free.' By descending into Izuku's body at the beginning of his second year in Middle School, the current Izuku had twenty-two months to prepare for the U.A. High School Entrance Exam. At an average of 15 points a month, that would bring his total attributes to 360, granting him an Effective Level of 36. As the average Level among Pro Heroes was only 35, at least in the vicinity of Izuku's house, he should have absolutely no issues passing the exam. What truly concerned Izuku was what he should do about the canon plot. He had only viewed up to Season 6 of the anime, but that was more than enough to know shit was going to hit the fan. If he played his cards right, he might be able to prevent the worst of it. Far wiser, however, would be avoiding such perils entirely. Despite throwing himself on a grenade and earning the title of Hero in his previous life, Izuku didn't have any attachment to the title. So long as he could support himself and a small family, he didn't really need much else. The issue was that the Goddess of Reincarnation had given him the body and identity of the protagonist. If he simply avoided the plot, he would be entrusting the fate of the world to a bunch of kids. Mirio might be able to step up, especially if he acquires 'One-for-All,' but the only guarantees in life were death, taxes, and heartbreak. Fortunately, while Izuku was undecided about his future, U.A. was still the number one High School in the country. If he just wanted to keep an eye on things, he could always join the General, Business, or Support courses. With a few hundred points distributed between Intelligence and Dexterity, he could become one of the greatest inventors in the world. He might not enjoy the fame of some Heroes, but he would certainly be wealthier... ... .. . [April 1st, 2148] After a full year in his new identity, Izuku was finally presented with an event he recognized. It was the first day of their final year in middle school, and their homeroom teacher was joking about everyone wanting to become Heroes. Everyone else was excited by the remark, showing off their Quirks in clear violation of the school rules, but Izuku just cracked a knowing smile. Even with 80% of the population possessing Quirks, less than 0.4% had what it takes to become Pro Heroes. People were ten times more likely to become villains, so Izuku couldn't help feeling a little sympathetic toward the majority of his classmates. Fortunately, unlike them, he was more than qualified. He was also ranked seventh among all middle schoolers in the country, so while everyone else was dreaming of possible futures, Izuku closed his eyes and reconfirmed the course he had decided for his own... ... .. . (A/N: Big Unga Bunga energy...)

Though he had resolved himself to enroll in U.A.'s Hero Course, Izuku decided against trying to meet with All Might during his patrol. Instead, he immediately returned home once school let out, unsurprised to find his mom in the middle of an advanced calisthenics routine in their living room. Seeing him training every day had inspired her to do the same, so despite approaching forty, she didn't look a day over thirty.
"I'm home..."
Hearing Izuku's voice, a broad smile developed across the face of a young-looking woman with a rounded face, green eyes, and similarly green hair fastened in a ponytail. She was currently in the middle of her routine, but that didn't stop her from bouncing to her feet, smiling even more radiantly as she said, "Welcome home, Izuku. What would you like for dinner, sweetheart?"
With his mother, Inko, wearing little more than a white tank top and some black booty shorts, Izuku had to will himself to maintain eye contact as he replied, "If it's Kaa-chan's cooking, I could even eat gravel."
Cupping her cheeks, Inko issued a cutesy "Kyaaaaaaa~!" before sprinting across the room to give Izuku a sweaty hug as she exclaimed, "My Izuku always knows what to say~!" while actively smothering him.
Reciting a familiar mantra in his mind, Izuku waited for Inko to release him before stating, "It's true, though. Kaa-chan's cooking may not be the best in the entire world, but if given the choice between one of your handmade rice balls and a 5-Star steak, I would choose the rice ball."
"Oh, Izuku..."
Though she knew Izuku was merely paying her lip service, Inko couldn't help extending her hand to caress his cheek. He had grown considerably over the past year, both mentally and physically, so she was equal parts proud and lonely. Proud, because he was no longer a nervous wreck, and lonely because he no longer depended on her as much...
Exhaling a faint sigh, Inko remarked, "I wish your father could be here to see the man you're becoming..."
Furrowing his brows, albeit only for a moment, Izuku forced a smile as he removed Inko's hand from his face and said, "Trust me. Between the two of us, I'd be the least of Tou-san's concerns..."
"Izuku...!"
Understanding the implication of Izuku's words, Inko gave his chest a light smack and added, "You shouldn't tease your mother. Now, go get washed up. Dinner should be ready in half an hour."
Nodding his head, Izuku replied, "I'm looking forward to it." before racing up the stairs to his bedroom. It was difficult for him to be around women closer to his mental age, and, unlike the original Izuku, he didn't view Inko as 'just' his mother. Things had been simple when she looked like a human potato, but now that she had slimmed down, it was difficult for him not to view her as a woman. It didn't help that she sometimes walked around in little more than her underwear...
Suppressing the notion that Inko was trying to seduce him, Izuku flipped on the TV, setting the channel to the local news before opening his laptop to browse the stock market. His bastard of a father had helped him set up a portfolio, so Izuku had been taking advantage of his intellect to ensure he and his mother would never have to depend on a man who abandoned them for a second family overseas.
Fortunately, while Levels were few and far between, Izuku's Intelligence was increasing by at least 10 points each month. He had also stopped investing in Luck, at least until he found a reliable source of experience, so his current stat distribution looked like this:
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Name: [Izuku Midoriya]
Quirk: Digitalization
Current Level: 10 (12903 EXP)
Effective Level: 19
[Attributes]
Strength: 5
Agility: 5
Vitality: 70
Intelligence: 100
Dexterity: 18
Luck: 10
Free Attributes: 0
Rerolls Available: 2
[Perks]
[Lesser-Regeneration], [Sharp Mind], [Eidetic Memory]
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Upon reaching 50 and 100 in the Intelligence attribute, Izuku acquired the Perks [Sharp Mind] and [Eidetic Memory]. The former improved his focus, while the latter allowed him to recall even the tiniest details of things he had seen, albeit only for a short period. The most important thing was his Intelligence attribute itself. Even renowned Ph.D. holders rarely exceeded 70 Intelligence, so it wasn't an overstatement to say that Izuku's intellect was among the best in the nation.
Taking full advantage of Intelligence, along with his burgeoning Dexterity, Izuku split his focus between analyzing stock trends and drafting support items. Before investing in stocks, his starting capital had been acquired by modifying and reselling patents to their original owners. He had also filed nearly a dozen of his own, taking advantage of the fact there was no age requirement, so he was currently sitting on savings of &yen;28,255,834, a little over $200,000. A fairly decent sum considering he had only started a few months prior.
Diverting Izuku's attention from his laptop and tablet, a 'breaking news' bulletin appeared on the nearby television, the headline reading: Japan's #1 Hero, All Might, appears in Musutafu! Several villains incapacitated in a single blow!!!
Seeing no mention of a sludge villain or a certain explosive idiot being taken hostage, a faint smile developed across Izuku's face. His memory of the canon was spotty, at best, but there were some things that had stayed with him. Among them was Izuku's first encounter with All Might.
Because of the original Izuku's desire for validation, he ended up clinging to All Might even when the latter attempted to flee. This not only led to Izuku learning All Might's secret, but it also distracted the Hero from his original task, turning over a dangerous villain to the police. Instead, as a direct result of Izuku's action, the villain was able to escape and take his beloved 'Kacchan' hostage.
With Izuku choosing to return home immediately after school let out, the circumstances leading to Bakugo becoming a hostage never transpired. Instead, All Might defeated the villain with ease before turning him over to the police. This was a perfect example of how little changes could have a drastic influence on the fates of various people, so Izuku made a quick note of the incident in his journal before returning his attention to far more important matters. He had invested in several locally traded businesses in anticipation of All Might's arrival, so he was looking forward to seeing how their values skyrocketed in the coming months...
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[August 19th, 2148]
Though he would normally be outside training, taking full advantage of his Summer break, Izuku's plans were delayed by Inko asking if he could help alleviate the tension in her shoulders. He initially didn't think much of the request, as it wasn't the first time Inko had petitioned him for a massage, but it became apparent today was different when she suggested it might be easier to move if he sat behind her, effectively inviting him to straddle her legs as she lay face down atop a yoga mat.
Suppressing his initial shock, Izuku briefly considered whether or not Inko was 'testing' him before ultimately abiding by her suggestion. He had long since suspected that Inko was coming onto him, but he had disregarded it as a delusion. Now, even if this was just Inko's attempt to try and 'confirm' something, he felt compelled to play along.
Fortunately, while Inko's perky ass possessed an almost irresistible allure, Izuku managed to stay focused on his task without 'exacerbating' matters even further. There were several instances where his bulge made contact with Inko's intergluteal cleft, but he never once got erect. He really, really wanted to, but even if Izuku viewed Inko as a woman, it didn't change the fact she was his current body's mother. He was willing to do just about anything to make her happy, but there were some lines that shouldn't be crossed...
Breaking a long and tense silence, Izuku retracted his hands from Inko's back, wiping the sweat from his brow as he asked, "How is it? Are you still feeling sore anywhere...?"
"..."
Instead of responding to Izuku's inquiry with words, Inko looked back at him with a sidelong gaze, staring at him for several seconds with what he could best describe as an accusatory look. It was apparent she expected something more, but with Izuku simply smiling back at her, she eventually exhaled an audibly heated sigh and answered, "I'm still feeling a little sore around certain areas, but I can deal with those myself..."
Suppressing the fire in his heart, Izuku supplied a curt nod before rising to his feet and extending his hand to help Inko rise. She initially stared at it with an absentminded look but eventually accepted it with a wry smile, remarking, "I'm such an idiot..." in a self-deprecating tone.
Pulling Inko to her feet, Izuku surprised her with a hug, squeezing her tightly as he asserted, "You're a beautiful and amazing woman, Kaa-chan. If I weren't your son, I wouldn't have hesitated, not even for a moment..."
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Though Izuku's words did little to quell the shame she was experiencing, Inko would be lying if she said they didn't help at all. She would probably spend the rest of her life regretting today's events, but she could endure knowing Izuku didn't hate her. The hands groping her ass made that very clear...
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In the wake of his 'fated encounter' with Inko, Izuku found himself staring at his bedroom ceiling with a listless look on his face. He didn't regret what he had done, but with the benefit of hindsight, he realized he had unnecessarily complicated things by agreeing to Inko's proposition. Had he been thinking clearly at the time, he would have teased her or made a joke to remind her they were mother and son...
Raising his hand toward nothing in particular, Izuku stared at the gaps between his fingers as he droned, "I really need to get myself a girlfriend. These teenage hormones are making me behave like an idiot..."
Though his actions couldn't be explained by the mere onset of puberty, Izuku would be remiss to disregard its influence entirely. The rest could be credited to his previous life. He enjoyed a fairly active nightlife before his deployment, so going a full year without getting his dick wet left him feeling more than a little pent up...
Unfortunately for Izuku, most of the women he was interested in were between ten and twenty years his senior. There were some fairly cute girls in his class, several of which had approached him, but they were all middle schoolers. Izuku may have been a middle schooler himself, but he had the mentality and preferences of an adult. If someone like Bakugo's mom had attempted the same thing as Inko, he would have plowed the explosive temperament out of her...
Exhaling a sigh, Izuku dropped his hand and closed his eyes, the images of several canon figures appearing in his mind. The woman he would most like to get his hands on was Mirko. She was a bit of a short stack, but her physique and temperament were amazing.
Unfortunately, like most of the women who appeared in Izuku's mind, Mirko was much older than he was. Even if he approached her earnestly, she would probably laugh him off and call him cute. Thus, with few other options, Izuku began perusing the girls at the back of his list, a visual library of the girls he was bound to meet if he attended U.A. High School. One, in particular, had always stood out. Her appearance was one reason, but it was her Quirk that truly set her apart. It may not be the best suited for combat, but anyone that could eat a tub of ice cream and convert it to literal gold was worthy of Izuku's interest...
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Chapter 1: Chapter 1