Jordans CHAPTER 12 — "The Shadow on the Field"
The morning sun blazed over U.A.'s sports grounds.
Excitement crackled in the air. Students from Classes 1-A and 1-B crowded into the stands, while professional heroes and scouts took their seats for the U.A. Sports Festival.
Midoriya fidgeted nervously with his gloves.
Bakugo was glaring at everyone and everything.
Todoroki was, predictably, calm.
And Devon Jackson? He was standing off to the side, tapping his watch.
Red, Blue, Gold, and—hiding at the edge of his focus—the Purple-and-Black Shadow Jordans.
Today, he wouldn't just demonstrate raw power.
Today, he would show control.
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✅ EVENT 1: THE OBSTACLE COURSE
The first challenge was the obstacle course.
Obstacles, walls, water zones, and moving platforms blocked the path. Scouts and pro heroes watched closely.
Devon stepped forward, confidence in his stance.
Red Jordans — Burst Speed.
He shot forward, dodging swinging obstacles, flipping over walls with explosive speed.
Blue Jordans — Aqua Step.
He sprinted across the water obstacles with perfect balance, spinning and kicking targets to score points.
Gold Jordans — Strength.
Heavy blocks were smashed aside with precise punches and kicks, clearing paths for himself and others.
The crowd whispered. "Who is that kid?"
Then came the final obstacle: a dark maze with blind spots and moving hazards.
Devon hesitated.
A chill ran up his spine.
The Shadow Jordans pulsed faintly.
He tapped the watch.
The shoes responded.
The shadows flowed like water around him—guiding, shielding, but not attacking.
Devon moved through the maze flawlessly, the shadows subtly blocking hazards while keeping him in complete control.
He emerged at the finish line. Judges scribbled notes. Scouts whispered to one another.
A subtle nod from Aizawa said it all: controlled, disciplined, and effective.
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✅ EVENT 2: CAVALRY BATTLE
Next was the cavalry battle, a team-based game requiring strategy, balance, and teamwork.
Devon's team paired him with Tokoyami, Yaoyorozu, and Iida.
The opposing team included Bakugo, Mina, and several others.
Devon switched Jordans fluidly:
Red for rapid movement across the battlefield.
Blue for crossing water hazards and elevated platforms.
Gold for moving heavy barriers.
Then, automated shadow targets appeared—hazards meant to destabilize the teams.
The pull of the Shadow Jordans surged. Devon's heart raced.
Midoriya's voice echoed in his memory: "Use it carefully."
Click.
The shadows enveloped him, but this time, he wasn't afraid.
The shadow wolf emerged, controlling the hazard targets—not to destroy, but to manipulate. Obstacles were shifted, hazards immobilized, and allies shielded.
Bakugo stopped mid-charge, glaring.
"What the hell… he's controlling the shadows?!"
Todoroki's eyes widened.
"Not uncontrolled… deliberate."
Devon guided the shadows strategically, earning his team points without letting the power spiral out of control.
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✅ EVENT 3: ONE-ON-ONE COMBAT SHOWCASE
The final event was the one-on-one combat showcase—a chance for each student to display both power and creativity.
Devon faced a skilled Class 1-B opponent.
The match began. Devon cycled through his Jordans seamlessly:
Red for rapid dodges
Blue for movement and attack combos
Gold for forceful strikes
When the opponent tried a surprise attack, Devon hesitated. The pull of the Shadow Form returned.
He tapped the watch lightly. Shadows curled around his feet—defensive, precise, restrained.
The purple-black Jordans pulsed—but this time, Devon guided them. The shadow spirit responded to his will, creating barriers and pressure points that forced his opponent to retreat without injury.
The crowd erupted. Judges scribbled furiously. Scouts whispered.
Aizawa's eyes narrowed—but there was a glint of approval. Devon had not only mastered the physical aspects of his Jordans, he had mastered restraint and control.
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✅ AFTERMATH
The festival ended with cheers, applause, and notes of interest from professional heroes.
All Might approached Devon, beaming.
"Jackson! Incredible work! You've demonstrated versatility, control, and strategy! Well done!"
Aizawa appeared beside him.
"You used the Shadow Form… responsibly. That was your test today. But remember, Devon: power without caution can kill. Never forget that."
Devon glanced down at his watch.
The shoes pulsed faintly. Silent. Waiting.
He whispered:
"Partner… not weapon. Got it."
For the first time, he felt a sense of pride.
Not arrogance. Not fear. Just confidence.
He wasn't just a student with strange shoes anymore.
He was a strategic, versatile hero-in-training.
And the Shadow Jordans…
They were ready to respond when needed.