Itsuka Kendo, Class 1-B’s representative at U.A. High School, embodies a natural leader, often called "big sister" for her unifying presence. Her striking appearance includes medium-length orange hair swept into a high left-sided ponytail, teal eyes, and an athletic frame. She dons a teal qipao with yellow trim, black corset, shorts, utility belt, and navy boots, switching to long sleeves in winter. Post-Final War, her design evolves with pronounced musculature and a rear-tied ponytail.
Renowned for tactical brilliance, she dissects opponents’ weaknesses, exemplified by her counter against Mustard’s gas Quirk using wind-generating palm strikes. Her Big Fist Quirk grants colossal hand growth, boosting strength for offense, defense, and rescues. A signature move, Double Jumbo Fist, involves unleashing her Quirk mid-strike to amplify impact, complementing her adept close-quarters combat skills.
Ranking 5th in the U.A. Entrance Exam, she prioritized collective success during the Sports Festival by ceding her spot to classmates. Interning under Uwabami with Momo Yaoyorozu, she gained public attention through commercials, though she voiced frustration over being reduced to her appearance.
In the Forest Training Camp, she teamed with Tetsutetsu Tetsutetsu to neutralize Mustard, shielding allies with enlarged hands and dispersing gas—proof of her philosophy confronting threats head-on. Leading Class 1-B against 1-A in the Joint Training Battle, she isolated Momo to clinch victory, though the clash revealed occasional tactical gambles.
Post-graduation, she ascends as Pro Hero No. 23, reflecting wartime contributions. Her leadership balances firmness with empathy, mediating class disputes and bridging camaraderie with 1-A. She cultivates a friendly rivalry with Momo, deflecting comparisons while acknowledging shared strategic brilliance.
Her stats peak in intelligence and cooperation, with solid power and technique. Beyond combat, she bolstered Class 1-B’s reputation by reluctantly joining a U.A. Festival beauty pageant, her TV appearances fueling popularity. Yet, she remains driven by self-improvement over external acclaim.