Gran Torino is a veteran Pro Hero from Boku no Hero Academia and a former mentor to All Might. Though small, elderly, and often underestimated, he is highly skilled, fast, and tactical in combat, using his Jet Quirk to move at extreme speeds. He plays an important supporting role as a teacher and guide to Izuku Midoriya, helping him understand One For All and refine his fighting style. He is also a key figure in the history of All Might and the broader hero society.