kotetsu & barnaby's interview.
Kotetsu's interview:
>Is there anything you think other Heroes can't match you in?
>I wonder... Career, I guess.
>Which Hero do you get along the best?
>Rock Bison, maybe. Since I have known him the longest.
>What are you into currently?
>Ironing. It feels totally awesome when you finally smooth out the wrinkles.
>Please tell us your likes and dislikes when it comes to food.
>I like fried rice, hot dogs, Legend Cola and pizza; basically stuff that doesn't need much preparation. Dislikes... Sorry, there's nothing.
>Could you tell us about what types do you prefer?
>I like a woman who will scold me when I'm slacking and provide kindness when the times are tough. I don't have any types that I dislike, there's something good about everyone, right?
>When was your first crush a what kind of person was it? Has anything come out of it?
>Hehe, my first crush was actually successful. It was my wife. We met in high-school and I was taken with her at the first glance.
>What do you wear when you go to bed?
>I do own pajamas, but I kinda tend to fall asleep in whatever I'm wearing at the time.
>Is there one particular episode that makes you glad that you have teamed up with Barnaby?
>Well, I like when Bunny teaches me the details about the way our suits work. I'm totally hopeless when it comes to this detailed stuff. But Bunny always scolds me "You could have read the instructions for yourself, you know."...
>If you were to team up with some Hero who isn't Barnaby, who would it be?
>I don't care, I would just push through my own justice... Hey, I sounded kinda cool just now, didn't I?
>What was your first impression of Barnaby?
>Awful. Truly the child of the modern era, "young people these days", you know what I mean. I understood right away just how capable he is, but still, awful.
>Has anything about Barnaby changed since you have teamed together?
>It sure has, and how. He is a great deal more well-rounded now. Compared to the beginning, he even seems to talk with the other heroes out of his own will.
>If you were to compare Barnaby to an animal, which would it be?
>Just look at him, he's a bunny! I mean, the rabbit kind. Wait, what's the difference between bunnies and rabbits?
>What do you do when you are feeling down?
>I stuff my stomach, take a bath and then go to sleep. That's the best method, I guess.
>Where did you eat your dinner yesterday, and with whom?
>Umm... Wait a sec, I have to think. Err, yesterday I had hod dogs for lunch... Umm... Yesterday? Eh?
>Currently you are living on the Bronze Stage, do you want to move to the Gold Stage someday?
>Nah, everywhere's fine if... Oh, I just remembered! Yesterday me and Rock Bison ate gyuudon for dinner!
>What food do you think you can prepare particularly well?
>Fried rice! The great thing about it is that it can be made with whatever's in the refrigerator.
>If Kade-chan will get herself a boyfriend in the future, what will you do?
> ... I've never thought about it. I wonder if my kid would even tell me about that. That's the first thing that I'm worried about.
>Your beard has a rather unique shape. Could you share some grooming tips?
>Buy some scissors from a store and go wild.
>Do you get along well with your brother Muramasa? Has anything about your relationship changed since you were children?
>Can't say we're getting along, but he's managing pretty much everything back home, so I can't grumble too much. I don't think anything's changed. But eh, going for a drink with him can be fairly enjoyable.
>If you could have one wish granted, what would it be?
>World peace... Hey, I just said something pretty cool now.
Barnaby's Interview:
>Is there something about yourself that you think you could improve?
>Too much, I believe. I intend to gradually learn from the other Heroes as much as possible.
>We know you wear glasses, but how bad is your vision actually?
>Quite bad, I suppose. I am extremely near-sighted and the vision acuity is 0.03. I have not had a check-up for some time though, so it might be even worse now.
>If you were to have a one-week holiday, what would you do?
>Hm, let me think. Travelling abroad could be interesting, but I believe I would just use the time to train.
>Why did you pick up Tiger's scorched sash in episode 8? Do you still have it?
>You seem to be informed about extremely delicate things, aren't you. ...I took it with me because otherwise it would have become a piece of trash. That is all. I now keep it in my company's locker room. It is a talisman.
>If you were to change your occupation, what would you like to become?
>I believe I am fated to work as a Hero. I admire mechanics though. My parents were robot engineers, and seeing Saitou-san's work on the suit maintenance is also very cool.
>Has anything about Wild Tiger changed since you have teamed together?
>Not really. But then, that is one of his good points.
>If you were to compare Wild Tiger to an animal, which would it be?
>A bold question, that. Very well then, I shall answer in kind. A parrot.
>Why are calling him "Kotetsu-san" and not "ojisan"?
>How do you-!? For one, he is older than me, so adding "-san" seems appropriate. Anyway, next question.
>Please tell us about your preferences when it comes to clothing.
>I tend to wear my favourite clothes for years, but since you are asking about preferences... I have been wearing my red leather jacket for five years already. I also wear the same belt for a long time and like clothes with many buttons.
>Do you use a cologne?
>Yes, ocean scent.
>Could you tell us about what types do you prefer?
>I do not really have any. I have slight trouble getting along with pushy people though.
>When was your first crush a what kind of person was it? Has anything come out of it?
>Shortly after I entered the Hero Academy, there was one woman that I was aware of. A neat and wonderful person, but since I knew it was thoroughly one-sided, I left it at that and said nothing.
>What do you wear when you go to bed?
>I cannot say I like the question, but I sleep wearing nothing but underwear.
>Is there one particular episode that makes you g lad that you have teamed up with Wild Tiger?
>Nothing comes to mind straight away, but I can say that ultimately, I am glad we have.
>If you were to team up with some Hero who isn't Wild Tiger, who would it be?
>Sky High. Generally speaking, it would be correct to team up with somebody fully dedicated to his work.
>What was your first impression of Wild Tiger?
>Old. His style was so outdated I could not help but think that.
>Is there anything you think other Heroes can't match you in?
>I generally intend to remain unmatched, but I can say I am fairly confident when it comes to my style, arrests and private life.
>Which Hero do you get along the best?
>If I were to push it... Wild Tiger-san. But you see, we spend a lot of time together as a duo.
>What are you into currently?
>Incenses, I suppose. I find them very good for relaxation. Until recently, I used to be fussy over indirect lighting.
>Please tell us your likes and dislikes when it comes to food.
>I like beef stroganoff and cabbage rolls. There is nothing I dislike, I will gladly eat anything.
If they didn't become heroes...
Kotetsu: Lifeguard
Notes: He seems to be suited for the type of profession where he is bathed in the sun, and is sweating. And more than anything, the lifeguards’ swimcap really matches him. And his stance on “wanting to save people” will never change.
Barnaby: Bartender
Notes: He is able to quickly think on his feet, and therefore will be able to dish out cocktails that matches a customer to ease their troubles at the drop of a hat. He can do his job quietly, and when his clients try to talk to him, he’ll just smile with a small chuckle. There might be a lot of female customers who become his fans, but he’ll be hated by male customers.
(T/N: My friend and I said that he seems like the type to silently judge you on what you order at the bar lol.)