Chapter 14: Halloween Movie Day 14
At U.A. High School, the halls buzzed with excitement as Class 1-A prepared for their 14th day of Halloween-themed activities. The classroom was decorated with cobwebs, ghostly figures, and an eerie soundtrack that added to the anticipation. However, today was different from the usual film viewings and discussions—today was all about competition! The students decided to decorate their dorm hallways, and everyone was eager to show off their creativity.
The girls of Class 1-A congregated in their lounge, brainstorming ideas that sent laughter and shivers down their spines. After much debate, they settled on a Halloween movie theme for their hallway decorations, with each girl choosing a different film to represent.
Ochako, always bubbly yet passionate about her choice, claimed her door with a vibrant depiction of "Scream." She painted the iconic ghost face and hung newspaper clippings about a string of murders—though in a more comedic tone than sinister. Strips of red tissue paper draped down from her door, making it look like a bloody crime scene. She chuckled, imagining how it might surprise the boys when they walked by.
Tsuyu, ever the cool-headed strategist, decided on "Friday the 13th." Her door was adorned with campfire wreaths and hand-painted signs warning of the ominous Lake Crystal, complete with a large, hand-drawn Jason mask peeking out from the top. "It's better to be feared than to be a mere marshmallow at the campfire," she said, her eyes gleaming with mischievous delight as she set up a mini campsite about her door.
Mina, who loved all things festive and flashy, hopped on the chance to do "Chucky." She found a doll in a thrift store that looked spookily similar to the infamous killer doll and dressed it in a striped shirt and overalls, placing it next to her door as if it were waiting to pounce. She painted splatters of red and blue all over her door, declaring it "Chucky's playroom" in the most charmingly sinister way possible.
Jirou, always the rocker with a taste for the macabre, chose "A Nightmare on Elm Street." Her door was a luscious canvas of dreamy horror, with Freddy Krueger's gloved hand reaching out from the top. Black and red fabric draped down the sides, giving the illusion of a nightmarish dreamscape. "Welcome to your worst nightmare!" she joked, strumming her guitar lightly while hanging up a bat-shaped banner.
Hagakure, with her reflective spirit, decided on "Halloween." She utilized her invisibility quirk to her advantage and arranged floating decorations, making little paper ghosts dance in the air outside her door, an ethereal effect that left everyone in awe. Strings of fairy lights flickered ominously, creating a celebration of fright that was not only spooky but vibrantly festive.
Even little Eri joined the fun, excitedly adopting "The Nightmare Before Christmas." She crafted a joyful yet eerie mix of Halloween and Christmas, with Jack Skellington's face adorning her door. A huge paper moon completed the scene, and glowing lights made the artwork sparkle. Her innocence infused a unique charm even into the spookiness, drawing hesitant smiles from her classmates.
The boys of Class 1-A, meanwhile, chuckled good-naturedly at their rivals' creativity. They couldn't help but feel competitive; each one angling for a chance to make their mark, but they knew they had to step up their game to rival the girls' impressive contributions.
As the sun began to set and darkness enveloped the school, the students gathered for the grand reveal of their decorated hallways. The two sides met in between, laughter and cheers echoing through the dorms. Impressive decorations thrived against the backdrop of the dimly lit atmosphere.
Judging by a few teachers who came by, the girls gained a mix of laughter, applause, and admiring shakes of heads for their Halloween movie door designs. Even the boys had too much to show off to back down. Though no official winner was declared, the celebration of creativity and teamwork made the day memorable.
That evening, they all gathered together for popcorn and a screening of classic Halloween movies, their decorated doors serving as a reminder of the creativity and camaraderie that had developed since joining U.A. High School. As they shared ghost stories and favorite film moments, one thing was clear—it was the perfect way to celebrate Halloween, bringing everyone together in laughter and friendship, not only in rivalry but in joy.