Setsuna Tokage: Humor, Hustle & History in Motion
Rise Beyond Legacy x My Hero Academia Final Season Problogs
By Sterling, Founder of Black Cards Of History LLC
Introduction: When Witty Meets Worthy
Setsuna Tokage. Just hearing her name brings a smirk to my face—and not just because she’s loud, wild, and unpredictable (though, yes, all that too). It’s because behind her playful grin and fast-talking bravado is a mind that doesn’t just think outside the box… she disassembles the whole box, reassembles it sideways, and then uses it as a prop for something revolutionary.
In the world of Rise Beyond Legacy, where we imagine My Hero Academia students exploring the intersections of Black history, culture, and justice, Tokage stands out not just for her flash—but for her function. She’s the kind of person who can turn a serious topic into something digestible, unforgettable, and empowering.
Heart & Humor as a Political Act
There’s a raw beauty in Tokage’s approach to the world: high energy, sharp wit, and unapologetic boldness. She’s not afraid to laugh with history, not at it—and that distinction matters. When we talk about the pain, power, and progress of Black history, sometimes the seriousness weighs people down. But Setsuna? She brings levity without losing gravity. She reminds us that joy and resistance can coexist, and that laughter is sometimes the best weapon against injustice.
I imagine her on stage during Black History Month, doing a trivia game show where she calls out, “Let’s give it up for Benjamin Banneker—Black inventor and the original time lord!” And just like that, she’s dropped knowledge with flair, and the room is alive with learning.
Connecting Black Excellence to Personal Ambition
Tokage’s approach would naturally align with the stories of Black visionaries who dared to think differently. She wouldn’t just memorize names—she’d dissect how innovators like Katherine Johnson (NASA mathematician) or Granville T. Woods (Black Edison) broke apart societal expectations, just like she breaks apart her own body to adapt, move, and reform.
Her message would be: “You don’t have to do it all at once. Break it into pieces. Move with purpose. Reform into something stronger.” That alone is a lesson for anyone trying to make moves in a world stacked with inequality.
Workshops with a Bite: Interactive Learning with Justice in Mind
Let’s be real—some people hear “Black History Month” and their brain shuts off, expecting another slideshow of tired facts. Not under Setsuna’s watch.
I picture her leading interactive workshops like:
- “Break It Down: The Economics of Black Entrepreneurship” - Participants would physically build businesses with mock money and systems—only to watch Setsuna throw in random barriers like “redlining” or “bank loan rejection” to see how they adapt.
- “Inventor’s Escape Room” - Based on real Black inventors’ stories. Solve puzzles and unlock their legacy—literally.
She would bring the chaos, the energy, and the heart—all in a way that sticks.
YouTube Video Assignment: ‘Pieces of History: Fun Facts About Black Innovators’
And then there’s the YouTuber version of Setsuna—because we all know she’s got the charisma and camera confidence. Her video project would be part edutainment, part empowerment. And trust, it would go viral in the best way.
Imagine her green screen effects showing her “splitting” into different roles: one part presenting, another reenacting, another reacting.
- Thumbnail: Her in sunglasses with the title “Pieces of History 🤯 You Never Knew Were Black!”
- Intro Clip: “Did you know a Black man invented the Super Soaker and improved the pacemaker? Black brilliance: from water fights to saving lives. Let’s gooo!”
Each “piece” of her would drop a fun fact, leading to a larger message: Black excellence isn’t the exception. It’s the standard. And it deserves to be known in full color, with full energy.
Economic Justice in Her DNA
What I admire most is how Setsuna wouldn’t just stop at education—she’d push for economic justice too. She would spotlight the real, everyday struggles of Black inventors who weren’t paid or credited. She’d ask the hard questions:
- “Why did Garrett Morgan have to hide that he was Black to sell his inventions?”
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“Why are Black creators still fighting for fair compensation today?”
And then she’d challenge her viewers to support Black-owned businesses, donate to Black educators, and learn where their products come from. “Support isn't silent,” she’d say. “It’s in your wallet, your watch history, and your willingness to speak up.”
Final Thoughts: Rise Beyond With No Apologies
Setsuna Tokage’s role in Rise Beyond Legacy would be unforgettable—not just because she’s loud, bold, and hilariously direct—but because she leads with her whole self. She reminds us that our history doesn’t have to be cold and clinical. It can be messy, funny, intense, and alive.
If we want to connect Black history to personal ambition and economic justice, we need people like Tokage—unafraid to break things apart to build something stronger. She’s not just comic relief. She’s a reformer in the making.
And I don’t say this lightly: I’d watch her content twice.