Koro-sensei
from Assassination ClassroomPopular character
Koro-sensei is the extraordinary teacher at the heart of Assassination Classroom — a superhuman creature who threatens to destroy the world, yet devotes himself to shaping his students into their best selves.
Background
After announcing he will destroy the Earth within a year, this bizarre, tentacled being takes over a struggling class as its homeroom teacher — and challenges the students to assassinate him before the deadline. His true origins prove far more moving than anyone expects.
Powers & Abilities
| Ability | What it does |
|---|---|
| Mach-20 speed | Moves faster than any weapon can track |
| Regeneration | Recovers from nearly any attack |
| Master educator | Tailors his teaching perfectly to each student |
Personality
Playful, wise and boundlessly caring, Koro-sensei is the greatest teacher his students ever have. Behind the goofy grin is a heart devoted entirely to their growth.
Role in the Story
Koro-sensei is the soul of Assassination Classroom, his bond with his would-be assassins the series' beating heart.