PartTime HERO's (パートタイムヒーロー Parto-Timo HI-RO)

PartTime HERO's Foundation was established in 2010 by Hiro Raida, inspired by Shinzo Abe’s vision of civic duty and the potential of ordinary citizens to act as guardians of public safety. Initially a loosely organized group of volunteers, the Foundation quickly formalized into a structured network of crime fighters, integrating technology and performance-style “henshin” transformations to distinguish themselves from conventional law enforcement. They operate from a series of helicopter bases, safehouses, and modular operational centers across Japan, handling crime prevention, rapid response, and public engagement in urban and suburban districts.
  The Foundation matured into a fully organized civilian-led hero network after allying with the Local Japanese Government, a partner interested in promoting safe, visible crime-fighting initiatives. This alliance ensures logistical support and legitimization, allowing the faction to operate openly in public spaces while adhering to government oversight.

PHILOSOPHY

The PartTime HERO’s Foundation adheres to a civic heroism framework, a modern and uniquely Japanese-inspired code grounded in public service and accountability.
  Heroes operate with honor, loyalty, and a strong sense of justice, patrolling communities with advanced technology to protect the vulnerable and prevent threats. They act responsibly and are held accountable for their actions, intervening when official channels fail while adhering to non-lethal tactics.
  Their approach emphasizes restraint and the avoidance of unnecessary harm, ensuring that all operations uphold moral, civic, and professional standards.
 

HISTORY

 

ORIGINS

The Foundation began as a grassroots civic initiative, recruiting skilled civilians from diverse professional backgrounds: engineers, pilots, martial artists, and former law enforcement. Early operations focused on localized patrols, community engagement, and experimental use of projection-based “henshin” gear, combining tactical function with a spectacle designed to deter crime. Relationships with local police were initially cautious; trust was built over months of successful interventions and volunteer-driven public demonstrations.
 

RECRUITMENT ERA

Founder Hiro Raida personally scouted members through professional networks, hobbyist communities, and martial arts academies. Strategic alliances were forged with technical institutes and local volunteer organizations, while key early recruits with pilots, engineers, and combat specialists, joined under rigorous training programs. Each recruit agreed to maintain discipline, uphold non-lethal engagement standards, and commit to public-facing heroism.
 

PRESENT DAY

Now, the Foundation operates as a respected civic organization, recognized by both public and private entities. Their reputation blends spectacle and operational efficiency: the community sees vibrant, colorful heroes, while authorities rely on their intelligence gathering and rapid response capabilities.
  Transparency, proactive outreach, and carefully choreographed transformation sequences have cemented their public legitimacy, even as covert missions continue behind the scenes.
 

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

 

WITHIN THE FACTION

The Foundation’s hierarchy is meritocratic, with rank and authority tied to skill, experience, and leadership aptitude. Status is signified through hero color, transformation sequence, and specialized emblems.
  Formation of new squads requires approval from Red Heroes and HQ, ensuring discipline and operational cohesion. Prestige is reflected in access to helicopters, advanced scanning equipment, and command of specialized missions.

WITHIN A SQUAD

• Red Hero (Squad Leader) Leads missions, coordinates squad operations, and serves as the primary public face of the team.
  • Blue Hero (Technical Servant / Second-in-Command) Manages equipment, monitors holometers, and ensures smooth tactical execution.
  • Green Hero (Combat Specialist / Lieutenant Advisor) Provides frontline strategy, directs combat operations, and advises on mission planning.
  • Yellow Hero (Community Liaison / Assistant Lieutenant) Oversees civilian engagement, animal rescue, and morale, embodying empathy and civic responsibility.
  • Black, White, Purple Heroes (Veterans / Rookies) Black Heroes: senior strategists and field operators White Heroes: reconnaissance and surveillance specialists Purple Heroes: new recruits undergoing training and mentorship
  This hierarchy ensures operational discipline, clear communication, and effective alignment with the Foundation’s philosophy.
 

OPERATIONS AND FACILITIES

  The Foundation maintains helicopter bases, modular safehouses, and converted office complexes, each tailored to specific operational needs. Facilities are divided into functional wings:
  Kyoto HQ: operational offices, mission control rooms, holometer arenas, and training areas Tokyo HQ: medical wing, archival storage, armories, and restricted equipment chambers
  Specialized spaces include tatami-lined ceremonial dojos for team rituals, labs for projection and Kevlar suit development, and rooftop helipads enabling rapid citywide deployment. The layout reflects both practical operational needs and the ceremonial presentation central to the Foundation’s public image.