KiriBaku

KiriBaku is the slash ship between Katsuki Bakugou and Eijiro Kirishima from the My Hero Academia fandom.

Canon

 * Tumblr inline onub97ACUW1tzarq5 250.jpghima thinks of Bakugou as "manly", which is the biggest sign of respect from him.
 * Kirishima is often shown trying to befriend Bakugou and inviting him to class outings.
 * Bakugou respects Kirishima and calls him by his name.
 * When Bakugou was kidnapped by the Villain Alliance, Kirishima initiated his rescue, along with Todoroki, and said he would be less than a man he didn't do anything.
 * It's been shown that Bakugou tutors Kirishima instead of Yaoyorozu like the rest of the class.
 * Kirishima is the one Bakugou sees as an equal and, according to Midoriya, the only one who could save him without his pride being hurt.
 * After Bakugou's return, he pays back Kirishima for the night vision goggles he bought for the rescue mission.
 * Despite Bakugou's unfriendly personality, it is clear that he cares about Kirishima quite a lot. Bakugou has made several active efforts to cheer Eijirou up when he was sad or doubting, these being the first times for him to be seen truly caring for another character.
 * The class turns to Kirishima when they look for Bakugou, implying they often hang out together.
 * The two have neighboring dorms on campus.
 * Both Kirishima and Bakugou have cheered each other on more than once.
 * In My Hero Academia Smash!!, Kirishima is portrayed as crushing on Bakugou and trying to get closer to him.
 * It was confirmed through a light novel that Kirishima is Bakugou's dragon in the fantasy AU shown in one of the anime's endings.
 * Tumblr_p6t4zrmsam1s1rgwoo1_540.pngn 3's first episode expands their relationship, as it shows them coming together late to the pool. Later in the same episode, they are shown going back home together under the sunset and Bakugou telling Kirishima he had to get stronger if he wanted to surpass All Might.
 * Kirishima and Bakugou are often portrayed together in the Heroes Battle Cards.
 * Midoriya's hero notes stress the fact they are good friends and consider each other as equals.
 * According to the festival clothing promotional art, it's shown that Bakugou gave Kirishima his jacket as Kirishima wasn't wearing a shirt. On top of this, it's hinted that it was a romantic gesture, as the caption for Bakugou's outfit stated "...Maybe he gave it to a girl passing by who looked cold?" while Kirishima is the one wearing his jacket.
 * Kirishima and Bakugou go out together during holidays.
 * It has been mentioned that Bakugou enjoys mountian climbing and has brought Kirishima on one of his hiking trips.
 * The two have been seen hanging out after school.
 * Kirishima calls Bakugou "Blasty McSplode" and "Explosion Boy."
 * Todoroki has mentioned to Bakugou in one of the CD Dramas that he seems very close to Kirishima.

Fanon

 * The study sessions between Bakugou and Kirishima are often read as dates.
 * Kirishima being Bakugou's dragon was a popular speculation among fans long before the light novel was released.
 * The Kiribaku tag often ranks as one of most popular and most active ships on Tumblr. In fact, in June 2018, it was the second most popular ship on 'fandometrics'.
 * They are usually paired in official merchandises, alongside many hetero ships.

Fandom
AO3