Hope's Peak Academy is a prestigious school located in Japan, known for its unique focus on nurturing talented individuals. Each student is selected based on their exceptional skills in various fields, such as academics, sports, and the arts. The academy aims to cultivate these talents to prepare students for future success. The school is also the setting for the Danganronpa video game series, where students find themselves trapped in a deadly game orchestrated by a mysterious bear named Monokuma. The narrative explores themes of hope, despair, and survival as students must solve mysteries and confront their own abilities.