So here's my dreaded holiday. JK but I it's still not my favorite because I'm single. As you know I always make a Valentines Day Post every year where I list my favorite or least favorite couples combined with what most people think. Well due to how busy I was I did have to delay this post by 4 days. I will also post the couples from My Story as well. As usual feel free to ship these couples and their love stories should be on the very opposite of Twilight and 50 Shades of Grey. (You know better than Romeo & Juliet, and Jack & Rose from Titanic combined) Because I've been so busy with other events in my life especially with the Coronavirus Pandemic, I haven't really had much time to focus on this blog so I apologize to any fans who were looking for something. Feedback is wanted but only CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM. A lot of this is kind of my opinion on what I've watched so if yours is different, then that's fine! I may reveal some endings too so...
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Love Song: Big Girls Don't Cry-Fergie
Who new Fergie could write a great love song. It describes how you truly love someone but do need space and time to yourself. You need to sort yourself out but don't want to end the relationship because you still love that person and they love you.
Love Song: Hanging by a Moment-Lifehouse
Another love song from Lifehouse since I put Between the Raindrops last year. This song is about falling in love how much that person means to you. The loved one has turned your life around in some way which is why you love them.
What I look for in a Couple
If you've been reading my past Valentines Day posts you probably know what I'm looking for in a good couple. I want good chemistry and for them to be lovable as a couple. It is important how much two people care about each other and how far they'll go for one another. I usually prefer couples around the same age plus or minus a few years. Personally, I used to be attracted to girls my age but now I prefer slightly older women (NOT COUGARS!). I mean it's cool to for guys to score with older girls. And because of that I like the slightly older girl and slightly younger boy couples. This is just a short summary of what I look for in romance.
Worst Couples (Get the worst over first)
Here are some of the worst love stories, While I've went through them before I will explain them again.
Ana Steele + Christian Grey (50 Shades of Grey)- FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, NO, NO NOOOOOOOOO! This and Twilight are probably two of the worst, most sickening, disgusting love stories and there's very few romances I can think of that are worse.
Edward Cullen + Bella Swan (Twilight)- I know I rip on this a lot as do lots of people but I'll explain it a little. Probably the worst chemistry of any couple and one of the least popular before 50 Shades. The only good thing about Twilight is Christina Perri's song, A Thousand Years.
Any School Days Pairing- I wouldn't even call this a romance anime, just blood, guts, and gore and you can probably see the same thing watching something like Saw. But if love blood and violence, then School Days is the anime for you.
Kirino Kosaka + Kyosuke Kosaka (Oremio)-Since I've ripped on this anime so many times I'm just going to say this, Kirino and Koysuke are BLOOD RELATED brother and sister.
Amy + Sammy Bougzaglo (Amy's Baking Company)-Anyone who watches Kitchen Nightmares knows who these infamous two are. Two of the craziest b***iest resturaunt owners ever. I mean he looks like he could be her father of grandpa. They way they treat their customers and employees is disgusting and I wonder why no one's beaten the s*** out of them yet. But then again they treat everyone awful. Their place is shut down but they'll get their KARMA one day. They would give both Twilight and 50 Shades of Grey a run for their money but are neck and neck with Jennifer and Scott Petkov.
Jennifer + Scott Petkov-If you know who these two are you'll agree with this one. Jennifer and Scott taunted a dying 7-year-old girl with Huntington's Disease over not being invited to a party. Jennifer posted pictures of her with the grim reaper online and drove around in a car with a coffin on it. Scott defends his B***'s actions. Two of the ugliest pairings on this list as well. If anything they might give both Twilight and 50 Shades of Grey a run for their money but are neck and neck with Amy and Samy Bougzaglo.
Average/Mixed Reviews
Kirito/Kazuto Kirigaya + Asuna Yuuki (Sword Art Online)- People seem to either love or hate SAO and the same goes for the romance. I'm kind of in between. While Asuna starts off as a tsundere they quickly develop feelings for each other. I still do kind of like Kirito and Asuna but I found myself liking SAO and its romance less as new movies or series came out and it's getting old even though it started off good.
Sesshomaru + Rin (Inuyasha)-While other fans like these two as a couple, I'm kind of disturbed by this because Sesshomaru is a grown man and Rin is a child. Okay Inuyasha is chronologically way older than Kagome but physically and mentally they are the same age. I saw it as more of a father-daughter, guardian-child or older brother-younger sister type relationship than an actual romantic couple. Personally I think Rin is better with Kohaku. Additionally, an Inuyasha sequel Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon has come out with and now features Sesshomaru, Inuyasha, and Kagome's kids. I just found out Rin and Sesshomaru are the mother and father of Setsuna and Towa. I know Rin has probably aged but I still find it kind of disgusting and disturbing.
Ash/Satoshi Ketchum's Love Stories (Pokemon)- I could make an entire post alone if I had to list every one of Ash's potential love interests. It seems the writers just keep taking out one love interest and stick in another one for Ash. I find it annoying and confusing and they would have Ash stick with just one girl. Personally, I think Serena was the best for him.
Saito Hiraga + Louise Francoise Le Blanc de La Valliere (The Familiar of Zero/Zero no Tsukaima)- There's mixed opinions about Saito and Louise. Louise starts off being mean, rude, and even abusive towards Saito at first but does show romantic feelings for him. Saito's not thrilled about the situation either but remains loyal to Louise and truly loves and cares for her. When Saito dies but gets resurrected, Louise sows how much she loves him. Saito and Louise get married in the end. I'm indifferent on them there's both good and bad things on this ship.
Best/Popular Couples
Inuyasha + Kagome Higurashi (Inuyasha)- No one would ever forgive me if I posted a Valentines Day Couples list and not include Inuyasha and Kagome. Inuyasha and Kagome are a popular couple. They don't get along well at first but develop feelings for each other throughout the story. Inuyasha and Kagome will go to the ends of the earth for the other. There are some conflicting ideas of Kagome vs Kikyo. I support Inuyasha and Kagome, but I will mention that most of the main characters would be dead if it weren't for Kikyo.
Sakura Kinomoto + Syaoran Li (Cardcaptor Sakura) (Clear Card)- I could never ever ever make a Valentines Day Couples list and not include Sakura and Syaoran. Sakura and Syaoran are probably one of the cutest anime couples and I just can't get enough of them. Sakura and Syaoran start off as rivals but warm up to each other. Syaoran eventually works the courage to confess to Sakura and Sakura returns her feelings for to Syaoran. They always look out for each other and are just adorable together. The movie and manga ended great as I said in my review. The Clear Card manga is still ongoing so I look forward to seeing more precious moments between them.
Sakura + Syaoran (Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicles)- If I include Sakura and Syaoran from CCS then I have to include these two. Sakura and Syaoran are childhood friends and have known each other until Sakura loses her memories. Syaoran goes on a jounrey to retrieve Sakura's memories and they fall in love along the way. We see how much Sakura and Syaoran care for each other and how far they are willing to go for one another. I liked and reviewed this anime but it was kind of disappointing they didn't kiss. I know CLAMP knows how to make better endings like in Cardcaptora Sakura, Chobits, and Kobato. They were so obviously in love and I swear they better get married in some future anime/manga or I will go ballistic.
Banri Tada + Koko Kaga (Golden Time)- By far one of the best romantic comedy I've seen. There are some differing opinions but I love Banri and Koko as a couple. They started their love off early in Golden Time though not without conflicts. I know some fans preferred Banri to be with Linda but Golden Time delivers a lesson that childhood friends don't always end up together. Many people like Toradora. I like Toradora as well but I loved Golden Time more for it's ending.
Shana + Yuji Sakai (Shakugan no Shana)- Probably one of my favorite tsundere couples. While Shana was cold and feisty toward at first she develops romantic feelings for him and really cares aoubt Yuji. Yuji started to feel the same way. I think Shana changed the most out of all tsunderes or any character in general from a cold, cruel, bad tempered, and angry to warm, kind-hearted, caring, and loving.
Keiichi Morisato + Belldandy (Ah! My Goddess/Ah! Megami Sama)- I like this anime because it gives me some hope with me being sort of like Keiichi. Keiichi gets taken advantage of and can't seem to win anyone over, and overall has bad luck despite being a good person. Belldandy. a goddess, appears when Keiichi accidentally dials the wrong number. He wishes for Belldandy to be by his side which she accepts. Keiichi and Belldandy deeply care about each other and will do anything for the other, despite each other's flaws.
Yuuta Togashi + Rikka Takanashi (Love, Chunibyo, & other Delusions/Chunibyo demo Koi ga Shitai)-Another anime that starts off cute, innocent, and funny at first but ends up hitting you emotionally. Yuuta found it embarrassing that he suffered from Chunibyo and Delusions in middles school. Yuuta goes to a new high school to try and escape his past where he meets Rikka, who also suffers from Chunibyo and knows about Yuuta's past. It is revealed there are sad and tragic reasons for their delusions. Yuuta and Rikka fall in love and they kiss in the 2018 movie, Take on Me which was just amazing and took their relationship to the next level.
Usagi Tsukino + Mamoru Chiba (Sailor Moon) (Crystal)- No one in their right mind would ever forgive me if I made a Valentines Day Couples list and did not include these two. Sailor Moon is by far the most popular magical girl anime. Usagi and Mamoru didn't like each other initally but do come to terms with their feelings. They are the incarnations of Princess Serenity and King Endymion. They break up but then get back together as a stronger couple and we see how much they love and care about each other. Usagi and Mamoru get married in the end.
Hodaka Morishima + Hina Amano (Tenki no Ko/Weathering with You)- Now that I have seen this movie I can now tell you my thoughts. Another masterpiece from Makoto Shinkai. The relationship between Hina and Hodaka progresses as they become stronger together and spend more time with each other. Hodaka will go out of his way for Hina.
Kotaru Azumi + Akane Mizuno (Tsuki ga Kirei)- My favorite 2017 anime. Mizuno and Azumi meet in their last years of Junior High School and develop romantic feelings for each other. They experiences the joys, struggles, and stages of falling in love. Azumi and Mizuno show that as long you love someone and care for them distance or any other obstacles doesn't matter.
Kobato Hanato + Kiyokazu Fujimoto (Kobato)- A fantastic series by CLAMP. As a typical CLAMP story it starts looking innocent, funny, and cute but becomes very serious and heartfelt at the end. As a male tsundere, Fujimoto acts like he doesn't like Kobato but warms up to her and cares about her. Kobato's kindness and soft feelings don't change and she loves Fujimoto in return.
Mitsuki Koyama + Takuto Kira (Full Moon wo Sagashite/Searching for the Full Moon)- Wow, such a sad emotional anime but also hopeful with its ending. Mitsuki dreams to become a singer so she can fulfill a promise to her childhood friend, Eichi Sakurai. However, she suffers from a throat tumor. Takuto and Meroko are Shinigami ("death spirits"), who come to help Mitsuki achieve her dreams after telling her she has one year left to live. So many events happen in the anime including Mitsuki finding out Eichi has died. Despite that Mitsuki realizes her own feelings for Takuto and we see they care about each other to the point of giving anything for the other person. The cherry on top was the ending which packed an emotional punch but also gave viewers lots of hope and joy as well.
Underrated Couples
Haruhiko Amami + Riko Fukamine (Gift Eternal Rainbow)- Such an underrated romance harem anime. While I usually don't support incest relationships, but Haruhiko and Riko aren't blood-related and are only brother and sister in name. Haruhiko and Riko were very close as children until Riko has to depart when Haruhiko's dad can no longer support both of them. Riko eventually returns to be reunited with Haruhiko. They have strong feelings for each other. If you watch the anime, it makes sense why Haruhiko ends up with Riko instead of Kirino, his childhood friend.
Naoki Kuzumi + Honami Fujieda (Hani Hani: Operation Sanctuary/Tsuki wa Higashi Ni Hi wa Nishi ni)- A very underrated romance harem anime with a really good ending. Naoki lost his parents and memory in an accident and his chilldhood friend, Honami has cared for him since then. I think Honami deserved to be with Naoki the most out of all the love interests. While Mikoto was the focus of the story, she saw Naoki as more of a brother than a love interest. Naoki and Honami marry in the end which I think is one of the best endings this anime couple have.
Mamoru Yoshimura + Ayako Takuso (Venus to Mamoru/Mamoru Kun ni Megami no Shokufuku wo!)- I just love this magical romantic comedy anime. Mamoru, a very short 16-year-old is asked out by Ayako, a older tall girl on his first day of attending a prestigious school. Mamoru is one lucky guy. A short boy ends up with a beautiful popular girl who's top of her class which is the type of love story I crave. I think Mamoru and Ayako deserve more attention so please ship them!
Sumomo Akihime + Masaharu Tsuwabuki (Nanatsurio Drops)- A very underrated magical girl romance anime and I honestly don't have anything bad to say about it. This is about as close to a perfect anime as I've watched so far. Masaharu accidentally drinks a potion and becomes a stuffed lamb at night. Sumomo is there to help him out of it but cannot know his real identity or he'll become a stuffed lamb forever. Sumomo and Masaharu spend time together and fall in love. Although, Masaharu will lose is memories but promises to continue loving Sumomo as they kiss. This was an amazing ending and Masaharu fulfills his promise to Sumomo. There is such a strong romance theme in Nanatsurio Drops. While there are moments of pain and sadness, Sumomo and Masaharu prove their love is for each other is so strong, they can overcome anything together. and they will stay with each other no matter what. It's a lesson I never get tired of watching. Sumomo and Masaharu are such an underrated underrated couple and show how strong their love for each other is. Please ship them!
Firiel Dee + Roux Liskin (The Good Witch of the West/Nishi no Yoki Majo" Astraea Testament)- Another very underrated anime and the type of love story I won't get tired of watching. Firiel is a girl of royal blood, and Roux is her younger childhood friend. At first, Firiel sees Roux as a friend or younger brother but they both show romantic feelings for each other that is pretty early in the anime and consistent throughout the story. Lots of kiss scenes too! (About 7 or 8) Firiel must make the decision of living a life of royalty or a simple life with Roux, the one she loves. She chooses to live a happy life with Roux, the one she loves, and in the place she loves. This was such a good ending.
Tatsuya Asagiri + Feena Fam Earthlight (Brighter than the Dawning Blue/Yoake Mae yori Ruriiro na: Crescent Love)- A very underrate romance anime with possibly the greatest endings. So I gave it 5 stars. Lunar Princess of the Moon Feena and Earthling school boy Tatsuya are in love. It's the star-crossed lovers type of story and while it's cliche (some people complain about it), it's a good type of cliche that I like. Tatsuya and Feena do not let anything get in the way or stop them because that's how strong their bond is for each other. This is shown several times throughout the story. In the end, Tatsuya and Feena get married and bring peace between the Earth and Moon.
Kenji Tomosaka + Nanami Konoe (Lamune)- This was a very underrated romance slice of life anime, and I wish there were more like it. Childhood friends, Kenji and Nanami are very close to one another but are too shy to advance their relationship. They spend time together and anything they go through brings them closer. It is obvious they love each other. The ending was an emotional punch showing that Nanami is lonely and lost without Kenji by her side. Kenji pulls through and survives his ordeal and he and Nanami continue their relationship.
Ryuji Kisaragi + Rose (Dragon Crisis!)- And yet another underrated romance fantasy anime. It's clear Rose loves Ryuji and is attached to him by his side almost all the time. Ryuji will go to great lengths for Rose to ensure she is safe and happy. I know some people don't like Rose but I like her and think she's adorable. Ok, I admit, it's because Ryuji looks like and well Rose is kawaii. Rose is voiced by Rie Kugimiya (the tsundere queen) who also voiced Taiga in Toradora, plus the main character is also named Ryuji. They are an adorable couple and will go to the ends of the earth for each other.
My Story
Here are the couples from My Story. The main couples who become official will be listed and if you ship these I can promise they will sail and will be unsinkable (except Fahru and both villains die!). While this may sound cliche, it's the good type of cliche! It's a theme I never get tired of watching! If you want to ship these couples, feel free, leave a comment, message etc. I may try to get pics in the future sometime but for now just enjoy these avatars!
Takeshi Hachuu + Annabelle "Angel" Ahrimo- Takeshi is the main character so these two are the OTP of the anime. Takeshi is a 16 year old reptile/snake yokai who is mostly introverted, mature, smart, selfless, strong-willed, and protective (A combination of Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games and Robin from Teen Titans) and Angel is a 16 year old cat yokai who is very kind, friendly, sweet, selfless, intelligent, and popular in school. Angel makes friends with Takeshi as she feels sorry for him seeing him alone. Takeshi and Angel share their secrets and feelings for one another despite that Reptiles and Cats are supposed to be enemies. Both come to terms with how to accept their identies and fate. Takeshi had suffered the death of his father and years of discrimination while Angel always thought she was the only one. They show how much they deeply and truly care about each other and are always there for one another throughout the story. Angel is willing to stand up for Takeshi and is really supportive of him. Both cannot bear to see the other one sad or hurt. To Angel Takeshi's happiness is her happiness and to Takeshi, Angel's happiness is his happiness. Takeshi is not afraid to to protect Angel or anyone else he loves even if it means the cost his own life. Takeshi comes to terms and realizes it's the first time since his father's death that he hasn't felt sad, lonely, or depressed and is happy and stronger with Angel by his side. With every challenge and obstacle they face, Takeshi and Angel only get stronger together. Takeshi strives to fulfill his father's dying wish and Angel helps him every step of the way.
Taro Hachuu + Nina Moriko- While Takeshi and Angel are the OTP, Taro and Nina are a very close second. Taro, age 14, younger brother of Takeshi who is also a reptilian/snake yokai. He is initally short-tempered and vengeful. Nina, age 14, is Taro's childhood friend and a owl yokai of Russian and Japanese decent and is spunky and vein, yet caring as well. And yes she is a tsundere too! They stay by each others side despite that Reptiles and Owls are supposed to be enemies. At first, they argue a lot and try to hide their feelings but realize how much they really mean to each other and need each other and care about one another. Nina has suffered the loss of both her parents and Taro suffered through the death of his father. Both want to fulfill what their parents wishes and realize that they are no longer sad, lonely, or depressed, and are happy and stronger by each other's side. Much like many couples, Taro and Nina cannot bear to see the other one hurt or sad and are brought joy by the other's happiness. They face many obstacles and challenges in their relationship but always come out stronger than before.
Fahru Hachuu + Ren Hachuu- Ren and Fahru are the mother and father of Takeshi and Taro. Fahru is a reptilian/snake yoaki, while Ren is an ordinary human. These two are kind of star-crossed lovers. Their parents each accepted each other while society didn't. The fact that a reptilian and ordinary human are married was more reason they were targeted. Nevertheless they didn't care what others thought. They were deeply in love with each other and went to great lengths for one another and they started a family which made them stronger. Fahru was willing to risk anything for his family and finally lost his life protecting those he loved the most. Ren strives to fulfill her promise and Fahru's dying wish and continues to raise her two boys as a single mother well.
Masami Kobayashi Rival- Of course we can't have love stories without rivals. Masami Kobayashi, age 15, is the cousin and childhood friend of Takeshi and Taro, and a friend/rival to Angel and Nina. Masami is an ordinary human being on Ren's side of the family but is also quite a warrior and fighter herself, being skilled with weapons and martial arts. Masami is willing to help the yokai gain freedom and lessen the misunderstandings of them. Initially she seems like a flirt but Masami secretly harbor's for both Takeshi and Taro. Takeshi and Taro both initially consider Masami a friend and cousin but do have strong feeling for her later. Taro is split between Nina and Masami. Masami's willing to protect and defend her allies to the end and cares deeply for Taro, Takeshi, even Nina and Angel as well as all her friends and family.
Chad Callahan Rival- Chad is popular exchange student from England who's secretly a werewolf. As a typical "pretty boy" he's tall, good looking, smart, muscular, athletic, and fit with nice blonde hair and blue eyes. He plays soccer, baseball, and basketball. Chad is initially attracted to Angel for her looks and popularity. Angel only thinks of him as a friend and doesn't return his advances. Chad is still also thinking about his girlfriend back home who he eventually returns to. While Takeshi and Chad are rivals for Angel's affections, they stay respectful to each other and usually try to avoid conflict with one another. Taro initially dislikes Chad but begins to have friendly rivalry with him as the story goes on. He helps Angel and her allies a few times and they return the favor.
Hawkwing Rival- Hawkwing is an older friend of Nina who she had a crush on. Yet he betrays her and becomes a villain. Hawkwing feels a connection to Nina and still shows interest but he looks down on Taro and sees him as being inferior to him. Hawkwing becomes a major villain and he and Taro become fiercely enemies as well being enemies with the other main characters. Nina eventually rejects Hawkwing for the sake of doing good, though she has mixed feelings about him. She chooses Taro as she realizes she truly loves him.
Kyofusho + Kumori- The main villain Kyofusho, which means phobia. The main villainess, Kumori is his wife. Kumori is just as evil also joining her husband in his plans. They are loyal to one another and they even have a son and other family members who are evil as well.
Conclusion
So that's pretty much a rap for this years Valentines Day and if there are couples you think should be added, feel free to comment. Unfortunately I've found myself basically repeating the same type of things every year and it's kind of because I'm starting to run out of new things to post for V-Day. I've also been pretty busy in my real life so I haven't had much time to focus on the blog. If you're wondering I did what everyone single and 21 and over does on Valentines Day, get plastered!
