Some SnK Ship Appreciations
I’ve noticed quite a bit of ship discourse lately, and since the final chapter just released, I thought I’d share some things I love about a few SnK relationships!
Eren & Mikasa: Eren and Mikasa’s relationship started with a small act of kindness and comfort that bloomed into something both deeper and more complicated. Mikasa always valued Eren’s life and safety, and though Eren didn’t show it as much, he did care for Mikasa a lot. Though Eren’s selfish side wanted to be the only one for Mikasa, at the same time he wanted her to move on and be happy, and if that’s not love I don’t know what is.
Armin & Annie: Though I wasn’t expecting this one, it grew on me quickly and always put a smile on my face. Between blushes and awkward conversations, you can tell these two care about each other in a very sweet way. With the thirteen year titan curse gone, I hope these two are able to continue their relationship.
Ymir & Historia: Both of these girls were hiding behind false identities which ended up drawing them toward each other. It was very sweet seeing these two encourage each other to be themselves and live life their own way, which made Ymir’s final ‘love letter’ even more heartbreaking.
Levi & Erwin: These two have developed a very deep bond of trust and respect. They care for each other deeply, stuck by each other’s sides, and Levi fought to fulfil his promise to Erwin until the very end. It was really special to see two seemingly cold and ruthless men have a real soft spot for each other. And Levi’s decision to let Erwin rest was a true testament of his love for him.
Levi & Hange: With so many horrible things happening within SnK, the lighthearted but deep relationship between these two was very special. Despite their constant teasing, they really do care for and understand each other. Being the last two veterans standing, I was really glad they had each other and I truly think they would’ve stuck together if it wasn’t for Hange’s death.
Levi & Petra: I think my favorite part about this relationship was Petra’s speech to Eren about Levi. She was able to see through Levi’s many flaws and oddities and respect him as the person he truly is. I’m very glad Levi had such a sweet person like Petra in his life, which made her death and father’s speech extremely heartbreaking.
Eren & Historia: Even if Eren wasn’t the father of Historia’s baby, there is no denying the unique relationship they had. They were able to understand each other during dark periods of their lives, and Historia even trusted him enough to keep the Founding Titan’s power. They had an emotional relationship that I wish would’ve gotten closure.
Eren & Armin: Eren and Armin’s relationship went through a lot over the course of the SnK manga, and I’m glad they had some form of closure. The love these two held for each other was very sweet, and I loved seeing the angry, hotheaded Eren be affectionate with Armin.
Jean & Marco: What I loved most about the relationship between these two was how Marco was able to inspire Jean, and how much of an effect that had on Jean’s life. Jean’s heartbreaking reaction to Marco’s death made it even more clear that these two cared about each other. Even after the timeskip, Jean still holds Marco dear to him.
Connie & Sasha: It was so easy for me to fall in love with this relationship with their many hilarious interactions. I think the scene where they were supposed to be sparring was my favorite. It really broke my heart seeing Connie’s reaction to Sasha’s death, and I could tell he really held her dear to him.
Jean & Armin: If you asked me at the beginning of the series if these two would become friends, I would probably say no. But despite their differences, they were able to slowly develop a believable friendship. Their moral differences made their relationship very interesting, and even with those differences they were still able to respect and support each other.
Bertholdt & Annie: Though they didn’t interact much during the main series, it was clear Bertholdt had a crush on Annie. But in the Junior High series, they had the sweetest, funniest, and most awkward relationship ever. That episode/chapter made me laugh and smile — it was so sweet!
Sorry if I didn’t include your favorite!
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