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PSYCHO-PASS GENESIS (Chinese Version). Art by SWAV.
Read through the PP 10th Anniversary interview with Naoyoshi Shiotani and I find it WILD that when asked about characters IN GENERAL, Mr. Shiotani mentions seeing them as real people and not just characters in a storyline but then turns right around when asked about Shinkane and basically says "Well, I don't know...they're adults so that's up to them and their judgement." Like ??? Y'all PLEASE. Obviously their focus is on the plot and the development of the characters in relation to that plot. Romance would come secondary and only if it made sense, I totally get that and stand by it.
I honestly think that with Providence and the latest season we were graced with, they have been shifting pieces around to make room for the obvious:
Shizuka Homura's mysterious interest in Akane that had him risking his life to do what Kogami had dedicated himself to doing . Obviously Shizuka did what he did for other reasons as well, but don't forget about that (now broken) promise Ko made to himself at the end of Providence...
Frederica's obvious interest in Kogami and her position as Kogami's new handler/superior, a role that used to be Akane's.
The illustration by Masayuki Honda with Kogami gazing softly at Akane with the cherry blossoms. (This is a moment we don't see animated from their latest reunion outside the correctional center)
Akane's new position as a statutory enforcer.
The minor romance subplots for other characters sprinkled throughout the series.
All of the wedding and marriage depictions paired with that whole conversation between Gino and Ko on that boat in Providence about tying Akane down.
The HANDCUFFS in Providence.
and probably more that I can't immediately recall. Point is, the signs are THERE. I'd bet my left kidney that they did all of this with intent.
mine, for now
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Thinking about Psycho-Pass again (my all-times favorite anime) and about how Makishima, as genius as he is, fundamentally misunderstands Akane and dismissed her far too early. Akane is perhaps his greatest blind spot.
He mistakes her hesitancy to kill for weakness. For falling in-line with those he views as sheep, willing to give up free-will and ultimately humanity for the ease of letting a greater being (the Sybil system) make those hard decisions for them.
But Akane doesn’t hesitate to kill because she’s weak. She refuses to kill, even when her baser emotions and anger would drive a weaker person to do so, and that’s a big distance. Her refusal to kill is not weakness—it is conviction. From the very first episode we see this. Akane constantly takes free will into her own hands and plays these unfair games by her own rules—by her own morals.
But Makishima is a psychopath and lacks basic empathy. He fundamentally cannot understand a person like Akane and how she views and values human life. He has to rationalize the value of a human life, putting arbitrary metrics he decided are meaningful such as willpower and self actualization (which are not negative things to be fair! These are admirable traits!). But he is incapable of understanding Akane who sees intrinsic value in all human life. Akane does not fit into his worldview.
So he categorizes her and her actions in the only way he knows how—as the actions of sheep and chattel.
It used to bother me a lot how Makishima was so dismissive of Akane while obsessed with Kougami despite both officers being equally willful and strongly convicted people, willing to do whatever it takes, no matter how difficult, to realize their ideals.
But I realize now that this is just how it is. Makishima is so self-aggrandizing and charismatic that it’s easy to, even as an omnipotent audience looking in, fall for his bullshit. But he has blind spots. He’s a genius but he’s also not as knowledgeable and knowing as he believes himself to be and wants the world and audience to believe him to be.
And his relationship (or lack of thereof) with Tsunemori Akane is proof of this.
And it’s this blindness that ultimately makes him lose. And I think the most ironic part of it all is that Akane, whom he viewed to be sheep, was ultimately the first person to ever successfully begin to tear down the Sybil system just as Makishima has always wanted.
If he hadn’t been so blind of incapable of empathy, he and Tsunemori might’ve made for a very powerful team. He might’ve lived to see his plans succeed. But he didn’t.
This extends to the audience too. I think a lot of people get caught up in Makishima and Kougami’s convictions. The audience constantly underestimated and overlooks Akane as well. And that is very very interesting to me from a meta perspective of the story and characters.
Anon: Shinya Kogami didn't knew about his first love? Is it true?
No. He didn't say he didn't know about his first love. He just simply say, "I don't remember".
This answer, though seemingly evasive or indifferent, likely masks a deeper emotional reality. And I believe, based on his character analysis, here are several reasons why he might respond this way:
🧠 1. Emotional Suppression and Detachment
Fan art from Psycho pass 's fanfic {Dragnet}
Thank you so much for reading Dragnet and for creating this beautiful piece of art! I’m honored!
Kogami's POV: "The One Line I Never Crossed"
Just a one-shot fic of what Kogami might be thinking during his "deep-thought" scene. 🤭
"I’ve killed men for less than what they did to her. Watched justice twist itself into something unrecognizable while she stood in the center of it all—unshaken, untouchable. Akane Tsunemori... That name still lives in the corner of my mind I can’t seem to lock shut. Yet the very name I barely call out loud."
From #Shinkane to #ShizuAka
This is a long post about my journey from shipping Shinkane (for a long time) but decided to move on to ShizuAka.
Yes, we all know Shinya Kogami and Akane Tsunemori do have special bond. Like mental connection with each other. Soulmates as we call it. Connected by the Red String of Fate (as we call in Japanese).
And most of the characters from PP-verse validates and knows this. Such as Masaoka and his son Ginoza for example. But there are quite a lot of evidence that made us all flap our ears whenever our favorite pair Shinya x Akane is concerned.
Some instances are:
PP Season 1:
Everyone says that it's Kou's infamous scream "Akaneee!" that proves Shinkane exists. But I do believe it was when Masaoka and Kogami shared a drink the night he left the PSB that proves Shinkane almost exist (watch EP. 18 again and know for yourself what do I mean!)
Kogami's letter. That's it. We all know it. The fact that he wrote a hand written note for her, not for Shion, not for Ginoza, not even to his mom! We all know that he value her so much.
Okay, alright... that infamous scream when he shouted for his name!
When he smiled when Akane and her team went on to Makishima's location ahead after learning of Kou's plan (thanks to Akane). He gleamed with pride.
When he didn't immediately run to catch Makishima, but instead carry Akane (bridal style) into safety when they were in a corn field. Or Oat field, I forgot. It shows how much he cared for her.
At this point I think everyone pretty much confirmed they shared a special bond.
PP - The Movie (1st)
When Kou first save her from explosion by shielding with his sexy abs 🤭
When Kou suggested her to stay with him for the night when there's clearly more room with the female locals in the Angkor Wat.
Their silent "I-know-you-care-know-I-care" treatment when Akane has to leave upto the point they were captured by Wong.
Kou wasn't surprised when Akane handed him a cigarette like he expects her to have them.
Don't forget to mention about Wong capturing them two together and plan to frame them just them. Only them. Because he sees them as threat. As if they were an item 🙄
PP - SS3
He's mad when Frederica stayed for the night and he don't know why 🤣.
He's proud of Akane's accomplishment after hearing Frede talks about the success of Div 1 as a team.
His regrets for exacting revenge and hesitations to have Tenzing follow his path mirrors Akane's ideals.
His mention of "He still have things to protect in Japan" (pay attention on that one) because in;
PP - Providence
He tries his best to reconnect with Akane but a case gets in their way.
His willingness to throw himself between her legs just to save her from an explosion almost a mile away from them compare to PP movie explosion.
His classic line "I'll follow you, even if you told me not to".
His protective nature all throughout the movie upto Akane's downfall.
His teary eyes while reading Akane's letter.
His promise to take her out of that place.
That Psycho Pass Recap during PPP promotionals which showcases the Shinkane viewpoint.
PP - S3 & FI
He don't have to pay Akane a visit nor to pick her up from jail because she's no longer his inspector! But he did anyway.
He keeps on saying he trust her and believes in her.
He didn't hurt Arata because he knows he is Akane's ward. Yes it is included.
The Merch
Yes am talking about the #KoAka keychain.
The PPP movie poster where Kou and Akane's faces are in the big picture and the rest are inside their heads!
The fan service stuff and clickbaits for all #Shinkane or #Koaka junkies!
The unforgivable hints of any romantic subplots from radio drama, merch, narrative etc.
My point is, all of them are just a setup to garner more viewership because they know Shinkane fandom is a big bunch!
But in the end, they want to tear us down by breaking our hearts with platonic inclinations between Kou and Akane 😭
The Segue:
Yes they created a segue under the guise of Frederica Hanashiro and Shizuka Homura.
We all know that PsychoPass Producers wanted to go down the path of Shonen Jump-esque plot. Which is why they seen #Shinkane fanbase as a threat. Although they don't want to shun the viewership influence of it.
That's why they create this "icings" (Shinkane sweet moment) as we call it to clickbait us! 😭😞
The Lure:
That's why in PPP Sinners of the System 3 and PPP they wanted to showcase Kogami x Frederica (the KouxFrede touching hand scene), the "Hey Akane don't blame Frederica for Saiga's death", to teach us that Kou is shippable with Frederica (a hot blonde).
Why Shinkane is a strong fan fave?
Because Akane is relatable character.
Because Kogami is a hot mess.
Akane a plain looking girl able to get the impression of Kogami a good-looking bad boy and former ace detective.
We all can easily identify with Akane. Us ordinary girls with strong principles are dreaming of a hot dude like Kogami who has ex-militia skills to swoon us over.
How the writers are tearing the #Shinkane/#KoAka fanbase:
Akane did ask (or even beg) Kogami to come back to Japan (from Season 1 especially the Psycho Pass Gekijōban, but he express no desire.
Only when Frederica, a tall-blonde-gorgeous looking half-brit half-japanese woman was able to bring him back.
They have a flirtateous moment in Sinners of the System part 3 novel during their night conversation.
The Kou x Frede indirect kiss through the bottle Scene.
Kou always standing beside Frederica.
Kou still choose to work in SAD with Frederica eventhough he has a chance to go back to PSB in PPP.
Kou's been treating Akane like trash eversince he gets back:
(1) During his famous balcony call when Akane hangs up. He didn't say sorry but instead let his pride dominate him.
(2) He only visited Akane in Season 3 after 2 years (when he rest his back at the door simply because he felt awkward bending to look at the window of Akane's height.
(3) He only picks her up out of guilt after he reads her hand-written letter.
(4) It was Shizuka Homura who negotiated Akane out of jail not Kogami.
(5) Kogami didn't comforted Akane. Only Ginoza did.
(6) Kogami had the chance to go back for Akane but he didn't. He chose to stay with Frede in S.A.D.
(7) Shinkane is one-sided. Only Akane likes him. But Ko?? No. The novels confirm that.
The Future of Shinkane:
From this point forward we can't expect anything much from this ship. Although as fans, we will keep them into our hearts and be as free as clouds to do more fanfictions out of these two characters because we've been rooting them since day 1.
But I think the writers want to us to move on with Kogami x Frederica and Shizuka x Akane.
With that, eventhough I still ship KoAka/Shinkane, I keep the possibilities open should the writers want to push them to other characters.
My Dime:
At this point I truly wish Akane would die in Kogami's arms and he finally realize he too has feelings for her but it's too late (as Saiga foretold), and he gets back to PSB mentoring new characters. Applying both his ideals to never overlook injustice plus also applying Akane's principles to uphold what is right by being just and fair.
That one Shinkane coded song 🤭🫱🏻😁😆
Shizuka: I know when he's been on your mind. That distant look is in your eyes. I thought with time you'd realize. It's over, over...