Mikasa and Jean’s relationship appreciation thread. PART 1
Disclaimer: This is a piece of lost media. It was originally a thread posted by the Twitter account @JeankasaThreads in 2024, but it was later taken down. I am reposting it here with the writers’ permission for the purpose of keeping the content accessible.
At the time, the thread was created to bring clarity to the idea of Jean being Mikasa’s husband, using both the manga and the anime as evidence. It also aimed to raise awareness about problematic discussions within the fandom, particularly misogynistic narratives surrounding topics such as virginity.
Additionally, the thread encouraged readers to donate to organizations supporting Palestinians and sought to promote healthier, more respectful discussions within the fandom.
With the recent news confirming JEANKASA as canon once again, we are trying to revive and preserve this content.
PART 1: https://www.tumblr.com/luigitaa/806751463841923072/mikasa-and-jeans-relationship-appreciation?source=share
PART 2: https://www.tumblr.com/luigitaa/806751482761379840/mikasa-and-jeans-relationship-appreciation?source=share
PART 3: https://www.tumblr.com/luigitaa/806751501660848128/mikasa-and-jeans-relationship-appreciation?source=share
Mikasa and Jean’s relationship appreciation thread. A bond founded on complicity, respect and comradeship.
Long before meeting Mikasa, Jean drew a picture of his "dream girl," who looked exactly like her. When Jean first sees Mikasa, he compliments her hair, develops a crush and his jealousy of Eren starts.
2. They were only 12 years old at this time, and Mikasa is not disgusted by his approach, she just says “thanks”. I'd like to note that, in AoT, this is the only introduction between 2 characters that has a romantic setting, subtly leading the audience to associate them in that way.
3. Both Jean and Mikasa start with selfish motivations. Jean craves comfort due to his cowardice, while Mikasa is consumed with protecting only her loved ones, displaying a nihilistic view of the world. Over time, they both evolve, becoming more selfless and mature.
4-Jean's attitude towards Mikasa and Eren evolves significantly after he joins the Scouts, especially after Marco dies. He transitions from a reactive, childish teenager to someone who approaches the situation with maturity, accepting that Mikasa doesn't see him the same way.
In fact, Mikasa not returning his feelings is beneficial for Jean's development. As a spoiled kid who prefers an easy life, Jean's character improves through his adversities and frustrations, helping him understand that you can't always get what you want.
5- On the other hand, Mikasa tends to hold tightly to her convictions, even when they’re shaped by emotion. She’s often caught up in her own world, struggles to see things clearly, and doesn’t fully consider the consequences of her actions.
For example in these 2 scenarios, she misreads what Eren is thinking. She thinks he’s worried about being separated from her, when in reality he’s just thinking about excelling as a soldier.
6-Or when Eren was eaten, she wasn't able to accept reality at first and acted out of impulse without thinking about other people's safety.
7- We see her craving that special connection. She sees this couple protecting each other and wants that for her and Eren.
8- Meanwhile, when Jean feels like he's lost everything, he thinks of Mikasa and regrets never expressing his feelings for her.
9-Shortly after that, he jumps right behind her despite questioning the way she handled the situation.
9. Btw, it's heartbreaking to see that Jean lost hope and gave up on his life when he found out she might have been dead.
10- As we said, it's interesting how the romantic aspect of their dynamic is set up at the beginning of the story. Moreover, the Trost arc was published in manga before the training chapters.
11-Besides their different perspectives and jealousy, part of Jean's rivalry with Eren stems from the fact that Jean believes Eren constantly puts Mikasa (and others) in danger.
continue on part 2
PART 2: https://www.tumblr.com/luigitaa/806751482761379840/mikasa-and-jeans-relationship-appreciation?source=share
PART 3: https://www.tumblr.com/luigitaa/806751501660848128/mikasa-and-jeans-relationship-appreciation?source=share
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