Sasuke felt…off balance with Kourubi. He wasn’t sure what it was about her, but she seemed to always be able to make her way around the walls he’d put up. Where others (Naruto, Sakura, all the girls who tried to get his attention) just seemed to run face first into them, Kourubi bounded over them or danced around them like they were nothing. It was…almost unnerving. Or it would be if she wasn’t so damn pleasant to him.
Seriously, he’d seen her tear people to shreds, almost literally, but she was exceedingly gentle with him. It wasn’t that she walked on egg shells around him or treated him like he was a child (at least not in a super obvious, condescending way). She was just…soft. Soft touches, soft smiles, soft voices singing soft songs. How a shinobi could be like that, he had no idea.
He watched her mother train her, wooden training swords flying. She moved in a way he was sure he’d never be able to imitate, even with the Sharingan giving him a leg up. She danced around her mother, barely able to keep from getting hit.
And then she tripped over her own two feet and fell on her ass.
Sasuke didn’t even bother to hide his snort of amusement.
“Holy shit!” He blinked and suddenly she was up in his face, surprise and excitement showing in equal measure in her eyes. “Have I entered an alternate universe, or did you really just crack a smile for me?”
“What? No! I have no idea what you’re talking about!” Sasuke turned away forcefully, crossing his arms and pouting totally not pouting, shut up.
“I think you did~” She pulled back, flashing him a smile of her own. “I like your smile.”
While objectively I would say Wash is the best male character, and I do like him a lot, my favorite has always been Caboose. He’s a sweetie who just wants to be a good friend and SAME, honestly. (Though Caboose does have more of a dark side than me, for sure. XD)
Favorite Female Character
Carolina. No question. She has such good development that is a joy to watch. She’s fully-integrated into the rainbow of bickering that is the Reds and Blues, and it’s hilarious. Also she is a RED – no one can convince me otherwise. (Aqua/Blue armor is non-issue, she has red hair.)
Least Favorite Character
Wyoming, probably. Not because he’s the worst of the Freelancers but mainly because he’s the most… underdeveloped, I guess. Probably because he was mainly a presence in Blood Gulch (when things were simpler). There’s hints that there’s more to him, but they’re not really explored.
Even Connie and South, who had less screen time as him, had the advantage of Connie’s dilemma being more engaging and South’s plunge down the moral slippery slope being more shocking.
Favorite Ship
Yorkalina in terms of a canon ship, even if it never got the chance to properly sail. I’ve always low-keyed shipped Donut and Doc (Docnut), and I’ve recently fallen down the rabbit-hole into Wash/Tucker/Kai (aka Suckington.)
Which is not to say that I don’t like Chex or some of the other ships. The above three are just my favorites.
Favorite Friendship
Wash and Caboose, mainly. Their dynamic is a source joy to me in the show. Caboose dragged Wash into a redemption arc before Wash knew what was happening. And while it’s never been stated, I’m pretty sure Caboose sees Wash as Wash 24/7 now, and not a Church replacement like he did at first. And that speaks to how strong their friendship is.
Funny thing is, I’d already liked it a lot, but it wasn’t my favorite friendship until I read this really amazing fic called “the word” by eggstasy, which is probably the best Caboose fic ever. of all time.
It had this line: “When Michael tells Agent Washington what Doctor Emily said to him, Agent Washington puts his arm around him very, very awkwardly and calls him ‘buddy’ a lot. Michael loves Agent Washington so much. Michael doesn’t think Agent Washington has too much emotional fortitude, but he makes up for it by trying so very, very hard.”
It got me. It got me good.
Favorite Quote
It’s… it’s a tie. Not surprising considering how quotable the series is.
The many instances and echoes of, paraphrasing here, “You just have to try.” It’s a really good motivational phrase for me.
“But you know, I think the very best thing about friends—well, the thing most people forget about, anyways—is that no matter how many friends you do lose, you can always make more. And… that’s pretty neat.” –Caboose.
Worst Character Death (if any)
Tie between York and Doyle.
York because rewatching the series with the knowledge of who he is and what he’s been through make it a total gut punch, and Delta’s not helping with his undying loyalty shattering my heart.
Doyle because gosh damn was it handled well. Then the freaking foreshadowing it had on the S13 finale.
This made me so happy you have no idea Moment
Gosh there’s so many but if I had to limit it, the most I could limit it to is three.
“I never thought I’d be so happy to see you idiots again.” Carolina returns to the rainbow of bickering and proves that yep, they grew on her too, just as Wash said they would.
“Don’t scare Caboose, Sarge!” This is slightly-spoilery for S15 but I can’t not include it. Tucker and Caboose could not stand each other in Blood Gulch, but I really like how their friendship has developed. They still annoy the heck out of each other, but every time there’s a moment where their friendship gets noted, it makes me smile.
“(Dr. Emily Grey singing opera while torturing a space pirate).” “Sarge, I’m scared.” “We’re all scared, Simmons… Except for me.” That entire moment was glorious. It was the first scene from RvB that I ever saw (thanks Kim and gosh you were right I adore her).
Saddest Moment
How on earth would I limit this one? So many feels in this comedy series. The ones that come to mind are….
“Maybe I should shut down… save a little power…” – Sheila. I’m still not over my mom!friend tank.
“I would’ve told her…that I understand why she did what she did. I just wish she hadn’t…I wish she could’ve learned to let things go. I guess I should too.” – York. Just… how defeated and wistful he sounds gets to me.
“All I wanna do is stand around and talk to my friend. But he’s gone now and all I have is you!” –Tucker, to Wash. True, it was followed by them reconciling but that was brutal for both of them (Tucker to admit, and Wash to hear).
Favorite Location
Gosh. That’s a hard one. But… I’m gonna go with Valhalla. Part of me wants the Reds and Blues to get back to Blood Gulch, but let’s face it, Blood Gulch is kind of a dump? Not a lot of water, supplies, or things to do (despite their shenanigans). Valhalla on the other hand has two bases, an underground simulation room, plenty of water, and nice scenery. So if they picked up Kai and Junior and all moved to Valhalla, I’d be ecstatic. Also, can you imagine the raves Kai would throw in the simulation room?
22 “It’s not heavy. I’m stronger than I look.” w/ Mai and Kourubi pls and thank
Kourubi never thought she’d be moving in with Mai of all people, but if she was honest, it didn’t really surprise her either. They got along like a house on fire, especially when it came to giving Ryou shit. And, to be fair, he gave it back in equal measure, so it was fine.
Kourubi turned at the sound of her door opening to see Mai carrying a huge stack of her boxes. “Ah, you didn’t have to do that! I could have gotten it. Do you need help?”
“Nah, it’s alright,” Mai said with a brilliant smile. “It’s not heavy. I’m stronger than I look.”
Kourubi decided to ignore the way that made her heart jump…for now.
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