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[MATGSY]

I've never been able to understand why Ventus and Strelitzia got shipped together so often. Ven killed her, right? Or watched her die and took her place. Sure he regretted it but who wouldn't? I dunno, I've just never been able to understand why the two of them were such a popular pairing.

Wait until you see AerithxSephiroth fanfics. Yes, they exist.

 

[Sonofjafar]

*Kairi Appears*

Strelitzia: why do I hear boss music?

 

[LoneFox]

I've seen more content for StrelVen than any other Strelitzia ship I believe, maybe other then Player/Strelitzia?

I guess that is true, or at least was until the trailer made Sora/Strelitzia a thing. I just don't see it as common, because there is so little fan content about UX characters in general.

Also so I can wrap my head around why they get shipped together, can you explain why you like them?

This is a surprisingly hard question, but I'll try.

I think the most important part is simply, we have the two cutest characters in the series, both without a patrner, so why not put them together? It may also involve a bit of protest against all the nonsensical pairings involving Ven (with Vanitas, Aqua, Terra, or Naminé). Or maybe I was subconsciously detecting a connection? As I said, I now believe that the Master of Masters had a plan for them. It follows from the idea that Sora's existence, or at least his involvement in the story, is a result of someone changing the future (basically, think what changes if there is no Sora). I've been actually trying to debunk this idea, because at first it seemed too good to be true, but I keep finding more evidence that supports it instead.

*Kairi Appears*

Strelitzia: why do I hear boss music?

A lousy boss, because Strelitzia has (at least) three years of experince as a wielder, while Kairi is still basically a rookie.
Or is it so? Strelitzia has been fighting only heartless, while Kairi's experience is mostly sparring with human opponents. Also, Kairi does have access to Sora Form, as we saw in Melody of Memory final bossfight...

 

[KairiTheMang0]

Wait until you see AerithxSephiroth fanfics. Yes, they exist.

Thank you for successfully ruining my day with this information.

I think the most important part is simply, we have the two cutest characters in the series, both without a patrner, so why not put them together? It may also involve a bit of protest against all the nonsensical pairings involving Ven (with Vanitas, Aqua, Terra, or Naminé). Or maybe I was subconsciously detecting a connection? As I said, I now believe that the Master of Masters had a plan for them. It follows from the idea that Sora's existence, or at least his involvement in the story, is a result of someone changing the future (basically, think what changes if there is no Sora). I've been actually trying to debunk this idea, because at first it seemed too good to be true, but I keep finding more evidence that supports it instead.

Honestly, that makes sense. Thanks for explaining as best as you can!

 

[Sonofjafar]

currently trying to bring new layer of disturbing to the kingdom hearts fandom. Someone give me a final fantasy and/or OG character to ship with Kanga from Winnie the Pooh.

 

[KairiTheMang0]

currently trying to bring new layer of disturbing to the kingdom hearts fandom. Someone give me a final fantasy and/or OG character to ship with Kanga from Winnie the Pooh.

Yuffie

 

[Sonofjafar]

Yuffie

i was hoping for a male character but i can work with this.

 

[Clue.Less]

I came across this fic the other day and thought of this thread.

Title: Verum Cor, by animeXalchemist
Rating: T.
Wordcount: 12k
Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/18537682

Summary: "In the world of competitive gaming, a new game has taken the scene by storm: Verum Cor, the world’s first online competitive dating sim. Pro-player Sora has masterfully made it into the finals, but the stakes are high and beating the tough competition will require him to do something drastic. Trying to conquer the Riku route, though? That’s just pure madness."

Review: The set up is hilarious. The author navigated the pure madness of a competitive dating sim concept in a light and funny way. I particularly liked the introduction of the contestants and the characters they choose to romance in the Verum Cor game. The endgame twists were a little too sappy for my taste, but I love how the author plays around with favorite fanfic tropes. I recommend the read for a good laugh and multi-shipping joy.

Excerpt under spoilers in case you want the surprise of who the five finalists and game characters are.

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“So let’s bring ‘em on up! You all know this first cool cat: bring the house down for Vanitas!”

Thunderous applause broke through the arena as the lights came up fully now. The bookies’ favourite strode purposefully into the centre. His diminutive stature was often overlooked because his force of personality was simply so large. With wild and spiky raven locks and curiously amber eyes, Vanitas was a veteran of the dangerous underground dating sim scene. He had been there during The Great Waifu War and lived to tell the tale.

(“A lot of good waifus were lost that day,” Vanitas would say to anyone who would listen, a haunted look in his eyes as he took a long drag on his berry vape. “I’ve seen some shit in my time, kid.”)

Rumours say that he had also been a key instigator of the Husbando Hostilities back in ’05, but there was no solid evidence for this and those who dared to suggest his involvement always ended up mysteriously disappearing into the shadows.

“It’s time to go big or go home; I will crush the competition!” he cackled almost maniacally, raising his hands in the air as he yelled, “I’m going for Larxene!”

On the big monitors above flashed the character in question, piercing eyes smirking at the audience. ‘Larxene: A savage nymph who scoffs at romance,’ the screen proclaimed. Difficulty: ★★★★★

“He’s going for it!” Demyx yelled excitedly, “Nothing but the highest difficulty for this seasoned pro!”

I went through the rest of animeXalchemist's stories and also strongly recommend this perfect Soriku gem:

Title: Work it Out
Rating: T
Word count: 9k
Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/17109668
Summary: Gym AU. Riku is a personal trainer who thinks that aerobics classes are a waste of time. Sora is a Zumba instructor who just might make him reconsider his stance. And Kairi? She just wants the two of them to stop using Sora's Zumba classes as a form of foreplay and get together already.
Review: Zumba instructor is such a perfect job for Sora. The author describes his classes spectacularly well. You can feel the energy of the room. And Riku's awkwardness "dancing next to Kairi channelling Beyoncé" will make your day (or make you die from second-hand embarrassment). A must read, even if you don't ship Soriku, if only for the Kairi/Riku friendship. The Soriku dynamic is entirely about boys being competitive, or rather Riku getting stupidly competitive and prideful over nothing.

 

[Sapphic Sasquatch]

Hello there. The name's Sasquatch or Sas for short, but I just read the entire thread and that was entertaining to say the least lol. Anyways I should probably say that I'm a multishipper and I'm pretty much okay with any ships as long as it's not toxic in-canon, pedophilic, or incestuous. (Incest and selfcest are different imo).

I will list my top 5 ships though, per "category"; het, slash, femslash

Het:
1. RepliNami
2. MarLar
3. VenNami
4. VanNami
5. TerraQua

Slash:
1. AkuSai
2. SoRiku
3. Roxner/Pretzelshipping
4. Xehaqus
5. RikuVani

Femslash:
1. Aquarella
2. KaiXi
3. SelKai
4. NamiXi
5. NamiKai

Anddd I'm hoping that be enough to get this thing more active lol

 

[KairiTheMang0]

Welcome Sas!

Since this thread is pretty dead, and I don’t remember if this has been asked yet, what’s your least favorite KH ship?

 

[Sapphic Sasquatch]

Probably VanVen/SoVani; I'm not a fan of the whole "brothers" thing even if Vanitas is just saying that to be a dick

 

[KairiTheMang0]

Understandable. Venvan are basically brothers, Vanitas calls them brothers and I’d guess Ventus feels the same about that. I don’t see a lot of SoVan, probably for the best though.

 

[Sapphic Sasquatch]

Yeah, that's exactly it. I'm also not the biggest fan of RikuShi/Rion, what with the Riku essentially coercing Xion into ending her life, even if he did give her some time, but something tells me he would've forced her if she decided to say no anyways.

How about you? Any other ships you don't like that much?

 

[KairiTheMang0]

I think that RikuShi could work with time. That’s what fanfic is for. But as they stand now, it’s a big no for me.

As for my my least favorite ships, most vanitas ships. I just can’t see him being good with anyone. Other than with repliku, I love emo soriku

 

[Sapphic Sasquatch]

RikuShi in fanon works for me, I guess. I'm sure that in the next game that Xion is more prominent in, she and Riku are gonna be buddy buddy. At least based on the KH3 ending and even Xion being friendly with Isa, who was really crappy towards her. Which sucks but what can we except from a game that's not exactly known for its pristine writing.

As for Vanitas ships, I'm not sure I can say the same; I've definitely become more fond of VanNami, VaniKai, RikuVani and of course Vanipliku; whether that's with the first Repliku or Replitwo/Dark Riku in the "Real" Organization XIII. Also, it being referred to as "emo SoRiku" is funny to me lmao.

 

[KairiTheMang0]

Man, I hope we get some amount of Xion at some point in the future. For her and Roxas I don’t see them playing a big role any time soon. Which sucks but I feel like that’s where they’re headed.

Ooo RikuVani… I don’t mind that actually

 

[Sapphic Sasquatch]

Yeahh, I'm gonna be honest, as much as I love Roxas and Xion, I feel they should've stayed dead (or gone? They're not dead dead but ykwim). That sounds harsh I know but I feel like they're just gonna be... There. If you know what I mean. It also takes away from the tragedy of their initial "deaths", at least to me. It also doesn't help that Nomura literally admitted to bringing them back just for fan service in an interview some time ago.

But on the note of RikuVani, I just like thinking of them in AUs and "what if" scenarios (like I do with all of my rare ships). I would find it quite interesting that two characters who've been affiliated with the darkness but went down entirely different paths and when they'd interact, it'd be this sort of debate between them. Like Riku goes "Light and darkness go hand-in-hand and can be used simultaneously" and then Vanitas keeps denying even a chance that he could be redeemed in some sort of way.

I also like thinking of scenarios where Sora is gone for good/dead or something like that, so Riku compensates for that by going for Vanitas. Vanitas realizes that and angst ensues, but Riku eventually gains his own genuine feelings for the guy. I can also see a scenario where Vanitas reciprocates that compensation-type action if he were to have feelings for Repliku/Replitwo.

 

[KairiTheMang0]

Yeahh, I'm gonna be honest, as much as I love Roxas and Xion, I feel they should've stayed dead (or gone? They're not dead dead but ykwim). That sounds harsh I know but I feel like they're just gonna be... There. If you know what I mean. It also takes away from the tragedy of their initial "deaths", at least to me. It also doesn't help that Nomura literally admitted to bringing them back just for fan service in an interview some time ago.

As much as I’m happy that they’re alive and happy, I don’t think it would change much if they were still gone. That reunion in kh3 though, it was so good.

But on the note of RikuVani, I just like thinking of them in AUs and "what if" scenarios (like I do with all of my rare ships). I would find it quite interesting that two characters who've been affiliated with the darkness but went down entirely different paths and when they'd interact, it'd be this sort of debate between them. Like Riku goes "Light and darkness go hand-in-hand and can be used simultaneously" and then Vanitas keeps denying even a chance that he could be redeemed in some sort of way.

I love that idea :0!!! If you find it write any fics like that send them to me I’d love to read that. The angst would be so amazing.

 

[Sapphic Sasquatch]

Definitely! I'm currently conjuring up a few AUs in my head and RikuVani is definitely gonna be a thing in at least one of them; especially since Vanitas and Riku are the ones I have considerably less ships for compared to other characters. I definitely wanna work on my angsty writing, I think I still add too much lightheartedness to the fics I attempt adding angst to.

 

[KairiTheMang0]

Relatable we all need some sweet angst in our lives at some point though, and I’d love to read whatever you end up making!