Reader’s Question:
Are there any anime where a childhood friend character with blue hair, who is typically seen as a losing flag, actually wins?
Childhood Friends in Anime: The Blue-Haired Underdogs
So, I was scrolling through some comments the other day, and I stumbled upon a question that really got me thinking.
The reader was curious about anime where a childhood friend with blue hair, typically the one who loses out in the romance game, actually ends up winning. It’s such a specific query, but it made me reflect on some of my favorite shows and characters. One of the names that popped up in the comments was “Kutori” from Shūmatsu Nani Shitemasu ka? Isogashii Desu ka? Sukutte Moratte Ii Desu ka? I mean, what a mouthful of a title, right? But I totally get where the commenter is coming from. Kutori might not be your conventional winner, but she has some moments that really shine. It’s like she’s got this quiet strength that sneaks up on you, and by the end, you can’t help but root for her. This whole idea of childhood friends is such a classic trope in anime. It makes me think back to my own childhood and those friends who, no matter how many times they got overshadowed, always seemed to be there. I remember one time, I showed up way too early to a friend’s birthday party, thinking I’d help set up. Instead, I ended up raiding the snack table before anyone else got there. Talk about embarrassing! But those kinds of little moments, the ones filled with laughter and awkwardness, really shape those friendships, don’t they?
Unexpected Wins and Heartfelt Moments
It’s funny how in shows like these, the blue-haired childhood friend often gets labeled as the “losing flag.” But then, there are those surprising twists that make everything feel fresh. I remember watching Toradora! and just being on the edge of my seat, hoping for Taiga and Ryuuji. But then there’s that bittersweet feeling when you realize how much those childhood bonds can mean, even if they don’t end up in a romantic relationship. And honestly, who doesn’t love a good plot twist where the underdog comes out on top? It’s heartwarming and gives us that little spark of hope that maybe, just maybe, friendships can evolve into something more. Like one of those moments where you realize that your childhood friend has been there all along, cheering you on, and maybe you just hadn’t noticed. So, I’d love to hear from you all! What are some of your favorite anime that feature those blue-haired childhood friends who somehow manage to win against the odds? Do you have any memories or moments from your own life that resonate with this theme? Let’s chat in the comments!
