BCC Round 3 Special Valentine's Preview ~ Nalu vs. Ichihime (featuring new collaboration w/MIKandIK3)

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It's been quite some time since Fight Night posts have been around, hasn't it? Over a month ago, BCC 2 was up ~ pitting the world of Videogames & Anime together. However, starting in March 2015, BCC will return. However, to tip off Valentine's Day, new collaborator & good friend MIKandIK3 will be pitting the best known couples of Bleach & Fairy Tail ~ Ichihime (Ichigo & Orihime) vs. Nalu (Natsu & Lucy). It's no coincidence that these two Anime(s) are full of very VERY sexy women. In March, MIK & Stillmattic will be pitting 11 FT & Bleach chicks together to bring you ~ BCC Round 3 (BVFT). Since it's MIK's first time, take it easy on him ladies and gentlemen. So without further ado, let's get this show on the road. For this Valentine's post, I will be giving the verdict. Deciding factors, as always, include Storyline, Personality, & Appeal. 

Storyline (Nalu)

The story how these two met was in the very beginning of the series. Our main heroin Lucy Hreatfilia and Natsu Dragnell, along with his companion Happy, meet and after some taking down the evil wizard Bora, using awesome magic and burning down half the town. Natsu then invites Lucy to join her dream wizard gild “Fariy Tail.” As the story progresses Lucy joins Natsu, Gray and Erza on many exciting adventures with many heartwarming developments. Though the two are great friends and trust one another, they are not technically a couple in the actual story. Not once in the over 400 chapters in the Manga dose Natsu show any interest in Lucy. He seems to exploit Lucy’s sex appeal rather than be attracted to it. However, there is one chapter that Natsu dose ask Lucy to come meet him by the big tree at night, and what’s more he tells her, “It’s important that it’s her.” Lucy getting confused ends up actual thing and fantasizing about Natsu! When she finally arrives she finds that Natsu only wanted her to come for her to call her celestial spirit Virgo to help dig for buried treasure under the tree. It ends with Lucy socking him and running away saying “I’m such a fool!” That’s the closest they have come to actually being a couple. Though they may not have a bond that the two share love for one another. Natsu and Lucy have a bond of friendship and trust in each other as partners. 

Story (Ichihime)

When first introduced to these characters, it was pretty clear the direction of where'll their friendship will go. These two lovebirds attend the same High School, but both are polar opposites in every way. Ichigo often gets himself involved as a target for thugs and the lowlife whereas Orihime is weird, eccentric, and often considered naive. However, Ichigo's meeting with Rukia soon would change the course of their time together. What initially started off as classmates soon turned into teammates ~ Orihime herself garnered powers due to Ichigo's profound influence on his friends & family. It wouldn't be long before Team Ichigo (Ichigo, Orihime, Uryu, & Chad) would go toe-to-toe against the strongest of villains ~ Aizen Sousuke, Jin Kariya (Filler), & the main antagonist, Yhwach. Orihime's growth as a character stems from her maturity in dealing with the supernatural whereas Ichigo already has a feel of the supernatural due to his unknown knowledge of his parents' backstories. It wouldn't be long before Orihime herself develops romantic feelings for Ichigo ~ seeing him in trouble, fighting for everyone he cares for, and risking his own life if necessary ~ all these attributed to Orihime's grown attachment to Ichigo. As the story progresses unfortunately, no developments of the two have been noted. Throughout the Hueco Mundo/Fake Karakura Town Arc, Ichigo did everything in his power to save Orihime, but no hint of feelings were noticed. In the 4th Bleach movie, we see Orihime embrace Ichigo from behind; Ichigo understands that the mantle of responsibility he has to endure doesn't always have to be burdened alone. That "hug" moment is what got me thinking ~ These two need each other and despite one showing affection towards the other, they are inseparable as friends, allies, & protectors. 

Personalities (Nalu)

Natsu Dragneel is carefree and reckless in nature, and, despite his consistent brawls with the other members of Fairy Tail, he is a fiercely loyal and protective friend. He is willing to go down fighting for his friends, regardless of how futile it might seem. Natsu has a straightforward mind, and often tackles issues with a "hands on" approach. His solution to problems often involve violence. Even when disrespected or faced with obvious hostility, Natsu rarely ever reciprocates the feelings, and often forgoes grudge-holding. 

Lucy takes exceptional pride in her appearance and is very confident in her sex appeal, often exuding a certain amount of vanity. Despite this superficial attitude, she is a clever, kind, and genuinely caring person. Lucy is passionate for literature and is in the process of writing her own novel about her adventures with Fairy Tail although she does not like telling anyone about it. Aside from her interest in writing and reading prose, she also likes shopping, cooking and assertive men.

Personalities (Ichihime)

Much like I explicated in the Story aspect of Ichihime, these two couldn't be any different. Ichigo was often targeted by thugs and lowlifes, but he was able to manage on his own because of his enhanced strength, agility, and durability. His orange hair alone was seen as a prejudice amongst everyone because Ichigo was always being harassed or attacked because of the color of his hair. That didn't stop Ichigo from kicking @SS & taking names of course. Orihime on the other hand, like I said, is weird, eccentric, and naive. She's a klutz, humorous, friendly, and kind. These are the aspects that define Orihime, but after her time with Ichigo ~ she matured. She grew stronger, grew more courageous, more hopeful, and is able to read emotions as if it were drawn on their faces. Orihime's maturity and independence are what make her such a interesting character ~ she's going outside of her norm and adapted to the changes happening around her so easily. Ichigo already has a feel of the supernatural, but, much like Orihime, he too matured ~ creating a web of strength in order to protect those he cares for. In the end, their personalities are much like the water ~ pure, divine, and rich in nature. 

Appeal (Nalu)

Though Natsu and Lucy aren’t an official couple, the fans have took the initiative and created, (as Still Mattic calls it), NaLu. I understand why, the rough and tough hero and the incredibly sexy heroin getting together is what most people like to see. Though Natsu can act like an immature child at times he has good points too. He has a deep love for the guild and all its members that he accepts and his family. Lucy the blond lovely goddess that has such and radiant smile and a sexy body that men admire, and heart that is big enough to hold love for everyone in Fairy Tail. 

Appeal (Ichihime)

Ichigo's a Hunk, isn't he? I mean his bulging muscles should be a hint that fighting various enemies will give guys six-packs. And Orihime got BIG BEEWBZ! Holy Crap they big jiggling when she jumping and carrying watermelons. Ichigo is lucky that such a hot cutie with bulging assets has a thing for him. I mean, I adore Ichihime being together not just because of their looks, but because of their time spent together defined who they are and has made them stronger. Although not an official couple, Ichihime often is speculated as being the #1 couple of Bleach. I know people are going for Ichiruki, but hey ~ more power to them. To me, this is my favorite Bleach couple & is up there on my Top 10 Favorite Anime Couples. Damn Ichigo, make a move on Orihime. Her jiggly puffs are just waiting to be jiggled. 

Verdict (By Stillmattic)

And the winner is…

This was a very tough decision to make considering I'm a HUGE fan of both these couples. NaLu seems to be the pivotal Fairy Tail Fan-couple much like Ichihime in Bleach, However, boiling it down to "Whose the better couple?" and "What makes them a powerhouse?" ~ I had to go with NaLu. For one, NaLu has been more built up and hyped than Ichihime in Bleach. Lucy's attachment to Natsu not only stems from having been a part of Fairy Tail, but their teamwork has made them a lot more closer. In comparison to FT, Orihime's attachment stems from Ichigo's courageous acts as a Shinigami, but have you ever noticed that their teamwork is very different to NaLu? Hear me out on this one ~ NaLu's teamwork is equal ~ both have powers and have hair their fair share of battles & helping out one another. Ichihime on the other hand is ~ Ichigo is the brawns & Orihime is the emotional support. I wished Orihime's role was utilized more because, like I've said many MANY times, Orihime has been sidelined. You would never EVER see that with NaLu ~ both are equally important because we grew up with them. Their time together made them stronger because of their adventures whereas with Ichigo & Orihime, Orihime grew attached because Ichigo saved her (Damsel in Distress Cliche). Lucy can be seen as a damsel, but she was able to manage her own in combat. With Orihime, nope. Orihime may have God-like abilities, but she always had to rely on somebody else to help save her in the end. Ichigo & Natsu are equally powerful in their own right, but at the end of the day ~ NaLU has more gravitas to the Fairy Tail storyline than Ichihime does in Bleach. 

So who do you think is the better couple? NaLu from Fairy Tail or Ichihime from Bleach? Comment below and let us know. Thank you so much for reading BCC Round 3 ~ Bleach vs. Fairy Special Preview featuring new collaborator MIKandIK3. BCC Round 3 will officially start sometime in March and will run for 11 battles. Until then, you all stay classy & Happy Valentine's Day to everyone and anyone. Stay classy!