Okay, let’s talk about something maybe a little… unexpected.
Something that might get me some side-eye.
Something involving that age-old question: older siblings, am I right?
The Perennial Question: Why Older Siblings?
We've all been there. Stuck with older siblings, whether we wanted them or not.
They’re bossy, they’re annoying, and they always seem to know better (even when they definitely don’t!).
But... (and this is a big BUT)... there’s something undeniably alluring about them, isn’t there?
The Allure of Experience (or Perceived Experience)
It's that whole "been there, done that" vibe.
They’ve navigated awkward school dances, survived family road trips, and maybe even had their first heartbreak. This is perceived wisdom!
They hold a certain mysterious charm by virtue of already having experienced everything we can only dream of!
The Comfort Factor (Maybe?)
Yes, they might steal your clothes and eat your snacks.
But underneath all that sibling rivalry, there's often a strange sense of comfort. Or at least that's what I keep telling myself.
They're family. The devil you know, basically.
Enter: Minami O Nee San Datte H Shitai (Hypothetically, Of Course!)
Let's imagine for a second...a big sister character. A strong and protective character.
She could be the one to rely on.
That is, we can hypothetically imagine.
The Appeal of the "Onee-san" Trope
Why are these kinds of characters always so popular?
Is it the wisdom? The maturity? The fact that they probably know how to parallel park?
I suspect it's a mix of all of the above, plus that underlying sense of forbidden fruit. Which is a trope of course.
Breaking Down the Sibling Barrier (In Our Imaginations)
Think about it: a close bond. An unbreakable connection. A shared history.
These are all things that could, theoretically, make for a super intense and complex relationship.
But again, we're strictly talking hypothetically, for entertainment purposes only. Obviously!
I mean, who would actually entertain such thoughts? Definitely not me.
Let's Be Real for a Second
Okay, okay, enough with the games.
The truth is, we all have weird crushes sometimes.
And there’s nothing wrong with admitting that certain character archetypes push our buttons, even if they're a little... out there.
Embrace the Weirdness
So, the next time you find yourself strangely drawn to that older sister character in your favorite show, don't fight it!
Instead, embrace the weirdness.
Maybe even write some fan fiction. But keep it to yourself, please!
Just Kidding (Mostly)
Look, I'm not saying you should actually act on any of these feelings.
And I'm definitely not advocating for anything illegal or unethical.
I'm just saying that sometimes, it's fun to explore the more… unconventional corners of our minds. Right?
