Happy SenRu Day! 7.11.7
Today. Today is the day that we commemorate the day of the ever adorable pairing: SENRU! I shall be hooking up a lot of SenRu stuff this day~ I will also post "The Reason Why SenRu Rules over RuHana" and I'll be reading a lot of fics and making a lot of signtures and all SenRu-related stuff~
Oh, how adorable SenRu is. SenRu is the best ever~~
SenRu FOREVER!!
WHY SENRU RULES OVER RUHANA
compiled by Dodah-chan & Cha-che
1. The best lovers come from friends!
No one else has the potential to be best friends (and perfect lovers), but Sendoh & Rukawa! Towards the end of the series, they were already on the path of friendship. No imaginary hints and no loose ends.
2. Most lovers who are meant to be, look alike.
Most lovers DO look alike! Of course this is not meant to be taken too literally. But among all the characters in Slam Dunk, Sendoh & Rukawa have the most romantic semblance. It’s a proven fact that people are usually attracted to people that somewhat look like them. Isn’t it simply romantic that they have the same hair color, eye color, complexion and stunningly handsome features?
3. They think alike.
This is a remarkable aspect of the canon series that I love! These two rivals are not only similar in appearance but also in their ideals and way of thinking. They read each other’s moves, and think similarly in terms of game strategy, which is why they are perfect rivals too.
4. Their abilities are equal.
This is important because it means that no one will feel inferior to the other, and a balanced “give and take” relationship can be achieved. Growth and advancement can happen together, without leaving one behind and waiting till the other catches up. (The common source of conflict for most stereotypical couples regardless of gender.)
5. They respect and admire each other.
Sendoh was truly impressed by Rukawa and readily embraced him as a rival. He did not only offer Rukawa a handshake, but a friendship. While Rukawa, already has a high regard for his teammates and mentors, but he did not only respect Sendoh, he “admired” him as a better player.
6. They are more than rivals.
Most rivals in the series just come to terms on a strict “skills vs. skills” basis. With Sendoh & Rukawa, it’s more than that… When they’re playing against each other, everyone feels the “intense chemistry” (and to some- “sexual tension”). This “chemistry” makes them very “personal” rivals in & out of the court, and sets them apart from normal rivals. Normal rivals don't interact as intimately as Sendoh & Rukawa do.
7. It’s destined.
Sure, even Sakuragi & Rukawa were fated to meet each other, but it wasn’t exactly a romantic rendezvous was it? It was more of a tragic accident… They were “destined” to be adversaries. Now, even before Rukawa met Sendoh, he was already being dubbed the “Rookie Sensation” or— “The Sendoh” of this year. Talk about fate! They think of “Sendoh”, and Rukawa instantly comes to mind and vice versa; they have become synonymous to each other! Isn’t that sweet? They say Rukawa mirrored Sendoh when he was a freshman, and every coach’s dream was that they play together as a team. Every element in the series was pre-conceived so that they would meet at that perfect time and place! There were no bad beginnings and no bad blood between them. Naturally after their initial tryst, their rivalry became a bond that inevitably brings them together and naturally buds into strong friendship. That’s a match made in heaven!
8. It comes naturally.
SenRu is probably the most intrinsic yaoi couple in Slam Dunk. Just having them side by side looks and feels right. Moreover, they can be together and interact romantically, without altering their personalities or straining the imagination. Because of this natural harmony, there isn’t much you need to change to begin with.
9. SenRu is inspiring.
Yaoi is generally tragic and plotless, but SenRu is one of the rare couples that defy the norm. They’re a feel-good couple who, by design, don’t have unreasonable inner conflict or impossible angst in their roots. It is love in it’s truest, most unadulterated form. That is why SenRu generally brings out the best in a person. Every true blue SenRu work of art says it all, it's always bursting with love and beauty!
10. They’re both single & available!
They are both young handsome bachelors, uncommitted to any sort of romantic relationship. And they aren’t hung up on any high school crushes…
11. They both look young.
It’s better for shounen-ai couples to look relatively youthful. It’s awkward to have one looking young and the other looking too old… We don’t want to border into shota-kon now do we? Hehe…
12. P-Rhythm!
Even in the doujinshi world SenRu rules! There are lots of brilliant doujinshikas exclusive to the SenRu fandom! Southern Cross Tokyo, Lips, Spice, Shinowasapporo, Ogiharako, Kowara Shiomi, SR Propaganda, Edosige, the great Minami Ozaki and more! (And— *cough, cough* yours truly will be joining the list soon!) But of course nothing beats Prin-Sensei’s “Deep Purple” and Rio & Misanthrope’s “Anamorphosis”! No other doujinshi comes this close to shounen-ai perfection!
13. SenRu love is strong.
SenRu-phobics themselves can attest to this. They probably aren’t aware of the real reason the SenRu fandom is such a grave threat to them. I think it’s because its potential for true love is the strongest. If not, why else would they be so scared and repulsed by something so utterly perfect?
14. They’re on the same level.
They have a higher chance of becoming lovers because their similarities transcend skill and appearance. They also have the same, if not complimenting levels of intelligence, maturity and upbringing. This is vital for any relationship to work!
15. SenRu are Yin & Yang.
Some fans think Rukawa & Sakuragi are Yin and Yang, but I beg to disagree. If something fits, it shouldn’t repel, right? The only thing balanced about these two is that Sakuragi’s flaws are inversely proportional to Rukawa’s perfections! Haha! Plus their only common ground (e,i. their unrelenting natures) is the very cause of their clashing! Therefore, these two as “lovers” is clearly a defective idea. Now, let’s illustrate why SenRu is perfect, shall we? When put together, Sendoh and Rukawa are two sides of the same coin. Nut and bolt; milk & honey; prince & princess, jersey and bash! Thus, their “differences” serve to compliment each other’s strengths and weaknesses, so they can harmonize in the same dreams, values and ideals, paving the way for growth and a long-lasting well-balanced relationship. See any of that potential in RuHana? All I see in it is a path of inevitable catastrophe…
16. They’re soul mates.
This is more “felt” than rationalized. The way they look at each other, the way they talk and interact… It’s a deep-seated mutual understanding, as though they’ve known each other all their lives! As though they were lovers in their past lives and the lives before that, and— Oh just look at them! (Prin! *gasp* Prin!!!!)
17. They bring out the best in each other.
Sendoh & Rukawa accept each other for who they are. No pretense, no prejudice. This brings to mind one of my favorite quotes: “I like you not only for what you are, but for who I am when I’m with you.” Isn’t it lovely? And Rayne’s words translate this perfectly: “With Sendoh, Rukawa can smile… and with Rukawa, Sendoh can stop smiling…”. Rukawa smiled only once in the manga, and it was because of Sendoh! Beat that! Mwahahah! Note: Rayne is a one of the many talented writers inspired by SenRu. Her best SenRu fic is archived here!
18. SenRu is kawaii kinda cute! (RuHana is kowai kinda cute)
Sendoh and Rukawa look so damn kawaii together that you’d just want to die! They’re “fluffy kittens and bunnies” kinda cute; or baby “fox and hedgehog” kinda cute… Etou, some insist that RuHana is cute. Okay, I'll say they're a “Barney” or “Tele-Tubbies” kinda cute… *shudders* Kowai…!
19. They enjoy each other's company.
Sendoh & Rukawa don’t make each other miserable! They are happy when they are together! Rukawa never looks for anyone else’s company, and Sendoh never looks happier than when he’s playing with Rukawa! *smug*
20. Sendoh & Rukawa simply sizzle together!
This is a very fitting quote from our one & only Queen Yokuzuna. The idea of SenRu making out is just so darn sexy!!! *drooooolz* Two very smart, young, energetic and utterly beautiful boys… Think of all the interesting kinky things they can do together! *nosebleed* Ahhh! Endless hentai possibilities!!! Note: Delirious Diggler & Queen Yokuzuna are two of the most renowned hentai-goddesses of SenRu lemon fame! Their yummy fics are a must-read! They definitely bring out the “sexy” in SenRu!
21. Sendoh is the perfect seme…
Akira outclasses all of Rukawa’s potential yaoi partners in terms of skill, charm, sex appeal and physique! He’s also taller than Rukawa (as someone had pointed out before) and he’s ideally just a year older, which are ideal “seme-factors”. Anyhow, the foxy-boy will only set eyes on someone as perfect as he is, and willingly submit himself completely to a person he could look up to! For RuSen-lovers like me: Rukawa could only desire to make love to such an endearing little porcupine! *squeeeaaaals and chases porcupine*
22. Rukawa is the perfect uke…
Rukawa Kaede is beautiful, innocent & perfect. Unlike conventional “uke-types”, he’s strong & feisty! It’s no wonder that only he can disarm the complicated Sendoh Akira. He stole the porcupine’s attention, got him to unveil his real self, and left him wanting seconds and thirds and heaps more! Sendoh’s keen nature and intellect would only permit that he fall for another guy who is incomparable in every way to any man or woman!
23. They are both bishounens.
Rukawa & Sendoh are two of the most “too-beautiful-to-be-true” bishies in Slam Dunk, and well… Sakuragi doesn’t exactly make it to that list… Okay now others will definitely argue that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so how about if we use a level basis for this? Let’s have the Slam Dunk world as our point of reference… Notice that only a handful of boys were shown to have tons of squealing female (and male) admirers, and they are (according to the most number of fans): Rukawa, Sendoh, Fujima, (these three even have prominent female admirers and only they have bishounen eyelashes) followed by: Mitsui, Hanagata and Maki. Only Hanamichi has been rejected by “every girl” he’s wooed, is feared by girls in general and despised by all of the Rukawa’s Fan Club. Miyagi may have been rejected too but it’s only because girls know he’s in love with Ayako, and the girl in question has undoubtedly shown signs of liking Miyagi back. With Haruko however, the odds of her falling for Sakuragi are bleak because she is very much in love with Rukawa. She’s even shown more interest in Yohei! This shows that in the Slam Dunk world, Sakuragi is clearly number one on the list of “Most Unsought After”, and he wouldn’t be in that ranking if he was officially a bishounen, hehe.
24. SenRu hints are REAL.
Watch the series, read the manga and you’ll find that SenRu hints are not figments of a delusional over-active imagination. They are purposeful and not mere coincidence. They’re genuine signs of a high-level friendship in the works! Takehiko Inoue himself had intended it. Also, because their passion for basketball is something innate and intimate, their interactions are not just childish, reckless, aggravating and petty… unlike others.
25. Their names sound good together.
Hehe, okay now this- is the ultimate test if lovers are meant to be! Their names have to sound good! See how “Sendoh Akira” & “Rukawa Kaede” sound nice no matter what the combination: Their conjugated yaoi name “SenRu” has a lovely ring to it don’t you think? So does “RuSen” or “AkiraKaede” and “KaedeAkira”; Even just side by side: Sendoh & Rukawa or Akira & Kaede sounds, looks and feels right. Of course when married it’ll be: Rukawa Akira & Sendoh Kaede. *dreamy sigh* A yaoi-couple made in heaven! Someone also pointed out before, that their names have exactly the same number of syllables & ideograms! How cute! Now… we go to Rukawa & Sakuragi. “RuHana” sounds more like a fighting technique or a jinx incantation… But I think it shouldn’t be “Hana” cos Hana is Hanagata’s last name! (Hanagata: *nods in agreement*) It should be: “RuSaku” or “SakuRu”. Haha, that sounds even more “unromantic”! On with the test: “HanaKae” or “KaeHana”…sounds like a alien… How bout “Sakuragi Kaede” & “Rukawa Hanamichi”? Err… that doesn’t roll off the tongue smoothly at all, it doesn’t bring to mind a very pretty image either… Okay, how ‘bout “SenSaku” or “SakuSen” hehe… or maybe “Sendoh Hanamichi” or “Sakuragi Akira”! Hahaha! Sakuragi’s name doesn’t sound pretty no matter where you put it!
26. Grooming habits.
One of the best, most undisputed reasons why Rukawa prefers Sendoh over Sakuragi is— *drum roll* Sendoh smells good! *applause* As for the competition… well, doesn’t wash his jersey, admits he has body odor and doesn’t wear socks! Pheeyeww! Disclaimer: This information is factual and based on the series. (Everyone knows that Sakuragi doesn't wear socks)(SD Movie 1: Sakuragi admitted that he smells cos he hasn't washed his jersey since the last time he wore it! Pheeyew~!!!)
27. Because… RuSaku is a stupid fantasy.
Get this: In the RuSaku pairing, Sakuragi is the UKE??! What the *bleep*?!! Since when did the heavens bestow Sakuragi with any desirable, innocent & gentle uke-like qualities? Reality check! Sakuragi? A helpless, desirable, lovable and pretty little uke? You must be a gorilla-tamer to think this guy is anywhere near “uke-ish”! Would any seme in their right mind want to subdue this guy?!
28. They chose each other.
So many instances. Check out Hints.
29. No reason.
Because there’s no reason for hating SenRuSen, because there’s no reason why they shouldn’t be together, and because RuSaku fans don’t have their own: “Why RuSaku Rules Over SenRu”. Bwaha!
30. Just because.
It’s plain and simple: Sendoh & Rukawa deserve and belong to each other. Just because.
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Fair Enough?? XD
Now, It's time to make a SenRu Shrine!
taken from TrublueHQ
Too Bad I couldn't post any Images! I'm not allowed to~ since Prin-Sensei forbid it :(
Oooh! I MUST GET A COPY OF DEEP PURPLE!
