goddessoflove
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4 it was not in2 my ear u whsperd,but my heart. it was not my lips u kissed, but my soul. Zutara
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Post by goddessoflove on Jun 13, 2006 21:51:26 GMT -5
Ok, lets get this war on the road people!!! Now, the reason i like the[glow=red,2,300][/glow] Taang pairing ([glow=red,2,300]Toph plus Aang)[/glow] is b/c i8f they get together, then Katara can get with Zuko!!! That and they'd just be so cute together! I mean it's perfect they're both the same age, and their personalitys together are entertaining. Plus, i like the idea of opposite elements being together. it kinda adds a little spice to the relationship, don't you think?
Oh, and you don't have to be a Zutara shipper for this. i just thought it would be cute, and i sincerly love the pairing. please forgive me if Taang isn't what the pairing is called.
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Alleluia
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Post by Alleluia on Jun 14, 2006 1:43:51 GMT -5
I prefer Tophaang (what I call it, anyway) to Kataang for a few reasons.
My first reason is also one of the reasons I like Zutara so much. I like the idea of opposite elements coming together.
Second, I like the fact that both Toph and Aang are the same age. Which is also a reason I would prefer this over Kataang. If a 12 yr old is going to become romantically involved with anyone at all, I think it is better for it to be another 12 yr old.(notice, I did say "if")
Third, I think this ship has a real chance because of how Toph was introduced into the series in the first place. Yes, I am talking about the vision in The Swamp. They were visions of those the characters had loved and lost. "Loved" doesn't have to mean romantically, but the only non-romantic love that was shown there was a family member. And since Toph and Aang aren't related, I think it is allowable to say that the way he will love Toph could be romantic. I shall be called upon to defend and elaborate in later posts, I am sure. So, I'll wait till then to say anything more. (I'm tired right now. lol)
Fourth, I like Toph a great deal and I like Aang a great deal. I also like their interaction a great deal. So, I would like them as a couple (you guessed it!) a great deal.
I am pretty sure I had more reasons, but this is all I can rememebr at the moment. lol Good job, Goddessoflove on creating this. I think a thread like this is long overdue.
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Gotterdammerung
Casual Zuko
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Post by Gotterdammerung on Jun 14, 2006 6:19:22 GMT -5
It's allowable, but not inherently correct or more valid than saying that he won't love her romantically. Especially considering that throughout three episodes in which they have interacted extensively neither of them has shown the slightest hint of romantic interest in the other.
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Ana
Metalbending Cop
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Post by Ana on Jun 14, 2006 10:48:28 GMT -5
My votes goes to Kataang (well duh) and I guess I have to explain my reasons now. Uh..
1. Aang likes Katara so much already. Now I may be biased and I know this fact can change but how do long you think it will take? I don't think Aang has enough time to get over his crush, then get courage to move on, then get together with another.
2. EDIT: Let me rephrase this, Aang and Toph are opposite elements. Working with your opposite is hard it may pull through in the end but it's hard. I just don't think Aang and Toph's personalities fit together well.
3. I don't see Toph working well in a romantic relationship. She seems like she would be "one of the guys" rather than a girlfriend and she also seems like she would be annoyed by "two love birds" and wouldn't want to be one herself.
I don't really have any more reasons and I kind of wish I did so I could debate more. Anyway, I guess it sums up that Tophaang just isn't my cup of tea and Kataang is.
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Shenron
Gran Gran
Official Peace Keeper of Zutara and Kataang
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Post by Shenron on Jun 14, 2006 10:56:47 GMT -5
Aang and Toph clash, as we saw in "Bitter Work" Aang's opposite element is earth and it's hard for him to work with said element. There is much yelling, fighting, and stealing of items. What I'm trying to say is I don't their personalties balance out. I do get what you mean, but you could view this idea the other way as well - Zutara is a strong pairing eventhough water and fire are opposites and involves ideas like 'opposites attract'. So I guess so could Taang / Tophaang.
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gambitia
Fiery Ozai
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Post by gambitia on Jun 14, 2006 11:03:01 GMT -5
I cannot see Toph and Aang together. Every time we've seen them intereacting they're fighting or Toph is bossing Aang around. We all saw how nervous and depressed Toph made Aang feel in "Bitter Work." He had to go spend time with Katara to get his confidence back. Hopefully the relationship between Toph and Aang will stabilize and not be so dominated by Toph, but I don't think it will ever be romantic.
I don't think Toph is ready for any sort of romantic relationship. Her parents hid her from the world, and she's never had any friends. The only people she ever interacted with were the servants, her parents, and her teachers. As we've seen, her social skills are lacking. It doesn't seem like a good idea to have her first true friendship turn into a romantic relationship, where things can get complicated and ugly really fast. And Toph is finally independent, which is a huge change. Toph wants to prove that independence. She has been incredibly stand-offish as long as we've seen her.
EDIT: But we've never seen Zuko and Katara interact in anything other than a hostile environment: they've never actually spoken to each other civilly. We have no idea how they'd interact, so we can't say that Tophaang will work because Zutara works. We've never seen Zutara work.
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Post by phoenix013189 on Jun 14, 2006 11:08:54 GMT -5
Depending on how the episodes will play out, I think Taang could develop. Im only saying its possible, not that there is all this evidence that it will, becasue there isnt any. But sometimes people fall for the person they least expect. It happens to many of us.
Also, I think Toph is very passionate and determined, and passion and determination are key. Katara also has both of these traits.
My point is, I dont think Taang is completely out there. It could happen, and I dont think people should dissmiss the possibility yet.
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Shenron
Gran Gran
Official Peace Keeper of Zutara and Kataang
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Post by Shenron on Jun 14, 2006 11:14:05 GMT -5
But we've never seen Zuko and Katara interact in anything other than a hostile environment: they've never actually spoken to each other civilly. We have no idea how they'd interact, so we can't say that Tophaang will work because Zutara works. We've never seen Zutara work. Not yet maybe, but their may still be hope ;D *gambitia's probably gonna kill me but I'm still staying optimistic* EDIT "My point is, I dont think Taang is completely out there. It could happen, and I dont think people should dissmiss the possibility yet." Well put!
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gambitia
Fiery Ozai
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Post by gambitia on Jun 14, 2006 11:19:59 GMT -5
I don't kill people, shenron! usually
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Post by Kataang's Supreme on Jun 14, 2006 11:46:59 GMT -5
Kataang is my vote because... 1. I would go mad if Zuko and Katara ended up together. 2. Toph and Aang don't belong together, and niether do Zuko and Katara, and I have facts that back that up. 3. Aang and Katara already really like each other, alot. 4. I am sick of how people keep saying "Aang is too immature! Katara is very mature for her age. It would never work!", and, " Toph and Aang are the same age! That could work!". YAPITY!! YAPITY!! YAPITY!! My answer to that is maturity and age doesn't matter in a relationship. Also, opposites do not, I repeat, do not belong together! Over 99% of opposite relationships never last. Aang and Katara are soulmates in a way Tophaangers and Zutarians will never understand! I REGRET NOTHING
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gambitia
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Post by gambitia on Jun 14, 2006 11:48:27 GMT -5
2. Toph and Aang don't belong together, and niether do Zuko and Katara, and I have facts that back that up. And those facts would be...? Share please.
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Post by Kataang's Supreme on Jun 14, 2006 11:51:52 GMT -5
Opposites do not belong. Soulmates, like Aang and Katara need to spend they're lives together. Not opposites. Take that Tophaang!
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goddessoflove
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4 it was not in2 my ear u whsperd,but my heart. it was not my lips u kissed, but my soul. Zutara
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Post by goddessoflove on Jun 14, 2006 13:02:55 GMT -5
Ok grandfiresage, you make some very good points and it's clear that u're very devoted , but so am I! Look, i'm not saying that if Taang happened that Katara would immediatly hook up with Zuko, that's just what i want. She could just as easily get with Haru or something. (not a Karu fan) And just when exactly did we come to the conclusion that Katara and Aang are soulmates?! Katara hasn't even expressed any signs that she feels anything for Aang other than motherly/friendly affection. and come on, you gotta admit, Aang and Toph WOULD make an adorably cute couple.
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gambitia
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Post by gambitia on Jun 14, 2006 13:05:58 GMT -5
Aang and Toph would not be cute, in my opinion.
And I would argue that Katara does have some feelings for Aang, based on her behaviour in "Cave of Two Lovers." She was clearly very nervous and hesitant when she suggested the kiss to Aang--those are the actions of a girl who is nervous about someone finding out she likes a boy.
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Gotterdammerung
Casual Zuko
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Post by Gotterdammerung on Jun 14, 2006 13:55:03 GMT -5
Not to mention the beatific smile and blushing and hopeful eyes when she finally actually gets the suggestion out.
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