Thoughts on Kyoya's development in the manga? It's nice to see him have more expressions and being unhinged towards the later chapters.
Manga kyoya is the food i was raised on
Where i really REALLY think the manga shines in the characterization of Kyoya is that it drives home that Kyoya is an important, complex, sympathetic character who is well liked by his peers for exactly who he is and has always been. There is not some secretly kind and sweet Kyoya hiding under the ambition and temper, in fact what is under there is even MORE ambition and at times a rage he physically cannot contain. And he is loved for it.
And I think this is a great creative choice with his character and one we know from the very beginning is intentional because of Renge. Her introduction serves to show who these characters aren’t going to be. In most stories, a character like Kyoya can only be liked by other characters (and the audience) if he is secretly sweet in some ways. Kyoya shatters this fantasy with a rock. There is no hidden sweetness.
This is not to say he doesn’t care, just that there is no gentleness to his care. As you say Kyoya becomes much more expressive and unhinged in some chapters of the manga because his emotions are finally so big he cannot keep them restrained at all- and it is very consistent that this is almost exclusively caused by or about Tamaki (there is only one instance I can think of where he gets particularly genuine and expressive and it’s entirely for himself, from the final chapter). But there is also a kind of care that Kyoya is consistently expressing through his work, because he is constantly putting in an extraordinary amount of work in service of the club and its members. And it takes him a while, almost to the very end of the series, to admit that he is doing this not because it will benefit his future career or the Ootori family, but because the club has become precious to him and he will do anything for it and its members.
And not only does Kyoya realize this, but even more progress for our beloved boy, he says so explicitly to Kaoru. (and Honey seems to psychically get the message too???) This I think is also one of the great strong suits of the manga over the anime: the anime really focuses in on just the relationships of characters to Haruhi or to Tamaki because of how much of the series had come out and because of needing to streamline things. The manga is much, much more about the relationships between all members of the club. Tamaki brought the pairs together, but these boys have spent two years getting to know and become friends with each other and they ALL see Kyoya for who he is and love him for it. They don’t match him and understand him as fundamentally as Tamaki does (the boys come in pairs for a reason), but they do get him better than he thinks they do and there are multiple scenes of characters other than Haruhi stunning him with how well they see through his shell.
The relationships to Honey and Kaoru are given the most attention and are the most interesting to me, but I will just discuss Kaoru for now because this is already long enough. Kaoru and Kyoya become each other’s default partner when their normal companion isn’t an option and they are really good at it. Kyoya recognizes capability and drive in Kaoru, which Kaoru always rises up to meet. And Kaoru is very vocal about complimenting Kyoya in such a way that clearly points out he sees Kyoya’s actual motives, which embarrasses Kyoya in exactly the same way that Tamaki and Haruhi are good at doing when they see right through him too. Kaoru respects Kyoya and also understands that everything he is doing is from an enormous amount of care for his friends. And unlike the way most people see the twins, Kyoya sees Kaoru as reliable and just as dedicated to their club/family as he is.
Tamaki/Kyoya/Haruhi: Because Haruhi deserves the black cat boyfriend and the golden retriever boyfriend
Yeah yeah it's silly how obsessed with the kotatsu Tamaki is especially in the manga but it's at Kyoya's house. That means Tamaki goes over enough for it to matter to him.
Also they're just so weird about each other I love it. Like yeah Kyoya wanted him on his side but he still took him to literally every city he could think of. He bought a kotatsu for him. Tamaki wants to deepen they're friendship so bad with every way he can think. They're just freaks about each other all the time and I'm so here for it.
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My confession is I felt like the twins and Kyoya overall seemed to have the worst childhoods; I know for the twins all of their family members are shown to love them dearly and actually know the difference between them but like. That doesn't change that their mother purposefully calls them by their brother's name, their dad is so pale in presence that they don't seem to know when he's always there, their grandma can be as devious as they are and is a roaming adventurer, and none of the adults in their life were there for them. While Kyoya's childhood was a series of cold tests and lessons and a blanket of "you're just the third son" until he met Tamaki. I feel for Tamaki a lot bc his situation was also terrible and I don't mean to suggest that the Host Club should compete in the worst childhood Olympics, but as scummy as his Dad can be, I do feel like Tamaki was always genuinely cared for and also overall had parents who supported his genuine desires. I don't think Kypya would ever commit to therapy, but praying the twins get there bc y'all got some work to undo :C
blue lock objectively is insane and probably bad. but the thing about blue lock is that once you watch it youre like holy shit this is peak. its a disease.
other powerpoints ive made (including bllk part 2)
Ladynoir
watching solo leveling ep 9 and close enough, welcome back fushiguro megumi!
Ouran High School Host Club as Flowers
Tamaki Suoh – Orchid
Elegant, rare, and attention-grabbing, orchids symbolize refinement and charm—just like Tamaki’s dramatic and princely nature.
Kyoya Ootori – Black Rose
Mysterious and sophisticated, black roses represent power and intrigue, much like Kyoya’s calculated and enigmatic personality.
Haruhi Fujioka – Camellia
Camellias symbolize humility and resilience, fitting for Haruhi’s grounded and hardworking nature despite being surrounded by luxury.
Hikaru Hitachiin – Red Tiger Lily
Red tiger lilies symbolize passion, intensity, and confidence. Hikaru, being the more hotheaded and emotional twin, fits this flower’s bold and fiery nature.
Kaoru Hitachiin – Orange Dahlia
Dahlias represent kindness, grace, and personal growth. Kaoru, the more mature and perceptive twin, embodies these qualities, as he is often more understanding and thoughtful compared to Hikaru.
Mitsukuni "Honey" Haninozuka – Cherry Blossom
Cherry blossoms represent innocence and fleeting beauty, much like Honey’s childlike charm and hidden depth.
Takashi "Mori" Morinozuka – Bamboo or White Lily
Bamboo represents strength and loyalty, which perfectly fits Mori’s quiet but steadfast presence. White lilies symbolize purity and devotion, much like his bond with Honey.
AWWW tamaki’s made me giggle so hard also honey’s one is SOO CUTEE now usa-chan will have a friend :DDD
HEYYY for vday hcs could you please do what gifts theyd get (or make because haruhi is a commoner with a heart of gold) their crush or so 😁😁😁 thank youu
Happy Valentine’sDay! 💌
Dear @sakura-kissyy ,
Thank you so much for your request! I truly enjoyed writing the Valentine’s Day headcanons.
Wishing you a wonderful Valentine’s Day! 💌
Tamaki Suoh
Tamaki will make a dramatic, self-recorded love confession video—complete with soft music, perfect lighting, and maybe even a dramatic rain scene for maximum romance.
“My beloved! I poured my heart and soul into this video… watch it when you miss me, and you shall feel my love embracing you from afar!” (He poses dramatically as he hands it to you.)
Kyoya Otori
Kyoya will make a detailed, handwritten list of ’Reasons You’re Amazing’, formatted like a report.
“I figured a verbal confession might be inefficient, so I compiled the data into an organized list. Don’t misunderstand—it’s simply logical to acknowledge one’s best qualities.” (He adjusts his glasses, pretending not to care while secretly watching for your reaction.)
Hikaru Hitachiin
Hikaru will make a custom hoodie with fabric paint, featuring an inside joke or a cute nickname.
“Okay, so it might be a little messy, but hey—it’s one of a kind, just like you! And if you don’t wear it… well, I might have to steal it back.” (He smirks but gets a little shy when you actually love it.)
Kaoru Hitachiin
Kaoru will make a box of homemade chocolates, each with a tiny note inside explaining why he chose that flavor.
“I know store-bought chocolates are easier, but I wanted these to be special. Just… don’t judge me too hard if they don’t taste perfect, okay?” (He looks down, waiting nervously for your reaction.)
Mitsukuni Haninozuka
Honey will make a small, hand-sewn plushie of your favorite animal, so you’ll always have something to cuddle.
“Now you’ll have a cute friend to keep you company when I’m not around! But don’t forget, I still give the best hugs, okay?” (He grins and holds out his arms for a hug.)
Takashi Morinozuka
Mori will make a hand-carved wooden charm, meant to bring you luck and protection.
“Here. I made this for you.” (He hands it to you without much explanation, but the way his eyes soften shows how much it means to him.)
Haruhi Fujioka
Haruhi will make a handmade bookmark set, carefully crafted with different designs—some with pressed flowers, some with cute doodles, and one with a handwritten quote she thought you’d like.
“You mentioned once that you like to read, so… I made these. They’re nothing fancy, but I figured they’d be useful.” (She hands them to you casually, but if you look closely, you’ll notice she put a lot of effort into making each one special.)