Hmm... I've never really thought much about it from Shampoo's point of view. I've always viewed her as more of a spoiled, picky woman.

Mousse may not be the greatest catch, but he definitely loves her! I am convinced that he could quite handily defeat Shampoo in combat (though since he's not an outsider, would she have to marry him?), provided that his glasses remain intact and on his face, IF he could ever bring himself to actually lift a hand against her. He's actually rather pathetic, to be so devoted when all she ever does is heap abuse upon him. I feel more sorry for him than any other character, I think... except possibly Ukyo.

Speaking of Ukyo, my personal opinion is that she would be the best match for Ranma. She's a fine martial artist in her own right, and actually treats him nicely! Furthermore, they actually have a normal friendship, unlike him and Akane. My own wife and I were friends before we became romantically involved; we still consider each other our best friend even after five years together - we married last July.

I don't know if Akane has "no attachment" to Ranma... they've been through hell and back fifteen times together, much like Inuyasha and Kagome... what a coincidence! He always sticks his neck out to save her (even when she doesn't want him to), but that could be just his desire to protect pretty much ALL women, including creepy girls like Kodachi; that woman gives me the shivers.

I do like your comparisons... very well thought out. Keep it up!

I'm in love with this!
It also kinda shows a tint of Ranma/Shampoo... kinda...
Keep up the good work 'cause I love stories like these! :)

Very nice, thought provoking, et humble piece.

Admittedly, there is very little written about the Ainu. What there is, seems to be contradictory. I researched them for a story I was writing for NaNoWriMo.

Having said that, this is an interesting, albeit confusing (at least to me) story.

I can probably poke a hole in here, but it was rather enjoyable.

Very nice, very nice. Now if only someone would explain this to those bitches of fiancees!

Nice philisophical piece. But, are you insinuating anything with this or are you just being philisophical?