#also y'know how ppl are often revolted when neurodivergent ppl get super enthusiastic about something?

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idk if this is a hot take but I don't think Armin is friendly. I think people find him generally off-putting. Like, people think he looks sweet, but also find him strange; for the topics that interest him, the way he didn't stray far from Eren (& Mikasa) socially, and his general demeanor.

I think that as Armin established himself more as he grew up, he developed better interpersonal skills that compliment his rhetorical prowess. I think he's the type of person who sees value in life and in minimizing harm. He offers kindness to his friends and understanding to all. But I don't see him as particularly "friendly"

#cl thoughts #this is just my perception of the character #and everyone is allowed their own interpretation! #all of ema are off-putting idc #I'm also of course projecting a little #I forget socializing is a thing I should do #simply does not occur #so while I have similar values and way of operating to Armin I'm not received as friendly #also y'know how ppl are often revolted when neurodivergent ppl get super enthusiastic about something? #that's the reaction I see many having toward armin #though others (like eren) will find it inspiring #armin arlert #aot #snk #armin analysis #attack on titan #shingeki no kyojin #uhhh i'll tag ships too #eremin #aruani #they'll have opinions I'm sure