
And, sometimes, these miscommunications can seem over the top, or simply there to force drama. Often with awkward, contrary characters, the MC and love interest end up pushing each other away due to frustrating miscommunications.

I have no interest in weaklings like you.” – Tokugawa Ieyasu I didn’t find myself questioning why or how the MC had fallen for him, or vice versa. I really enjoyed getting to know his character and I thought the romantic side of the relationship developed very naturally. You can expect plenty of drama and emotional conflict as you uncover Ieyasu’s past and learn how he became the man he is today. Ieyasu despises weakness and has an intense desire to become stronger and prove himself, particularly to his sworn lord, Oda Nobunaga. This is to be expected from Ikémen Sengoku characters, as the ever-present reality of war turns them into hardened warriors who prioritise their duty to their lord over their personal desires. Ieyasu is a Samurai character, so honour and stoicism are consistent themes throughout his route. Similar to: Isaac Newton ( Ikémen Vampire), Oliver Knight ( Ikémen Revolution), Sanada Yukimura ( Ikémen Sengoku) This ties in with the Tsundere trope a type of hot and cold attitude that leaves you wondering how he really feels, and whether his insults are sincere or he’s just embarrassed by his feelings. The ‘Dandere’ tag refers to Ieyasu being introverted and pushing people away, although he tends to express this by being sarcastic and defensive. I’ve chosen ‘Shota’ for three reasons: his younger appearance compared to the other warlords, his reliance on the MC and other characters to take care of him, and his passionate drive to prove himself capable of protecting those he cares about.

Tropes: I’ve labelled Ieyasu as Tsundere, Dandere, and Shota. At first, you will have to be persistent and chase him down (sometimes literally), but, before you know it, you’ll have fallen head over heels for this contrary warlord and his clumsy affections.

Ikémen Sengoku Tsundere | Dandere | ShotaĪbrasive, introverted, and awkward Ieyasu initially comes across as rude and confrontational, but any tsundere fan will know this prickliness is there to hide the sensitive sweetheart underneath.
