Relationship

Umi & Clef

At the beginning of the first series, the two may seemed literally rivals. Not only that, Clef seemed closer to Hikaru due to her height. But as time passes, we can see that Umi accepts him more, as she accepts her quest to save Cephiro. As for Clef, we do not see him much but he does do his duty in guiding the Magic Knights.

Their relationship is more evident in the second series. It is pretty definite that out of the three Magic Knights, Umi has the most interaction with Clef. For example, there is a part whereby the Magic Knights could not sleep and they find their way to another person. In Umi's case, she went to Clef. It is also plain to see that the two develop a deeper relationship in the second series.

Umi x Clef

As said earlier on, the two do not have much interaction in the first series (neither did Hikaru or Fuu), so I will jump to the second series. There are strong hints that suggest that the two can become lovers.

As said before, the scene whereby Umi goes to Clef because she could not sleep. At that time, Umi confessed that she was sorry for her behaviour at the beginning and Clef also apologised for hiding the truth. The scene ends with Clef holding her hand and Umi saying 'Thank you' to herself.

Another part was when Caldina teased Umi about liking Clef (in the anime). In response, Umi was hesitant and we can see that there is a possibility of her liking Clef.

Adding to that, near the end of the second season, Umi goes up to Clef (as if wanting to confess). But she only says 'I lo-' (to much disappointment). After that she hurries up, and Clef smiles, saying 'Thank you'. It is possible to say that he understands her feelings and maybe feels the same way too.

So to all Umi/Clef fans, keep supporting this couple! They do deserve to be together! There are distinct scenes in the manga, anime and OAV, as well as small subtle signs. This small section is dedicated to those scenes and signs, it is where I'll list down all of them.

Manga

1) The height difference - Umi is the tall one and Clef is the short one, isn't that a change? And a cute one too.

2) How they click at the start - they always create such funny scenes.
3) Their colours - blue and purple - how they go so well together.

4) In the second series, when the Magic Knights were first called to their Mashins - Presea cried out for Hikaru, Ferio to Fuu...and Clef to Umi!

5) Also, in the second series, it was evident that Umi was concerned for Clef on the matter of Emeraude-hime's death, in fact she showed the most concern for Clef.

6) The famous scene in the second series, when in the middle of the night, the Magic Knights wandered - Hikaru to Lantis, Fuu to Ferio and...Umi to Clef!

7) They not only confided in each other, they also held hands and Umi was really grateful to Clef, saying 'thank you' at the end.

Anime *not mentioned in manga

1) In the second series, Caldina teased Umi about liking Clef, and Umi's reaction said it all - though she denied it, she was blushing furiously.

2) Also, at the end of the second series, Umi was on the verge of confessing her love to Clef, but stopped halfway - "I lo-"

3) Still, Clef thanked her (beautiful ending scene of the second series!), meaning he understood her feelings for him.

OAV

1) Clef is taller (the tallest guy, I believe) and such a bishounen! Surely there's a reason for that...

2) Umi is much more mature, probably to get her to realise and understand her feelings better and faster.

3) When Clef was taking a rest, Umi was seriously worried for him - that could be the scene for them two.

4) And after that, Ascot interrupted them, Clef made sure Umi was safe - sending her away - as he was left to fend for himself (he was still injured).

5) And Umi was reluctant to leave him.

6) When the three friends found Clef under the debris, Umi was the first one to run up to him.

7) It is obvious enough that the two are a match - can you think of any other competition?



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