In conjunction with my previous blog, “Hazbin Hotel: A Beautiful Illustration of Redemption in an Otherwise Raunchy Adult Comedy,” I wanted to write another installment. Not necessarily a part two, but rather a spinoff. This one is about the relationship between Charlie and Vaggie. I don’t really pay much attention to fictional relationships, but this one was very interesting. I think it’s because most on screen couples are portrayed very similarly and this one has all the vibes of an asexual relationship. A healthy asexual relationship.

Even after my ace discovery, I still thought there was only one way to have a thriving relationship. Equal parts emotional and physical. Being ace didn’t matter, I would still have to conform to whatever relationship that was expected. I never thought about the possibilities outside of the norm until recently. I think this is why I was really captivated by Charlie and Vaggie’s relationship. Going off the assumption that they are ace, I’ve never actually seen it portrayed in entertainment before. There’s always just the stereotypical type of relationship between characters and if there is an ace character, it’s often just assumed. I know it’s just a TV show, but it got me thinking about the possibility of dating again and to have a thriving ace relationship.

Charlie and Vaggie’s relationship is successful because it’s theirs. They do what works for them. I love how Vaggie is there for her girlfriend 110% and any crazy idea that Charlie has, she is quick to provide ways to make it possible. Vaggie takes care of her and her love is visible by the way she looks at Charlie. On the flip side, Charlie recognizes and appreciates everything that her partner does. She doesn’t take Vaggie’s love for granted and Charlie takes every opportunity to tell her. Their relationship isn’t dependent on physical intimacy, but I also like how touch isn’t completely absent either. They still do the romantics: share a bed, hugs, handholding, an occasional kiss. They aren’t roommates and their actions show how their love goes deeper than just friendship. Charlie and Vaggie’s relationship prove that it is possible to have a healthy, asexual relationship and still feel genuine intimacy.

I guess I adore them because it’s the type of relationship I hope to have one day. To feel truly comfortable and safe with someone and have them to feel the same around me. I mean at the end of the day, don’t we all want someone to look at us the way Vaggie looks at Charlie?