Zutara vs. The Canon Pairings: Which is Better? (Zutara vs. The Canon Pairings, 3/3)
Which is "Better?" Evaluating the Conceptions of Romance ( So who wins? Drumroll, please... )
So in previous essays I have detailed the appeal of the Katara/Zuko parinigs and the appeal of the conflicting canon pairings, Aang/Katara and Mai/Zuko. I argued that the appeal of "Zutara" was based on the drama and conflict that arose from two very different individuals becoming partners, while the appeal of the canon pairings was based on that of a stable relationship based on shared goals and life views, where the differences complemented each other and conflicts are resolved through communication and mutual trust.