Debate of 2008! Naruto x Sakura vs Sasuke x Sakura

[ShikuroxKanno]

These two are couples that are mostly discussed about in Naruto! NaruSaku and SasuSaku! Which one is better and why? Also explain why the other couple isn't possible in any way!
Rules:
1. Everyone has to follow these rules!

2. Respect other peoples thoughts.

3. Do not start a war. Just give couter-points.

4. You don't have to explains both. In other words, you can give reasons why one isn't possible and not say anything about the other. Vise versa.

5. This debate isn't intended to do any harm

6. Again, follow these rules!

Have fun! 

[Flonnechann]

I'll talk about both, to start.

Sasusaku side, in my opinion is not likely at all. Sakura *did* love Sasuke in part one. It started out as a weakly structured crush, where the only reasons she liked him were for his looks and demeanor, to a somewhat genuine infatuation, and then into love. In episode 109, Sakura was desperately pleading for Sasuke to not leave the village, saying how she loved him and would make every day a joy. She even asked him to take her with her. But he simply gave a small "thank you" and left her on a bench.

In shippuuden, Sakura seems to be less interested in Sasuke, even expressing some resentment for him, an example where Kakashi transformed into Sasuke, and Sakura gave a hard glare. Another instance is shown here, in this manga page: http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa139/bloodcream89/naruto/5868.jpg?t=1206682635 Sakura remembered first her words to Naruto, to help get Sasuke back, rather than a memory of Sasuke or such.

Narusaku in my opnion, is VERY likely. Naruto did have a large crush on Sakura in part one. As the story progesses, Naruto saves Sakura time after time after time, comforting her in her time of need, and Sakura realises in episode 110 that Naruto does relate to her feelings. Sakura does seem aware of this crush, not returning his feelings, but sometimes gives little hints that she accepts his feelings, like in the beginning of Shippuuden, she asks Naruto if she looked more womanly. Of course, naruto's stupidity kicked in, and he earned a punch.

Another 'Narusaku moment' is the Yamoto 'speech' where Yamoto tells Sakura that it does not matter what she does for Naruto, but how she feels, and how she truely loves (likes?) Naruto. Of course, he is cut off at the l- when Naruto wakes. Tears spring to Sakura's eyes, for she is joyous for Naruto. AGAIN, Naruto's stupidity kicks in, and he gets another punch.

Anyone see the obvious future? No? I'll spell it out.

As Naruto matures, his slip ups and stupid comments will slowly subside, and Sakura will grow fonder and fonder of him, becoming romantically involved.

There is further proof. The three sannin theme: Jiraiya is like Naruto, Tsunade is like Sakura, and Orochimaru...is unfortunately like Sasuke. Tsunade confessed her love for Jiraiya shortly after he died.

Plug in Sakura as Tsunade, Naruto as Jiraiya, minus the death (Naruto is the main character!). Why can you do this? Because history tends to repeat itself, or rather, very often.

--Flonnechann

[ShikuroxKanno]

dang! that was good!!!! loved it!! ok whoes turn is next?

[sayuristar]

I'm for the NaruSaku side.  I'm going to analyze somethings.

The first main arguement from the SakuSasu arguement is about Sakura loves Sasuke, therefore, they'll be together.  This is extremely contradictory because Naruto loves Sakura, so unless SakuSasu fans want a threesome, this arguement is arbitrary.  On another note, Sakura's character is almost entirely based off her relationships.  So instead of Sakura having to overcome something like a family member's death or social alienation, Sakura would have to overcome something like a romantic failure.  She would have to love and lose, a primary theme for character developement in 'Naruto'.  Sakura overcoming her love for Sasuke and coming out okay is Sakura's vengence or her quest to become hokage (True love). It is her goal.  But Sasuke was a metaphor for love.  But goals change and the motivation that surrounds them.  Naruto originally wanted to become Hokage because HE wanted regonition and status.  Sasuke wanted to kill Itachi because HE wanted to make sense of that horrible night.  Later Naruto realized that becoming Hokage was about OTHER PEOPLE.  Sasuke realized that ITACHI deserved to die.  They still maintain that original desire, but they have far wider views on the subject.  Same goes for Sakura, she originally wanted Sasuke because he was everything SHE wanted someone perfect for HERSELF.  Sakura now realizes there is a difference than what she dreamed.  That love is something that TWO PEOPLE SHARE.

Back on the subject of TWO PEOPLE.  Ever notice that Sakura's fantasies of Sasuke are completely different than what he is actually like?  Sasuke is always being loving and romantic, something that Sasuke, in love or not, isn't.  But who is affectionate and tenacious?  Naruto.  He would say cheesy love lines like crazy.  Love is something that two people share and can rely on.  Naruto and Sakura rely on each other and can TALK with one another.  Love is about understanding, comprehending a person's thoughts.  Sakura is too good-hearted to ever understand Sasuke's brutal ideals.  Even when Sakura did love Sasuke, she believed he would become some super-romantic, passionite, tangible person.  Even if they do end up together, Sasuke will NEVER be that way.

There is a story similar to SakuSasu.  The Count of Monte Cristo, but his revenge was more important than his love, and she didn't end up with him.  Sakura is Sasuke's friend, and when the story ends I believe he will love her...and Naruto....as FRIENDS.  His revenge was more important than her friendship, so they can't end up romantically.

I've heard people say that Sakura was more important than Naruto.  No.  Just, no.  Naruto was more important, he was like his brother.  Kishimoto put hundred times more focus on their friendship than the Sasuke Sakura relationship.  So you can't say Sakura was more important.  That can be told through the story-telling.

NaruSaku will happen for many reasons.  Reasons that people are going to state later on.  OBVIOUS reasons.  And male authors tend to lean towards the 'obvious' pairing than the 'omg-I-love-to-hate-you-angst-hot-smex-pairings'.  Just a fact.
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