Lottie’s Chaotix Relationship Reference
Vector & Espio
The Dynamic: Trusted partners with mutual respect that compliment each other’s opposites.
Vector and Espio bounce off of each other really well as their personalities oppose each other. Vector provides a powerful drive and energy, while Espio has patience and restraint. Neither of them work quite well without the other’s counterbalance. Vector holds a lot of respect for Espio, trusting him enough to handle cases on his own and even appoint him as “Lead Detective” when things got really bad.
Some Quirks Include:
- Espio sometimes goes unheard or unseen as the voice of reason because of Vector’s eagerness to take cases (i.e. Sonic Heroes)
- Vector’s antics sometimes embarrass Espio (i.e. Sonic Generations)
Key Relationship Notes:
- Espio is extremely loyal to Vector, he will follow Vector’s lead even when the two of them disagree.
- When they disagree, it is purely professional. There is no underlying hatred or resentment
- Their relationship is familial and can be interpreted in more than one way
Vector & Charmy
The Dynamic: An explicitly implied Father/Son relationship that is full of affection and chaos
This is a fun one. Charmy is always getting on Vector’s nerves, and Vector is always blowing his top. Despite this, their relationship is a loving one. Vector acts as a guardian and mentor to Charmy, while Charmy tends to treat his boss like a playmate. Charmy looks up to Vector and admires him, even imitating his mannerisms and repeating his statements. Vector feels deeply responsible for the kid and would do just about anything for him. Vector admits that Charmy is a “pain in his tail,” but he still cares unconditionally.
Some Quirks Include:
- Vector’s temper is quite short when it comes to Charmy, almost always resorting to shouting at him.
- Charmy, being a kid and all, is naturally rebellious. His own morals have conflicted with Vector’s orders before, causing him to follow his sense of justice and do what he feels is right (i.e. Metal Virus Arc)
Key Relationship Notes:
- Their relationship looks like it is difficult, but it proves to always be a relationship full of loyalty. Charmy will do what he needs to do for Vector always.
- Vector’s fatherly role is quite apparent, as he calls Charmy (and Espio) his “boys.”
- Something that stands out (to me at least) is that Charmy is the only one in the cast who gets under Vector’s skin. I believe it makes Vector’s protectiveness stand out as he really does care for his kid.
Charmy & Espio
The Dynamic: An implied older sibling/younger sibling relationship.
Charmy doesn’t get the same kind of entertainment out of annoying Espio as he does with Vector. Instead, their relationship is a little quieter, but still a little messy (what sibling relationship isn’t messy?) Espio is protective and patient, while Charmy admires Espio. They occasionally bring out sides of each other that don’t normally shine. Espio is the one who tends to teach Charmy new things, explaining things and situations in a way that a 6 year old can understand. Charmy thinks the whole ninja thing is extremely awesome.
Some Quirks Include:
- Charmy can unlock a petty side to Espio. When Charmy broke Espio’s action figure and flushed it down the toilet, Espio got uncharacteristically bitter and resentful. (i.e. Chaotix Casefiles)
- They have a sort of sibling rivalry thing that goes on sometimes. Charmy has taunted Espio before which genuinely riled him up (i.e. Sonic Racing CrossWorlds)
Key Relationship Notes:
- Charmy is the only one who has been able to draw out such a petty side to Espio, Espio is usually composed and strongly disciplined.
- Espio’s protectiveness towards Charmy tells me that he really cares. He isn’t a guardian with responsibilities like Vector, Espio just cares that much.
- Despite Charmy’s age, Espio has shown great respect for Charmy and his bravery and smarts.
