#amachaheadcanons

who remembers to buy healthy food?

Both! As they both have very strict/wholesome diets. Tenko has a mega sweet tooth though. Rantaro likes to bake things with natural sweeteners as her sugar crash is nowhere near as bad. She gets cranky after too much sugar anyway so it works out for the both of them. It turns into fortnightly bake sessions where they get to be affectionate and a team and get a treat at the end of a long day. You bet bake-offs happen on the holidays. They love valentines day. Always ending the comp by feeding & complimenting the other <3~

who remembers to buy junk food?

Tenko. She loves the taste of mint chocolate on Rantarou's lips. It always leads to a smoochfest And Rantarou loves the fact she's always thinking of him. He makes her special boba on hard days. Plus they both love nibbles on movie nights. Kettle corn, nuts, M&Ms...It's usually reserved for special occasions when they're both coping with something...

who fixes the oven when it breaks?

Rantaro. Tenko tries and just gets angry. They end up fighting about it cuz Rantaro also gets stuck... Tenko surprises him with a new+improved oven the following weekend cuz she's sorry. He nearly cries. Gifts are a big deal to him. She gets him to stop saying thank you with: "Shhhh, darling, it's ok. Just cook Tenko dinner for a week and you're off the hook, ok~? Love you!"

who waters the plants/feeds their pet(s)?

Pets: Tenko. Their husky is just as affectionate and energetic as her so they bond very easily. She's like her baby. They have a chicken too. It's very affectionate thanks to Tenko lol. When Rantaro started eating cleaner and wanted her support, she got a hen to tease him but ended up falling in love with her. Plants: Rantarou. Tenko just forgets sometimes//gets distracted by Kiwi & Miss-Eggs-A-Lot. So Rantarou makes sure to check the soil. It's a hobby of his so he's happy.

who wakes up earlier?

Tenko! But she wakes him and drags him on her morning run. Unless he's had a long night. But she gets him back into the routine with some coffee and brings him to bed at an appropriate time. He actually loves how serious she is with it, as when he returns from trips his jetlag is BAD. But she helps me get back into the swing of things.

who makes the bed?

Rantarou. He likes to slowly wake up by tidying the room while Tenko prefers to jump outta bed to ensure she won't be tempted to snuggle Rantaro and fall back into deep sleep. It's perfect though cuz she gets their clothes + toothbrushes ready.

who makes the coffee?

Both! Weekends; Tenko. Cuz she knows how much Rantarou likes his lazy days. They do yoga these days. Weekdays; Rantarou. His tea preference changes daily lol and Tenko loves how he makes it.

who burns breakfast?

Tenko. She gets way too easily distracted. It's okay though, cuz she just makes bacon/eggs, quick quesadillas, etc, extra crispy. Rantarou loves how creative she gets sometimes to save it. It's always a nice surprise. once they had fried rice for breakfast. But it's ok, cuz some mornings Rantarou saves her and brings her back to the present by hugging her from behind and helping out.

how do they let each other know they’re leaving the house?

Tenko always asks where her things are 30 mins in advance so Rantarou has the chance to gather her things and hide her wallet to get more hugs & kisses. When she does leave though, she's very loud about it, I mean, yelling as she closes the door loud; "TENKO'S LEAVING, LOVEBUG." and texts him on the train something sassy/sweet. Usually a reminder that there's a surprise in the fridge/bedroom/yard. Rantaro's always ready 30 mins in advance so he can chase Tenko for hugs and kisses. He likes to take a moment to check in on her and remind her, she's the most amazing woman he's ever met.

how do they greet each other when one of them gets home?

Tenko likes to sneak up on Taro and bomb him with affection. Loving it especially when he screams like a girl. Rantaro usually holds her for a while depending on the day. Usually leaving a kiss on her head when she's busy and makes her pinky promise cuddles later.

who brings home little gifts like flowers/chocolates more often?

Rantarou. He's a hopeless romantic. There's this vase in the bedroom he likes to refill with fresh flowers to keep the room smelling natural. He knows how much words of affirmation mean to Tenko so he writes her poems and leaves her love notes with her bento/when he leaves to search for his sisters and Tenko can't get time off. But Tenko enjoys surprising him too. It's like a competition to her now. She's working on a scrapbook for him that's completely hand-made. Rantarou still doesn't understand her sudden obsession with selfies and taking photos of him.

who picks the movie for movie night?

Tenko. She's too opinionated not to. They rock, paper, scissors to decide most nights. Rantarou usually wins but likes to pick things FOR Tenko sometimes.

their favorite kind of movie to watch?

Action/Adventure/Comedy! It's an adrenaline thing I think. But Disney's a close second since Rantarou was brought up on them and Tenko loves the princesses/staying up to date with the kids at her dojo.

who first suggests a pillow fort?

Rantarou, surprisingly! Tenko was down one day and Rantarou thought it'd improve her mood. He was right. She always asks to do it again. It's a running joke between them now.

who builds the pillow fort?

Rantaro. Cuz Tenko's too busy running around the house to grab more supplies. He literally tackles her into the fort on one of her laps. They rebuild it together. And movies are so much better in it. Especially in the winter.

who tries to distract the other during the movie?

Rantaro when he's extra clingy/not ok. Tenko when she's excited about something in her life and just wants to keep talking. He shushes her with hot chocolate, hugs, head scratches and massages.

who falls asleep first?

Tenko. She crashes so quickly it's hilarious. Rantarou loves how clingy she is unconscious. He teases her about it all the time.

who is big spoon/little spoon?

“Why is it that Amami-kun is only affectionate with you, Chabashira-san? Is there something you two are hiding? HM?! HOW DARE YOU KEEP SUCH A RIVETING ROMANCE OUT OF MY PLAIN, BORING LIFE--” 

“WHAAATT??" Normal Tenko performing her usual/oblivious over-the-top reactions, "A-Amami-kun? Affection Tenko? When?” She bluntly asks, her fingers naturally fiddling together under the pressure of Tsumugi's shiny glasses and cunning gaze.

“Oh, for fuck’s sake,” Miu groans. Now whistling and gaining Rantarou’s attention. She motions with a loud hand for him to come over.

“What is Iruma-san doing?” Tenko begs in Tsumugi's direction.

“Proving you wrong.” To which Miu swiftly replies.

Before Tenko can testify, Rantarou jogs up, she stiffens at the proximity, instantly growing pensive and timid. 

“Yeah?” Rantarou beckons, "What's up ladies?"

“Chabashithead is denying her feelings again.” Miu quips, smirking at the brunette who turns to stone the second his eyes fall on her. Such concern lied beyond those green orbs of his. 

Don’t fall for it, Amami! Tenko's eyes screamed, but his concern was overpowering, he wasn't listening to reason!

“Chabashira-san.” He plants his hands firmly on her shoulders, “We’ve discussed this, and you agreed; New year, New you-”

“Yeah! Just get it over with.” Tenko grumbles.

To which he smiles, happily engulfing the girl in a strong hug. Considering he’s the only male in the class with the balls and doesn’t get thrown across the room. Rantarou can’t help but feel somewhat special, the fact that she only allowed him to touch her, wasn’t helping the feelings bubbling in his chest whenever he embraced her.

Her face bloomed with colour, her arms softened after a minute. Her closed eyes opened slowly. This was getting easier... She didn’t despise it anymore or feel the need to run away. He was warm, and made her feel warm-

Snort,

Her eyes snap open to find; Miu, smirking, victoriously mouthing "Called it!", Tsumugi tweaking her glasses knowingly, showcasing a sick grin, Kaede failing to hide her pride over the situation, purely happy for her classmates, and Angie with her hands together murmuring a blessing of some sort.

Due to Tenko's sheer embarrassment, one of her hands spike up and promptly pats the boy’s back, “Ok...that’s enough, Amami.”

He happily retreats, thumbs rubbing her biceps, “There. Doesn’t that feel b--”

“You’re excused,” Tenko states firmly. Marking his exit. 

He shrugs, content he didn't get punched in the stomach this time, bidding the girls a farewell.

The girls eyed her curiously. 

“I’m just saying,” Kaede began, “ever since we made that new years resolution for you--”

“To actively mend your relationships with the boys~,” Angie reminded, “For the greater good of our school environment.”

“Thank you Angie-san,” Kaede continued, “Rantarou’s the only boy you seem to tolerate, and in return, it seems he’s taken that on and avoided getting touchy-feely with the rest of the girls for your sake.”

“Tenko’s sake??”

“No shit sherlock!" Miu follows, "He doesn't wanna make you stress n' shit."

"Hah!? Why would Tenko even--"

"Nya-ha~ Don't you see, Tenko?" Angie answers, shoving a paintbrush in her face, "Rantarou is well-aware of Tenko's entitlement to protect the girls no matter what! Even if they refuse~!"

That received a deadpan from Tenko.

“In other words..." Tsumugi translates, "He doesn't want you needlessly stressing over the girl's safety in his presence as he wants to prove to you he isn't a threat."

Tenko's speechless, unable to really grapple the situation.

"Just keep us updated with the details if this goes further, K? Us girls may or may not be betting on the fact he has a crush on you..."

After hopelessly digging through her bag repeatedly -- as if they'd magically appear after her 5th attempt -- and dirting his tidy floor. She sighs in defeat and decides to borrow one of Rantaro's shirts, he wouldn't mind. But the second she pulls it over her torso, and relishes the soft, durable material. Tenko marvels at how comfy his clothes are to wear. The baggy effect that once seemed daggy, lazy and apathetic was now immensely comforting, like that of a hug made of clouds thanks to the cotton count...

She finally understood.

Due to the 5-inch height advantage, his pants were a little annoying to keep up, thus why she decides to ditch them and simply put on her school socks. The small dorm was now warmer with the steam from her shower anyway.

Jumping on the bed and booting up Disney+ on his flatscreen she selected something to play in the background whilst brushing her hair.

Maybe we can watch the new Cruella movie when he gets home... She pondered, now detangling her oak locks. Sprawling it over the bedsheets comfortably.

When Rantaro forces the door open amidst his fatigue, the sight of Tenko elegantly brushing her hair, only clothed in one of his shirts and her classic socks that exposed the best part of her legs... It's just what he needed after a long day of studying, cooking class, and tutoring.

Tenko freezes under that easy smile and tired, happy eyes. She silently moves her hair around and pats the bed, subtly inviting him over. He happily ditches his bag, keys, wallet, and soiled shirt before diving into her warm embrace, the scent of eucalyptus engulfing him as it's a prime cleansing agent in her shampoo.

She's scarcely silent. Upon glancing up Rantaro can see her bashful front, still giddy at the skin he exposed. He hugs her tighter, limbs slowly morphing to sand with how exhausted he was.

"No movie?"

"No movie."

She pouted, thinking hard, "...what if...Tenko just put The Emperor's New Groove in the background?"

He eyed her instead of saying; "We both know you won't sleep through that,"

"Tch, fine! No movie," She grumbled, although quickly made way with preparing the bed, "But you owe Tenko extra spoon time for making me wait!" she joked, despite the serious tone.

All day she'd been grumbling similar expressions under her breath. It didn't help welcome the familiar boy at all. She caved in and stormed off to the bathroom, Rantaro's back still facing her with his head hung low and his sight blinded by his own two hands. He couldn't believe any of this. He sat at the foot of her bed and made sure his eyes remained padlocked.

"Well, I never asked for this either, so..."

He whispers it under his breath. Knowing fully well she probably won't hesitate to throw him as she did to that purple-haired wizard earlier that day. She was fierce though, he had to give her respect for her strength.

Did she just admit to his innocence? Rantarou wasn't certain whether Tenko had knocked him unconscious and left him delirious in a coma-like state, or if she was genuinely battling the urge to beat him to a pulp right now.

"Considerate!"

Now Rantarou wasn't sure if Tenko was red from fluster or from the amount of hatred emitting her aura.

"Tenko ought to give Amami-san a beating SO DREADFUL... But that would go against her beliefs of protecting the innocent! If only you gave Tenko a reason she couldn't deny... If only you did something so despicable! If only you weren't so freaking perfect!"

Rantarou hadn't finished processing her admitting his consideration. So hearing her cuss without warning made him blink a few times.

And she wasn't finished, "You're good-looking! You have style! You can cook! You're BRAVE! You respect women! You're smart!!... Is there anything you CAN'T do!?" she yelled. Her eyes were wide with hysteria.

She paused as if expecting a reaction, but all he did was stare.

"You're! Too! Perfect!" Now Rantarou was sure she was blushing. "You must have a defect somewhere...! Do you not like girls!? Is that why Tenko's claims of you being a womanizer are always denied!?"

"...You think I'm attractive?"

She's in turmoil and only has the effort left in her to express a frustrated "ARRRGGH!"

"Is that a yes?"

Before anger could fester in her subconscious she blacked out. Everything went dead quiet, everything went black. Until fatigue and needles pinched her fingers and feet. The second her senses grasped something her lungs heaved hungrily, selfishly sucking in air to try and revitalise her system. Cold air washed over her as the "whoosh" sound of a door sliding open occurred around her. She flinched, she trembled, her entire system was in shock as it stared into the empty void of her headset.

TeamDR's observation team and nurses took care of her. Whilst her fellow "classmates" reacted to the latest footage.

Tenko stayed in the recovery room for a long while, slowly getting a hold of reality. She wasn't supposed to meet any of the participants yet; she just wasn't ready. But Rantaro knew what that felt like, the flooding of memories you had disowned, the loneliness that prickled your skin for hours endlessly, the cold feeling of the grim reaper's scythe piercing your neck before awakening in a foreign/lab-like environment... She'd been in rehab for far longer than the others. He thought he was doing her a good thing by bringing her some water and a friendly face.

She flinched when he knocked on the door. Eyes studying him as if she was expecting him to lunge at her at any moment. That intimidating air she had in-game, was now replaced by one of recoiling fear. He gave her kind eyes and sympathy. He couldn't leave her lonely, if it was his sister sitting here, he'd want someone to comfort her.

"Hey, you should drink some water," He approached her carefully, unsure of how she'd react. She said nothing, eyes switching focus all over his body. She seemed on edge, so he casually sits in a nearby chair backwards. This makes her eyes bulge. "I'm not gonna hurt cha. I'm not a suspicious guy remember?" he chuckles, trying to lighten the mood.

It helps. "Yeah...totally not sus that you don't know how to sit in a chair proply." she jokes, making him ease up, "Seriously what was Team DR thinking when they made up your official art,"

"Ay, it shows I'm a casual guy," "More like a weirdo," They get along. He can sense her pensive nature but is happy to take it slow. When she goes quiet, he speaks up, "This is nice, considering our characters never interacted. Oh, where are my manners, name's Rantaro Amami, former ultimate survivor, pretty ironic, huh?"

"Yeah, but I guess that's Danganronpa for you... You're famous from your appearance in DanganRonpa: 52, you know." She's a fan.

"Thanks, but correct me if I'm wrong, I didn't think you'd take too kindly to the typical snooty, famous type." He joked casually, friendly, "You just strike me as...the girl next door...quiet, shy...nothing like your in-game character..."

"Wow, you're not bad at reading people..."

"All in a day's work, DR took interest in my travelling lifestyle; but in actuality, I just can't stay in one spot for too long. Why should I when there's a world to see?"

"Hm, so you are the aloof type," She noted, "Yeah...I don't really know how to feel about my character...Team DR took my awful childhood and made me out to be this comedic-relief character when in reality...I thought my sob story would make a really inspirational story...I'm kinda embarrassed to face everyone now, honestly."

"Nonsense, I'm sure they'll love the real you, I know I do," he said it so casually, unaware of the confidence he just bestowed her, "considering how abrasive FakeTenko was..." He gets to his feet and opens his palm to her, "C'mon, I'll introduce you, I'm pretty used to it by now. I'll take all the pressure off you,"

He put her at ease. She shadows him during the game's chapter 4. Kaede scared her, Kirumi was a Debby downer, Angie had so much rage over her death. Korekiyo was outcasted/misunderstood she's able to sympathise with him as her character was also an outlier but that took time as his character arc was tragic yet disturbing. Ryoma was alright though. Very realistic but acted like the dad of the group and tried to keep the peace among these emotional DR fans.

Rantaro always keeps Tenko updated with the most popular characters as hers was 3rd fav throughout Japan. He liked her shy smile. She was much more stable than the rest of the deceased cast.

Tenko warms up to the boys first since they're more chill/fragile/real than she ever imagined and she could sympathise/relate to that.