When I watched all the few episodes of Helluva Boss that show the development of the relationship between Loona and Blitzo, I started asking myself questions, which I’ll share with you today.
Of course, true Helluva Boss fans will say that Loona is Blitzo’s daughter, because Vivziepop said so. But I’m not a true fan, and I’m considered problematic in the fandom, so I’ll think logically. In Blitzo's flashbacks, where he adopts Loona, we see a kennel full of anthropomorphic dogs.
In this kennel, we see both an older dog who hasn't been adopted yet, as well as young puppies. This raises some questions—why are there no succubi in this kennel? Why are there even older dogs living in this kennel who need an owner to get out of there? It’s made clear that such kennels are a completely normal practice in Hell. Noted—keep this in mind.
In one scene, there’s a hint that Loona eats dog food,
and on top of that, Blitzo literally took her to the vet in the episode about vaccinations.
Keep this in mind as well while reading further; you’ll understand why later.
Now, let’s imagine this scenario: Loona wants to move out and cut all ties with Blitzo, as well as with those she met through him (Millie and Moxxie), just to start an independent life. Uff... complicated situation. Blitzo is both her boss, her owner, and her neighbor, so by doing this, she would lose the only acquaintances she’s ever had—Millie and Moxxie. She’d be left without a roof over her head and without a job.
What do we have as a result?
A being who is likely lower in the racial hierarchy than Blitzo, was taken from a kennel by him. Her entire life, including her job, is tied to Blitzo; she suffers from his abuse and, due to the factors listed above, cannot simply start living independently, even if she wants to. Hmm… what does this resemble? To me, it resembles actual slavery.
Knowing all this, it’s especially disturbing to see Blitzo playing the "good father" role for her, and all she can do is tell him off and show seemingly unfounded aggression toward everyone. But if we dig deeper, her aggression is actually justified. Of course, Loona feels trapped, as if there’s no way out, and all she can do in this situation is just lash out because she can’t change anything.
