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"I submit to you that if a man hasn't discovered something that he will die for,
he isn't fit to live."

hello! my name is laby, thank you for visiting and reading.

I created this page out of pure love for my favorite character, Rio from Hypnosis Microphone.Originally, I intended to keep this short and simple....but I yap too much...so I want to try to pour my feelings into it instead. I hope you enjoy reading!! Some of it might be messy or hard to read because I come back and edit it a lot....hope It's not too bad..!!Rio has been a part of my life since October 2019...and I’ve truly loved him every moment since!!! What first drew me to him was his voice. Honestly, my initial reaction was, Wow, this guy has a super deep voice!!! I didn’t think much more of him at first, but I also thought his voice actor seemed really cool! :PWhat truly drew me to Rio was the moment Jyuto brought Samatoki to his camp to meet him. Despite the super rough introduction...they all managed to see something deeper in one another. Even when Samatoki and Rio clashed, they instantly recognized and respected each other's strength. The shift in their feelings when the thieves appeared..to me..it really cemented their trust as a group. <3 Although Rio initially didn’t want them fighting his battle, Samatoki and Jyuto stood by him without hesitation, and in that moment, Rio felt a strong sense of gratitude toward them!! Their bond means the world to me and their trust in each other is as unwavering as their strength.Another thing that drew me to Rio is, of course, his food and his incredible cooking skills!! I couldn’t write about him without mentioning it. Rio’s cooking is so often misunderstood, dismissed as just “weird” or “gross,” but in reality his food actually tastes amazing!!! His ability to take any ingredient, no matter how unusual, and transform it into a hearty, delicious meal showcases just how skilled he is!!
What makes it even more special is how he uses cooking as a way to show love and care. Rio’s desire to treat Samatoki and Jyuto to meals isn’t just about feeding them, it’s his way of expressing how much he values them as family. Even if Samatoki and Jyuto think the ingredients might be strange or unconventional, they know his dishes are made with love and eat them anyway, sometimes going as far as to make themselves hungry so they don't hurt his feelings!
This extends beyond just Samatoki and Jyuto; Rio’s cooking is a language of love and respect for everyone he cares about. Reducing his talent to just “gross food” or focusing solely on the "unusual ingredients" does a disservice to how skilled, thoughtful, and caring he truly is. Rio is so much more than that, and I absolutely adore him for it!!Rio has brought me so much comfort, and my connection with him has only grown stronger over time. Loving a fictional character this deeply is something I’m still learning to navigate, even after six years... It’s not a topic I usually delve into....mostly out of embarrassment, even with those closest to me. But sometimes, it’s okay to be vulnerable about things that might feel a little embarrassing! And knowing there are others out there who share these feelings brings me even more comfort.It’s an experience full of emotions that are hard to fully comprehend. At times, it can make you feel delusional or like you're doing something wrong. As someone who has been self-shipping with characters since I was little, this is definitely a much stronger feeling than it has been in the past.With Rio, it feels completely different. To me, our connection runs far deeper than a simple self shipping thing... I see Rio not just as someone I love but as an extension of myself, as if we complete each other. I see qualities in him that I wish I had and it makes me want to strive for it.To the average person, it might seem like an unhealthy obsession. Why waste so much love on something that isn’t real? But love is never a waste! Some things are created to be loved, whether they are real or not. Love isn’t confined to the physical..it’s a strong connection that goes beyond what we can see or touch. It’s only natural to love something that brings you happiness. And if something fictional can bring this kind of joy, then that’s all that truly matters!In regards to the whole yumeship or yumejoshi stuff, I am a bit of an outsider within the yumeshipping community and I don't fully see myself as part of it I guess? I'm a bit shy okay hehe.. I still treat me and Rio as more of a personal thing so I havent explored the yumeship community very much. I only recently created my "yumesona" and I don't really have any super deep story for her like I tend to see people often have. Honestly I just see her as an extension of myself...a dream version of me who can explore and love Rio in his world. I wish I had more of a backstory for her, like many other yumejoshis do, but for now, she’s just the "me" that loves him!Rio brings me a deep sense of happiness and a feeling of protection that I can only hope to return to him. His bravery and strength are qualities I can only dream of possessing, yet despite that, I still see parts of myself in him. I often imagine us escaping the noise of the world together, just the two of us. I hope I can take care of him the way he takes care of me.A lot of people tend to reduce Rio to just a stoic, emotionless military man. I've seen him described as brainless and all brawn, or even useless or not trustworthly within MTC... But he’s so much more than that, and it hurts me that others can’t see it. It pains me to know that people would think so little of him when he’s so much deeper than what’s visible on the surface.
If you don't know him at all then maybe I could understand, as even I don't look into Hypmic lore or anything much myself..but I promise you he's more than just a bug obsessed military guy.Sometimes, I feel guilty for not knowing every single fact or detail about Rio that exists. Honestly, though, I find myself treating him more like my own character than just a part of the canon story... so that’s probably on me. I project so many of my own thoughts and feelings onto him that, at this point, he might as well be my OC. I get so caught up in viewing Hypmic through a “Rio colored lens” that I often lose sight of everything else!But no matter if you know him or don't, his dedication and love for his teammates should be proof enough of who he truly is! He is brave, loving, and loyal. To me, he is everything. :3My love for Rio naturally extends to Samatoki and Jyuto as well!! They are family to me too. I deeply respect and adore them just as much because I know how much they mean to Rio. The three of them are absolutely inseparable in my mind like three silly peas in a pod. Watching their interactions in any form of Hypmic media never fails to make me smile!! :3No matter what, I will always love and support Rio, as if my life depends on it. Our bond is unbreakable, just like MTC!!I hope this wasn't too long or confusing to read...I'm still learning how to express my feelings about this whole thing. If you made it this far, thank you. I really appreciate it. ^_^I hope the whole world will continue to love Rio, because I know I will!!!