Oshi no Ko: Why Ruby & Aqua's Views on Ai Prove Their Found Family Was Doomed
Oshi no Ko: Why Ruby & Aqua's Views on Ai Prove Their Found Family Was Doomed By: Louis Kemner Jul 11, 2023 Aqua and Ruby Hoshino never agreed on what Ai really is to them, and they don't even call her the same name. That spells trouble. Oshi no Ko presents itself as a dark drama anime series that skillfully weaves together various themes, notably exploring the concept of found family. While other recent anime titles like Spy x Family depict the idea of found families in a positive and uplifting manner to captivate and motivate viewers, Oshi no Ko takes a distinct path with the peculiar Hoshino family. The Hoshino family's idiosyncrasies are evident through numerous reasons, some apparent and others nuanced. At first glance, the three members of the Hoshino family appear to have a harmonious relationship. Ai, a diligent single mother, fosters a strong bond between herself and her reincarnated children, Aqua and Ruby, who act as brother and sister. However, ...