Relationship of Bell Crennel and Ryu Singh, explained

Key takeaways

• Bell and Ryu were brought together by circumstances: war games and dungeon adventures.
• Their bond deepened on the ground floor due to trust and physical intimacy.
• With recent events derailing their romance, Ryu's future with Bell is uncertain.

Bell Cranel has been the center of affection for many women in Orio since the first season Danmachi. While Bell has relegated most of these characters to friends only, there is one girl who remains at the forefront of Bell's romantic endeavors – Ryu Singh. Bell and Ryu become acquainted after being introduced to each other by Syr. However, after fighting many battles together, Bell and Ryu have developed a very strong bond.

Whether it's helping Bale fight the Apollo Familia or saving his life countless times in the dungeons, Ryu has been by Bale's side through thick and thin. of season 5 Danmachi Much of Bell focuses on Syr's feelings for Crannel, although these feelings are not reciprocated by Bell. This leaves room for Ryu to be Bell's final mate, especially considering he boasts the closest bond with her.

Circumstances brought it together

Bell and Ryu were brought together by War Games

Unlike Ais, Syr, and the rest of Bell's romantic interests, Ryu is introduced. of Denmachi The story in the second season. During the war games between the Apollo Familia and the Hestia Familia, Bell is forced to hold his own against the entire family. To help Bell in battle, Sir introduces Bell to Ryu Lion, a mysterious waitress at the Hostess of Fertility. Secretly a high-level adventurer, Ryu decides to secretly assist Bell in the war games, effectively leading him to victory over the Apollo Familia.

Ever since the fighting games, Ryu has been an important character of Denmachi the story The battle was the first of many events where Ryu would be stuck next to Bell. However, it wasn't until Season 4 of DanMachi that their bond truly deepened, as the depths of the dungeon brought both characters closer than ever.

The lower floors of the dungeon deepened their bond

Bell and Ryu battled side by side on the lower floors of the dungeon

Bell Crennel and Ryu Singh's relationship had already grown significantly since the War Games. However, the real growth in their relationship came after their near death tryst on the lower floors of the dungeon. During season four DanmachiHestia Familia entered the dungeon as part of a whole leveling up.

While Ryu was not initially part of the party that went to the dungeon, Bell became embroiled in his affairs after being accused of murder. This moment also showed the depth of their bond, as Bell was willing to testify of Ryu's innocence, even before finding any evidence that would exonerate him. However before he could prove his innocence, both Bell and Ryu were drowned in the dungeon's lower floor due to Juggernaut's rampage.

A bond based on trust and respect

The downstairs moments between Bell and Ryu were pivotal in bringing the two closer, as they risked their lives for each other on multiple occasions. Their most intimate moment came after their narrow escape from the Colosseum, an area within dungeon pits containing an almost-infinite number of monsters. The two had to share a single piece of clothing to stay warm, which led to the first physical intimacy between Bell and Ryu.

These events forced Ryu to show his vulnerable side to Bell, including sharing his past within the Astria Familia. Only a few characters in Danmachi Aware of the events on the 30th floor, Bell is one of them. This shows Ryu's trust in Bell, as even his friends in the Hostess of Fertility are unaware of these events in his past.

My chest is hot… but my body is freezing cold.

Bell and Ryu's current relationship

New events have derailed their romance

of season 5 Danmachi All kinds of terrifying revelations, mainly Sir's true identity, are haunting. These events have overshadowed the romance between Bale and Ryu that continued in the previous season. While Bell may have already moved on from their intimacy, Ryu is clearly still in love with him. This became evident when she ignored Bell and relegated herself to the sidelines after Cyr asked Bell out on a date.

Ryu's future with Bell is now uncertain. However, the revelation that Syr is Freya raises the possibility of Ryu ending up with Bell. Ais is often referred to as an end-game romantic partner for Bell Crennel, mainly because her passion is the source of his power. However, Liaris Freese no longer needs Bell's feelings for Ais's activation, which could possibly lead to her feelings for Ais slowly diminishing.

I've been having trouble seeing your face lately.

Ryu may not be the final romantic partner for Bell Crennel DanmachiHowever she has clearly cemented herself as the most suitable person. The chemistry between Ice and Bell pales in comparison to Ryu and Bell's deep relationship. Ace has also become a supporting character in the show. However, she still remains the most likely match for Bale, as she has been the object of Bale's affections since the very first episode. DanmachiHowever this may change as the series progresses.

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