History Analysis / SingleWomanSeeksGoodMan

* Conversely, the man may have been seriously burned by his first love, or life in general, and think either SillyRabbitRomanceIsForKids, or worse, SillyRabbitIdealismIsForKids. She will have to persuade the KnightInSourArmor to join the fight, or learn to love again. (This plot does risk turning her into the ManicPixieDreamGirl.)

* AllLovingHero = While most forms of media tend to underestimate a kind and forgiving soul, this is not the case. Perhaps the hero(ine) has [[TheCynic no optimism left]] because of tragic circumstance. Then, comes along their future lover who is genuinely kind, friendly, with an innate desire to help people. Being around someone who gives off such positive vibes can make them very attractive to certain forlorn individuals.
* ChivalrousPervert[=/=]LovableSexManiac = While the love interest may find the character's sexual libido to be a dealbreaker, they may see their more positive traits. Perhaps, the love interest, in a MomentOfWeakness, wants to have SexForSolace; but the hero refuses because they don't want to take advantage of the love interest and state so as much. And the significant other could also display that despite their love for sexual activities, they value consent and listening to their partner's wishes. And if the love interest were to want to try something kinky and be initially ashamed of it, the hero will reassure that there's no shame in having a particular desire.
* TheGoodKing[=/=]RoyalsWhoActuallyDoSomething = In most works of media, anyone of royalty is portrayed as corrupt, cowardly {{Jerkass}}es. Possibly the heroine (or hero) has been the victims of those types of royals and now see all of them like, including their love interest. At first. Over time, the heroine (or hero) slowly see that their love interest is actually a fair and wise ruler, actively trying to help their citizens.
* GoodParents = Maybe their love interest is a single parent raising a child or children; and one key attractive trait the hero (or heroine) might like is just how diligent they are parenting. Showing fairness, devotion, affection, and attentiveness to their child(ren) on a daily basis. If they have those traits in rearing offspring, there's a very high chance of them being that way in a romantic sense.

* KnightInShiningArmor = As [[ExactlyWhatItSaysOnTheTin exactly]] what the trope states. Some may find said trope to be corny given how overused it may be, but there's no denying it's appeal - A noble individual who willingly fights for and protects the weak and defenseless. Anyone would admire such bravery and selflessness.
* NiceGuy = Very simple reason. They are just a fundamentally good person, even with their flaws. And those said flaws either are small enough that the love interest isn't bothered or they gradually grow out of it into an even better.

* TheGoodKing[=/=]RoyalsWhoActuallyDoSomething = In most works of media, anyone of royalty are portrayed as corrupt, cowardly {{Jerkass}}es. Possibly the heroine (or hero) have been the victims of those types of royals and now see all of them like, including their love interest. At first. Over time, the heroine (or hero) slowly see that their love interest is actually a fair and wise ruler, actively trying to help their citizens.

* Conversely, the man may have been seriously burned by his first love, or life in general, and think either SillyRabbitRomanceIsForKids, or worse, SillyRabbitIdealismIsForKids. She will have to persuade the HurtingHero or a KnightInSourArmor to join the fight, or learn to love again. (This plot does risk turning her into the ManicPixieDreamGirl.)

* HurtingHero = The hero has been through so much but continues the good fight while being open about their past traumas and/or regret. They simultaneously show their heroism and ability to be vulnerable.

* KnightInShiningArmor: As [[ExactlyWhatItSaysOnTheTin exactly]] what the trope states. Some may find said trope to be corny given how overused it may be, but there's no denying it's appeal - A noble individual who willingly fights for and protects the weak and defenseless. Anyone would admire such bravery and selflessness.

* HurtingHero = The hero has been through so much but continues the good fight while being open about their
* NiceGuy = Very simple reason. They are just a fundamentally good person, even with their flaws.

!ArchtypalCharacters, other tropes, and their usual characteristics of the former two that explain reason why someone would seek a good person as a romantic partner

!Specific tropes that explain reason why a character would fall under the SingleWomanSeeksGoodMan umbrella

* AllLovingHero = While most forms of media tend to underestimate a kind and forgiving soul, this is not the case. Perhaps the hero(ine) has [[TheCynic no optimism left]] because of tragic circumstance. Then, comes along their future lover who is genuinely kind, friendly, with an innate desire to help people. Being around someone who gives off such positive vibes can make them very attractive to certain forlorn individuals.

!Other tropes that explain reason why a character would under the SingleWomanSeeksGoodMan umbrella

* HumbleHero = Having an arrogant lover may not always work out, especially if they let their ego go to their head. Meaning possible troubles in the relationship, if said lover can't even admit when they are wrong or need help. In contrast, having a more down-to-earth lover with the humility to know when they are right or wrong, can lead to a healthier romance.
* AllLovingHero = While most forms of media tend to underestimate a kind and forgiving soul, this is not the case. Perhaps the hero(ine) has [[TheCynic no optimism left]] because of some circumstance. Then, comes along their future lover who is genuinely kind, friendly, with an innate desire to help people. Being around someone who gives off such positive vibes can make them very attractive to certain forlorn individuals.

!!How to generate a plot when the love interest is a good guy, and therefore she needs to neither reform him nor lose her common sense to have a happy ending:

How to generate a plot when the love interest is a good guy, and therefore she needs to neither reform him nor lose her common sense to have a happy ending:

* There may be some romantically unrelated obstacle to their relationship. The two of thema are effectively "together" but they can't take that last step until this obstacle is removed. For instance, there's a war going on and one of both of them are fighting in it, or he is UnableToSupportAWife and thus seeking a fortune. Maybe there's an EngagementChallenge of some sort.

* There may be some romantically unrelated obstacle to their relationship. The two of thema are effectively "together" but they can't take that last step until this obstacle is removed. For instance, there's a war going on and one of both of them are fighting in it, or he is UnableToSupportAWife and thus seeking a fortune. Maybe there's an EngagementChallenge of some sort.

* The hero or heroine (or [[TwiceShy both]]) face difficulties in admitting their attraction. One of them might even be in a preexisting relationship -- and since he's such a nice guy, he's not going to stomp on his current girlfriend's heart or go after someone who's already taken.

* Conversely, the man may have been seriously burned by his first love, or life in general, and think either SillyRabbitRomanceIsForKids, or worse, SillyRabbitIdealismIsForKids. She will have to persuade the JerkWithAHeartOfGold or a KnightInSourArmor to join the fight, or learn to love again. (This plot does risk turning her into the ManicPixieDreamGirl.)