- Fan-Preferred Couple: Many fans seem to support Inuyasha/Orihime, finding Orihime to be a better match for him than canon!Kagome ever was. Orihime's compassion, maturity, and patience brings out the best of Inuyasha, something Kagome is incapable of doing without it leading to a petty argument. Many Kagome detractors felt like Inuyasha only ended up with Kagome in canon because she was Kikyo's reincarnation and, therefore, was obligated and forced to end up with her. Orihime is a breath of fresh air, and the fact that she was no relation to Kikyo nor Kagome makes it all the better.
- It has gotten to the point where even Miroku and Shippo seem to be okay and/or supportive of Inuyasha's growing relationship with Orihime. As much as they care for Kagome and don't want to see her heartbroken, they are rather accepting of Inuyasha moving on. This is within hours of meeting and knowing Orihime. They were never this supportive when it came to Inuyasha/Kikyo and actively wanted Inuyasha to forget about Kikyo and choose Kagome.
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