In Defense of Adrien Agreste

Amazing video and amazing points. I'm happy you made this video to help shed light on things that are easy to gloss over for the average viewer. Adrien is an amazing empath, and all his actions come from a past where he was continuously lied to over and over again. Words aren't enough for him, and he's right. Despite that, he never wants to see anyone suffer the way he has, and is willing to throw everything away to save someone from stumbling upon that path. He is an amazing character and an amazing friend. Again, thank you so much, Gee.

im honestly glad we are starting to see growth with his character. its nice to see that he's trying to do better about standing up for himself and getting a better understanding of those around him who get frustrated with his actions. hopefully season 5 can keep this character development they started with him going.

A 30 MINUTE VIDEO DEFENDING SUNSHINE BOY??? I CANT WAIT 🥺🥺

19:25 I agree in what you say tbh! Adrien can be selfish in his selflessness. There’s always ego in selflessness. Also it’s definitely both LB and CN’s fault for the bad communication

I love adrien as a character because I relate so much to him. A kid who’s constantly been overprotected and overwhelmed with expectations, never feeling validated, and constantly being in your room with the feeling of loneliness being right there with you. I really hope we get more Adrien POV episodes

Adrien’s arc this season brings out so many things we didn't know about Adrien in past seasons! I can't wait to watch this video

25:30 it's funny how the whole of the episode Risk on Adrien is about people coming to him and in some way or another trying to convince him that he needs to stand up to his father and take control of his life. And it's interesting how they first bring Marinette to try and convince him then they bring Felix and then Kagami, I say "interesting" because Marinette is someone Adrien trusts, and Marinette tries to calmly ask him why he won't stand up to his father and is the first one to tell him he should do it, it's like the universe is starting to bring Adrien subtle signs that he needs to take control of his life. Then Felix comes along, I know everyone says that Felix only used Adrien for his own plans which yes that's true but for a little bit he did actually try, in his own way, just like Marinette and Kagami, to tell Adrien that he needs to set himself free, even if in the end he was like "Alright I'm done let's use him for my own devious plan now😁" 😂. I have other things in mind to say that could show why Felix does actually care about Adrien but that's not important now. But back to it Felix is not the one to really scream in people's faces especially not to Adrien, he's mostly the calm one, so this is just a step up from Marinette a little more on the nose but still not it. Then comes the big guns, Kagami. Completley screaming in his face while still giving the most clear and well worded explanation, and all of that builded up together is what makes Adrien finally snap out of it. It's like Marinette was the "Why don't you do it?" Felix was the "You should do it" and Kagami was the "BOY YOU DO IT RIGHT NOW

I’m really excited to see that we are getting more Adrien screen time on season 5 because of the Agreste arc and he definitely deserves it in season 5 this is the time to Adrien to shine ✨

this a great view of Adrien. Adrien is such an interesting character since he has a terrible homelife he sees things differently than the way other teenagers see things but somehow, he does not his terrible homelife get the best of and he still manages to be an amazing friend which, is defying the odds against him. It has been scientifically proven if you grow up in the kind of environment Adrien grew up in you are most likely going to a be a bully. I also think all the point you made further the prove the idea that Adrien needs Marinette in his life. Since Marinette is the exact opposite of Gabriel in the sense that she is always willing listen to anything Adrien has to say Marinette completes his life without Marinette Adrien would feel more alone and uncomfortable than he did before Gabriel started letting him attend school.

Perhaps if he takes charge of the whole team once everyone's gotten back their kwamis. Not just cuz it would take pressure of of LB but it could change up the dynamic as well

I just hope adrien/cat noir will finally do something for his life fighting super villains and new powers in season 5

He is a beautiful sunshine boy who's misunderstood...Thanks for making this video <3

Another fantastic video, and thank you for coming to the defense of Adrien Agreste because many people in the fandom don't understand what he's going through and the abuse and trauma he can't get out of. I like how you mentioned that he is co-dependent, which is something I don't think it's talked about in the fandom. As you said, Adrien expects every relationship he has in his life and with people he interacts with will be exactly like his father. He needs to put on a mask and be a certain way to be accepted by people. Obviously, being a model, the face and ambassador of his father's fashion company, he's expected to be that way, or people won't buy his dad's clothes and products. It's the only thing that he knows. So, Adrien expects that from everyone, even his best friend Nino, because accidentally, Nino gives the impression that Adrien is this cool kid with a rich dad, and that's who he needs to be. It's also one of the reasons he models; even though he hates everything about it, it's mostly to receive the love and admiration he desperately craves from his dad. Something as you mentioned with Ladybug, he depends on her to free him of the burden of his civilian life but still be the superhero that cracks puns and is the fun partner for her. My poor sunshine boy.🤧🤧😢 Also, I think you forgot to mention his friendship with Marinette, where he doesn't need to put up a facade around her or anything else. As we've seen in the show like he's sad one moment, then Marinette enters the room; he's all happy and excited. He is drawn to her because he can be more honest with her than anyone else. After all, she listens and cares about him and doesn't force him to do something he doesn't want to do. Marinette gives him advice and encourages him rather than make himself feel sorry for himself, as we've seen with that scene in Risk with Felix. The Adrienette in this season was incredible.

I loved this so much, it highlighted all the points which needed to be said and explained Adrien's character amazingly. I'm still hesitant about the Sentmonster theory but that's partly me being in denial and partly me being disbelieving of that since Adrien's character itself is so supressed that it's no wonder his dream was to be what his parents wanted him to be, and that he can't speak up for himself. That can stem from the self esteem issues he has and though everyone is saying that the theory is basically confirmed, a part of me just can't believe it. But I agree with everything else you and Aurora said.

Adrien's complexity as a character is why he's my favourite character.

Oh I just know this video essay is gonna be so good! It’s about time someone defends him🥺

Honestly, Adrien reminds me a lot of Finn from Adventure Time. Both messed up in their relationships with girls, but much like Finn learned from his experiences, I think Adrien has too; the writers just don't always show it. Based on this, I think Adrien will eventually become friends with Kagami again, or at the very least be on speaking terms with her.

Hopefully ppl stop complaining about how Mari uses other holders after all this.

Great video! Glad you made this, because I am so tired of seeing people talk about how useless Cat Noir is when in fact that is far from the truth. This guy has helped Ladybug so many times by protecting her or keeping her sane when she's on the verge of losing her confidence and giving up. This boy is endlessly supportive! I hope you're having a great summer, and I can't wait to see your next video!

I know for sure that adrienette will totally work out! Also it’s so exciting how things are going in the show.