RikoReg

RikoReg is the het ship between Riko and Reg from the Made in Abyss fandom

Canon
In the beginning of the series, Riko is attacked by a Crimson Splitjaw but is saved by Reg's Incinerator. She finds him passed out and decides to take him back to her orphanage, realizing that Reg is not a human, but most likely a relic from one of the lower levels of the abyss. Riko then ends up sneaking him into the orphanage, and tricking the administrators into taking Reg in. Because of this Reg has lost his memories. Soon after this, Riko receives a letter from her dead mother telling her to meet her on the last layer of the abyss. And because of this letter, Riko is determined to meet her mother. Reg decides to join her, because of his loss of memories, and to make sure Riko doesn't die. They are seen later sneaking out of the orphanage, and into the abyss.

During their time in the abyss they grow very close. Both of them deeply care for each other. One of the many examples of this is when Reg puts a protective shield around them using his Extendable Arms. Another example is when he is visibly upset when seeing Riko in any sort of pain, or when she is getting attacked. And like Reg, Riko is also very protective of Reg. The best example of this is when Ozen is battling Reg, and almost kills him. Here, Riko steps in saying how important Reg is to her, and how she will not be able to complete her quest without Reg being there.

Throughout the series, Reg is seen to be embarrassed by Riko, and considers this embarrassment to be "Irredeemable". You can see this embarrassment when Riko makes a comment on his body, complements him, shows any affection (This can include hugs and the like), or is undressed. Riko is also very curious about Reg and his specious. So, she will often push the bounderies, and embaress Reg while examining him.

Fanon
RikoReg is a fairly controversial ship in the fanbase. Surprisingly, it is the most unpopular ship in the fanbase. This may be because Riko is one of the most disliked lcharacters in the fanbase. Other then Riko, Reg is commonly shipped with either Nanachi or Marulk. Other popular ships in the fanbase include Ozen/Lyza and Nanachi/Mitty.

Fandom
Fanfiction

Made in Abyss tag, no actual RikoReg tag