3. Yuri
Timid, apologetic and introverted, Yuri is all kinds of weird. She has a fascination with surrealism that can border on the morbid side, but is lacking in conviction, and on most occasions, would much rather just go unnoticed than speak out. She is repressed to the umpteenth degree, and this can sometimes lead to sudden outbursts that take everyone aback. Or, you know, stabbing herself in the chest repeatedly. Which also tends to take people aback.
For all of her quirks, Yuri has trouble making new friends, and it is truly touching to see her begin to open up to the protagonist, allowing you to see all of her positive qualities. She’s a generous, thoughtful person held back by her own perceived lack of importance. Once Act 2 kicks in and Monika begins to tinker with her code a little more, Yuri’s descent into full-blown insanity can be particularly devastating to watch.
So why does she only take home the bronze in these illustrious standings? It mostly comes down to sizzle and razzle -dazzle, really. Some love Yuri’s understated elegance, while others prefer the charismatic directness of the two characters yet to come. Perhaps it all comes down to what you connect to more, on a spiritual or emotional level.
In the case of this list, it’s not quite so profound. A reminder: I named the protagonist Beef, guys.
