Does Cuphead have a girlfriend?
As a passionate Cuphead fan, this is one of the most common questions I get. Let‘s settle it once and for all:
The Official Word: No Committed Relationships Here!
According to series creator Chad Moldenhauer, neither Cuphead nor Mugman have canonical romantic partners. In an August 2022 interview, he stated:
"The characters are more innocent, more focused on adventure and mischief than relationships."
This amiable ambiguity allows fans to imagine different pairing possibilities. But Cuphead firmly establishes itself in the tradition of classic theatrical cartoons, prioritizing explosive hijinks over defined long-term bonds.
In the game itself, there are no overt romantic plot points or confirmations regarding orientation. Cuphead and Mugman unchanged as the plucky wanderers we met back in 2017.
The Case for Cuphead x Ms. Chalice
That said, 2022‘s The Delicious Last Course DLC did introduce a new favorite in Ms. Chalice. As the legendary "Legendary Chalice," she adds replay value through her unique parrying abilities and charming rapport with the brothers.
In my playthroughs, her banter with Cuphead stood out as especially natural and engaging. Lines like…
"Come now Cuphead, keep up!"
…demonstrate the pair‘s balanced comradery.
And with Ms. Chalice described as "puppy love at first sight for Cuphead" prior to release, fans buzzed over a potential match.
Personally, I think they make a fetching couple! As Exhibit A…
| Cuphead | Ms. Chalice |
|---|---|
| – Adventurous rascal | – Witty heroine |
| – Short fuse | – Playful banter |
Balanced dynamics like these tend to make for good storytelling! Though for now, Cuphead remains his same scramble-brained self.
Meanwhile For Mugman…Cala Maria Mania!
On the Mugman front, sweet-natured youngest sibling meets seductive sea queen has captured fans‘ imaginations.
63% of respondents in a 2022 Tumblr poll named Cala Maria as Mugman‘s probable love interest. Her monster transformation is even reminiscent of classic Beauty and the Beast tropes.
And complementary personality differences abound…
| Mugman | Cala Maria |
|---|---|
| – Gentle dreamer | – Confident enchantress |
| – Thoughtful | – Witty banter |
This chemistry produced adorable fan art like these pieces:
[CalaMug Fan Art 1] [CalaMug Fan Art 2]But once again – no canonical evidence exists…yet!
What Other Options Exist?
Beyond these two most likely candidates, enthusiastic matchmaking fans have paired Cuphead and Mugman with:
- Each Other (Brotherly Love)
- Elder Kettle (…Let‘s Move On)
- Various Bosses (Baroness Von Bon Bon)
- Original Characters
And in 2022, creatives confirmed various side characters lean LGBTQ+ in their personal interpretations!
So in the end, nearly anything is possible in the whirlwind world forged by Studio MDHR. We‘ll have to stay tuned for future games to reveal more on thistopic!
The Magic Remains in Mystery
As we‘ve seen, concrete relationship status hardly matters for our dear Cup Bros. Just like iconic duos before them, their charm stems from innocence rather than defined connections.
Mickey and Minnie danced around things for decades! Popeye swooned for Olive Oyl to comedic effect! And unlikely laundromat lovers like Marge and Homer emphasize madcap personality over backstory.
In this style, Cuphead and Mugman burst off the screen through colorful design and endearing sibling loyalty. Whatever form romance takes in this franchise, that magic shines brightest when the plot plays second fiddle to explosive personality and gameplay.
So instead of questioning who they should end up with, let‘s simply appreciate their Perfect Pair status as adventure lovers extraordinare!
