Who did Seto Kaiba marry in Yu-Gi-Oh?
Let’s address the Blue-Eyes White Dragon in the room first – there are no definitive answers on Seto Kaiba‘s marriage partner in the canon Yu-Gi-Oh storylines and lore. The cold-hearted CEO of Kaiba Corporation and rival to Yugi Muto has no clear romantic relationships plotted out across the anime, manga, or associated movie tie-ins.
However, that has not stopped passionate Yu-Gi-Oh fans from heatedly speculating about which character could potentially thaw Kaiba’s icy heart and walk down the aisle with him. As one of the franchise‘s most popular characters, Kaiba‘s love life – or lack thereof – has sparked endless debate in the fandom for over 20 years now.
The Top Contenders for Kaiba‘s Heart
Drawing from extensive backstory analysis, personality compatibility interpretations, and fan polls – the following female characters consistently rank at the top of prospective romantic partner lists for Seto Kaiba amongst diehard Yu-Gi-Oh fans.
#1 Kisara – The Maiden with Eyes of Blue
Kisara‘s incarnation of the legendary Blue-Eyes White Dragon serves as the strongest evidence linking her to Kaiba. Throughout the anime and manga, his obsession with the Blue-Eyes card borders on unnatural – building shrines, refusing to part with it, basing his entire battling ideology around the use of maximum power.
This intrinsic bond hints that his soul could have been spiritually connected to the Blue-Eyes maiden in ancient Egypt. Especially considering his modern day resemblance to the High Priest Seth. While merely a fan theory, Kisara tops polls ranking Kaiba‘s potential partners due to their supernatural connection through his favorite monster. Some of the most ardent Kaiba lovers in the fandom adamantly believe Kisara and Seto are destined across time and space.
Interaction History
- Saved Kaiba in his past life as Seth when his soldiers turned against him
- Kaiba showed unusually high concern when Kisara was injured protecting him
- Kisara sacrificed herself to embed her spirit in Seto‘s Duos Dragon
Shipping Popularity
| Series | Total Fanfictions on AO3 | Kaiba x Kisara Stories | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yu-Gi-Oh | 25,746 | 3,122 | 12% |
#2 Ishizu Ishtar – Mystical Egyptian Beauty
As an esteemed member of the Tomb Keepers clan tasked with guarding the Pharaoh’s tomb, Ishizu interacts with Seto more than almost any other female character in the franchise. Their rivalry intensifies during Battle City tournament, and her magical Millennium Necklace intrigues Kaiba’s technological mind.
Ishizu shippers will highlight how her Egyptian history ties into Kaiba’s past life as Priest Seth. And there’s no denying her beauty turns heads in any room. While she pursues her own agendas surrounding the Pharaoh’s mission, fans debate whether her and Kaiba’s paths crossing so often implies a deeper connection.
Interaction History
- Ishizu donated Obelisk the Tormentor to Kaiba’s Battle City tournament
- Kaiba scoffs at her prophecies but gets drawn in by the Millennium Necklace
- High Priest Seth in the past had his own encounters with Ishizu’s predecessors
Shipping Popularity
| Series | Total Fanfictions on AO3 | Kaiba x Ishizu Stories | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yu-Gi-Oh | 25,746 | 1,783 | 7% |
What does canon tell us about Kaiba‘s romantic future?
Across 320+ episodes and chapters in the Yu-Gi-Oh manga and anime (plus tie-in movies), Seto Kaiba’s evil alter-ego never takes an interest in romantic love or relationships. His only passion lies in his rivalry with Yugi – spending all waking hours obsessed with defeating the “King of Games” in a duel and reclaiming his own title.
But while Kaiba avoids typical teen romances, many other major characters find themselves in confirmed relationships that give clues into how love plots develop in the Yu-Gi-Oh universe:
- Yugi Muto and Tea Gardner – The two protagonists slowly realize their affection through tender moments across all story arcs, until final acceptance as a loving couple in the conclusion.
- Joey Wheeler and Mai Valentine – Joey melts the heart of the cold “Harpie Lady”, and despite Mai’s reluctance they form an unbreakable bond.
- Jaden Yuki and Alexis Rhodes – Yu-Gi-Oh GX’s lead characters portray a fondness spanning seasons, eventually spending their lives together after graduation.
These canon examples showcase hallmarks of central romantic storylines within the franchise – they evolve slowly over long periods of interaction, form from original rivalry or disdain, and tell stories of personal growth for both parties.
Using those templates as guidance, we find the most plausible candidates for Kaiba are characters like Kisara and Ishizu that checked off many of those same boxes in their limited screen time.
What the future may hold for Kaiba in new series
Unlike protagonists Yugi, Jaden, Yusei who get neatly wrapped up conclusion episodes – Seto Kaiba’s narrative remains more mysterious and open-ended. Even series creator Kazuki Takahashi admits he left Kaiba‘s destiny ambiguous on purpose!
But with recent announcements confirming Yu-Gi-Oh sequels and spinoffs set after the original story, speculation is running rampant that we may finally get answers on Kaiba’s fate. Has the passage of time changed his singular obsession with rivals and power? Will he open his heart to companionship from someone able to scale his fortress walls? Or will he remain a cold-hearted loner till the end of his days?
While we await news on any future Kaiba romance action, one thing remains absolutely certain – no female lead stirs more passion amongst Yu-Gi-Oh fans than envisioning themselves married to the enigmatic CEO of Kaiba Corporation! Check back here as we report the latest buzz on what the new series could unveil!
