Lately it has been pretty hard to escape the Hetalia craze for Deviants around the circle Earth. Anybody who actively browses artwork will have most likely come across a tribute to the manga-turned-anime series and it’s characters at some point during the last few weeks. Not wanting to feel left out, I decided to watch the series online to see what all the fuss was about. 31 five minutes instalments later I find myself strangely and inexplicably hooked. I had to ask myself why and how I enjoy these pockets of plotless insanity, and the answer came down to something I have always loved and laughed at…


I think they are great - which is why I found it so surprising that a few APH related artworks were sparking heated debates and arguments concerning national identity. These stereotypes are meant to be fun, and as sweeping generalisations by nature, they are more often than not grown from seeds of truth. Sometimes it’s good to be able to laugh at yourself.

For example, I am English. I am eating a scone and drinking tea while I write this, today I am having a Sunday roast and yesterday I played tennis (poorly) in the rain.
I actually think that being seen as an eccentric tea drinking, cynical, dragon slaying, sarcastic, ex-pirate turned gentleman isn’t so bad...
…but don’t believe what you hear about our cooking! I’m a brilliant cook I tell you! And forget fish and chips, it’s a good Sunday dinner and full English breakfast you want with a nice piece of Victoria sponge. Lavlee.


Do you enjoy national stereotypes? How accurate is yours and how well do you fit into it? Tell me where you come from and how truthful Hetalia is to you and your nation’s quirks by dropping me a comment below. You can also take part in my poll and let me know who your favourite character is.

Cheerio for now


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