Filbo/Journalist

The well-known cute video game Bugsnax has been receiving lots of love and attention towards the characters, especially Filbo and the Journalist. Continue reading to find out the shipper's POV on the Filbo/Journalist ship!
=== Close Friends ===
Although the Journalist's main purpose for arriving at Snaxburg was to interview Lizbert, they have made new friends along the way, the first being Filbo. When the two grumpuses meet, Filbo has been rambling to them after the Journalist assists him when they find him on the ground starving. He quickly gets attached to them and is willing to share any information that the Journalist needs to find Lizbert. To show his loyalty, he has Chandlo help build him the Journalist's hut and gives them free furniture in advance. He is always excited to be able to talk to the Journalist and cares deeply for them. He shows concern and comfort towards the Journalist whenever he believes they aren't doing well, such as the Journalist's allergic reaction to a Strabby that Filbo gave them. The Journalist can comfort Filbo as well if they choose one of the nicer things to say in the choice boxes.
=== Fanon ===
Although the Filbo/Journalist ship isn't that popular, it is still recognized and acknowledged. The ship between Filbo and the Journalists sparks closeness, loyalty, and comfort, making the fandom enjoy the ship as much as they enjoy the others. The main reason for the likeness of this ship is because of how close and respectful Filbo is towards the Journalist.
=== Canon ===
Canonically, Filbo views the Journalist as no more than a close friend that saved his life from starvation. This is arguably the main reason for his attachment to them. Like the others, he treats the Journalist with respect and comfort. The last thing he wants is for the Journalist to view them as a burden than a friend.
=== Headcanons ===
* Filbo views the Journalist with a similar persona to Lizbert.
* Filbo slowly catches feelings towards the Journalist.
=== Shipping Appearances ===
* The Journalist finds Filbo on the floor starving when they first arrive to Snaktooth so they save him by feeding him a Strabby.
* Filbo has high confidence in the Journalist to reunite Snaxburg.
=== Extras ===
* Whenever Filbo is referring to the Journalist he always says "Buddy".
* Whenever Filbo is fully prepared to throw a party in the village, he always waits for the Journalist's approval first.
* When the player gets the achievement for catching all bugsnax, Filbo gives them a reward certificate that they can place in their hut. Notably the certificate Journalist as "Buddy".
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