Iris/Relationships

*This article is a more in-depth to Iris's relationships in the serie*

**Status:** Father/Son

**Status:** Mother/Son

#### **Orange**

**Orange** is Iris's assigned hero, with whom he he shares a pretty good bond, although there have been instances of his hero appearing to dislike his behavior and actions occasionally. Evidence of this can be seen in Season 1, Episode 2, through a photograph of Iris offering a thumbs-up to Orange, presumably taken at the exact moment when Iris obtained him on the 3rd Tree of Life Anniversary. The photograph reflects the positive connection between him and Orange. It remains unclear why Iris appeared dejected while looking at the picture.

During Season 1, Episode 4, Iris and Orange demonstrated great teamwork as they worked together with Cube and Cyan to contain Lycanthropy. They successfully sealed him inside a purple dome, which was created by Iris and Orange.

In Season 1, Episode 5, it is likely that Iris instructed his hero, Orange, off-screen to stay with the other caretakers and heroes until Commando Circumsphere woke up. Meanwhile, Iris went with Cintagon, Cube, and Cyan to find Ajaceare. The reason for Iris leaving Orange without him tagging along is unclear, as they are usually a team.

In Season 1, Episode 9's opening sequence, during Iris's brief outburst towards Cube regarding the omission of information regarding his dream with Cubic since Episode 7, Orange, his hero, was seen manifesting visible disapproval towards Iris's behavior. This behavior illustrated Iris's lack of awareness regarding his negative conduct towards his companions which is displeasing to his own hero that continues further on at times.

During Season 2, Episode 1, Iris had limited interaction with Orange here in this episode. Nevertheless, he worked in collaboration with Orange, Cube, and Cyan to locate Circubit. Orange proposed that he and Cyan conduct an aerial search, which Iris approved, alongside his warning for them to be discreet. Upon locating Circubit alongside Cyanide, Iris devised a plan to subjugate Circubit by using the battle strategy he and Cube had developed since Season 1, Episode 4. Iris, in an unjustifiably menacing manner, causes discomfort among the group, including to Cube, Cyan, and his own hero, Orange. This similar conduct that affected his hero legitimately happened in Iris's brief outburst toward Cube in the opening scene of Season 1, Episode 9.

**Status:** Father and Son-Figures/Assigned Caretaker & Hero

## **Friends**

### **The Caretakers**

#### **Pentellow**

> Ah, I see. Well when you do, know that I'll be there to help you search for them.
>
> - Iris reassuring Pentellow he will be their for her to find her family in Season 1, Episode 7.

**Pentellow** is Iris's girlfriend who he loves very dearly. They had first met when they were still kids after Pentellow was found and taken in by Iris's parents. It was confirmed that Iris has been in a romantic relationship with Pentellow since their teenage years, as they are the only caretakers who share a mutual love for each other, evident by their glowing triangle chests that symbolize their affection. In the Pink Corruption QnA Part 2 video, Iris also stated that he only likes being called his affectionate nickname, "**Grape Jam**," from one of the shapes which is Pentellow.

In the short video "**How Pentellow Got Tsavorite**," Iris used to express initial concern for Pentellow regarding her decision to take on the role of second caretaker. Despite Pentellow's apparent lack of worry, Iris still cautiously tells her about it being a dangerous position.

Despite Iris's apparent feelings for Pentellow, he may on occasion become rather annoyed or embarrassed by her zealous displays of affection. In Season 1, Episode 3, for instance, when Pentellow rushes over to embrace him, Iris blushes, and his chest triangle glows, representing his reciprocated emotions while also indicating his bashfulness. Although this happened again in the subsequent episode, Iris didn't seem embarrassed and continued to talk with Pyrare instead.

In Season 1, Episode 7, Iris was previously unaware of Pentellow's childhood and family history despite their long-term relationship. Despite previously expressing curiosity in Pentellow's lineage and appearance, Pentellow claims to have no recollection of the details since being taken in by Iris's parents. However, Iris demonstrates his tender side by offering his support and care for Pentellow, including an assurance of his willingness to assist her in finding her family. During their conversation, they affectionately address each other as "**Grape Jam** and **Lemon Pie**," culminating in a passionate kiss interrupted by Cube."

In Season 1, Episode 9, when Pentellow expresses a bit of appreciation towards Cube for not letting his corrupted counterpart get them, Iris concurs with her statement, he acknowledges that the situation could have been better handled. Still, throughout the Family Search Subplot in Season 1, Iris remains focused on his goal of helping Pentellow locate her family. In the Season 1 Finale, when Pentellow finally discovers that her father is a Cintagon, Iris was generally happy about this.

**Status:** In Love/Traveling Companions

#### **Pyrare**

Iris does seemingly have a good relationship with **Pyrare** for knowing him for about a year now as a caretaker, despite him having little to no interactions with him. It was evident by Iris alongside his hero, Orange not "breaking" from Pyrare's initial appearance since at the end of Season 1, Episode 4.

In Season 1, Episode 5, Iris alongside the other caretakers and heroes were listening to Pyrare's story about how much he knows about the origin of the Tree of Life and how Dub and his son, Barracuda created the virus.

**Status:** Friends/Traveling Companions

#### **Cube**

> "Literally, keep your eyes open."
>
> - Iris seriously tells Cube to actually keep his eyes open while searching for Circubit in Season 2, Episode 1.

Iris is still friends with Cube, although there are instances where Iris's behavior falls short of Cube's expectations. When Iris first encountered Cube in Season 1, Episode 2, their relationship was tentative, with Iris only an acquaintance to Cube. Despite Iris's attempts to employ a dark sense of humor and feign enmity towards Cube, Lythorus, and Cyan, the latter did not find Iris's humor amusing, considering the gravity of their circumstances. Iris remained aware of Cube's condition with the Pink Corruption Virus, although he did not explicitly express this. Despite his unnecessary humor, Iris then proceeded to cure Cube's infection through the use of his orange purification triangle, which Cube duly appreciated.

Further into Season 1, Episode 2, Iris used to lecture Cube about his hero, Cyan maturing too quickly after colliding into the Cyan Tree of Life despite Cube waking up not knowing what happened due to him being controlled by the virus.

   In the end of Season 1, Episode 3 and on the Lycanthropy mission in Episode 4, Iris provided Cube with guidance and support including improving his skills as a caretaker by strengthening his bond with the hero, instead of solely prioritizing Cyan's safety, and discussing how weapons work to him. Nonetheless, initially, Iris approached Cube with a certain level of detachment, likely due to their relationship still being neutral at this time. This was evident by his inscrutable expression while offering Cube a reassuring gesture, alongside Pentellow, at the end of Episode 3. The reason behind Iris's somewhat indifferent attitude toward Cube here remains unclear. Further into Episode 4, Iris recognizes that Cube's combat skills were slightly obsolete. He then consoles him, albeit not overtly empathetic from the look of Iris's expression. Despite Iris offering him further instruction (previously said, the weapons), he rapidly shifted the conversation to discuss Pyrare instead. This was possibly due to Iris not seeming to care or feel interested about Cube's weapons being controllable or something else entirely.

Continuing in Episode 4, during their encounter with Lycanthropy, Iris was about to presumably start attacking him. However, Cube intervened, clarifying Lycanthropy's true identity as his friend, Lythorus, who had fallen victim to the virus. Cube's plan to save Lycanthropy without harming him makes Iris remember a method he and Orange had successfully employed on Dub. Following their triumph over Lycanthropy, Iris offered Cube a gesture of mutual respect in the form of a handshake, recognizing their triumph as a result of successful collaboration in the episode.

    Upon the arrival of Season 1, Episode 5, after the Lycanthropy mission, Iris began exhibiting a more reasonable degree of respect and cooperation towards Cube. This helps Iris to further develop his friendship with Cube. With Cube, Iris used the battle strategy they had devised in the previous episode to defeat Commando Circumcannon. This culminated in a brief celebration of their victory, with Iris extending a high-five to Cube, symbolizing the efficacy of their collaboration and the success of their battle plan.

Later in Episode 5, despite Cube's reluctance to not want Iris to come with him and Cintagon on the mission to search for Ajaceare, Iris still tags along with him and Cintagon. Iris responded to Cube's question for not wanting him to be corrupted or spread the infection, implying his awareness of Cube's infected spot since Episode 2 and for his safety. This can be proven further when Iris quickly saves Cube from an upcoming horde of corrupted flowers coming toward him, Cube, and Cintagon.

In the opening sequence of Season 1, Episode 6, Iris with Cintagon tries to help Cube to prevent his hero, Cyan from soaring away during his second sudden mature state. However, their efforts proved futile, as Cube lost his grasp on his grabbing claw, causing him, Iris, and Cintagon to plummet to the ground.

In Season 1, Episode 7, Iris observed Cube's despondent state following his hero Cyan's second sudden maturation in the previous episode. With a quick smile and some words of encouragement, Iris swiftly attempted to console Cube, reassuring him that everything would be alright for him. Nevertheless, it was clear that Iris's efforts were inadequate in addressing Cube's distress, but in actuality, Iris wasn't fully trying his hardest due to how quickly it went.

In Season 1, Episode 8, Iris with the other caretakers and heroes, and Ketches were visibly shocked by Cube's violent actions on Acrilimus, while him saving his hero, Cyan.

    With the onset of the Family Search Subplot, in the opening scene of Season 1, Episode 9, Iris, in a direct and uncompromising demeanor, berated Cube for concealing information about his dream with Cubic, from Episode 7 onwards. Iris's outburst proved to be emotionally charged for both Cube and perhaps his hero, Cyan too, with Cube presumably about to shed tears in response to Iris's harsh and insensitive conduct. Even though, Cube was rather oblivious if the dream was actually a sign.

Towards the conclusion of Episode 9, Iris became visibly agitated, covering his face with his hand upon learning of Cube and Cyan's intent to confront Cubic without their assistance, resulting in Cube's re-infection. Despite showing a bit of agreement with Pentellow for Cube not letting his corrupted counterpart get him and the others, Iris was still fully aware that Cube's situation could have been dealt with better. It is also clear that Iris never apologized to Cube for his brief untoward outburst concerning his dream with Cubic following this episode. This is likely because Iris doesn't want to apologize after this incident due to knowing how totally impulsive and stupid Cube was in this episode.

By the time Season 2, Episode 1 arrived, while in pursuit of Circubit, Iris's sudden change of character towards Cube took on a more serious and perhaps directive quality. He urged Cube to maintain a vigilant and attentive outlook, which made Cube feel rather uneasy and apprehensive due to the noticeable shift in Iris's behavior. This also made Cube mention to Iris that he wasn't this serious when it was Lythorus, implying to the Lycanthropy mission in Season 1, Episode 4 and his discomfort with Iris's attitude on this mission here indirectly. It was also shown that Iris was completely unresponsive and ignoring Cube's pleas for further clarification and insight about knowing anything of the skater character. The reason why Iris is not responding to Cube's response is not clear, even though it has been confirmed in the "Iris's Discovery" short video that he has an old close relationship with Circubit's pure counterpart.

As Season 2 progressed, in Episode 1, upon Iris and his team finally discovering Circubit with Cyanide, Iris took the initiative to formulate a plan to subdue and vanquish Circubit. Iris starts to make a plan with the group on how to capture and defeat Circubit by using the battle strategy he and Cube developed together in Season 1, Episode 4. Although Iris's approach while making the plan gives him a totally unnecessarily menacing and intimidating expression, causing discomfort for Cube, Cyan, and even his own hero, Orange for no apparent reason. Following Iris and his group's startling encounter with Circubit from behind due to their failed attempt to capture him while hiding in the bushes, Iris assumed a protective stance towards Cube, positioning him behind him while he intervenes with Circubit alongside Cyanide with him. Despite what happened on this mission, Iris with Cube and their heroes eventually defeated Circubit.

**Status:** Friends/Traveling Companions

### **The Heroes**

#### **Tsavorite**

Iris occasionally interacts with Tsavorite, but his relationship with him is likely comparable to his assigned hero, Orange.

**Status:** Friends/Likely Father and Son-Figures/Traveling Companions

#### **Cyan**

> Caretaker? That I am. The name's Iris.
>
> Iris greeting himself to Cyan for the first time in Season 1, Episode 2.

Iris doesn't interact with **Cyan** extensively, but still maintains a friendly relationship with him. During their first encounter in Season 1, Episode 2, Iris's initial pretense of posing as a pretend threatening figure due to his dark sense of humor toward Cube, Lythorus, and Cyan despite finding it unamusing. Iris's actions made Cyan feel a bit uneasy, but he told him in a serious tone that they were on a mission to reach the Tree of Life before Dub. In return, Iris gained Cyan's trust and gratitude by curing his caretaker, Cube, of an infection and showing him, Cube, and Cyan where the Tree of Life is while Iris stalls Dub for them.

However, Iris is one of the shapes fully aware of Cyan's sudden maturation issue. He has encountered this problem several times throughout the series such as Episode 2 and the opening scene of Season 1, Episode 6.

By the end of Season 1, Episode 8, Iris expresses frustration toward Cyan and his caretaker, Cube, for secretly planning to defeat Cubic without him and the others assistance and awareness, which utterly failed.

**Status:** Friends/Traveling Companions

### **The Chipzel Group**

#### **Marcle**

Iris has not interacted with **Marcle** since Season 1, Episode 4. However, he and the other caretakers and heroes were able to assist Marcle and Squadril in saving their leader, Purpex.

**Status**: Acquaintances or Friends

#### **Squadril**

Just like Marcle, Iris has never interacted with **Squadril** since Season 1, Episode 4, although he and the other caretakers and heroes were able to assist Squadril and Marcle in saving their leader, Purpex.

**Status**: Acquaintances or Friends

#### **Purpex**

Similar to Purpex's associates, Iris had not interacted with Purpex since Season 1, Episode 4. Towards the close of Season 1, Episode 7, Iris and his friends were present, listening intently as Purpex spoke about Pentellow's resemblance to one of her younger cousins, referred to as "Quintagon."

**Status**: Acquaintances or Friends

### **The Bossfight Group**

#### **Cintagon**

> "No prob, your in a group I assume?"
>
> Iris to Cintagon in Season 1, Episode 5.

Although Iris and Cintagon have maintained on positive terms since Season 1, Episode 5, they rarely interact. In that episode, Iris and his companions succeeded in saving Cintagon from the clutches of Commando Circumcannon. Cintagon expressed gratitude for Iris and his comrades' assistance, which Iris acknowledged, inquiring about Cintagon's group affiliation. Then, at their base, Iris alongside his friends were listening to Cintagon's story about him and his teammate, Commando Circumsphere's encounter with Ajaceare.

Later in that episode, Iris with Cube, Cyan, and along Cintagon to search for Ajaceare and presumably defeat her. While traveling, Iris shows reassurance toward him about keeping a close eye out on Cube's infection.

But, although later on, Iris with Cintagon, and Cube get easily overpowered by Ajaceare's powers, which she starts controlling Cube's infection spot to make him attack Iris, Cintagon, and Cyan.

In the opening of Season 1, Episode 6, Iris collaborated with Cintagon to help Cube save his hero, Cyan, before he uncontrollably flew away with him to search for Ajaceare due to Cyan being in his sudden mature state for the second time. Unfortunately, this didn't help as the trio were sent up the air with Cyan before Cube starts to lose his grip as they plummet into the ground.

In Season 1, Episode 10, Iris and Pentellow discuss with Cintagon about his knowledge of Pentellow's family, which was revealed by Polyhedron in the previous episode. Iris and Pentellow then listen to Cintagon's story about his wife's death and why he had to take his daughter away at the request of the Green Tree of Life.

**Status:** Acquaintances or Friends

### **The Danimal Cannon Group**

#### **Quintagon**

Iris is acquainted with **Quintagon** because he waved at her while he was smiling at the end of Season 1, Episode 8.

**Status:** Acquaintances

### **The Big Giant Circles Group**

#### **Circumuscle**

Iris appears to have been old friends with **Circumuscle**. He is shown to have a close relationship with him since he was still a teenager, which was evident in the Iris's Discovery short video of him happily hanging out with him.

In Season 2, Episode 1, Iris was happy to see Circumuscle alongside Spheer again, seeing him call out Spheer and a nickname he calls Circumuscle, "**Cee**" and waving to them from the distance. In a later part of the episode, Spheer becomes panicked when they see their grandmother, Cirtunda, in a mind-controlled state. Iris then asks Circumuscle to explain what caused this. Just as Circumuscle is about to answer, Spheer interrupts and shows the group a drawing they made of Circubit. Contextually, this prompts Circumuscle in Spheer's response about the situation as Iris with the others listen to his backstory about he and his members' encounter with Circubit.

**Status**: Old Friends

#### **Spheer**

Iris appears to have been old friends with **Spheer** since Iris was still a teenager, which was shown in the Iris's Discovery short video. Previously said, In Season 2, Episode 1, Iris was happy to see Spheer alongside Circumuscle again, seeing him call out Spheer and a nickname he calls Circumuscle, "**Cee**" and waving to them from the distance.

**Status**: Old Friends

#### **Cirtunda**

Iris appears to have been old friends with **Cirtunda** since Iris was still a teenager, which was shown in the Iris's Discovery short video.

**Status**: Old Friends

## **Enemies**

#### **Dub**

As a caretaker, Iris knows that **Dub** is one of the primary antagonists in the series, owing to his involvement in creating the Pink Corruption Virus with Barracuda.

In Season 1, Episode 5, after listening to Pyrare's story about Dub and the Tree of Life, Iris begins to feel rather sympathetic towards Dub, recognizing that he was once a friendly monster shape before turning evil. However, while Iris most likely does not condone his villainous actions for his role in the First Pink Corruption outbreak and subsequent events.

**Status:** Enemies

#### **Lycanthropy**

> So you're the only causing the leader of Chipzel to be corrupted huh?
>
> Iris recognizing Lycanthropy as being responsible for corrupting the leader of Chipzel, Purpex in Season 1, Episode 4.

In Season 1, Episode 4, when Iris is introduced to Lycanthropy, he becomes eager to engage in combat with him upon learning that he was responsible for corrupting the leader of the Chipzel Group. However, Iris, who was about to quickly fight him dissipates when Cube informs him that the corrupted flower is none other than Cube's childhood friend, Lythorus. This eventually made Iris abandon his attack on Lycanthropy and goes on with Cube's plan to defeat him.

**Status:** Enemies

#### **Barracuda**

Iris has knowledge about Pyrare's son, **Barracuda** since the opening scene of Season 1, Episode 5 through Pyrare's story, for knowing about him being one of the shapes alongside Dub, responsible for creating the Pink Corruption Virus.

**Status:** Enemies/Barrcuda Is Deceased

#### **Commando Circumcannon**

> "NOT FOR LONG!"
>
> Iris jumps in and starts to attack Commando Circumcannon in Season 1, Episode 5.

The same thing happened with his encounter with Lycanthropy. Iris was also shown to be eager to be the first to start attacking **Commando Circumcannon** in Season 1, Episode 5. Iris was able to defeat him with the help of Cube and their battle strategy they developed last episode.

**Status:** Enemies/Commando Circumcannon Is Vanquished

#### **Ajaceare**

In Season 1, Episode 5, Iris doesn't interact with **Ajaceare** except for knowing how strong she was. Alongside Cube, Cyan, and Cintagon, Iris hid while spying on her conversation with George.

**Status:** Enemies

#### **Corrupted George**

In Season 1, Episode 5, Iris never interacts with **Corrupted** **George** besides spying on him with Cube, Cyan, and Cintagon, listening to his conversation with Ajaceare.

**Status:** Enemies

#### **Cyanide**

> "I think it's for the best she's not here, she was a walking threat."
>
> Iris's thoughts about Cyanide since Season 2, Episode 1.

Iris appeared unaffected and unmoved by **Cyanide** towards the close of Season 1, Episode 9 , and towards so far, Season 2, Episode 1. Nevertheless, Iris also expressed his lack of trust in her, fully, admitting to his companions that he regarded her as a possible threat due to her being a corrupt. In later events during Season 2, Episode 1, while on the Circubit mission, Iris observed Cyanide cooperating with Circubit, alerting him to her as more suspicious and dubious toward him. Most likely, this made Iris unequivocally distrustful of Cyanide following the incident.

**Status:** Neutral For Cyanide/Enemies On Iris's Side

#### **Circubit**

> "Are you the one that turned that sphere's eyes pink!?"
>
> - Iris demanding Circubit to answer his question if he's the one behind turning Cirtunda's eyes pink since Season 2, Episode 1.

In Season 2, Episode 1, Iris finds **Circubit** to be a hostile corrupt toward him and his friends. Iris was seen questioning Circubit if he's the one behind turning the sphere's eyes pink, referring to Cirtunda in the Big Giant Circles Group.

**Status:** Enemies/Circubit Is Currently Vanquished

## **References**

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 [1] Episode 2's article.
2. ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 [2] Episode's 4 article.
3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 [3] Episode's 5 article.
4. ↑ [4] How long Iris was in a romantic relationship with Pentellow.
5. ↑ [5] Pink Corruption QnA Part 2 video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNPmWStAekA
6. ↑ [6] How Pentellow Got Tsavorite. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGM\_vjGT0UY
7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 [7] Episode's 3 article.