CommonerShipping

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CommonerShipping (Japanese: ダイ嬢 DaiJō or ダイプラ DaiPura) is the belief that Diamond and Platinum belong in a romantic relationship. It is one of two main shippings for Diamond & Pearl arc alongside Template:S and is considered its rival. The name is derived from how Diamond is a commoner compared to the wealthy Platinum.

The basis

Diamond is one of the two main male protagonists of the Diamond and Pearl saga. Usually shown with some type of food item; doughnuts, cookies, etc. He seems to have a very laid back and calm personality. He has shown great care for his Pokémon and enjoys sharing even his food with them. He enjoys the company of Platinum in much the same way, also tending to think kindly of her as a princess figure such as when he first met her.

Platinum is a very well mannered and skilled young girl, she is also the female protagonist of the Diamond and Pearl saga. She has her mind set on obtaining all the ribbons and Gym badges with the assistance of Diamond and Pearl, whom she originally believed to be her bodyguards. She seems to enjoy most of Diamond's antics and even giggles at most of his jokes. She also seems to be oblivious to the apparent crush Diamond has on her.

Evidence

Diamond's hints

• Round 338, Stagestruck Starly

When Diamond first meets Platinum, he appears dazzled by her appearance, even thinking of her as a "Princess".

Right after meeting Platinum, Pearl follows with a somewhat moody attitude whereas Diamond seems to stare at her in complete awe.

• Round 340, Extreme Luxio

Diamond adapts the nickname "Missy" to Platinum, then uses it full time upon hearing it used in reference to her for the first time.

• Round 348, VS Stunky

When Platinum falls once more while trying to learn how to ride a bike and says how she is scrapped up, Diamond quickly reacts and asks to where are the band-aids. After Pearl reprimands him and Platinum, Platinum leaves to practice alone and Diamond asks if it's okay to let her go alone, showing concern.

• Round 351, Perturbed by Pachirisu

When Platinum participates in her first Contest Diamond bakes a poffins for her to use in the first round. Also, right before the third round he gives her a pie he bakes for her, and gives her a pep talk which gives her the spirit to continue with the contest.

• Round 362, VS. Drapion and Kricketune I

Diamond tells Platinum about his encounter with Mesprit at Lake Verity, which is something that he didn't tell Pearl. When Platinum asks him why he told her but not Pearl, Diamond's facial expression suggests that he may have been called out.

• Diamond is fiercely determined when it comes to protecting Platinum. Fans believe he uses it as a way to show his affection for her.

Platinum's hints

• Round 344, Belligerent Bronzor

Platinum claims about Diamond that "the glutton" is actually a nice guy, and as Pearl explains about Diamond's personality, Platinum smiles gently.

• Round 351, Perturbed by Pachirisu

When she gives her Prinplup a poffin that Diamond made for her, she simply says "It's made by him." instead of elaborating on who is 'him'.

• Round 355, VS Unown II

Diamond pretends he can understand what the Unown are saying, and Platinum is shocked and believes him instantly, showing that she feels he wouldn't lie to her.

• Platinum is often shown laughing or giggling at Diamond's jokes and puns.

• Platinum gave Diamond a Mamoswine because it reminds her of him.

Other hints

• In the very beginning of the Diamond and Pearl arc, Platinum puts a ring with a pearl on her right hand, and a ring with a diamond on her left. Although it was on her middle finger, it was on her left hand which is where men and women place their wedding bands on. This could possibly an innuendo.

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