How do you pick your first LI in otome games?

[bloomieLoomie]

I'm typically ride or die for the cute ones. But sometimes, albeit rarely, they can have an ick about them that puts me off.

 

[MusicMi18]

This is probably a boring answer lol but I just follow the recommended route order for the story. Though if it's truly a game where route order doesn't matter, I go for whoever I prefer in terms of looks, personality, and voice.

For Hakuoki, I lucked out because I love Hijikata and his route is often recommended for one's first playthrough. I'm glad I did it that way.

 

[hashi]

I usually choose based on looks, first and foremost! I'm always tempted to jump straight into the route of the guy I like most, but sometimes I start with someone I'm not that interested in just to get a feel for the game first. I don't necessarily save my favorite for last, though!

 

[vivi:3]

Either by my favorite Voice Actor or design! If they have a deep, soothing voice and look like the stoic type, I'm locking in immediately