Aarti Deegwal
Angel & Faith is a canonical comic book continuation of Buffy the Vampire Slayer that has been running since 2011. The series follows Angel and Faith Lehane as they attempt to redeem themselves for past actions and prevent others from making the same mistakes. While the two characters are platonic life partners, there is some fan speculation about whether they could become romantically involved.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| --- | --- |
| Relationship status | Platonic life-partners |
| Relationship type | Deeply supportive friendship |
| Relationship dynamic | Angel is the only one who has never "used" Faith |
| Angel's feelings for Faith | Gratitude, loyalty, and undying love |
| Faith's feelings for Angel | Loyalty |
What You'll Learn
Angel and Faith's relationship
Angel and Faith have a deep understanding of each other, and their relationship is built on mutual trust and support. Angel is the only person who has never "used" Faith, and he is the only one who has not given up on her. Faith is loyal to Angel because of this, and she is willing to help him even when he is in a catatonic state.
While there is no indication that Angel and Faith fall in love in the comics, there is some sexual tension between them. In one instance, Faith is described as having "Daddy Issues", and she is worried about what will happen to Angel in Quor'toth, an alternate dimension where Angel previously had trouble controlling his demon side.
Despite the sexual tension, Angel and Faith's relationship is described as platonic, and they are referred to as "Platonic Life-Partners". Their relationship is also described as one of "Undying Loyalty", and they are said to have unconditional support for each other.
Overall, Angel and Faith's relationship is a complex one, built on trust, loyalty, and a shared desire for redemption. While there is some sexual tension between them, their relationship is primarily platonic and based on a deep understanding of each other.
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Angel's redemption
The series begins with Angel in a catatonic state following the events of Buffy Season 8, in which Angel, under the influence of the Twilight crisis, killed Rupert Giles. Faith, Angel's only remaining ally, takes him in and nurses him back to health. Together, they embark on a mission to resurrect Giles and atone for their past actions.
Throughout the series, Angel and Faith face various obstacles and enemies, including Whistler, Pearl, Nash, and a group of British Slayers led by Nadira, who seek revenge for Angel's past actions. Angel and Faith must also grapple with the consequences of their actions, as they attempt to prevent further harm and make amends.
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Faith's redemption
Faith is loyal to Angel, as he is the only one who has never "used" her. She also wants to help Angel because she wants to bring Giles back, as he was nice to her too. Faith is also seeking redemption for her past actions, including accidentally killing the deputy mayor and her father's involvement in her life. She is determined to prevent other slayers from making the same mistakes she did.
Angel is seeking redemption for his involvement in the Twilight crisis and the death of Rupert Giles. He is on a quest to resurrect Giles and make amends for his past actions. Angel and Faith work together to find the scattered pieces of Giles' soul and put a stop to Whistler, Pearl, and Nash's plan to unleash a magical plague on humanity.
Angel and Faith's relationship is platonic, and they are described as "platonic life partners". However, some fans have speculated about the possibility of a romantic relationship between the two.
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Angel's guilt
In the Angel & Faith series, Angel is left in a catatonic state following the events of Buffy Season 8, in which he killed Giles while under the influence of Twilight. Faith takes Angel in, as nobody else will, and the pair work together to redeem themselves for their past actions. Angel's plan is to resurrect Giles, believing that this will allow him to make amends.
Angel recognises his past guilt and is trying to do better. However, he is also driven by guilt to do good, and this leads him to his appearance in Sunnydale.
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Faith's guilt
In the comics, Faith is shown to be loyal to Angel, as he is the only one who has never "used" her. She also feels guilty about Giles' death, which occurred at Angel's hands, and is determined to help Angel redeem himself.
In addition to her father, Faith also has to deal with the guilt of her past actions as a Slayer. She is described as having gone from an anti-hero to a heroic figure, and is now a "cool big sis" to other Slayers. However, her past actions continue to haunt her, as she is shown to be counselling a damaged and vengeance-seeking Slayer, and is also forced to face a Slayer whom she had almost killed in the past.
Overall, Faith's guilt is a central theme in the Angel & Faith comics and is explored through her relationships with Angel, her father, and other Slayers.
