17 DOs & DON'Ts Of Photoshopping Your Waifu Into Your Pics

List by John White - Jan 4th, 2015

The year is 2015, and anime still isn't real. Quite frankly, I think that's absurd. I send letters to my political representatives regularly expressing frustration that my tax money hasn't yet funded any "real life-u waifu" research.

In any event, for my those out there seeking to eternally bond themselves with their 2D significant other, GoBoiano has you covered! We've got 17 things you should and should not do when it comes to anime Photoshop. With our guide, you'll have a good understanding of what you need to do to properly document your anime romance.

1. DON'T: Use MS paint

This is truly amateur work, and the work of yours truly. I figured that it would only be appropriate to start the list by admitting to my own flaws. Learn from my mistakes, ladies and gentlemen. This picture lacks effort and polish, and is truly embarrassing. Make sure that if you decide to go down the path of 2D + 3D bonding, you arm yourself with adequate software.

2. DON'T: Hover-hand

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Via Smosh

Alright, I get it: sometimes embracing a bishoujo or bishounen can be a little intimidating. But in this case, you actually don't have anyone to touch. The worst thing you could do is offend your waifu or husbando by not touching him or her. They might just get the wrong idea, and think maybe you don't actually like them... b-baka!

3. DON'T: Let your social (or political) status get in the way

Via Anime Diet

"Cool" is relative. Think of it this way, if the President of the United States isn't afraid to show off his power level, why should you be?

4. DO: Have matching attire

Via Being Noticed By Senpai

I am a huge fan of rap music — particularly that of 50 Cent. Also, I am a huge fan of Kill la Kill, and of Mako Mankanshoku. When you combine the two, you get this hilarious picture, which could be used for 50 Cent's new unreleased album: Get Moe or Die Tryin'.

5. DON'T: Block your homies, b-baka

Via Being Noticed By Senpai

Imagine this: you're a member of a high profile gang that shall remain nameless, but you also love anime. You want nothing more than to insert your waifu into a picture of you and your homies, so you give your friend the image to Photoshop her in. You get the picture back, and Kirino is covering one of them. It's just not a very brotherly move — something Kirino of all people should be more wary of.

Here's a more tactful image of how to Photoshop anime characters into a gang group shot:

Via Being Noticed By Senpai

Shinji's all about the thug life.

6. DO: Show off your harem

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We live in a society of monogamous relationships. Don't let that make you restrict your anime relationships. Disregard social norms. Proudly show off your anime harems.

7. DO: Cosplay with her

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It's like couple cosplay, except half of the couple isn't actually a real person.

8. DON'T: Be afraid to get intimate

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We all know people who have profile pictures in which they are kissing their partner. In fact, some of us may have even done that ourselves. When it comes to anime Photoshop, don't be afraid to bring that same style to the table. Just... don't use too much tongue.

9.DON'T: Forget about the laws of physics

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This picture is almost perfect because of how many elements it combines: Evangelion, bikinis, multiple girls, and an air of confidence. Unfortunately, there are some weird physics going on here. Asuka appears to be three feet tall, and Rei's body appears to disappear in the water.

Also, is that guy naked?

10. DO: Purchase a proper camera

Via Smosh

Come on, your anime children might see this picture some day. You should at least save up and get a good camera — that way your anime love will be truly high definition!

11. DO: Get her best angle

Via Smosh

Just because she's anime doesn't mean real people rules don't apply; in this case, some rules are even more applicable. While this picture is touching, it may not be the best image to use. At the very least, her torso is slicing his arm in half. That seems a bit awkward.

12. DON'T: Forget proportions

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Not the worst offense, but one you should definitely be aware of. It can, however, be hard to Photoshop certain characters into pictures with real people... considering how ridiculous proportions sometimes are in anime.

13. DO: Be confident

Via Being Noticed By Senpai

You're going to put this on social media. Your friends, family members, and gym buddies are all going to see it. As long as you're confident, they probably won't have much to say.

14. DO: Be sure to include her in pictures with your rap homies

Via Being Noticed By Senpai

Don't only Photoshop your waifu into pictures with you. Make sure to put her into group shots — even ones with Kanye West, Fat Joe, and your other millionare rapper friends. (What, you're not friends with millionare rappers?)