Strangely, as far as this trope is concerned her actual incli nation and ability to (sexually) assault, maim, cripple, or kill him aren't as important as whether she looks capable of doing so. In Layman's Terms, he's not an Understanding Boyfriend (yet). A Huge Schoolgirl or Cute Bruiser all grown up is a threat to his tough, masculine image. If you must be a Magical Girlfriend, he would prefer the domestic type. Why? Because All Guys Want Cheerleaders, but no guy wants a girl who can beat him up. It's not easy for women on TV today to be both beautiful and strong, like the Amazons of Greek mythology.
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