Ouran High School Host Club Match Ups

Each person has his/her own individual traits and personality characteristics that define who they are as a person. Sometimes, I wonder about how the Host Club With all their idiosyncrasies and eccentricities, what would be compared or matched up in other contexts. For example: if the Host Club were in a band, which instruments would each member play?

I have devised Ouran Match Ups as a way to creatively give you, the reader, my opinion on such match ups and comparisons; and to describe how I think they may be presented in the event that the Hosts were ever compared or matched to: animals, inanimate objects, other characters, places etc…

In each chapter, I will put forward a hypothetical question that compares or matches the Hosts to something - whether it would be the weather or types of roses, and give reasoning for my choices. I will also include either a short story or drabble that relates to my comparisons at the end.

Enjoy!

Match Up 1 – The Band

Hypothetical Question: If the Host Club formed a band, what instruments/roles would each member take on?

Tamaki on Piano/Lead Vocals

As we all know, Tamaki is a very proficient piano player - a skill that none of the other Hosts possess. As such, it is only fitting that our Host king would be the pianist of the group. For the vocals, I imagine that Tamaki would be the one to write songs for the band, since he is the most experienced with music and would be the best at it. In accordance with this, I can definitely see Tamaki insisting on writing his own lyrics as well - which only he would be able to sing perfectly.

Note: Depending on what sort of song Tamaki has written, he may swap between a traditional grand piano and a keyboard, just for sound effects.

Hikaru and Kaoru on Lead Electric Guitar/Electric Bass Guitar

It is commonplace for a band to have a lead guitar and a lead bass. Hikaru and Kaoru are feisty and stylish, so it is only right that they take on the role of lead guitarists. I imagine that Hikaru and Kaoru would be able to swap between being on guitar and bass guitar since they live together and are both inseparable. They would most likely practice together and as such, would become skilled in both electric guitar and electric bass – assuming that they owned one of each.

Note: Depending on what sort of song Tamaki has written, the twins may swap their guitars/basses for violins.

Mori on Drums/Percussion

Drums require great strength and stamina - two qualities that Mori not only possesses but also excels in, thanks to his vigorous kendo training. I envision Mori to be the backbeat of the band, keeping a steady rhythm in the background. His arms are quite long, which would make it easy for him to reach the drums and such. Plus, I think Mori would enjoy playing drums as it is a great way to release tension and pent up energy, which I'm sure he keeps neatly packed away most of the time.

Note: Depending on the type of song Tamaki has written, Mori may swap from the drums to a double bass, mainly due to his sheer size (double basses are huge!).

Haruhi on Acoustic Guitar

For Haruhi, I think it would be safe to pair her with one of the most common instruments found in bands – the acoustic guitar. Nearly everybody at some point has owned, played, learned how to play, wanted, or simply held an acoustic guitar. They are so common that I wouldn't be surprised if Haruhi had one lying around her apartment. It is mentioned in the anime and the manga that Haruhi isn't very good at music, but I have to put her in here somewhere, so I think we can overlook that for the time being. She wouldn't be leading; most likely backup for Hikaru and Kaoru more than anything else.

Honey on Tambourine

Like Mori, Honey would be good at keeping rhythm. I think the tambourine suits Honey's personality very well, because it is simple, small enough for him to hold comfortably and it can also be very fun to play. Can't you just imagine him tapping away with a big grin on his face? He would be keeping the beat with Mori as well, and we all know those two are as close as can be. So it only makes sense that they both play instruments that are closely related – just like they are!

Note: Depending on the type of song Tamaki has written, Honey may swap from his tambourine to a trumpet; I feel that the band needs to have a wind instrument somewhere, and I think Honey would be a good candidate for playing one.

Kyouya as the Band Manager

I can't really picture Kyouya playing any instrument but I can definitely picture him arranging all the gigs and overseeing the business side of things! It isn't really that much different from his job in the Host Club, because he would be in charge of accounting and organization. Kyouya would always be backstage; making sure every little detail is perfect for the show. He would be metaphorically cheering them on from the sidelines, watching his hard work pay off with satisfaction. He would also be responsible for touring, accommodation, costumes (with the help of the twins), stage effects, musical equipment, transportation of instruments, and media coverage.

Note: At certain times, it might be possible that Tamaki could wrangle Kyouya into singing with them. I believe Kyouya would have a very nice voice, but would be reluctant to let the world know about that fact.

Drabble – The Hosts

Tamaki hummed away to himself as he penned down a new sequence of chords onto the ledger lines of his sheet music. He had been working on a new song for the band all afternoon, and he was nearly finished. Tamaki was utterly convinced that this piece would be his best yet. There wasn't any other outcome – after all, he was the King—

Suddenly, the music room doors crashed open, causing Tamaki to stop his line of thinking. The twins strode in with their electric guitars slung over their backs. A quick glance at Tamaki sitting at the piano and they settled themselves down on a couch, pulling their guitars to the front and resting them on their laps.

"Have you finished writing the new song, Tono?" Kaoru asked, pulling a pick out of his pocket and positioning himself to start playing.

"We want to rock out." Hikaru looked over at Tamaki, who was now shuffling his music sheets together neatly and tapping them into place.

Tamaki stood up from the piano and approached the boys who were sitting on the couch. "Sorry, guys, but for this song you'll need to break out your violins - no rocking out for today," he informed lightly.

The twins pouted. "Seriously? But we were ready to jam with our guitars, and our violins are at home!" Karou cried.

Tamaki shrugged. "We'll have to wait 'till tomorrow then."

Just as Hikaru was about to protest, the doors opened once more. Haruhi walked in with Mori and Honey trailing behind her. She held her guitar in her hand and quickly made her way over to a table, where she deposited her bag and the instrument. Honey skipped along, his tambourine being in his bag, and hugged Usa-chan tightly to his chest; Mori walked along beside him in his usual quiet manner.

Tamaki beamed and ran up to Haruhi. "Oh, Haruhi, I finished my song! Are you excited? I'm excited! I can't wait until we learn it, we'll sound so awesome! I even have some ideas for costum—"

"Senpai!" "Tono!" "Tama-chan!" Haruhi, the twins and Honey all barked in unison, effectively cutting Tamaki off.

Tamaki shrunk back into a corner as Kyouya entered the room, his eyes plastered on his black notebook. "I've booked a gig at the Ouran Jazz House on Kutagari Street for next Saturday. Will you all be ready by then?"

For the first time since entering the room, the raven-haired boy looked up from his organizer. The sight that met him was nothing short of disappointing. Haruhi, Honey, Mori and the Twins were all staring into space with irritated expressions on their faces. Tamaki was on the other side of the room brooding in a corner, and growing a small colony of mushrooms, barely registering the fact that Kyouya was there in the first place.

"I guess I'll reschedule then." Kyouya sighed, turning back to his notebook and scribbling something on it.

Haruhi turned back to her bag and pulled out her Legal Studies textbook, sitting down at the table she flipped it open and started reading the section on Homicide and Manslaughter legislation.

Hikaru and Kaoru turned to Kyouya. "Are we going to play or not?"

Kyouya glanced up from his book and shot them a scowl. "Don't look at me, I just organize the performances – practices are Tamaki's responsibility."

The twins rolled their eyes and stood up. "If nothing's going to be happening right now, we're going."

That didn't escape the Frenchman's ears. Suddenly alert and out of his mushroom-mode, Tamaki sprang up from his corner and ambushed the twins before they could make their escape. "No! Don't leave! We need you!" he exclaimed, latching onto the two redheads.

Honey beamed and hopped up from the chair he had been residing in. He and Mori had been observing the scene quietly, and evidently, Honey had now decided it was time to step in. "So, are we going to start playing now?"

Tamaki nodded and walked over to his piano. "Let's practice the other song, since the Twins don't have their violins today." Tamaki said, pulling out some other music sheets and placing them in front of him.

Everybody followed suit and soon they were all ready to start their practice session – all except one.

"Haruhi!" Hikaru whined, pouting in frustration at the brunette who had become oblivious to the activity around her as she absorbed herself in her studies.

Haruhi turned around reluctantly and her eyes widened. "Oh right, band practice!" Closing her textbook she grabbed her guitar, turned her chair around and got into position to play.

Kaoru sighed. "Finally! Now, let's get going."

Mori raised his hands to hit his drumsticks together for the intro, but just before he could do it Kyouya cut in.

"Just before you start, have you figured out a name for the band yet? Or will I have to continue calling you 'Untitled'."

Everyone looked at one another and nodded. Returning their gaze back to Kyouya they smiled and told him in perfect synch, "The Hosts!"

Kyouya nodded and made a note of it in his organizer. "Continue."

Mori clacked his drumsticks together and the jam session finally began. Yep, it was just another day for The Hosts. It was lucky for them that despite their quirkiness, they were always able to make beautiful music together.

And that's a fact not even Kyouya could dispute.