Benjamin Tennyson is your average
normal ten year old. He gets bullied at school, loves to play heroes
by defending other kids, but almost always fails, and is a video game and
Sumo Slammer cards collector enthusiast. However, all this
changes on a summer trip, with his grandfather, Max Tennyson and his cousin
Gwen Tennyson.
With an encounter from a small space pod, that
narrowly misses him, Ben gains the omnitrix. The omnitrix is an alien watch
device that allows the user to transform into many alien forms, simply by
turning the dial and then pressing on the omnitrix, with the selected alien of
your choosing. With this Ben uses this for pranks, mischief, his own self
interest, but mostly saving people.
At this age, Ben doesn't get along with Gwen,
often calling her the name "Geek". He loves to play pranks, mainly by
using the omnitrix. However, despite all this he still care for her, often
proving this by rescuing her countless times, both as either Ben or
one of his alien forms.
Ben is also somewhat of a rule breaker.
Often times he ignore his grandfather, when he gives Ben instruction, or even
Gwen, who constantly likes to nag him. He often goes away by himself, just for
the sake of getting away, however, this always tend to lead to trouble. Despite
all this however, Ben is still a good-hearted boy, who deep inside cares very
much of his family.
Ben 10: Alien Force
Fifteen year old Ben is obviously more
mature than ten year old Ben. He loves to play soccer, date girls he
actually likes (Julie), and no longer wears the omnitrix.For one thing he no
longer fights with Gwen or call her names, as he now
often seen getting along with her. He also a bit more like a leader,
though this is probably because of the absence of Grandpa Max.
At the beginning of the first episode Ben, decides to wear the
omnitrix once again. The main reason: to find Max Tennyson. With this new
omnitrix, he starts over with ten new aliens.
Extras
During the series of Ben 10, we are able to see
Ben at different ages. These include: when he was very young (age unknown),
when he was four, as a fifteen year old (in alien force), and as a thirty year
old (Ben 10,000).
Gwendolyn
Tennyson
Ben 10
Gwendolyn Tennyson is your average teenage girl.
She fights with boys (mainly Ben) and is extremely organized.
Unfortunately for her, she is in the worst situation of her life: being stuck
with her annoying cousin, Ben, whom she constantly refers to as
"Dweeb" all summer and this is all because of her
grandfather Max Tennyson.
Unfortunately, for Gwen this
is not the only thing that happends during the summer. With her cousin gaining
all new powers and being a hero, because of the omnitrix, Gwen longs to be a
hero herself. For a while she is cast as a sidekick. She only helps out, by
researching their foes online. However, her wish
does eventually come true, but in a different way. Gwen learns that
she can do magic, briefly becoming Lucky Girl, by using the Charms of Bezel.
Unlike her cousin, who will forever have the omnitrix, Gwen
only has her magical powers for one episode (Charm of Bezel destroyed). Then in
another episode she gains it back, but with a new prize: Charmcaster's
Spellbook. With this, Gwen learns to do magic, but in a slow way.
Gwen often fights with her cousin, bickering for
sometimes the silliest of reasons. However, Gwen does show a soft, but rather
straight to the point side. She usually demonstrates this by
giving her cousin advice on what to do or remind him the rules so that he won't
get into trouble. However, this usually doesn't work as Ben often ignores her,
but when he does listen to her, good things does happen. So even though they
fight, they do get along, but only briefly for a few moments.
Ben 10: Alien Force
Fifteen year old Gwen is more friendly towards
her cousin, Ben. She does karate, she knows more spells, plus she's totally
smart. Fifteen year old Gwen is one of the main characters of Ben 10 Alien
Force. Her physical features are very different. One thing that is very
noticeable is that her hair is longer than it was in Ben 10. Also she wears a
skirt, which is rarely what she would wear when she was ten.
Gwen is obviously attracted to Kevin. Two main reasons for
this is because Kevin tries to be good and two hormones and physical features.
The two constantly flirt with each other, but they rarely date until finally at
the end of the show. Though there was one episode when she
said Ben is more of her type (personality wise) than Kevin.
A Perfect Pair?
Why
1. Forbidden Love
What definitely more appealing than ordinary
love? Forbidden love of course! Even though they are cousins they still look
good together. Plus they've got chemistry.
2. If Alien Marriages Are Allowed Why Not Cousins?
In the history of the Tennyson family there are
at least two known alien marriages. One was with Grandpa Max and, his
wife Verdona (anodite) and Joel and Camille (sludgepuppy). Of course
they were all disguised as a human. But, if an alien disguised as a human
marries a human why can't two cousins? Obviously this does not make sense.
3. The Constant Teasing
Ever heard the saying that if you constantly
fight with someone it means you actually love them? Well if Ben and Gwen are
always fighting and getting on each others nerves then it must mean they love
each other.
4. They Really Do Care
Notice that when there is no trouble they are
fighting, but when they are they're actually worrying about each other? People
who presumably "hate and bicker" don't do that. They would just
ignore the other person and perhaps even let something really bad happen to
them.
5. Did You Not See How She Was So Jealous?
There are two episodes when Gwen was presumably
jealous of other girls towards Ben. The first was in Benwolf when Ben was
trying to appeal to Kai. Later in the episode, she sadly admitted that she only
liked Ben when he was Benwolf, saying that she wants to tame him, to which Gwen
angrily reacts and says that noone can talk to her cousin like that, but her.
The second hint of jealousy, was in the beginning of the episode Ben 10,000,
where a blonde girl riding a hoverboard flies over and gives Ben a light kiss
through air and then Ben waves to her, but Gwen puts his hand down, while
shaking her head.
6. Alternate Future
In around season four or three (I
forgot), there was an episode called Ken 10. In the episode Ben has a son named
Ken. Now presumably it is speculated that his mom was Gwen. If that's true,
then that means that Ben and Gwen have been in a relationship and are now
lovers.
7. He Always Rescues Her
Every single time she is captured he would
always rescue her. Always. Now what can you say about these two bickering
cousins just moments ago?
8. She Admitted She Loved Him
There was a live action movie
called, Ben 10: Race Against Time, where Gwen loudly admits that she loved him.
This was seen near the end, however, when Ben was possessed by this alien named
Eon. Clearly it means she loved him and he does care about that
because that is what brought him back to being Ben.
9. Embarrassed At Being Caught
In an episode, around season four, called Big
Fat Alien Wedding, Ben and Gwen shared a dance. Obviously it was awkward as Ben
preferred to dance by himself, but he reluctantly agreed to dance, upon Gwen's
comment that he will never learn by himself. Gwen starts, leading the dance,
and it was not long before the two were comfortable with each other and began
liking the dance. However, their moment was interrupted upon the arrival of
Grandpa Max and the two quickly became embarrassed.
Why Not
1.
It's
Incest!
One of the biggest obstacles to the
potential relationship between Ben and Gwen. They are not only cousins, they
are first cousins. Chances are that they may actually have feelings for each
other is rare.
2. Kevin
Kevin's is Gwen's current love interest in Ben
10: Alien Force. He is one of the main reasons why BenxGwen (bwen) will never
occur.
3. They Are More Like Siblings Than Lovers
The way they fight, from the bickering and pull
of pranks. It's more like siblings or rivals trying to get revenge at the
other. Meaning, that the two cousins may not have any romantic feelings for
each other at all and will only see each other as family.
4. Julie
Julie is Ben's current love interest in Ben 10:
Alien Force. She is one of the main reasons why BenxGwen (bwen) will never
occur.
5. It's Against The Law
Marriage between first cousins is against the
law, for fear of birth defects, of a mere 3%.
Real Hard Evidence
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Quotes
Season One
- Ben? Is that you? What happened? - Gwen, And Then There Were
Ten
Never thought I'd say this, but am I glad to see
you. - Ben, And Then There Were Ten
Yeah, well, that's what we heroes do best.
Rescue dweebs. - Ben, Washington BC
Remember when I said I wanted to be there when
you got your butt kicked? I take it way back. - Gwen,
Hunted
Yeah, just for this second, but what about
tomorrow? It's getting way too dangerous for you guys to be around me. If I
didn't have this watch, none of this weird stuff would be happening. - Ben, The Alliance
Hey, heroes don't hit girls. - Ben, The Alliance
Yeah, but you're my weird cousin. - Gwen, The Alliance
You know, you two make a pretty impressive
team. - Grandpa Max, Lucky Girl
(sighs) Gwen, you did a good job. There,
happy? - Ben, Lucky Girl
Don't let mummy face get to you. She's
probably older than that spell book. (makes a face and acts like a mummy; Gwen
laughs) - Ben, Lucky Girl The
Alliance
(waking up at the hospital) Ben? Ben? (sees
Ben's note and begins reading it) "Dear Grandpa and Gwen, I care about you
both too much to keep putting you in danger. It's better this way. Love,
Ben." - Gwen, The Alliance
Season Two -
(about Ben) Thank goodness you found
him! We were so worried! He's always wandering away. We're considering getting
a leash. - Gwen, Framed
(happily) That's it! Yeah! (runs
toward Gwen and gives her a hug) - Ben,
Gwen 10
Nah. But who wants to hang with a
pack of wackos like that? I'm better off with you guys. - Ben, The Galactic Enforcers
Nice work,
cuz. I couldn't have done it without you. - Ben,
Camp Fear
(in unison) Can't you guys just
share? - Andy and Mandy, Camp Fear
I'll need some help. Still feeling lucky? - Ben, Tough Luck
You don't need this stupid school to prove
you're smart. Do you think any of these eggheads could have brought down those
circus freaks? - Ben, Ghostfreaked
Out
(hugs Ben) That's the nicest thing you've ever
said to me. Thanks, Ben! - Gwen,
Ghostfreaked Out
(to Vilgax & Kevin) Let her go and you
can have the stupid Omnitrix! - Ben,
Back With A Vengeance
Gwen?! Am I glad to see you! - Stinkfly, Back With A Vengeance
(to Gwen) Look, Gwen. I know your
Ben can be a major dweeb, but enjoy him while you can. - Gwendolyn, Ben 10,000
I hope you two learned something
about appreciating each other. - Grandpa
Max, A Change Of Face
Train him? Tame him? He's a person,
not a pet! You can't talk to my cousin like that! - Gwen,
Benwolf
(to Kai) Only I can talk to my cousin like that.
You just blew it big time - Gwen,
Benwolf
The faster you spin the hotter you'll be dweeb.
- Gwen, Monster Weather
If you run into trouble don't panic. I'll be
there as soon as I can. - Ben, The
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