Germany/Italy

During WWI, Germany formed on alliance with Italy. Germany and Italy are often seen together. Although Germany often grumbles about having to "babysit" Italy, he has a soft spot for him. Italy always calls Germany when someone is attacking him, or when he can't tie his shoelaces, and Germany dutifully canes to his rescue. Germany once said "he's my only friend, well...except for Japan, but I can never tell what the h*ll he's thinking..." Germany takes care of Italy like a father. A rather cute scene of the anime showed Italy trying to reach up to hug Germany ("the great wall of 8 cm") and then Germany leaning down to kiss Italy's cheeks. Italy often sleeps beside Germany, and the only time he woke up earlier than Germany was the night after grandpa Rome visited. Some fan art shows them as a couple, such as them kissing, etc.