User blog comment:Dragonzako/Thoughts on Leni Loud/@comment-4618045-20171215015814

For the most part, I have to respectfully disagree with you.

I think that some of the early episodes don’t really have much of anything for Leni other than being ditzy. But as the show went on, her caring side has become a more consistent element of her character. Outside of the two episodes you mentioned, there are many moments (especially in Season 2) where she’ll be the one to say something encouraging or empathetic. It may not be the focus of a particular scene, but it’s there and Season 2 does an excellent job at delegating those gestures specifically to her. To name two quick examples: there’s “No Laughing Matter” where she not only congratulates Luan for a great performance, but also hugs her. And there’s “Snow Way Out” Where she tries to make Lana feel better when she starts to lose hope about finding the wrapper. Maybe it’s just in my head since her actions jump out quick starkly to me, but I urge you to look into those episodes.

In addition to those two characteristics, Leni is also very optimistic. You could dismiss this as merely an extension of her caring nature or ditziness, but from what I know, she’s frequently seen smiling. They’re big and stick out, especially when no one else is as enthusiastic. Leni has also been established as a people person. While this aspect of her has only been featured in two episodes (Change of Heart and No Spoilers), it bears mention.

Now, I will agree with you in one regard. She does need more character development. Compared to some other characters (such as Lola or Lori), Leni has yet to be challenged in a way that would force her to grow. But my hope (and I would think your’s As well) is that Season 3 would do that. The writers said they intended to get into more complicated issues in this season and I hope that will entail Leni growing in some way. If there’s anything they could work with, it could be her line in Its a 4x Loud House about her head.