I don’t understand why those ideas must be mutually exclusive.
The demons are explained as creatures that developed a practice specifically for tricking humans.
"O Komuram Bheem, O Kamuram Bheem"
"I came for Mallie. But your fiancee came for the land"
"Return it to him, Bheem. Let him keep it in his heart."
"Teach me, brother."
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The “awkward fellow” line comes from comedic commercials Takakura did later in his career, playing on his hardened rep.
So Momo’s seeking out tough guys, but subconsciously what she really wants is a man with depth.