Many BL readers these days don't appreciate good storytelling.

Chimney April 22, 2024 11:43 pm

Many BL readers these days don't appreciate good storytelling. They prefer unrealistic interactions and overly dramatic characters, which is often toxic but sweet. This might be because many of them are young and see the world differently. They don't recognize good writing and are shallow in their preferences.

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    dreamedtheirlifeaway April 22, 2024 11:47 pm

    I can’t tell if you’re saying this is good storytelling or not and that makes me concerned…bc this is very much not that unique of storytelling

    Sweetener April 22, 2024 11:50 pm

    girl? so ur telling me this is good storytelling , where every 2 chapters there’s smut n shit . i hope this is satire

    Chimney April 23, 2024 12:07 am
    girl? so ur telling me this is good storytelling , where every 2 chapters there’s smut n shit . i hope this is satire Sweetener

    If you don't like smut and toxic content, don't read manhwa labeled as such, and then shit on it. That's why genres and tags exist. If you actually read the plot, you'll see it's not as bad as you're making it out to be. It might not be the best compared to what I've read but its one of the most decent one compared to new releases out today.

    Omegaflower April 23, 2024 12:07 am
    girl? so ur telling me this is good storytelling , where every 2 chapters there’s smut n shit . i hope this is satire Sweetener

    Some people enjoy that. Some people don't. My question is why are people, who are obviously complaining in the comments about the storytelling/characters, still reading the manhwa? Save yourself the hassle (and a rage comment) and read something that suits your taste.

    microwave April 23, 2024 12:16 am
    If you don't like smut and toxic content, don't read manhwa labeled as such, and then shit on it. That's why genres and tags exist. If you actually read the plot, you'll see it's not as bad as you're making it ... Chimney

    Rape and all and yeah fucking the mc in front of someone else with him blindfolded and unaware of the same. Well sounds pretty decent. And i really guess you need to read something that's actually decent before calling this "pretty decent". Because I really doubt your definition of decent

    microwave April 23, 2024 12:17 am
    Some people enjoy that. Some people don't. My question is why are people, who are obviously complaining in the comments about the storytelling/characters, still reading the manhwa? Save yourself the hassle (and... Omegaflower

    I like dan.. except for the fact that they portrayed him too weak and i like heesung and potato too. So I need to read what's going on to know where they'll stand in the next season.

    dreamedtheirlifeaway April 23, 2024 12:19 am
    If you don't like smut and toxic content, don't read manhwa labeled as such, and then shit on it. That's why genres and tags exist. If you actually read the plot, you'll see it's not as bad as you're making it ... Chimney

    I already knew about the toxicity going in. That’s not the thing I was talking about. I’m saying what plot??? Bc literally it’s just gets job —> rape —> angry man who doesn’t apologize —> cycle repeats back to rape. If that’s what you’re calling “decent plot” boy you have NOT read enough stories lmaoooo

    Omegaflower April 23, 2024 12:29 am
    Rape and all and yeah fucking the mc in front of someone else with him blindfolded and unaware of the same. Well sounds pretty decent. And i really guess you need to read something that's actually decent before... microwave

    Because its fiction. People can differentiate between reality and cartoon drawings.

    microwave April 23, 2024 12:34 am
    Because its fiction. People can differentiate between reality and cartoon drawings. Omegaflower

    I would have totally agreed with you if the op wouldn't have called this one realistic and a good writing.

    Omegaflower April 23, 2024 1:01 am
    I would have totally agreed with you if the op wouldn't have called this one realistic and a good writing. microwave

    To each their own I guess :/ personally I think the story telling is engaging but is very commonly seen in yaoi manhwas.

    Chimney April 23, 2024 2:00 am
    Rape and all and yeah fucking the mc in front of someone else with him blindfolded and unaware of the same. Well sounds pretty decent. And i really guess you need to read something that's actually decent before... microwave

    It appears there's a misunderstanding. While the work is tagged as rape, I interpret it differently, considering that Dan consented to the arrangement with the seme. Although I can't recall if all instances were consensual, that's not my main focus. I'm discussing the decency of the storyline within its genre, not comparing it to other works like "Under the Cherry Blossom." What's truly frustrating is how people, not necessarily you, harass the author and give it a low rating simply because they dislike the toxicity inherent in the genre.

    Chimney April 23, 2024 2:02 am

    Toxic genre = Toxic genre
    I dont get why people are so mad when the comic is all about being toxic.

    Chimney April 23, 2024 2:11 am
    I already knew about the toxicity going in. That’s not the thing I was talking about. I’m saying what plot??? Bc literally it’s just gets job —> rape —> angry man who doesn’t apologize —>... dreamedtheirlifeaway

    I'm confident I've read enough. Over the years, I've delved into a variety of genres, including BL and novels, so I can discern what makes a good story. Regarding "Jinx," I wouldn't label it as the worst; it's decent. If you've truly gone through the entire comic, you'd recognize there's a depth to the characters' stories, except perhaps for the Seme, whose backstory may unfold in season 2. Again, I stress that within the context of the toxic genre, "Jinx" stands as a decent example. Comparing it to other genres would miss the point I'm making.

    Chimney April 23, 2024 3:20 am
    I can’t tell if you’re saying this is good storytelling or not and that makes me concerned…bc this is very much not that unique of storytelling dreamedtheirlifeaway

    I can agree to this because its a critique not a proper critique but I respect that, thats your opinion. However, it's frustrating when people who are aware that the genre as toxic and still continue to complain about it being excessively toxic.