what is the tone??

Bagel99 September 30, 2024 2:10 pm

im only 9 chapters in but im very confused on the tone of this series. It kind of reminds me of like a lukewarm sort of more wholesome (ish) version of Profundis. Which would be fine, but it feels somewhat reminiscent characterwise, which is kind of weird.
Its like the tone wants to focus on consent but then at the same time seems to play very fast and loose with it. Profundis has a lot of rape, but at least the story doesn't shy away from it, its very clear what its about and how dark the situation is. The art and vibes make this one feel like it should be this feel good comedy, but the way the characters talk about guiding seems rather ick, but then the characters kind of go back and forth with their intentions.

one second it feels like they're about to jump the MC's bones and have their way with him (boss perving on him, invading his house and personal space, talking about how gullible he is, going all the way, biting him ect)
and then the next second the commander is talking about how the MC probably has trauma and they should all be careful. like what.

Idk. Im fine with dark themes, I like profundis, but at least that series has the decency to be upfront and doesn't try to whitewash its themes. This series is confusing me.
The MC is very wishy washy with his boundaries, Im not sure I like him. I don't mind that he's not bright but I feel like the stoic put together character design doesn't suit him much as a result.

Responses
    Moon September 30, 2024 3:48 pm

    totally agree, like it wants to be a bit comedic and lighthearted sometimes but I also not somehow?