I am a bit surprised by some of the crazy harsh reviews about the masculinity and femininity of the characters. I thought It was cool that the author drew the characters in this way.
Nanao obviously likea his job and likes his sexuality about as much as he also hated it. He was torn between pride and insecurity. Which is kinda common today, I thought the story was sweet, just like falling in love for the 1st time. You're in a state of euphoria. Yaoi is primarily written by women so it's natural to see a bit more feminine identifiers in a story. But what wrong with a feminine man?? Or a masculine woman?
Maybe I'm reading too much into it, and people just have story preferences but look at the fucking cover ? Checkout the opening scene ? You can clearly see the type of characteristics being displayed by the mains, if that's not ur thang? Don't read it ! I
I just hate seeing all these reviews about typical this and typical that. Love this story for what it is, not for what it isn't.
That's my shit in a nutshell - sorry for the rant
I agree and respect your "rant" (lol).
I read stories for their plot - smexy scenes are a big bonus. In RL I have friends and co-workers who are gays (male and female). And I do not expect what I read to be similar to rl. This was a really good story, in my opinion. No dragging out with the angst - which seem to be used alot in omegaverse... uke was a strong willed person, yet so adorably lovable. Seme was the flexible and understanding type (so unlike the vibe he first had when he first appeared and met Nanao) - with just the right amount of possessiveness.
And to those who think Nano looks like a girl - my male gay co-worker is an office beauty (yes he cross-dresses, its allowed in our workplace). He still maintains his male chivalry and will defend us girls if there are any guys being rude to us, even while he wears a skirt and high heals. Don't judge a book by its cover. You'll miss a gem of a story - or miss the opportunity to befriend an awesome person.
Awww you guys are so sweet !!! That's exactly what I mean, Don't be so close minded, open up and enjoy ....People and cute stories I mean it's Yaoi for crying out loud it's supposed to make you Happy !!
Obviously not all Yaoi was created equally some is poorly written and executed but this isn't it !
I think there is a big difference to a feminine guy and using a lot of negative female tropes in a story. My understanding is that many readers were complaining about the repetitive use of these negative stereotypes. Evidence- readers never complain about shonen ai/ feminine guys/ transgendered guys/cross dressing guys in yaoi. Actually, feminine guys are welcome, and I would date one any day. But I wouldn't go for a guy who thinks his only option is to use his sex charms. I agree with you- we need feminine guys. But not degrading yaoi tropes in 2018 & 2019.
Thanks for your POV , I will re-read with your thoughts in mind, but I will say that I don't think reader *Never* complains ( we always complain) . All you need is a Reddit account
I honestly love to hear another view on any story, but I read 1 full page of harsh review after harsh review and it felt like a lot of Hate more than just a differing of opinion and that didn't sit well with me.
I don't want to continue further into this spiralling debate it seems so be evoking some strong emotions in people, I've had my say and I'll leave it at that.
The cover doesn't tell you anything about the story whatsoever. I don't even have a problem with long hair. I just didn't think he would take such pride in fucking a guy and not cumming, acting like it makes him more dominant. And then he gets mad the seme wants him to leave his job. Who would want their partner to work in that kind of environment after entering a relationship with them?
I really wish people weren't giving HyeSeong so much shit, his situation was super depressing, it was like he was trapped! His life changed in so little time and he felt alone and sad. Pregnancy is really stressful and emotional.
So he's not the typical "I'm pregnant now let me fuck off everything I wanted for myself and marry my baby daddy" And become Mister mom. I like that he's real and complex Everyone is allowed to react differently to shit they go through. I'm thoroughly enjoying Fargo's story can't wait til next week!
I agree, their relationship was very complicated and if we want to assign blame then it should go to both parties. Personally I think both characters had proper motivations for their behavior minus probably the dubcon which I felt was just your typical omegaverse smut (a debate for another day). Hyesung - in particular - was most sympathetic to me because he never seemed to be in the proper mental or emotional state to be in a relationship as an omega. Add a baby into the equation with all the baggage he has from his childhood and his actions are absolutely one hundred percent understandable. Trapped is the exact word I would use to describe it because he could never seem to get away from Dojin despite attempting to at every chance. I like Dojin, I do, but trying to use the baby to keep Hyesung only pushed Hyesung into a desperate corner both emotionally and mentally. He wasn't ready for a baby and had Hyesung been a little less greedy and bit more mature, he probably would have never agreed to have the baby. It's best to accept their flaws such as they are - character flaws.
Yeah you're totally right, the flaws are what makes these characters real it makes them jump off the page. H.S was totally unprepared emotionally for any kind of relationship. Thanks for y or thoughts . Now if ONLY other people could open up their tiny little minds to see these amazing well thought out developed characters
I am so Fucking looking forward to this story, I love Omegaverse and Mafia the most sooooooo.. this combination is my kryptonite.
Oml sAME I—