roseatejaded's manga / #yakuza(7)

Crime thriller with non-linear narrative. Starring Shimojou and Kuze, our two main leads with a history of rivalry and a toxic, all-consuming, co-dependent relationship . Their rivalry and one-upmanship goes way back and although they like to refer to each other as trash, there's undoubtable respect and love between them, with Shimojou (a yakuza) even helping Kuze in his police work towards the end. One of the only downfalls is that in some parts, I was genuinely confused as fucc.

One-shot about Yoshio and Tenma's relationship from when they were highschool delinquents to the present day where Tenma is a yakuza and Yoshio runs a gay bar. I enjoy their dynamic a lot, like a LOT ~(≧▽≦)/~

Spin-off of MODS featuring Haru. Haru is haunted by the death of his ex-lover, Shigure, even after 11 years. Enter Shigure's bratty younger brother, Yukitaka, who helps him to move on and heal. ANGST, so much ANGST. Characterization was *chef's kiss* and the mangaka portrayed their feelings and emotions so beautifully. I cried like a bitch when Yukitaka confessed his love to Haru. His sacrifice and dedication for him, like DAMN bitch. That's some next level selfless love. Like legit teardrops flowing down my face and shit. Also, I'm pretty sure I cried on my first read and I'm sure I'll cry again many more re-reads to come :))

I don't even know how many times I've re-read this but idgaf it's soooo fucking good. I really like Touma and Kengou's dynamics a lot. Their utter devotion to one another is sweet af. And I like the fact that everyone close to them (including Kengou's dad lmao) are so casually supportive of them :D I don't even know how many times I'll re-read this over and over again but it's just THAT enjoyable ≧ω≦