andy2mc's manga / #Slowburn(40)

9 I actually loveeed this one!!! So much more than I expected. It’s funny af (chapter 26 was one of the funniest shits I’ve read in a while). Super lighthearted, interesting plot (fairly new to me). And the chibi-shaped avatars have my heart!!!! The art is the most gorgeous thing!!! I also LOVE how they have opposite dynamics in game vs in person. ML keeps going after Neuta in the game despite being dumped 24/7… whilst *running for his life* every time he sees Neuta in person, like he’s the embodiment of the devil AHAHAHSH

8 I really enjoy this genre. Even though I liked guildmate next door more, this one was really good too. The ml is so unhinged lol

8 This was such a solid sweet interesting and heart warming read. I loved so many things about it. The wing play was phenomenal (eheh wing play kinker here), and I loved the slow burn between the mc/ml!! The world setting was also very interesting and unique. Such Unique tone and temperature throughout the whole manhwa as well! The art was really pretty and consistent, and I’m a sucker for hybrid/shifter themes!!! I wish there were side stories tho (Godo w lil bro, mc having children, their marriage, etc)! There was still a lot of potential plot to explore imo. Also whilst I love slowburns, the overal plot pace was sometimes a bit slow— which is why I’m giving it an 8 instead of 8.5. That said I had a great time :D Finished (60 chapters)

9 The vibes are truly unmatched. The angst, the yearning, the contradicting emotions. Ugh I love it. Also, The art style and overall tone of the manhwa reminds me of Low Tide in Twilight!! Perfection. It made me cry and relate to it very much. Especially when it came to the all consuming academic drive. A lot of anecdotes really resonated with me. I love the dynamic between mc and ml! Love me a whiny possessive power bottom, and the ml is such a golden retriever. I’m so happy my pookies are happy together now!! And that everyone is free from that pedo perv old man. I’m only not rating it higher bc very occasionally it got a bit slow paced/slightly boring. I put off finishing the side stories for a long time since I was not emotionally ready to let go. It’s bittersweet now that I finally finished reading it in its entirety. Checkmate will be missed I wish there were even more side stories, but the ending felt suitable

9 THIS IS SO GOOD. Guideverse, bl, smut AND zombies? Couldn’t get any better. I really really love this one, despite the “delicate, child-look-alike” bottom (which is not usually my cup of tea). It’s actually quite green flag-y and I’m really into the zombie plot!! I’m so sad I’m so early in the webtoon (only 26 chaps out)

10!! Intricate and absolutely beautifully written. Peak storytelling really. A true masterpiece. The most underrated manhwa out there AAAAA. "They are able reveal information but still manages to keep the air of mystery and suspense. At the same time, they've introduced us to the world, the backstory, the characters and also developed the relationship of the characters." The twist in the mc’s character was masterfully done. I truly felt deceived as a reader (which is rare). I thought he was the typical ehite lotus, and was almost frustrated at his gullible-ness… and then it turns out he was a black lotus after all. I genuinely didn't see it coming AT ALL. It gave me physical chills that lasted sooo long. Damn. Color me impressed. I loved it so much. I'm a sucker for an unreliable narrator. "This series is very well thought out. If you're a thinker who likes to be challenged when reading, you'd like this. Not only bec the plot itself is full of mysteries and questions, but also because it is presented in a logical manner (that's why I give pass for the occassional use of expositions). The characters are logical; you can see it in how they react to things, how they question things and how they explain things. They are sharp and insightful. And I like that bec I like smart characters and hate stupid characters."-- I agree so hard with this reader The bittersweet ending was so good. THE FEELS. It felt like the perfect ending to this story. Even though the number 1 aspect this manhwa excels at is in its storytelling, the emotional nuance and depth is also skilfully explored. "For something that isn't too long and is already jampacked with too much information, the characters all managed to be intriguing characters. Both the main characters are deep, rounded and 3D. Whole the supporting characters all have their own quirks and personality that makes them distinct." The emotional anecdotes were so poignant and on-theme. And the black and white almost deterred me from continuing reading since usuallly I read strictly colored manhwas. But I actually think it suited this manhwa perfectly. It conveyed the emotions so rawly that some panels wouldn't even need words to convey the emotion of the scene. Some small aspects could have been even better/explored deeper but given the storytelling structure, pace and overall delivery was SO GOD TIER, I can easily overlook it. All and all, it was one of my absolute fav manhwas!! I also loved the comparison this (very thoughtful) bato rando drew to Fate Makes No Mistakes: "Compare this to Fate Makes No Mistakes (which although S3 is becoming a masterpiece in storytelling), the early chapters were so lacking in information it ended up more confusing than anything. and then they dropped the reveal all at once hahaha". Radio Storm managed to do what FMNM felt short to deliver.

8/8.5 This one was highly regarded by everyone on discord, and it did not disappoint. It was such a funny light read with top tier art, it was truly a treat to read, and I had a great time

7 Punch drunk love vibes. It’s absolutely adorbs omg. Also the sexual tension OMFG. It’s so so good. And the art style is so pretty P.S. that was my opinion halfway through. The beginning was really really good. Deserving of a 8 even. But the latter episodes the author was baiting was too much w sex just to introduce a new senseless misunderstanding. I felt so blue balled Also I couldn’t turn my off and completely enjoy it bc the problematic work power dynamics started bothering me too much. AND WHEN THEY FINALLY DID IT… it was so fucking anti climatic. The slowburn was so long and they had so much tension so far… and then bam the author chooses to go with an extra monstrous cock (even for yaoi standards), that is like 3 heads long . I couldn’t take it seriously lmao. It makes me laugh too bc the seme always sticks out his tongue before they even kiss. And the uke just blankly stares at the incoming tongue like a fish gasping for air

8 CUTENESS OVERLOAD OMGGG. The chibis were so fucking cute and funny. Especially En’s. He’s such a lil baby aaaa. I love him! His dynamic with the mc (and with basically all other characters) is perfect. I love how they all dote on him. So freakinggg cute. And his baby chibi is freaking funny and adorable. The art style is absolutely top tier. Such a treat for the eyes! So hawt, aesthetically pleasing and funny at the same time. Literally every single character is hot af, the character designs are reallyyy good. The sex scenes are also so hot, and the mains have great chemistry. It also has a lot of funny scenes, despite being more slow-paced than most stories I read. I enjoyed it a lot. The blondie side character is such an icon lmaooo. I always laugh when he makes an appearance and his hubby is also mighty fine. The backstories of the characters are also angsty at times, and feel realistic within the setting. And I also love how slowburn the romance between the mains is (despite the FwB status). And the mystery plot line adds a nice touch to it. Can't wait for volume 3 eheh

So far it's good but tbh I expected more. Ig my expectations were too high