ari's manga / #School Life(174)

IT UPDATED!!! (A cheery guy sees a ghost floating around his desk mate and is now puzzled when he learns that his desk mate likes him). Unique concept and development.

"Kon teases Iida, the school's most proper and popular guy, who seems indifferent to girls’ advances. To test a hunch, Kon pretends to confess his love as part of a bet. Iida, caught off guard, starts questioning himself. When Kon invites him home to clear the air, Iida unexpectedly grabs his shoulder, and everything takes an unforeseen turn..." Silly NSFW 'plot' but really nice art and the uke is cute. The relationship felt kind of rushed but I can't complain too much.

"Nagata Shingo, the school's cupid, is asked to uncover the story behind the scar of aloof "ice prince" Ao. As he investigates, Shingo discovers a hidden side to Ao that could change his view on love." Cute and interesting.

"Somei Sakura, admired for his cuteness, falls for the "cooler" Yukihira Tsubasa in high school and follows him to university. Struggling to confess his feelings, he impulsively kisses Yukihira, setting their relationship on an unexpected path." Kind of a fun read, they're both dorks in (un)requited love.

"Hiroto, struggling to hide his sexuality, develops feelings for Ogasawara, a marine biology enthusiast unafraid to be himself. As his emotions deepen, Hiroto is plagued by bizarre, erotic dreams involving sea creatures, leaving him confused and increasingly drawn to Ogasawara." (4.5/5) Goofy and *freaky* cover but genuinely a cute, heartwarming read. "Autistic Rizz, the manga."

Lewd uke? The payoff is pretty good and their dynamic is very sweet, so that makes up for the slight lack of substance, even if the concept is rather unique. IT'S GOT OTHER VOLUMES TOO! (JEALOUSY?!)

"College student Chitose reflects on his high school days and his growing connection with Koutaka, a seemingly aloof yet kind transfer student, in this heartfelt memorial love story." Cute art slightly reminiscent of Skip & Loafer. Good old childhood friends + school life (with a taste of sports) but with the time skip where they're apart (angst)-- "more about the journey than the destination"... AH, YOUTH!! I just REALLY liked this.

"Do Jihwan’s plans for a quiet school year are upended when he meets Kang Chanyoung, a lively and outspoken classmate who shakes up his routine." Very, very cute short story. The anatomy is a little wonky so let's ignore that, but all in all, it's a sweet little read.

"Kippei and Ibuki are childhood friends and neighbors who seem to be polar opposites. As the seasons change, will their attitude towards each other do too...?" SOOOOOO slow but such pretty storytelling. Definitely one of those that focuses on the little things in the best way.

"Aoi and his childhood friend Ritsuki are pulled into a harem game world, where Aoi tries to romance the in-game girls to escape—until Ritsuki's unexpected confession changes everything." Cute read but not the best. Fujitobi's art is always pretty, though!