Ichika, bachika
Can you really be that curious about gays that you try it out with your friend or did knowing that your other male friends were dating gave you an opportunity to seduce your other male friend? cause seriously, these people just jump the gun and its difficult to comprehend the boundaries of their intimacy. although, sure. it must be the casual transition of friendship to lovers that occurs between close friends that were only lacking sex in their relationship. to me, their relationship are more out of youth than a relationship with the future in mind (if u dont count accomplishing all 48 sex positions before graduation as thinking about the future). still, the story is refreshing.
Oshiete, Ookami-san.
The first chapter put me off so I backed out. after months, i decided to continue and realized i was cringing too much and forgot to appreciate the appeal of a character with an impulsive or manipulative change in personality. Narita was actually appealing and charming but too cunning with Chitose. Somehow, it makes me forget that he really likes Chitose and isnt merely teasing him. the story of Ren and Eita is so cute and yep, Eita fits the role of a beastly boyfriend. Mao and Kyo are actually really comedic and outright refreshing. Im rooting for Jun-chan HAHAHA
Samishigariya no Love Letter
Basically, all these couples were fated to each other since the day they met
Escape Journey
I like the variety of characters in the story. Even having Nishima here as a supposed love triangle was fun because we are given a sadder version of being gay. We know that it is tolerated but never truly accepted. That theme of homosexual struggle is real and confronted in this story which is nice and really heartwarming.
3-manen no Kareshi
The insecurities of the uke is there and it's cute how a straightforward "hetero" seme managed to make him comfortable. The next stories were like teasers and I do hope they were longer. although, leaving it at that is fine, too.
Heesu in Class 2
This is EVERYTHING ️. No unnecessary quarrels or obstacles because everything just happens for the sake of the plot. Heesu and Seongwon are so wholesome! When one pulls away, the other push themselves closer towards them. Maybe it didnt have to take 8 years for Sunwoo and Dahm to meet again and it's sad to leave us hanging. Still, seeing as Sunwoo actually waited and was happy for Dahm to get back to him, those two will be alright. And my heart just erupts for Seongwon and Heesu's couple ring and how Seongwon called Heesu his husband.
Hinekure Chaser
This is a good example of balancing immaturity and growth. the uke doesnt have to be irritating for almost 90% of the time and make the seme suffer. oh no, Hizome and Yamato matured TOGETHER. There's an actual character development. this is healthy love ghad, mangas like this are the best ️ these are good slice of life, student x student, and loud ukes that I so so love!
Star x Fanboy
I know the art style is cute but I cant help but think of the worse possible outcomes hahaha. Then i realize, this one is meant to be fluffy and highlighting the passion and determination of an aspiring actor who got to meet and be in a relationship with his idol. Thats why even if i enjoyed it, im still tense the whole time hahaha. Also, i want to emphasize on the childlike character of Fanboy. He might seem like a dreamer or childish that doesnt connect to reality but it is this trait of his that i envy the most. Each waking hours is driven by his purpose to be better in acting which makes him vibrant and more lively. Just as what i learned from socrates, it is best not to lose the curiosity of a child. Star is totally adorable and down to earth, it’s almost scary. Im glad that the author showed how human he is with his ‘negative’ traits.
Mother's Spirit
Im not much for globalization and im somewhat conservative about a culture rooted in nature learning to adapt to a powerful modernized country. The future exploitation scares me but this one is wholesome and gives you that positive change of two cultures meeting. Words fail me right now but Im in love with this ️
The Wolf in the Flower Shop