Bcs in manga he top. And look like top...in manga.
Those stereotypes exist because of misogyny in the first place. People look at a gay couple and try to apply heteronormative stereotypes for some reason. Stepping away from that is a good thing, in my opinion. Maybe it wasn't executed that well in this case, but I still feel like showing someone who would stereotypically be the bottom actually be the top this time, is pretty refreshing for a media that often further perpetuates those stereotypes.
Bcs in manga he top. And look like top...in manga.
And it's a big deal that they casted someone with different looks to the character in the manga because...? Was there any particular reason why he had to look like a stereotypical top? Or does this, along with all the other stupid top/bottom discourse, just trace back to misogyny?
Isn't it a good thing that they're seemingly attempting to move more away from stereotypes like that? That's at least the way I see it.
Bcs in manga he top. And look like top...in manga.
You said "he looked like the top in the manga". That is the only thing I have an issue with. I do not care whether he looks like his manga counterpart or not. That is irrelevant to this argument.
Bcs in manga he top. And look like top...in manga.
Again, how does one look like a top? That's just not how that works. Anyone can top, it just comes down to preference, it has nothing to do with "vibes".
Majority of the 2025 lineup do not take place in a school or university. This is literally one of the exceptions…
I never said it wasn't repetitive, just that there is a reason why they constantly make the same kind of series over and over. If that's not your thing, just wait for the other series that are more unique. There are currently two GMMTV BLs airing that do not take place in either school nor university and the one before that didn't either. Unfortunately, familiar settings (I.E. school, university and office work) are what has the biggest appeal for a mainstream audience. There is a reason why all over the world, you see a lot of the same kind of stories told over and over again. It's simply what most people can recognize themselves in and therefore what sells the most. It's a shame, but it is the truth.
Majority of the 2025 lineup do not take place in a school or university. This is literally one of the exceptions this time around. Just wait around for the other ones. Also, one of the reasons why a lot of BLs take place in those settings is because that is the most relatable to everyone on a mainstream level. It's the same with Japanese series in general as well (using that as an example because it is what I'm the most familiar with.)
This series makes no sense from a historical standpoint, and that doesn’t help.
I hate to say it, but quantity > quality is pretty much to be expected from a GMMTV series. Of course they CAN make quality stuff as well, but that is unfortunately not the case—especially when it comes to BL series.
Also the trope of someone faking their disability or condition or what have you, is so tired.
I mean, it's not like I needed your permission in the first place, but thank you? A bit confused about why you left such a passive aggressive-feeling comment in the first place. I'm sorry I didn't like them pulling a similar twist twice?
Isn't it a good thing that they're seemingly attempting to move more away from stereotypes like that? That's at least the way I see it.
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