Jan 19, 2023
This manga is an anthology of 7 short yaoi stories, and I must say they are quite spicy. The most notable thing about Sailor Men is that the author does not shy away from showing gratuitous sexuality like other BL artists do. Gone are the vague pleasures of expression and steam clouds, having been replaced with detailed artwork of male anatomy with minimal (almost pointless) censorship. This manga falls much more into the H category than merely "erotica" and for that it demands praise. Focus on romance is minimal and is merely a narrative device to for the characters to sleep together.
Most of the characters
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have a toned, muscular physique without completely approaching bara. This is still a bit too muscular for my taste, as I prefer thinner characters, and this may be an issue if you are looking for more androgynous characters.
Some chapters contain themes of BDSM, pet play and sexual violence (particularly chapters 5-7), and they're also the weakest chapters in the book from a story and art perspective. The titular "Sailor Men" appears in chapter 2 and features crossdressing themes.
In summary, this manga is for those looking for graphic sexuality with some kink thrown in, with a variety of scenarios for added flavor. Those looking for fluff with deeper intimacy, showing the growth of a bond or relationship should look elsewhere. The artwork and anatomy are very good, and are what make this manga memorable.
Reviewer’s Rating: 7
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