| "why?" This is like asking "You don't like pickles, why?"...don't know, I just don't. Similarly when I would have pickles in a salad which also has other things in it, I can watch show with BL in it if it's not the main focus and there is enough interesting other stuff. Just not interested in it. |
| Because I much prefer to see two guys beating each other to death than romancing each other. |
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| I'll watch every genre except BL, that's a rule I made for myself. |
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| The same reason I don't like furry, or sports, or cyberpunk. It's just not my thing. The amount of people throwing "homophobia" around lightly also doesn't help. Just look at this thread for reference. |
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| Nowadays people cannot have preference without being labeled. I get it. |
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| The same reason I'm not into the idol genre or comedy genre. Doesn't grab my interest |
| I used to watch/read some BL, but I stopped, because I'm no longer attracted to anime guys, and I never liked real life guys to begin with. I'm a lesbian, but I'm mostly asexual. |
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MightBeAWolfe said: The same reason I'm not into the idol genre or comedy genre. Doesn't grab my interest I am the same, also don't like isekai and idols genre. |
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| Just a matter of taste, just like with any other genre. |
CatSoul said: I get why a straight guy wouldn't be into Dick Fight Island kyonkyonkun said: obv no one is excepting them to read titles like dick fight island. Rumor says Squidward Tentacles is a fan of that series. |
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| Idk. Maybe it's just uncomfortable the same way i feel watching ecchi especially those extreme ones. I also watched Oniisama e.. which has the "girls love" tag (wasn't really girls love at all) and it was really good so if boys love have the same thing i think i might watch it. MightBeAWolfe said: true.The same reason I'm not into the idol genre or comedy genre. Doesn't grab my interest |
Sotara said: Laxative said: What I mean is that I simply don't like it since I'm not gay, also I don't think the majority of straight people enjoy BL so to say it is not connected is weird. Maybe you are right. I understand you, thanks for clarifying it. Wusel-chan said: Even if there was tension, it was never acted upon. I advised it to several heterosexual male friends and 4 out of 5 liked it because the story is not about romance, but the story of Banana Fish. Indeed, amazing story, I agree! I recommend to watch Banana Fish to all who like detective, drama and mystery genre! I still hope that Garden of Light will be adapted into anime series too... Although I know that in that case very unpleasant truth will be revealed... I agree with you, although you forgot mentioning the gunfights - they are such a huge part. And the fact that it does play in America also makes the feeling of the anime quite different compared to those who play out in Japan. Did you read the entire manga? Because there were some quite interesting things, which got left out in the anime, such as Charlie becoming an item with Nadia (to name one example). And I - sadly - highly doubt that Garden of Light will be adapted because of what they did on their website. Personally I would love both Angel Eyes and Garden of Light be adapted, because that specific scene in episode 9 doesn't make too much sense without the prequel chapter... |
| The stain of red that colors the pavement Painted with blood of somebody you love Is this the sacrifice for the broken Losing the purest of what's in your heart |
Lucifrost said: CatSoul said: I get why a straight guy wouldn't be into Dick Fight Island kyonkyonkun said: obv no one is excepting them to read titles like dick fight island. Rumor says Squidward Tentacles is a fan of that series. So funny caption attached to the manga! Wusel-chan said: Sotara said: Maybe you are right. I understand you, thanks for clarifying it. Indeed, amazing story, I agree! I recommend to watch Banana Fish to all who like detective, drama and mystery genre! I still hope that Garden of Light will be adapted into anime series too... Although I know that in that case very unpleasant truth will be revealed... I agree with you, although you forgot mentioning the gunfights - they are such a huge part. And the fact that it does play in America also makes the feeling of the anime quite different compared to those who play out in Japan. Did you read the entire manga? Because there were some quite interesting things, which got left out in the anime, such as Charlie becoming an item with Nadia (to name one example). And I - sadly - highly doubt that Garden of Light will be adapted because of what they did on their website. Personally I would love both Angel Eyes and Garden of Light be adapted, because that specific scene in episode 9 doesn't make too much sense without the prequel chapter... Yes, I read the manga. My mistake, sorry. |
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| Over half of the ones I've seen had either rape, pedophilia, or just the relationship being toxic as fuck with them one of them being abusive or a manipulative ass.. Which is a major turnoff to say the least. The main ones I remember liking is Doukyuusei, Banana Fish, and Gakuen Handsome. |
TinaTunaTina said: I think as long as anyone enjoys romance they should be able to watch any sort of couple. I watch gl/bl/straight despite being a straight female. I don't care what their gender is. I just want to see some wholesome romance. I have a friend that just really hates the romance genre so he wouldn't touch any romance heavy title, I can understand that, but I don't get the mindset of not watching a show because it's not the gender your attracted to. Stuff like Given, Stranger at the Sea, and Sasaki to Miyano are really unique. They either completely turn cliches on their head (Sasaki to Miyano) or teaches you good life lessons (Given) that anyone could appreciate. That's just my thoughts on this though. I absolutely agree with you! Given is unique work in its genre. I never watch such works before! And the Mafyu cute little white puppy chihuahua is so adorable! Still recent manga chapters are quite dull for me, only diary pages and memories. I wish the same energetic and atmosphere as were at the beginning and the middle of the manga that were adapted into the anime series! |
MemoreJul 30, 2022 5:03 PM
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| First reason I can think of: Gender It's fairly obvious that the main audience for BLs are females; hell, there's often portrayals of fujoshis in anime as well, particularly in SOLs and school life iirc. Sure, there's also gonna be some guys who like the genre as well (fudanshis), but it's a rather small market. It's pretty much the same way with the yuri market: there's a lot of guys that read doujins on the genre (himedanshi) but there's also a relatively small part of girls interested as well (himejoshis). I genuinely think that the concept of BL is often the following: made by girls for girls. Second reason: Taste This one kinda ties into the first reason in that not everyone will have the exact same taste as another. Sure, there might be some commonalities and similar interests that may arise, but generally, two people won't have the exact same interests so much that it is a carbon copy. That being said, I feel that the forum post is coming off at an aggressive tone with the implication of one being better than the other. Realistically, there's not much you can do to really push someone to liking into a genre; just simple coercion. All in all, it just depends on what the person likes and dislikes and you kind of have to respect their opinions on that while also being able to have the tolerance on ridicule or differing opinions on what you hold dear. |
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Wusel-chan said: wdym with this? owoAnd I - sadly - highly doubt that Garden of Light will be adapted because of what they did on their website. id say they wont adapt it bc the adaption was too much time ago |
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NekOniiChan said: First reason I can think of: Gender It's fairly obvious that the main audience for BLs are females; hell, there's often portrayals of fujoshis in anime as well, particularly in SOLs and school life iirc. Sure, there's also gonna be some guys who like the genre as well (fudanshis), but it's a rather small market. It's pretty much the same way with the yuri market: there's a lot of guys that read doujins on the genre (himedanshi) but there's also a relatively small part of girls interested as well (himejoshis). I genuinely think that the concept of BL is often the following: made by girls for girls. Second reason: Taste This one kinda ties into the first reason in that not everyone will have the exact same taste as another. Sure, there might be some commonalities and similar interests that may arise, but generally, two people won't have the exact same interests so much that it is a carbon copy. That being said, I feel that the forum post is coming off at an aggressive tone with the implication of one being better than the other. Realistically, there's not much you can do to really push someone to liking into a genre; just simple coercion. All in all, it just depends on what the person likes and dislikes and you kind of have to respect their opinions on that while also being able to have the tolerance on ridicule or differing opinions on what you hold dear. Yes, one connects with another. kyonkyonkun said: Wusel-chan said: wdym with this? owoAnd I - sadly - highly doubt that Garden of Light will be adapted because of what they did on their website. id say they wont adapt it bc the adaption was too much time ago There was never such announcement from MAPPA. They didn't stated it. So we hope that the remaining parts of the series will be adapted one beautiful day. |
MemoreJul 30, 2022 5:31 PM
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NextUniverse said:  I hear ppl have a big distaste for BL. I remember being at MAL Christmas event and ppl were putting BL as a genre to avoid, sometimes even on the forum, people don't show a big interest in it. As someone who doesn't care about what genres offer, but rather what every individual anime does in said genre. I see no reason to dislike BL. So, what are the reasons? Because... A part from I am not into boys in sexual way, from the storyline perspective most of the BL genre is just too boring... Most of the BL story is all about a weak and crybaby male getting dominated by a strong alpha male in a blatant way possible if only they can more cover it up little bit like Sankaku Mado no Sotogawa wa Yoru maybe it will be a fine anime to watch. |
tongsamchongs said: NextUniverse said: I hear ppl have a big distaste for BL. I remember being at MAL Christmas event and ppl were putting BL as a genre to avoid, sometimes even on the forum, people don't show a big interest in it. As someone who doesn't care about what genres offer, but rather what every individual anime does in said genre. I see no reason to dislike BL. So, what are the reasons? Because... A part from I am not into boys in sexual way, from the storyline perspective most of the BL genre is just too boring... Most of the BL story is all about a weak and crybaby male getting dominated by a strong alpha male in a blatant way possible if only they can more cover it up little bit like Sankaku Mado no Sotogawa wa Yoru maybe it will be a fine anime to watch. Not always about crybaby and alpha male. Ofthen there are two males who look like usual males, not fragile boy. I also like Sankaku Mado no Sotogawa wa Yoru. Still BL moments are not so many in this series sadly. |
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| Because it's gay and I don't find guys sexually attractive. This is why I can tolerate yuri but not yaoi, because at least I get to see something I'm attracted to. |
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| Because I don't want to watch dudes in a relationship. |
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Sotara said: tongsamchongs said: Because... A part from I am not into boys in sexual way, from the storyline perspective most of the BL genre is just too boring... Most of the BL story is all about a weak and crybaby male getting dominated by a strong alpha male in a blatant way possible if only they can more cover it up little bit like Sankaku Mado no Sotogawa wa Yoru maybe it will be a fine anime to watch. Not always about crybaby and alpha male. Ofthen there are two males who look like usual males, not fragile boy. I also like Sankaku Mado no Sotogawa wa Yoru. Still BL moments are not so many in this series sadly. Exactly what I said... Yes... not always but most of it... I think Sankaku Mado no Sotogawa wa Yoru is a good development in BL genre, I need to confirm twice that it is certainly is BL, before dropped it.. :p |
| among straight men, those that like BL are almost certainly in the minority why could that be a mystery indeed |
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| Look, people have their choices. I might like something you don't, and you might like something I don't. And there isn't anything inherently wrong about that. I sense that OP is deliberately trying to stir up drama here. It's actually nice to see the support for BL here, and the recommendations like Sasaki to Miyano, and Given are great. They are genuinely well-written heartwarming stories which you can enjoy regardless of your sexuality. Whilst a majority of BL might be perceived to be yaoi or just plain hentai, if you did some research you would find some excellent manga. The psychology/motivations behind the characters in well-written BL are also very human at their core, whether it be plain old love, romance, dealing with past trauma, it's all rooted in the basic human condition. It doesn't matter whether you're gay, straight or bi, you are free to enjoy and appreciate good storytelling. As I understand, OP identifies themselves as non-binary. Upon looking at my shared manga with them, I was quite surprised to see they rated Shimanami Tasogare a 4/10. Personally for me, Shimanami Tasogare was an amazing BL/slice-of-life manga, it's combination of visual story telling and the psychology behind the MC were extremely touching in the way he dealt with his internalised homophobia by talking about it with members of the LGBT+ community. If anyone is looking for serious, in-depth psychological manga that also happens to be BL, I highly recommend Shimanami Tasogare and Koimonogatari. Once again, people are free to like and dislike whatever they want, provided they don't shove/force their ideas down someone else's throat non-consensually. Leave people be, enjoy what you like, and let others do the same. Let's all respect each other's views and have constructive discussions. But wait...this is the internet :/ |
tongsamchongs said: Sotara said: Not always about crybaby and alpha male. Ofthen there are two males who look like usual males, not fragile boy. I also like Sankaku Mado no Sotogawa wa Yoru. Still BL moments are not so many in this series sadly. Exactly what I said... Yes... not always but most of it... I think Sankaku Mado no Sotogawa wa Yoru is a good development in BL genre, I need to confirm twice that it is certainly is BL, before dropped it.. :p BL elements are so little there, but it has such traits. LightOfVoid said: Look, people have their choices. I might like something you don't, and you might like something I don't. And there isn't anything inherently wrong about that. I sense that OP is deliberately trying to stir up drama here. It's actually nice to see the support for BL here, and the recommendations like Sasaki to Miyano, and Given are great. They are genuinely well-written heartwarming stories which you can enjoy regardless of your sexuality. Whilst a majority of BL might be perceived to be yaoi or just plain hentai, if you did some research you would find some excellent manga. The psychology/motivations behind the characters in well-written BL are also very human at their core, whether it be plain old love, romance, dealing with past trauma, it's all rooted in the basic human condition. It doesn't matter whether you're gay, straight or bi, you are free to enjoy and appreciate good storytelling. As I understand, OP identifies themselves as non-binary. Upon looking at my shared manga with them, I was quite surprised to see they rated Shimanami Tasogare a 4/10. Personally for me, Shimanami Tasogare was an amazing BL/slice-of-life manga, it's combination of visual story telling and the psychology behind the MC were extremely touching in the way he dealt with his internalised homophobia by talking about it with members of the LGBT+ community. If anyone is looking for serious, in-depth psychological manga that also happens to be BL, I highly recommend Shimanami Tasogare and Koimonogatari. Once again, people are free to like and dislike whatever they want, provided they don't shove/force their ideas down someone else's throat non-consensually. Leave people be, enjoy what you like, and let others do the same. Let's all respect each other's views and have constructive discussions. But wait...this is the internet :/ I totally agree with you! Let's respect other opinions! Thanks for the recommendations! |
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| Because I don't find people kissing interesting, regardless of gender. |
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RobertBobert said: If you want to watch a show about friendship and you don't like the shippers' persistent attempts to make it gay, then you're a homophobe. That is, either you accept their preferences and desires, or you are a bigot. or maybe they're just tired of how often people sexualize same-sex friendships. some people's fetishization gets rather extreme. if they're being so persistent about their shipping to the point of pushing it on or insulting other fans that aren't shipping with them, it's not homophobic to be annoyed by that persistence. some people just want to stick with what's canon. it's kind of sad when people feel the need to take any kind of platonic affection between two male characters in a non-BL show and see it as romantic or sexual love. it's not even just a thing done with boys (or anime, for that matter). I get that a lot of times writers are trying to bait people but you don't have to take it. platonic love exists. |
kyonkyonkun said: Wusel-chan said: wdym with this? owoAnd I - sadly - highly doubt that Garden of Light will be adapted because of what they did on their website. id say they wont adapt it bc the adaption was too much time ago |
| The stain of red that colors the pavement Painted with blood of somebody you love Is this the sacrifice for the broken Losing the purest of what's in your heart |
| I swear, it's not easy to keep politics off. So someone found out I don't like X, Y, Z. The question is: What are they gonna do with that information? Have they figured out a solution for this problem of their own? |
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| I just don't like gay relationship between males. That's the only reason. |
"Nobody could laugh at someone who's trying their hardest" -Machio- |
Wusel-chan said: kyonkyonkun said: wdym with this? owo id say they wont adapt it bc the adaption was too much time ago its a chart of the relations yes but i dont get how it denies an adaptation :o |
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| Because I just like more yuri than BL...... |
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| They don’t want to admit that seeing cute anime boys makes them think naughty thoughts. |
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| Ultimately, Yaoi is just another form of fanservice, not too different from Idols, CGDCT and yes, even the evil ecchi, and unless the show in question has something extra to offer, people who aren't already into that shape of fanservice will not be too intrested in said show. |
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| Because I was raised in a family with values and we don´t consume soy. |
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| Because I prefer women? Also, seeing how I run a club that worships big anime tiddies... |
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| Not comfortable and/or interested in two or more guys making out. I prefer straight relationship. |
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| No hate but I'm straight it does not cater to my tastes |
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| I don't watch it because I am not interested in men. |
| This feels like a strange question. Something like BL can be expected to be most appealing to a few target demographics, and I'm not among them. Every idea has at least a few haters. I don't actively dislike BL, it just doesn't appeal to me. |
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