I lowkey prefer the villainess type ngl, because the saint genre is js so gullible
I noticed this too, and honestly this is what made me stop reading fantasy/historical villainess rofan manhwa. （￣へ￣）it gets repetitive, I could read like 3 different historical manhwa and they would all have the same plot, premise, dynamics, what-not… my thoughts on these tropes are, they’re repetitive, boring, and wishy-washy. I think the more you read the more you notice the same patterns and archetypes.
Ikr!! There's just something so satisfying about reading the villainess trope who got sick of being hurt. Meanwhile theres the classic saint FL who forgives everyone, gets betrayed five times, and still goes, "There must be a misunderstanding." Like... girl. PLEASE.
I actually agree. T-T ... I think the more manhwa you read, the easier it becomes wat will happen. Sometimes I can guess the ML, the villain, and even the ending within the first 20 chapters.
I don't mind familiar tropes ig, I just don't like when every series follows the exact same formula with barely any twists. That's usually when I end up dropping it. When it's just like every manhwa ever
Easier it becomes to predict*** mb
Nothing is original, I would read both depending on how the author adds their own twist in the plot, sub-plot, world building and etc. Sadly, adaptations are way too focused on making an adaptation on what's "popular" right now because it sells well.
Fr. Nothing is 100% original anymore in this big year. They has to be copied/inspired from somewhere especially if it guarantees money. But I gotta say the most unforgettable manga (my fav) is very cliché and nothing unique at all. They just have authors who understand pacing and character writing n all important things when it comes to writing a story. (ʃƪ＾3＾)They cook.
I want to say ironically (￣∇￣")
I noticed angst manhwa female leads almost always fall into one of these two types.
1. The villainess reincarnate.
She's smart, manipulative, and willing to control people's perceptions if it means staying alive. She'll lie, scheme, and create the perfect public image but not because she's evil, but because the world gave her no other choice.
2. The saint.
She's genuinely kind and chooses to believe that fate, karma, or simple goodness will eventually set things right. She suffers endlessly, yet somehow the universe always rewards her in the end.
Obviously there are more than just these two, but these two are everywhere.
Which type do you prefer reading about? Or is there a more archetype you think shows up just as often?