Some people don’t seem to understand what fantasy is really about. Many individuals have rape fantasies, and while that may be uncomfortable for some, it’s important to remember that these are fictional scenarios, not real-life actions. It's no different than how horror movies depict graphic violence, or how games like GTA showcase crime and chaos. These are all forms of escapism and storytelling.
The one boundary that should never be crossed is involving children or minors in any sexual fantasy, that's absolutely unacceptable.
What frustrates me is seeing people criticize certain manhwas for being "toxic," even when the content is clearly labeled that way. If it’s already tagged as toxic, why act surprised or outraged? These kinds of comments often feel less like genuine critique and more like performative outrage, and that kind of reaction can discourage authors from exploring their creative and sexual expression in fiction. That’s a loss for everyone who values freedom in storytelling.
The author in question handled the toxic romance trope intentionally and effectively. Just because it includes a rape fantasy element doesn’t make the entire work immoral, it’s a fictional fantasy, not a real act. Morality in fiction operates differently than in reality. If you find certain fantasies distasteful, that’s fine, but don’t shame others for theirs. I wouldn’t judge someone for liking something I find unappealing, as long as it stays within ethical boundaries. Let’s respect each other’s yums instead of trying to censor them.
just because its real doesnt mean it needs to be the focus of my manhwa. the difference is, stories like this are romanticizing it, making it seem like its okay to just continue even if your partner says no. because thats pretty much all jaekyung does. its actually insane how much rape there is in these stories. your “yum” can be toxic relationships, but in no situation should it be literal rape. there is a definitive line that authors like this are continuously crossing and frankly, it’s disgusting and disturbing how much they seem to enjoy writing about these characters being tortured almost nonstop. it gets to a point where its no longer good storytelling. a few rape scenes isnt that big of a deal- but *this*??? this is straight up fetishizing. this is almost every interaction they have, is kim dan being abused. over and over ffs.
~ sincerely, a 3x victim that just wants to read goddamn normal manhwa. (≧∀≦)
Guess what, we're adults and we know rape is not okay :DDD this is not for kids for a reason. The only useful thing you can do is to use this immense sense of justice by tracking down minors who reaaaally shouldn't read this. (≡^∇^≡)
Authors enjoy? I don't know, maybe... But that's just what sells the most bruh you're just part of the minorities that don't have an open mind and can handle horrible fictional characters._.
Tells me something, are you one of those who are STILL going to read it till the end and be like "omg best seme"?
There are countless movies and other forms of media that romanticize or depict violence, including sexual violence. So why do some people get so upset over fictional portrayals? At the end of the day, it’s fiction. Even if someone were to act out harmful behavior in real life because of something they saw in media, the responsibility lies with that individual, not with the creators or consumers of fiction.
Many people engage in consensual BDSM and rough roleplay, which often includes elements like gagging or being tied up. These scenarios can even involve pretending to be uncomfortable as part of the dynamic. Are we going to say that's wrong, too? Because if we are, then we're ignoring the fact that these are grown adults making informed, consensual choices. Just like actors in a film, no one is actually being harmed, it’s all performance.
Characters in stories aren't real. And even when real actors are involved, they're playing roles in a controlled, fictional setting. So when people explore certain fantasies through media or roleplay, it doesn't mean they endorse those acts in real life. It’s just a form of expression or fetish, and that’s valid.
To clarify, I'm not personally into rape-themed content, I misspoke if it came across that way. But I don’t think people should be judged for exploring dark or violent themes in fiction. Condemning that can lead to limiting creative freedom.
I don’t think creative freedom should be limited, but also don’t think free speech should be limited because if someone doesn’t like something, they can very well comment on it and it may not be a comment that you necessarily enjoy but if you’re in for a penny, you’re in for a pound if you want to support Freedom in creation, you should also support freedom and critique now I don’t necessarily condone being an evil spiteful person when continuing something, but you have the ability to do so in a respectful way. And that is in regard to something like this website or something like archive of our own. Now I personally don’t believe that you should necessarily take everything you consume under a Microsoft, but you should definitely think critically about the media consuming, and that also applies to this one.
You don’t get to apply logic when you see fit. Rape will always be unacceptable with or without children.
Only appropriate way to handle having rape in your story is if it serves a purpose. Mc having a toxic past relationship etc messing up his current one which they can work on together.
This story just shows the seme raping our uke over and over again. It’s not necessary and it’s sick. We know the 2 of the will end up together. It serves absolutely no purpose to the story. Why not do bad when it’s forgiven? That’s what the artist is showing people. Gross.
So now liking BDSM or non-con in fiction automatically makes someone disgusting? That’s not calling out abuse, that’s just kink-shaming.
I’m not into that kind of thing myself, but let’s be real: if two consenting adults want to explore rape fantasies, through roleplay or fiction, it’s not anyone else’s business. As long as minors aren’t involved in the plot or audience, no one’s being harmed. It’s fiction. It’s fantasy. That’s it.
And saying it’s only “acceptable” if it serves some deep emotional trauma arc? That’s laughable. Fiction doesn't need your moral approval to exist. People don’t need to justify their tastes to you. Not every story has to teach a lesson or follow your idea of what’s meaningful.
Funny how rape in fiction suddenly “crosses the line,” but murder, torture, war, and all kinds of violence are glorified in mainstream movies and games, and no one bats an eye. So killing people is fine for entertainment, but writing about dark sexual power dynamics is “sick”? That’s a double standard, and it’s hypocritical.
If something triggers you, that’s valid. But that’s on you to avoid, not on everyone else to censor themselves. You’re not the morality police.
Fiction isn’t reality. No one is being hurt. And if it’s not for you, cool, don’t read it. But don’t pretend your personal discomfort gives you the right to dictate what others are allowed to create or enjoy. You don’t get to decide that.
The fact that you’re conflating BDSM and non-con to actual rape is crazy because there is a clear difference. In the first two when the sub or the person the act is being done to says stop everybody stops. That does not happen in rape.
I feel like you are purposely misconstruing with the other person is saying. They are saying that the rape as a backstory trope is stupid unless it performs an actual objective other than just being used for shock value, and a fetish. Turning it from just a shock to a meaningful backstory that carries emotional weight resulting in the emotional fulfillment as well as a message hope to victims is better than not.
Saying that if rape is bad, then all violence is bad is not a hot take. It’s not even a cold take because those games go out of their way to often explain that violence is bad. Most superhero comic stories, fucking grand theft, auto that almost always has the criminals in question being fucking miserable, like not everything needs a Aesop fable type of moral but all art is political. All art has a message and if your message is, it’s ok to rape your partner multiple times because you guys are in love then why the fuck did you make that first of all and second of all we should be able to call into question your beliefs because what the fuck?
I genuinely don’t believe that you care about anybody else but yourself because people with the stocking point are often selfish because like what do you mean you don’t care about anything other than this like no racism, no corrective rape, no extremely harmful misogynist behavior like what do you mean? What are you talking about?
Fiction isn’t reality however fiction affects reality that’s why people were scared of sharks because of jaws that’s why people think. Rabbits love carrots because of bugs bunny. People are able to like what they like and when it’s not hurting anyone, I’m all for it however, it won’t kill you to take a more critical eye to the media you consume.
I never said BDSM is rape, I know it’s consensual. My point is that BDSM literally mirrors rape fantasies, just in a consensual setting. That’s the entire appeal for a lot of people: the simulation of non-consent. Bondage, blindfolds, “forced” scenarios, even stuff like roleplaying with chloroform, are all ways people explore the idea of powerlessness and violation in a safe, agreed-upon way. It’s a kink, and yeah, it reflects rape fantasy. That doesn’t mean it is rape, it means that people engage with those ideas in a way that’s controlled. If that makes you uncomfortable, fine, but don’t twist it into a bad-faith argument where I’m “confusing rape and BDSM” when I clearly never said that.
Second, you’re acting like anyone who defends darker fiction automatically supports the real-life version of that behavior. That’s a dangerous and dishonest leap. Just because someone reads or writes rape fantasy doesn’t mean they want rape to happen in real life, most of the time, it’s the opposite. The fantasy is a way to explore taboo, trauma, or control without anyone actually getting hurt.
You say fiction affects reality, I agree. But that goes both ways. Fiction can be a safe outlet for people to process real experiences or emotions. Saying “you shouldn’t write this” or “this trope is harmful no matter what” is just censorship hiding behind morality. You're telling other people what they're allowed to explore in their own private media, based on how you feel. That’s not protection, that’s control.
Let’s not pretend GTA or most popular hip hop is some deep anti-violence message. GTA is literally about shooting people, stealing cars, and causing chaos, and it’s fun as hell. We don’t demand that game devs add moral disclaimers. Same with rappers who talk about murder, gang violence, drugs, are you calling those immoral too, or do you just reserve outrage for sex-related stuff? Pick a lane.
At the end of the day, rape fantasy is still fantasy. If someone reads it because they relate to the character being violated, that’s valid. It’s their way of feeling something safely. No real person is being hurt, no one is being raped, and you don’t get to dictate someone else’s inner world.
You can criticize writing all you want, go ahead, but calling it dangerous or immoral just because it deals with rape fantasy or dark kinks isn’t critique. It’s lazy moral panic. The same energy boomers had when they thought Doom or Eminem were turning kids into criminals.
If you can handle fiction about murder, torture, war, or genocide without flipping out, but draw the line at consensually created rape fantasy, then maybe the issue isn’t the fiction. Maybe it’s just your discomfort with the fact that people experience sexuality and trauma in ways you don’t understand.
And frankly? That’s your problem, not theirs.
What an interesting topic. Not saying you're wrong or anything, but I was taken aback a bit by the boldness!
You are right, some people's fantasy are more insane than others (I came across one where a character is being...absorbs into the MC's body...during intercourse(⊙…⊙ )...it's obviously not for me but there's an audience for it).
I do believe it's all projection and the demographic reading this.
This is why I come back to these Topics under Jinx.
There are intelligent people behind screens who understand the difference as clear as day and do not conflate the two sides together.
We've all read and writen something considered "immoal" not because we want it to happen in real life, but because it our curiosity and like you said; a kink. But that doesn't mean we'll act it out.
Those who commit crimes are usually weak-minded individuals who blurred the line between fantasy and reality, thus leads to unfortunate events.
Girl, there are a thousand good stories out there, what the helly are you even doing here? It's fiction, if you're not mature enough to separate things, you shouldn't be consuming any type of fictional work and cut the crap looking for empathy with your trauma dump, it's just as annoying as your whole presence here in the comments.
It’s funny how some people willingly annoy themselves. I get that everyone has their own opinions, but it’s hilarious when someone keeps reading a manhwa they supposedly hate, only to leave the same complaints over and over. If you think it’s trash, why not just drop it instead of torturing yourself? It’s that simple. Not every story will be to your taste, but plenty of people enjoy it. I’d understand if there was actual critique instead of just “I hate this,” but hey, do what you want. I just find it weird (and kind of dumb) that instead of moving on, some people choose to keep reading just to spread negativity.
Many BL readers these days don't appreciate good storytelling. They prefer unrealistic interactions and overly dramatic characters, which is often toxic but sweet. This might be because many of them are young and see the world differently. They don't recognize good writing and are shallow in their preferences.
If you don't like smut and toxic content, don't read manhwa labeled as such, and then shit on it. That's why genres and tags exist. If you actually read the plot, you'll see it's not as bad as you're making it out to be. It might not be the best compared to what I've read but its one of the most decent one compared to new releases out today.
I already knew about the toxicity going in. That’s not the thing I was talking about. I’m saying what plot??? Bc literally it’s just gets job —> rape —> angry man who doesn’t apologize —> cycle repeats back to rape. If that’s what you’re calling “decent plot” boy you have NOT read enough stories lmaoooo
It appears there's a misunderstanding. While the work is tagged as rape, I interpret it differently, considering that Dan consented to the arrangement with the seme. Although I can't recall if all instances were consensual, that's not my main focus. I'm discussing the decency of the storyline within its genre, not comparing it to other works like "Under the Cherry Blossom." What's truly frustrating is how people, not necessarily you, harass the author and give it a low rating simply because they dislike the toxicity inherent in the genre.
I'm confident I've read enough. Over the years, I've delved into a variety of genres, including BL and novels, so I can discern what makes a good story. Regarding "Jinx," I wouldn't label it as the worst; it's decent. If you've truly gone through the entire comic, you'd recognize there's a depth to the characters' stories, except perhaps for the Seme, whose backstory may unfold in season 2. Again, I stress that within the context of the toxic genre, "Jinx" stands as a decent example. Comparing it to other genres would miss the point I'm making.
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(The translations I received were a bit messy, so I skipped some of the gaming details and focused on the interactions between Jigu and Neuta.)
Neuta changed his gaming appearance to match his neighbor's, leading Jigu to play less and causing concern for Neuta.
Neuta bonded with Jigu's brother and niece, growing closer to them.
Jigu began to suspect that Neuta might be his gaming partner. This suspicion arose when Jigu messaged Neuta in Blue Hole, and Neuta replied saying he was unwell. Jigu promptly visited Neuta's apartment, knocking on his door to check on him.
Their relationship deepened as a result.
The story starts promisingly but quickly loses its appeal, becoming bland. I cant understand why the seme would fall for the weird Uke for such weak reasons. The Uke's behavior is that of a stalker, for heaven's sake! Who in their right mind would develop feelings for someone just because they say sweet things, especially when they're a stalker? The writers should have created a more compelling narrative to showcase the Uke's complexity to the Seme overtime, so he wouldn't just see him as this weird person. And seriously, the dildo? How did the Seme not find that strange, especially considering the circumstances of being alone with the Uke in his apartment? Despite these flaws, I must admit the art style was quite good.
?? uke wasn't necessarily a stalker I feel like ur dragging that, he fell for the uke as a friend at first bc he was the only one who "handle" or know the truth behind his actual personality mabye its been a while for the seme to hear those words from someone else so it touched him the seme is pretty sensitive, then he started falling for him lil by lil ,they r both flawed characters who find comfort within each other we will probably learn more of their backstorys but calling out the uke for being "weird" is literally the purpose of why he struggles with his emotions
?? uke wasn't necessarily a stalker I feel like ur dragging that, he fell for the uke as a friend at first bc he was the only one who "handle" or knew the truth behind his actual personality mabye its been a while for the seme to hear those words from someone so it touched him the seme is pretty sensitive if u look at it, then he started falling for him lil by lil the seme is more open and quick to act on his emotions then the uke ,they r both flawed characters who find comfort within each other we will probably learn more of their backstorys but calling out the uke for being "weird" is literally the purpose of why he struggles with his emotions also I nvr understood the dildo situation does no normal adult have that around ? Like I get in the open was silly but ??!
They've only hung out once, and their interactions have mostly been unpleasant. The Seme was even ready to kill him, for goodness' sake. Then, out of nowhere, after their first hangout, he quickly develops feelings for him? And to make matters worse, the Uke is essentially a stalker, which is a punishable offense.
Picture being stalked, then suddenly this strange stalker becomes your group mate, and you're forced to spend time with someone you've been trying to avoid. Then, out of the blue, this person starts creepily trying to read your emotions during vulnerable moments and sweet-talking you. Would you instantly fall in love with them? Let's even forget the stalking; let's say they're just a random person. Are you that susceptible to falling in love just because they said some basic things like "you're not a bad person"?
Even the Noona found it strange that the protagonist would leave something like that out in the open when expecting a visitor. If I had a straight friend coming over and we were alone, I'd feel incredibly embarrassed if they saw my dildo lying around, and the Seme even touched it, eww, that's so unnatural. In real life, touching something that goes into someone's butt is just not something people typically do.
No they've hung out alot yeah their interactions weren't the best but that's kinda the point is to built off development within the interactions especially bc the seme was finding it hard to open up to the uke bc he obv had a wall built up even after finding out the one person to find the truth about his personality was a "weirdo" like him, the uke stalking wasn't to the extreme as ur making it seem he did stare alot of front of the seme I think the uke was more pushy than anything which obv made the seme break ,bc he doesnt like ppl getting close to him he hates it ?? That's the point why he has this face smile 24/7 , lil by lil they started to talk way deeper tho I do agree it could've been dragged a lil longer but their feelings towards each other wasn't anything close to lazy writing or "moving on too quickly" theirs going to be more angst in their relationship it isn't going to be perfect and I do think the reason why the seme "fell so quickly" prob has to do w sum in his past but
Their initial meeting was pleasant but brief. However, the subsequent interactions primarily consisted of the Uke stalking the Seme. Are you suggesting that the Seme gradually falls in love with the Uke because of the stalking behavior? If so, that's poor writing. In reality, most people wouldn't fall in love with their stalker; they'd likely report it to the authorities.
???? that was the whole point of his character ???? dohu was following juheon in the first place because he also thought he'd be an interesting, dark character for his novel, but realized after a few conversations that he's just putting up a front because he believed his real self was unlovable. juheon's character is someone who just wanted to be told that he's still worthy of being loved even when imperfect and dohu was that person, that's why he fell so quickly.








All that built-up tension for what?