What is the end that shocked you the most?
For me, it was Hate Mate. Because until the very last panel, I truly didn't expect these two to end together at all, not for a second, it never even crossed my mind. I was 100% sure it was gonna be the other one. It's even more shocking that it seems like I'm the only one siding with the other character. And I still think choosing him would have been the better end. But whatever, I don't really care... everyone is happy..... except meee TT
Ditto on Hate Mate. It stuck so bad I can't even reread the manhwa again
Also
https://www.mangago.me/read-manga/truth_or_dare/
Not exactly the ending. But the plot twist mid end had me rolling
「My Humble Practical Tips for Getting Back to Finding Good Works That You LOVE After Not Finding Anything Readable」
Summary first:
1- Don't check the rating.
2- Don't check the reviews.
3- Don't focus on the art.
4- Be ready for flaws.
5- Read slowly.
6- Try later.
7- Give second chances.
Essay second:
1- Before starting a candidate, don't check the rating.
You know that what thousands of people give 5/5 might not even be worth 0.1/5 for you.
So it is possible that what thousands of people give 0.1/5 could be 5/5 for you.
(I'm exaggerating the numbers intentionally. I know!). Rating should be the last thing you care about when you are desperate for a new work.
2- Don't check the reviews.
Explore the work through your own lens before you read a random negative review that makes you read the work while expecting the negatives at the back of your mind, causing you to not like it even after you read it yourself.
3- Don't focus on the art.
If you are really struggling to find something good, you will find yourself having no choice but to lower your standards. And if it happens that you like the story and decide to read it, after seeing its art for enough time, your eyes might become accustomed to it, and it might not give you the same level of discomfort.
4- Don't expect anything grand. Be ready for a little of disappointment.
Every work has flaws. When you anticipate only the good aspects then get the flaws shoved in your face in response, you get more disappointed than if you made yourself ready for them. And that will make you more likely to drop the work entirely.
5- Read slowly. Ponder each panel.
When you are racing against time so you could finish and still have time left for your responsibilities afterward,
you might not fully appreciate the atmosphere of the work, because you are missing a lot of tiny details that together make a difference.
So go finish your studying/work first. And if they take all your day... then that's it. Go to sleep. No reading today. Tell yourself that you will have nice dreams.
6- If you are trying everything and nothing works, try later.
Maybe the problem is not in what you are reading, but in your current state. Sleep deprivation–for example–could decrease your focus significantly, and numb your thinking, and make you moody. Which affects your reading experience negatively.
7- Give the works you dropped a "second round exam" if you haven't already done that.
I hate to say this because it feels so heavy to do, but it might work. Stay with the work just a little while longer. If it still doesn't pass your test, just let it drop itself. By doing this you are resting assured that you are not missing a gem, no matter how everyone likes it.
And lastly, I'm not saying you have to absolutely do these, or else you will fail.
No, I'm just suggesting them. And I hope you find this useful.
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(English is not my first language. So if there are any linguistic mistakes, I would like you to point them out.
Thank you very much!)
What made you start reading? And what did you get out of it that made you stick with it?
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Mine was a web since my ex friend showed me mangaforest.com so i was on it for 2 weeks till i was over w the ads so i moved to mangajinx.com then to here after asking for recommendations if it was worth it and now am here. From what i got that sticked w me was how it didnt really make a big dent to my life as i thought since i did something stupid bcuz of it soo yeah ╥﹏╥
What do you guys look for in works to evaluate them as good? What aspects do you look at when rating them, and how much out of 10 do you give each aspect?
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I think I look for enjoyability in particular,, like it doesn't matter if the art isn't that good, doesn't matter if the plot is cliche ( however I do get pretty harsh with plot progressions, but I'm easily impressed too so it balances out ) but the very the very thing that keeps me reading is how enjoyable a story is.
i can't exactly put it into numbers but I'm pretty sure enjoyability is high.
usually I look for this and determine how good the story is based off each but tbh sometimes idc and I just read shit to read it without much thought.
1. general plot - is it boring, is it complex, does the plot make sense or is it bs
2. character likeability - can I relate or resonate with a character or do I find them to be super annoying
3. world building - this one isn't required but if the plot is heavy on it's surroundings then I need good worldbuilding
4. how spicy the smut is (If it's NSFW) - this ones self explanatory but tbh some stories have smut I could do without
5. sometimes the artwork - art can make it or break it for me sometimes
I just rate them out of 5 for general likeability but I meanly look for if I like the general plot
I read:
Bones and Petals,
Full Moon Alchemist,
Murderer Llewellyn's Enchanting Dinner Invitation,
and liked them.
I also like:
Codename Anastasia,
Addicted to Deathly Desire,
The 11th School Trip,
Winterfield,
and Moonlight.
I never read anything with any of:
The possibility of any type of pregnancy.
Reincarnation.
Slice of Life.
I read:
what has yaoi but still has a solid enough plot that if it wasn't yaoi there would still be a plot or something I like,
and doesn't have swearing in every speech bubble,
and has a good translation.
So, any recommendations?
I'm very picky so you'd better choose the best of the best. Thank you.
(English is not my first language, if there are any language mistakes I would like you to point them out. Thank you very much.)
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Some of my faves:
Dreadful Night
Radio Storm
Private Scandal
Park Hanhoo's Manager
Beyond Memories
The Hunter Wants to Live Quietly
Guiding Hazard
Reunion
Cry Me A river
The Pawn's Revenge
Death Delayed for a Short Time Because of the Will
Kill Me If You Can
Payback
Dead man Switch
Problematic Leadership Activities
Under the Greenlight
Bittersweet Sweet Darling
I Have To Be A Great Villain
Ogus's Law
Global Examination

I'm sad my questions are getting dislikes; I feel out of the circle and hated for no reason.
dont take the dislikes seriously, ppl find it funny to dislike for no reason lol
No I think some people just dislile any post for the sake of it, dw about it!!
It’s a rage bait don’t fall for it!! Mainly also bec it’s anonymous
Thank you a lot ♡