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I think the design of the FL Evangeline is so unimaginably beautiful, it gives me chills. It’s honestly peak design for me personally.
And I’m not just talking about her ethereal beauty, I mean even her horrifying presence and supernatural essence, it’s portrayed and drawn to be so hauntingly gorgeous.
I don’t fully enjoy her complete obliviousness to the effects she has on others and the world around her, it feels unrealistic—but I get a sense that she knows something is off, but is subconsciously suppressing it to protect herself—I mean, being transmigrated is already hard enough, so admitting she’s not even human would break her. That’s my headcanon.
However, the depth of emotion and intensity of perception of the other characters is incredible. The fear and reverence they feel towards Evangeline is so potently portrayed, that it almost makes up for Evangeline’s lack of said depth. Her airheaded nature is compensated by the intensity of the other characters groundedness in reality.
Overall—I’m excited to see where the story goes, and how they further explore the dynamics of Evangeline’s supernatural existence with the world around her, and the psychological and emotional expressions of this through the other characters.
I will say though…I’m not a huge fan of the dark, demonic, or religious themes and the crimes committed causally. I’m not a huge fan of dark fantasy like that—where we see the gruesome realities of human greed, corruption, and sin. It’s triggering asf.
As an avid reader and consumer of media, I often ponder on the complexities of the human mind...particularly when it comes to emotions. I've noticed that most people don't look past surface levels, missing out on the depth that has sustained humanity up until now.
We have dumb shit like fan service, racism, sexism, subtly imprinted or mentioned in a myriad of media. But its often left unquestioned. Even more popular medias like Love Island or Baddies is filled with emotionally immature and unevolved adults who seem to have no real concept of bettering themselves or their lives. ( this is ESPECIALLY prevalent in Yaoi and BL )
Too often do I see toxicity praised or unhealthy mindsets romanticized. And while I do believe these are natural parts of humanity, it gets to a point where I ask "How could someone enjoy something so blatantly harmful?". It feels like we as humans have gradually lost empathy and a desire for meaning. Feels like were all lost in a sea or rot and denial.
So my "question" is...where do we draw the line? Will we justify toxicity cause it makes our heart race? Will we allow harm as long as it pleases us? When would morality become more important that a quick fix? When does pleasure become less valuable then the grand scheme of "feeling good"
or...am I reading WAAAY too into things and needa chill? lol...
I don’t know if everyone goes with everyone’s view and I’m not entirely accurate but I think when it comes to yaoi/some bl it is or was used to let people deal with trauma and/or live in a bad system but still have desires and live in a hypothetical that not everything has to be bad without ignoring the fact that it is as an escape from reality. For me, I like the escapism in media
Agreed, escapism is one way to think of it.
But on that note, if its truly "escaping" from reality--why must we write pain and hurt into it. Why do authors write homophobia into stories about gay people, if its about escaping. While it is reality, and exposure to the horrors of prejudice are valuable to spread awareness, wouldn't a world where one can love freely without homophobia, prejudice, and toxicity be a more valuable escape?
This circles back to my main question...where will we draw the line between escapism and pure unhealthy portrayals in media? When will we realize that even if something makes us FEEL good, its may not ACTUALLY BE GOOD for us.
I like it so far. Pretty interesting concept.
But…why is that little girl in micro booty shorts and a micro crop top? Can we be friends?