I actually really don’t like the ML, but I adore the MC. Usually it’s my problem in a ...

Mih March 1, 2025 12:00 am

I actually really don’t like the ML, but I adore the MC. Usually it’s my problem in a lot of stories, to dislike the MLs but to cheer and love the MCs, it’s frustrating but, well, here I am.

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    tuttoacazzobl March 1, 2025 2:08 am

    What are ML and MC?

    MariChem March 1, 2025 2:30 am
    What are ML and MC? tuttoacazzobl

    ML = Male Lead (the male romantic interest)
    MC = main character (the protagonist)

    tuttoacazzobl March 1, 2025 10:14 am
    ML = Male Lead (the male romantic interest)MC = main character (the protagonist) MariChem

    ahh, gotcha thanks

    Lilith March 1, 2025 10:25 am
    ahh, gotcha thanks tuttoacazzobl

    In Shoujo (straight) mangas it's called the ML and FL (Female Lead). Since there's no FL in BL mangas, the bottom is called MC to keep a clear distinction. I personally prefer calling them "Seme" and "Uke"

    Mih March 1, 2025 11:24 am
    In Shoujo (straight) mangas it's called the ML and FL (Female Lead). Since there's no FL in BL mangas, the bottom is called MC to keep a clear distinction. I personally prefer calling them "Seme" and "Uke" Lilith

    You’re right, I read both types and sometimes I use MC and ML, while others uke and seme Hehehe

    tuttoacazzobl March 1, 2025 4:25 pm
    In Shoujo (straight) mangas it's called the ML and FL (Female Lead). Since there's no FL in BL mangas, the bottom is called MC to keep a clear distinction. I personally prefer calling them "Seme" and "Uke" Lilith

    ahh, so the MC is always the bottom? anyway I agree with you, seme and uke is better

    Lilith March 1, 2025 10:53 pm
    You’re right, I read both types and sometimes I use MC and ML, while others uke and seme Hehehe Mih

    I've noticed the usage of the terms "ML" and "MC" to refer to couples in BL Mangas has increased since last one or two years. I've been reading BL Manga for quite a few years but never noticed these before Covid-19 pandemic. I wonder why.

    Lilith March 1, 2025 10:54 pm
    ahh, so the MC is always the bottom? anyway I agree with you, seme and uke is better tuttoacazzobl

    Yes! Less confusing.