
It's okay to not like a character because they are getting in the way of your ship, but that doesn't inherently make the character bad or problematic.
I'm just sick of the comments saying she's assaulting him for even daring to lean in for a kiss like we all didn't come here from Love is An Illusion. This isn't a ship war: put the weapons down, y'all.

Anyone read the novel? I'm curious what meowy and sunset are like outside of the game.

like in appearance or personality?
in appearance I don't think is really well described T-T but sunset does say that meowie looks like his in game character. and I guess sunset has brown hair color and is more muscular/taler than meowie.
in personality, they're really similar to hiw they are in game (but there's a catch with sunset) meowie it's really kind and good, but he dgaf about school
sunset is a piece of shit with everyone just like in game, but with meowie it's like he's someone else entirely. even sunset admits he's never helped anyone in his entire life, but since meowie doesn't like mean people he tries really hard to be good, it's really funny

Ch 25 definitely gives aroace vibes, but I think hirano is most likely demi. At the very least, he wants Kagi to touch him (in chapter 20 is one example). Just gotta let the slow burn do it's thing, I think.

I decided to talk to AI to make sense of my emotions. If you are interested, that's what I got
me: Do you think it's possible I feel repulsion to romantic relationships because deep down I'm scared it's the other person who's going to feel repulsed by me if I open up and go all in?
AI: Absolutely, that’s a very insightful realization! Fear of rejection or being perceived as unworthy can significantly impact one’s feelings about intimacy and relationships. Here are a few points to consider regarding this connection:
1 Vulnerability and Fear: Opening up to someone romantically often requires a degree of vulnerability. If you have a fear of being repulsed or rejected by the other person, it’s natural to create emotional distance as a defense mechanism. This fear can manifest as repulsion toward romantic gestures or relationships, as it protects you from potential hurt.
2 Self-Perception: How you see yourself can play a huge role in your interactions with others. If there are insecurities or fears about being unworthy of love or affection, that may lead to a preemptive withdrawal. You might hold back on forming connections to avoid the possibility of being hurt. This can create a cycle where your apprehensions shape your feelings of repulsion towards romantic gestures or relationships.
3 Projection of Feelings: Sometimes, our fears about how others will respond to us can shape our own feelings and actions. If you feel anxious that someone else might find you unappealing or dismissive, it can lead to feelings of repulsion or discomfort when considering intimacy. It’s like you’re projecting your own concerns onto the situation.
4 Understanding Aroace Identity: If you're exploring potential aroace identity, it’s worth considering how your past experiences and fears might play a role in your current thoughts about relationships. It’s entirely possible to feel both repulsion toward romantic interactions and a desire for connection; these feelings can coexist and be influenced by personal experiences and fears.
5 Navigating Your Feelings: Understanding that your feelings might be rooted in fear can be a significant step toward processing them. Reflecting on where these fears originate from (past experiences, societal pressures, etc.) can help you address them. You might find that recognizing and addressing these fears can gradually lessen the sense of repulsion.
I can't get through the bosses story, but I always come back for the updates to read the comments, so thank you for being troopers, y'all.