Only at chapter 21 and will finish reading, but I like how we learn that Lee Geum was drawn to the game because of his loneliness and desire for normalcy. There's something super relatable about that, and I love that it's what brings him to Sanghwa.
Aww, I really enjoyed this. Loved the tone, art-style, and how both MCs learn to let go and move on with each other. <3
Back to say that I loved reading the creators' notes and learning about how their commitments to depicting humanity, love, and better, more just futures shaped this series. It is true that cruelty and violence exist in many forms, but I hope the creators know that their message got through to me. Also wish the official site had a spot for comments, sigh...
Just finished the first season on the official site and holy shit what a magnificent epic! I can barely find words to encompass the depth of this webtoon, so here my jumbled thoughts:
1) Wolfgang is such a special, special character. There is so much nuance and growth to him, all the while remaining faithful to his lifelong benevolent nature. He's obviously positioned as the underdog from the get-go and it seems obvious that you are to root for him, but it really is the journey you go on with him that spans years that made it especially beautiful. Also, his more adult design towards the end was gorgeous.
2) A really, really well-done epic that mixes fantasy, political intrigue, family, and historical references. Seriously, I stayed up until 5AM reading the first chapter and had to come here to word-vomit my feelings. I have to work in a few hours. T_T
3) Loved the subtle romance that grows between the Wolfgang and Soohyuk. I cried a lot because there was always so much uncertainty, but that ending (at least for Season 1) was just *chef's kiss*. I just want them to be together forever. T_T
4) Fair warning: It deals with a LOT of really dark themes that I did not expect when I began reading. I can normally stomach pretty dark stuff, but violence against children really gets to me. The story was way too good to give up, but just want to note this. I appreciated the trigger warning provided in one/some of the chapters, but definitely needed more and hope folx who may have been triggered by the content are okay.
Awww, I really enjoyed this story and watching both MCs find their ways, and the art is GORGEOUS.
Still one of my favorites of all time. I really like the MCs and the pacing of their relationship. It makes you invested in them as a couple and root for them. Maybe the grandpa will let them be together so that history isn't repeated? Pleeeease?
Aww, this was so heartwarming. It really eased my heart after a rough week. I saw someone say it was too unrealistic, but I wonder if we can reframe what this webtoon is doing: not describing our current reality but describing a possible future where queer folx can live and love openly.
Yeah...But daamn, I wouldn't even be reading manga if I wanted something realistic.xD
Yeah, same lol. Just a different perspective for people who couldn't get past that part of it.
Gahhh, I love them. And that has got to be the cutest sex scene ever.