#cp+ 2016

[syrupoison]

and im supposed to think they're not soulmates?!?!?!

[ratfc]

Acho engraçado que haja muitos "sportinguistas" a dizer que não vão apoiar mais o clube enquanto não houver mudanças estruturais

[ceasarslegion]

sometimes i remember that 3 people i went to high school with died of a fentanyl overdose all on the same night and because i didnt really know any of them that well ive always had this "huh. it feels weird that that happened and that it never ruined my day" feeling about it. like terrible that happened but i never spoke to any of them, i only had one same class with one of them.

sometimes i also remember that another guy i went to high school with flew to the states to try to overthrow a government that wasnt even his own on january 6th. And that two other kids ended up in jail 2 months after we graduated and another ended up in prison for distribution of cp 2 years later. My graduating class was 22 people bro we didnt even go to some sketchy outreach school we went to a private international IB academy (im not rich i went for free because my parents are teachers there) like what was actually wrong with the class of 2016 because no other group before or after ours was like that. I once ended up in a rich kid slap fight because i told one of the girls that we are not spending 700 of our prom budget on BALLOONS

[alldancersaretalented]

Dancers that have gone up against Crystal and beat/tied her

(just doing this because she has been almost unbeatable in the last couple of years! I only included dances that she placed with)

TDA Las Vegas 2016 - Peewee Solo

1st: Lainey Harris (Spanish Rose) - Dance Industry PAC 2nd: Brooke Toro (Once Upon Another Time) - Danceology 3rd: ALiyah Rose Maese (Whistle) - The Rock 5th: Kamri Peterson (Youth) - CSPAS 5th: Crystal Huang (Prayer Of The Children) - Yoko's

KAR Nationals Las Vegas Nationals Blue Room 2016 - Primary 8 & Under

1st: Ava Rose Campbell (Do You Want?) - The Surge 2nd: Mariah Humphrey (When I Grow Up) - Element Dance Center 3rd: Colby Piattoni (Not That Smart) - Cutting Edge Dance Center 4th: Crystal Huang (Prayer Of The Children) - Yoko's

Radix Nationals 2017 - Mini Female CP

1st: Dyllan Blackburn - Project 21 2nd: Crystal Huang - Yoko's

TDA Las Vegas 2017 - Mini Female BD

1st: Brightyn Brems - CSPAS 2nd: Sabine Nehls - The Rock 3rd: Brooklyn Cooley - Club Top 10: Summer Montenegro - The Rock Top 10: Aimee Cho - WDP Top 10: Ali Ogle - Larkin Top 10: Alexis De Lucas Top 10: Savannah Kristich - The Rock Top 10: Charlotte Cogan - The Company Top 10: Crystal Huang - Yoko's

24Seven San Diego 2017/18 - Mini Solo

1st: Savannah Kristich (Escape From Mongolia) - The Rock 2nd: Makaia Roux (Sleeping Beauty Variation) - Danceology 2nd: Kamri Peterson (Found) - CSPAS 2nd: Crystal Huang (Improv) - Yoko's

24Seven Santa Clara 2017/18 - Mini Solo

1st: Kami Couch (Supernova) - Project 21 1st: Crystal Huang (Look Out) - Yoko's

Radix Portland 2017/18 - Mini Solo

1st: Gracyn French (Ivy) - Project 21 1st: Crystal Huang (Look Out) - Yoko's

Nuvo Anaheim 2017/18 - Mini Solo

1st: Sophia Sands (Snowfall) - Danceology 2nd: Elliana Walmsley (The Path) - MLDA 2nd: Crystal Huang (Passacaglia) - Yoko's

Nuvo Albuquerque 2017/18 - Mini Solo

1st: Elliana Walmsley (The Path) - MLDA 2nd: Rachel Loiselle (Archangel) - Club 3rd: Addison Middleton (Unveiled Lullaby) - Signature 3rd: Bella Sor (Through Time) - Club 3rd: Crystal Huang (Passacaglia) - Yoko's

Jump Dallas 2017/18 - Mini Solo

1st: Avery Watson (Smile) - Prodigy Dance and PAC 2nd: Crystal Huang (Work) - Yoko's

Radix Nationals 2018 - Mini Female CP

1st: Savannah Kristich - The Rock 2nd: Crystal Huang - Yoko's

TDA Las Vegas 2018 - Mini Female BD

1st: Elliana Walmsley - MLDA 2nd Savannah Kristich - The Rock 3rd: Crystal Huang - Yoko's

TDA Las Vegas 2019 - Mini Solo

1st: Brooke Toro (Caverns) - Danceology 1st: Crystal Huang (Tarred Crow) - The Rock

TDA Las Vegas 2021 - Junior Solo

1st: Claire Monge (Agape) - Larkin 1st: Crystal Huang (Human) - The Rock

Nuvo Anaheim 2022/23 - Teen Solo

1st: Isabella Lynch (I See) - Danceology 1st: Izzy Howard (This Bitter Earth) - WDP 1st: Crystal Huang (The Chairman's Waltz) - The Rock

NYCDA Nationals 2023 - Teen Solo

1st: Izzy Howard (This Bitter Earth) - WDP 2nd: Crystal Huang (The Chairman's Waltz) - The Rock

[uswnt5]

This year has been so great to us, CP coming back from the dead + scoring, the Glennon double date pod, the pic of them and channings baby and now kissing in front of 20k fans at a stadium. 2016 us is shook.

haha for real! great year!

[accio-victuuri]

i am basing this post from this video, cause i love me some early cpf stories. imagine being one of those who recognized their potential early on, tho this may not be unusual, cause fans love to pair up celebrities that will visually look good together. like this post in 2016:

Zhan Bo is really a good match... I beg you two in the entertainment industry to get to know each other!

I have to agree that their looks match — who doesn’t want two handsome boys in the same place?

Don’t know how legit the other comments like this next one is but it’s funny how things turned out for them.

It was considered a cult CP at that time, right? Because both of them were ostracized by fans in the group, so the black/melon-eating person made fun of them and gave them CP like this.

A cult CP? lol. and i think what the comment meant was that in their respective groups, they were both the ones who had the most potential to go solo and had a solid fanbase. so maybe there was some ‘group fans’ who didn’t like that. From just a few people who dreamt of them working together and a potential CP, and now here we are. 🤍

this other OP talked about someone already forming a CP between them and some of those fans asked wyb in person if he would like a CP with xz who is in another group. wyb allegedly smiled sweetly and did not reply. OP feels like they knew each other even before their TTXS meeting as well and it’s normal because they are in the same circle.

the cpn of them knowing each other and interacting even before cql casting is not new. i love this “new idea” of them being familiar with who the other is because of this CP between them lol. these two are no stranger to searching their names and i would think they did it more frequently earlier in their career. so when they do, the other person’s name comes up. 😂😂😂😂 then they “meet each other” in ttxs and think oh this is the dude people ship me with. lol

it might explain xz’s answer here in their interview. tho what he mentioned after this statement is the 2017 TTXS episode. maybe he was talking about something more. 🤔🤔🤔

this is all fake. 🫶🏼

EDIT: for those who don’t have the weibo app and couldn’t see the video, or those who are not familiar with how posts look like at weibo or just didn’t notice the details. the 2016 post does not have the two photos of zz and wyb on it. obvs, the one used for GG is during our song which was years later. the text post was obvs cropped, and then the photos below were added by the person who edited the video.

see??? on the left? that’s what i mean by cut off. and then the photos were put on top to give the effect of the two boys, with xz looking cute and wyb with that interested expression on his face. 😏

also on the app, the post linked looks like this. (below) the video + screenshots. the browser version of weibo does not support all the features like the actual app. i hope this makes sense ^^

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[thatcannibalkitty]

hi tumblr!

i genuinely feel really embarrased to be doing this, but i could use some help.

short version:

i’m in a bad situation at home, and need to save up money to move out. i’m 18 in september, but i have almost nothing in savings since i haven’t been able to get a job. anything helps. 🫶🏻

long version:

i have been abused my whole life. because of this, i have several mental and physical illnesses which disable me, and make it hard for me to live. i still live with the people who did this to me, and i need to not anymore. i’m unable to get a job, for several reasons. my disabilities, and also accessibility. i have many young siblings, and our schedule mostly revolves around them. there isn’t much time in the schedule for my mom to take me to work, and i haven’t been able to get my license yet. i have a permit, but i haven’t been able to get the hours in since my parents are always busy. my mom works a lot. my parents are separated, and we spend the week at my mom’s, the weekend at my dad’s. since i’m only at his place for two days, i don’t get much time to get things like driving done. so, my parents can’t take me to work, and i can’t drive myself yet. i don’t have any family or friends who are able to either.

i want to start my life, to get away from it all and begin to heal. not only am i still going through abuse, my mothers house is becoming a safety risk. we have lived there for six years, and it hasn’t been taken care of at all. it’s become moldy, very dirty, and it is falling apart. there are holes in the walls, both from violence and from unfinished projects of my fathers doing. we have two dogs, who have ruined our flooring, and contributed to the house being very dirty. they are large, feisty dogs with a past bad history, which leaves them very traumatized and they “behave poorly” (i don’t think of dogs as bad, just neglected and mistreated :((( ) it’s very hard for me to take the responsibility of the dogs, since i have a lot of physical and mental limits. but i am forced to take care of them because no one else will / can.

i have also been homeschooled my entire life, but that has been more like unschooled. when i was younger, my parents did not know that i had adhd or autism, and so they didn’t understand why school was hard for me at times. i excelled in english, history, and science, but totally fell flat in math. by the time i was in fourth grade (2016), i had a college reading level, but couldn’t do simple multiplication. this frustrated my mom, who was my primary teacher, to the point where she stopped schooling me all together. i was expected to teach and discipline myself. when i was fifteen (2022), my therapist became aware of my lack of schooling. she called CPS on my parents because of it. they never ended up showing, but it scared my parents enough that they got me into an online schooling program. i have since had to switch to a different one, and overall had a difficult time with schooling myself. it’s not led by a teacher, you do the lessons yourself. it’s hard for me to keep myself motivated. i have finished almost all of my english assignments available to me, but im still falling behind in math. i don’t know how to pick myself back up. i haven’t even started on history and science yet, as they don’t even have a curriculum for them. i don’t know what to do. i desperately need help and i don’t know where to find it.

if you read all of my sob story, thank you! :D i really appreciate it.

anything helps, $1, advice, anything!!! 💕

[tobinheath]

I've been reading the timeline and I got to the part where you told the sandwich story in 2016. Where you talked to CP after the game and Tobin came over to take a bite of her sandwich. You said CP asked you about school and you told her that you already graduated and already working. It seemed CP knows you and throughout the years you gave little hints that you know personal stuff about her. Can you finally say if you really know her personally? Or are you friends with someone in her circle?

I’m @tobinheath

[ca-dmv-bot]

Customer: 5.0 MUSTANG DMV: (5.OH MY GOD!)HAS A 2016 FORD CP, OK? Verdict: DENIED

[compo67]

Slowly, but Surely (Don't Call Me Shirley)

Hello, hello.

i am slowly, but surely, recharging my creative batteries. There's less pressure now, but with good things happening. A detailed account of what's been happening. All below the cut. TLDR at the end.

Let's start with the good.

I went to the Big Gay Market in Madison, WI for the weekend. It was marvelous. There were people of all kinds of genders, an affirming and friendly environment, and so many creatives. I felt like I was in community and it's been a long time since I've felt that way. I was sad when it ended. But I bought the most beautiful wreath to hang in my room. I'll snap a picture of it when I can.

I studied the entire month of June, whenever I had a spare moment and for dedicated study sessions.

I made a total of 300 flashcards, wrote 40 pages in my notebook, used 2 test prep books, 3 learning system books, a 100 page summary of competencies, and 2 apps. I answered 2800 practice questions on those apps. I practiced and practiced until I reached at least an 80% in each competency.

And what happened?

I PASSED.

I kicked that exam in the ass! When I saw "passed" on the screen, I nearly whooped in the testing center. I cried in my car as I relayed the news to my mom, who is also an HR professional. I could not believe it. I still can't. Cal Owens, SHRM-CP. It feels SO GOOD to have letters after my name.

I'm also still on that high of completing my HR Management certificate with "high honors" and then earning my SHRM certification right after it.

Then, at the end of May, right before my birthday, I sent in an application to the Arboretum nearby. They were looking for an HR Coordinator. And they weren't requiring at least 3 years experience or a BS in HR. After the radio silence for a month and a half, I gave up on them getting back to me. I sent a follow-up email, as instructed by my mentor, and still no reply. I figured I was set aside and I moved on to apply for more jobs.

Lo and behold, the Arb emailed last week and offered me a phone interview! I spoke with their Talent Acquisition specialist way past the 30 minute time slot, which I took as a good sign. Next step was to have a virtual meeting.

But guess what? They invited me for an in-person meeting instead! My interview was at 9 AM CST yesterday. it was LOVELY. i genuinely enjoyed speaking to the Sr HR Manager. We chatted for almost 90 minutes. It went by so fast. I felt like I had answers to all her questions, however, I wonder if I was direct and clear enough? I haven't interviewed since 2021, and before that since 2016. So I know I'm rusty, I hope my enthusiasm for the role got noticed.

I should know by early next week if they will move me to the third and final round--meeting the VP of HR. The Coordinator will be responsible for managing the VP of HR's schedule in Google. I just learned how to do scheduling in Outlook, I'm sure I can do it in Google.

Anyway! I can see myself working there. The pay meets the market for that kind of job around here, and the benefits are exceptional. And the view from the admin building? Beautiful. There's just a small lane to walk through from the parking lot to the building. I felt like I was in Jane Austen novel. *Dreamy sigh.*

Fingers crossed.

Okay, so let's get the not-so-good stuff over with.

Caregiving for my father continues to be a challenge. I am the only one of his 3 kids he 100% trusts and is close to. I don't get a lot of support from my sisters because A) he prefers me to handle things and B) they don't offer. I always have to ask, and even then, most of the time I end up doing the thing anyway. Sigh.

I tried a bunch of adaptive equipment things for my dad in June. I bought him an electric tea kettle that sits in a cradle and tips over to pour so you don't have to lift it. Well, it works okay for that, but he can't see how much he's filled the kettle. So that went back. I found a pen that "talks" to you. That's been a game changer. You get special labels with bumps on them, tap the pen to the label, and you can record a sound clip! so i attached them to every medication he has in the house. he's been using the pen! Now I just need to convince him to use his white cane.

Watching my dad go through losing his vision has been very difficult. He's a completely different man than the one I knew just 5 years ago. Little by little, things are changing and that change can get overwhelming. I did manage to find him a peer to peer phone program for folks with low vision. He gets a call every month to chat with a lady name Yvies from New Jersey and just talk about what it's like being low vision. I am so grateful to her. The organization will be creating a caregiver support group in the fall and I am on the waitlist.

So, yes. I've gotten overwhelmed at some points, impatient at others, but I show up. In the future, I want to know, that without a doubt, I was there for my father. I just need to figure out how to balance this and find ways to get help.

I continue to miss Henry and my grandma.

Sometime between this past Saturday and Sunday, I fell ill. Like, nauseated, dizzy, lightheaded. [Content Warning: The GI System Going Whack] Then Sunday, I could not retain food or water. I held out for Monday and Tuesday to see if I got better with a little imodium and zofran. Wednesday morning at 7:30 AM, I called my doctor and she said, "Get thee to the ER."

So, I went. My mother was with me. In miracles of all miracles, I only had to wait an hour to be seen in the ER. I was there from 8 AM to 12:30 PM and in that period of time, I got an ultrasound, labs, an IV with a bag of saline, pain meds, and reassurance that my gallbladder and liver were doing fine. And no one misgendered me. It was a good ER trip.

The ER doctor and my PCP have no idea what knocked me out for 5 days. Could have been a virus. Could have been a side effect of mounjaro. It'll be a mystery for the ages, I suppose...

Of course, it took a huge toll on my body. Today was the first day I felt almost normal again. No bloating, no cramping, no burping, and no intense pain in my abdomen. Yay! I am supposed to be eating "light," but dammit, I deserved pasta tonight and I'm not going to regret it!

I also, in my journey through illness, reached the Medicare donut hole. I have to spend $8,000 before my advantage plan will start paying for my meds again. I have to pay 25% of the cost of all drugs. Thank goodness I was able to get on a patient assistance program for my antidepressant, because I could not afford it otherwise. I've moved all my meds, except two, to be generics. I am always trying to cut the cost down as much as I can, whether it's through GoodRx, OptumRx, or Costco. I spend most of my SSDI money on healthcare, medication, and treatments. If we had free universal healthcare, I would have been able to save up all this money, dagnabit.

The difficult things have been... well... difficult. But they are outnumbered by the good things, which makes me smile.

I am excited to be excited about working again. I am doing my best to visualize myself in that role, going into *my* office and sitting at *my* desk. I see myself growing in that department and becoming a specialist in all things HR. This is what I did as I interviewed for the 24/7 Helpline and I got that job. I saw myself getting on a train to Chicago every day until they'd let me go remote. I saw myself as a city queer again. I felt the train to the city already underneath me. I get that feeling with this role. I feel like, if I get it, I will have a Mary Tyler Moore moment.

She's gonna make it after all!

Thank you, if you've red this far. Thank you if you send good vibes for this Arb job. Thank you for just being here. Hell, thank you for being you.

One of my uncles will be visiting us from Chile in early August. I am eager for him to arrive and spend time with us. I know my mom could really use his support and sense of humor right now.

So I will be driving them (and my father, if I can convince him to join us) all around Chicago and the burbs. I hope to gather some TCV ideas from the places we will go. It's exciting to think about.

I really want to take a small trip to Cedarburg, WI. Spend a night there in a bnb, and take in all the shops and restaurants. But my car's oil needs to be changed and my brakes too, so I will have to hold off on traveling for a while.

I would like to get back to work because it's work, but I would also like to get back to contributing to my 401k, saving, paying off my medical debt and car, traveling, and actually affording medication without (too much) sacrifice. Medicare, I was told, would be cheaper than private insurance. Well, I couldn't afford a supplement, so I got stuck with an Advantage Plan. And it's not all that bad (I've met my out of pocket max), but man, do they make it hard to succeed in the system and this is a system primarily designed for seniors??? Sigh.

Anyway!

There you have it. A detailed account of things that I have been up to or coping with or working on since mid-May.

Hockey is gone. Thank goodness the Oilers didn't win the cup. Pavs retired. Wedgie was traded. Delly was traded. Faksa and Tanev were traded. We kept Dutchy, but that was about it. With a burning passion of a thousand suns, I hate Dumba and DeSmith. They will never be my Stars.

Okay. So. Where does this leave me now?

Well, I am slowly getting back "into" my work as an author. I'm hoping I can read a book or two in the next two weeks. I am inspired by the creativity of others and now that I've passed my exam, I have more free time to read and plot things out in my head.

It also helps to you know... not be extremely dehydrated.

Holy smokes, it's late. And this is long.

TLDR: Lots of caregiving, looking for jobs, studying, and recharging has happened in my break from writing. I am focused on securing a job at the Arboretum. I passed my SHRM-CP exam. I had an ER visit this week, but feel much better now.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for taking the care to read this. I appreciate y'all and the safe space y'all have made for me. I'm so glad I get to lean on this cozy, peaceful corner of fandom.

One last time--thank you.

Let's chat more.

-Cal

[ineffable-opinions]

Omegaverse BL in Japan (Part 2)

[Summary of these posts: 1 2 . Corrections and critique are welcome.]

Omegaverse is a popular enough genre in Japanese BL to warrant dedicated labels from even major publishers. For example: Libre publication’s label Be x Boy Omegaverse. This is in addition to specialized anthologies.

Popular Works

Romantic Joutou by Moriyo

Kashikomarimashita, Destiny by Sachimo

Highschool setting

Abarenbo Honey by Tobidase Kevin – cute and sexy, delinquents romance

Sayonara Koibito, Mata Kite Tomodachi by Yoha – class president x transfer student; serious and dark

Office setting

Kurui Naku no wa Boku no Ban by Kusabi Keri – younger subordinate x older boss; pretty and moody

Soredemo Suki Desu Kasahara-san by Omaru – coworkers romance; erotic and heartwarming

Beastman

Pendulum: Kemonohito Omegaverse by Hasumi Hana – beastman x human with special ability; sweet with a tinge of melancholy 

Omegaverse with children

Oyasuminasai no Ato wa by Kabano Sakadachi – nursery school principal x single father; sweet with a tinge of melancholy 

Tadaima Okaeri by Ichikawa Ichi – salaryman x househusband; heartwarming and soothing

Other than "α x Ω"

Sukijanaitte Hyakkai Tonaeta by Kabano Sakadachi – main CP: α x α. Side CPs: α x Ω & Ω x Ω

Boku no High Spec Kareshi-sama by Yotsuashi - Ω x α

(source)

Growth of omegaverse in commercial BL

As with most things in Japanese BL, omegaverse first boomed in doujin works around 2014-15 period and then spread to commercial works. 2015-16 was a pivotal year for child-rearing and omegaverse BL with the publication of Welcome Home (ただいま、おかえり Tadaima, Okaeri byIchikawa Ichi.

It has been serialized in Fusion Product's Omegaverse Project anthology magazine since November 2015 and has been collected in four tankōbon volumes [first volume was published in 2016]. The series is published in English by Manga Club. An anime television series adaptation produced by Studio Deen is set to premiere in April 2024. (source: wikipedia)

In 2022, by May, 80 works had been published. Previous year, there was a dip in number of new omegaverse works published after rapid increase since 2019. In 2020, 8 times more works were published with omegaverse setting compared to when it debuted.

How does this compare to the total number of BL publications?

The proportion of omegaverse continues to be small compared to the total. In 2020, there were 160 omegaverse works out of nearly 3500 BL works. One out of every 20 BL works belongs to omegaverse. This is fairly significant for a single setting / sub-genre.

Year-wise trends and corresponding popular pairings

[Total number of works only indicate how many iterations of that pairing showed up in the market, it doesn’t indicate how well they did commercially or popularity-wise. Popularity is discussed below.]

2015 – Diversification Era

α×Ω 9

β×Ω 3

α×α 1

Other×Ω 1

2015 was the year when omegaverse works began to appear in the commercial BL market, emerging out of doujin BL boom. While α×Ω pairing was obviously the first kind of pairing to become popular, β×Ω pairing wasn’t too far behind.

Omegaverse is not limited to α×Ω pairing alone. The wide range of possibilities omegaverse offered was explored early on. It can be said that the [pairing] diversity is one of the reasons for its explosive popularity.

There seems to be high affinity between BL and omegaverse, as both share unique worldviews and settings while being highly versatile, ranging from fantasy to modern day works.

It was the period when omegaverse was being tested as a setting based off on how far narratives can go without breaking the premise that Ω is the uke and α is the seme.

Overall tendency was to highlight the discrimination against Ω and the preferential treatment towards α in an easy-to-understand manner. Omegaverse as a setting was in its infancy. It was probably thought that exaggeration [of key characteristics] would popularize omegaverse.

Notable works:

Romantic Joutou

sayonara koibito matakite tomodachi

2016 – Early Odo Reversal Era

α×Ω 13

α×β 2

Ω×α 1

β×Ω 2

β×α 2

α×α 1

Ω×Ω 1

Most highly rated work of that year kashikomarimashita destiny - Devotion to death is an α×β work. Seemingly, breaking the rules can be considered a standard practice in the omegaverse BL.

As omegaverse become more popular, many a masterpiece such as Kuruinakunowa Boku No Ban and Tadaima Okaeri were created.

Compared to previous year, 2016 was witness to many epoch-making works such as Pendulum - Beastman Omegaverse, which married beastman setting with omegaverse setting.

Another notable work is Boku No High Spec Kareshisama that had a path-breaking Ω seme. It also had a β×α side pairing.

The works published in 2016 pretty much covered every possible combination in the Omegaverse.

2017 - Serious Works Era

α×Ω 17

α×α 1

Ω×Ω 1

α×β 1

β×Ω 3

Ω×α 1

In 2017, the omegaverse became even more popular than in 2016.

Continuing from the previous year, omegaverse kept exploring various possibilities. It was in 2017 that omegaverse established itself as a new genre that goes beyond the framework of special settings.

The first volume of Akabeko's Shonen no Kyoukai series, published that year, brought omegaverse close to the real world. It was around that time the setting of [secondary] gender tests being conducted at schools, which later became commonplace, first appeared. Consequently, compared to the previous years, more realistic and serious works were produced.

It’s no longer about “poor Ω and alpha who has it all”! The number of characters that went beyond typical omegaverse attributes increased, and genders combinations also diversified.

There was no set standard marking this period. The foundation laid in the years before finally paid off and the sub-genre flourished and spread.

2018 Omegaverse Boom Period

α×Ω 20

α×α 1

β×Ω 1

Other×α 1

α×Other 1

In 2018, the number of Omegaverse works has increased explosively! Total number of omegaverse BL works produced that year was more double that of previous year. A variety of settings and fetishes emerged due to an overwhelming increase in the number of artists.

While α×Ω continues to enjoy steady popularity Megumi To Tsugumi at the top, other types of pairing were also increasingly well received due to the appeal of particular works.

The aforementioned Megumi to Tsugumi and Omae No Koi Wa Ore No Mono had Ω who did not conform to the ‘cute and protected’ image instead were bigger and badder than your average α.

Omae No Koi Wa Ore No Mono

The number of works that had gap between gender attributes and individual characteristics increased. Settings also diversified. The buds of the previous year have bloomed, including beastmen, threesomes, and inc3st!

Around this time, works published the previous year or earlier got sequels and CD dramas. It also became a trend to have spin-offs of α x Ω works to have other pairings...

2019 Back-to-roots Era

α × Ω 23

Ω×Ω 1

β×Ω 2

α×α 3

α×β 1

The total number of omegaverse works in 2019 surpassed previous year count by nearly 80 books. In addition to the continuation of popular works from the previous year, it was no longer unusual to see α×α pairing or β-seme.

Marriage themed work Yukyu Omega was published.

The first volume of the child-rearing omegaverse series Kiraide Isasete was published in 2019.

It was the year that the omegaverse wave entered a new stage, just like the lives of the characters in them. That year also saw the publication of Ousama Alpha To Puppy Love that explored the themes of child-rearing and childbirth, which were relatively untouched in other BL settings prior to the omegaverse boom.

2020 Odo Omegaverse Era

α × Ω 23

β×Ω 1

The total amount of work increased yet again in 2020. The popularity enjoyed by α×Ω pairing was stronger than ever. Many of the popular series featured α×Ω pairing too. Of course, there are some works featuring other pairings, but the omegaverse odo (royal road progression) is still strong.

Even with α×Ω pairing, the attributes that were once like a chasm between characters started to come together「圧倒的攻め×圧倒的受け」「精神的にはほぼ攻め×攻め」.

The fact that some of the most popular works from the past have continued churning out newer volumes suggests that the omegaverse genre in BL will continue to grow!

There have also been some bold stories with enigmatic developments, such as Rebirth, reasserting the endless possibilities of the omegaverse.

2021 – Meta-omegaverse Era

α × Ω 17

β×Ω 1

Ω×α 1

In the year 2021 too α×Ω pair reigns in popularity. Works with a strong storyline continued to be well-received, continuing from the previous year. Works with a strong meta element, such as Kamisamananka Shinjinai Bokua No Eden was published that year.

Boku No Tsugai Ha Thoroughbred Omega explored whether or not to disclose gender – bringing in the choice not to tell. This thought-provoking addition to omegaverse is probably a reflection of reality.

2020 also saw more works that places emphasize on different scenarios and have less explicit content than in the past. In recent years, various other verses have sprouted from omegaverse such as Dom/Sub verse.

2022

α × Ω 18

α × β 2

α×Others 1

The omegaverse has established itself as a major [sub]genre. It is expected that α × Ω pairing will continue to dominate!

Fusion with new genres is steadily progressing! The Mibu No Tsugai series is a time travel BL that combined omegaverse with historical setting (late Edo period). It is clear that the omegaverse setting has become so well-established that addition of elements and setting do not affect accessibility of the subgenre.

Other notable works:

Omega Ni Dake Ha Naritakunai – isekai into an omegaverse manga

Kuzu, Omega ni Tensei by Saitou Kuzu – isekai into omegaverse

Omegaverse is easily malleable and combines well with other sub-genres and settings.

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[danmeiljie]

JunJun In A Canon CP: The Evidence

Sword Chaos, his first drama appearance in 2016, gave us this lovely, blurry tease: (more blurry evidence under the cut)

The girl's face says it all.

#he was in a canonical m/m CP in his first drama#then starred in a BL#THEN starred in a spin off series where his character falls for what he thinks is a man#just sayin

[uswnt5]

"that's how I need to be treated"

Tobs was wooing you still in 2016, CP.

[ashmita-sethi111]

CR7: The Unstoppable Force of Football

Cristiano Ronaldo, often known as CR7, is more than just a football player. He's an unstoppable force in the world of sports, inspiring millions with his passion, talent, and relentless work ethic. Through platforms like Goexch9 via GharKiBook, fans, and analysts share stories of his extraordinary accomplishments, but to truly understand what makes CR7 a phenomenon, we must dive deeper into the essence of his game, mindset, and what he has contributed to the beautiful game of football.

A Journey from Humble Beginnings

Growing up in a working-class family, Ronaldo didn't have the privileges many of today's stars enjoy. His early life was marked by hardships, but it was also where he learned the values of hard work and perseverance. Ronaldo's passion for football began at a very young age, and by the time he was 12, he moved to Lisbon to join Sporting CP, one of the top football academies in Portugal.

What set Ronaldo apart from the beginning was his determination. He didn't just want to be a footballer; he wanted to be the best. His dedication to improving every single day, whether in training or in matches, was evident early on. While his talent was undeniable, it was his tireless work ethic that helped him stand out from the crowd. Even at a young age, Ronaldo had one clear goal in mind: to reach the highest levels of the sport. His commitment to this vision is what has driven him throughout his career.

Breaking Through the Big Leagues

Ronaldo's breakthrough moment came in 2003 when he was signed by Manchester United at the age of 18. Ronaldo evolved from a talented but raw winger into one of the most formidable players in the world. His ability to take on defenders, score spectacular goals, and make an impact in big matches quickly earned him recognition.

At Manchester United, Ronaldo's skills flourished. He won his first Premier League title and helped the team secure the 2008 UEFA Champions League. His dazzling performances and incredible goal-scoring ability turned him into an icon in England, but his journey was far from over. In 2009, Ronaldo made the world-shaking move to Real Madrid for a then-world record fee of £80 million.

The Real Madrid Legacy

At Real Madrid, Ronaldo took his game to new heights. In his nine years at the club, he became the face of the team and led them to numerous victories. With 450 goals in 438 appearances, he became the club's all-time top scorer, cementing his place as one of the best to ever play for Los Blancos. His exceptional performances helped Real Madrid claim four Champions League titles during his tenure, including three in a row from 2016 to 2018, a feat never seen before in the modern era.

But it wasn't just the goals that made Ronaldo a legend at Real Madrid. It was his leadership, his work ethic, and his commitment to winning. Ronaldo's relentless drive inspired his teammates and made them believe that anything was possible. He was a force of nature on the field, often taking the game into his own hands during the most critical moments. His ability to perform under pressure and lead by example made him a revered figure in Madrid.

Even during the toughest of times, Ronaldo never wavered. His consistency, resilience, and hunger for more pushed him to achieve remarkable milestones, such as becoming the high scorer in the UEFA Champions League. His ability to reinvent himself, whether as a winger or a center-forward, made him one of the most versatile players in the world.

In the words of many football experts and on platforms like Goexch9 ID via GharKiBook, Ronaldo's time at Real Madrid proved that his potential was limitless. He wasn't just a player; he was a leader, a motivator, and a constant source of inspiration for the next generation of footballers.

A New Challenge: Juventus and Beyond

After leaving Real Madrid in 2018, Ronaldo took on a new challenge with Juventus in Italy. His move to Serie A stunned the football world, as many questioned whether he could continue his incredible run in a new league. However, Ronaldo proved once again that his talent and drive were unmatched. In his first season with Juventus, he led their football team to their eighth consecutive Serie A title, and he quickly became a key player for the club.

Ronaldo's impact on Juventus was immense. Not only did he continue to score goals at a record-breaking pace, but he also elevated the overall quality of the team. His experience, leadership, and determination to win were crucial in a competitive league. Ronaldo's presence in Serie A raised the profile of Italian football, and his performances on the field spoke for themselves.

His time at Juventus, however, was just one chapter in his ongoing journey. In 2021, Ronaldo made a return to Manchester United, proving that he still had more to give at the highest level. His return to Old Trafford was met with excitement, and fans around the world eagerly anticipated the next phase of his legendary career.

The CR7 Phenomenon Beyond Football

Cristiano Ronaldo's influence extends far beyond the football pitch. His brand, CR7, has become a global symbol, representing everything from sports apparel to fragrances. Ronaldo's commitment to fitness, health have made him a role model for fans worldwide. His work ethic, humility, and constant drive for improvement have made him a symbol of what it means to chase greatness.

Through platforms like Sports ID, Ronaldo's influence has spread to various aspects of sports and fitness, encouraging people not just to watch football but to embrace a healthy and active lifestyle. He has also been a vocal advocate for responsible gambling, using his platform to promote healthy habits and the importance of making mindful choices.

Conclusion

Cristiano Ronaldo is undoubtedly one of the (G.O.A.T) footballers of all time. His ability to constantly reinvent himself, push his limits, and maintain an unmatched level of success is a testament to his incredible mindset. From his early days in Madeira to his incredible achievements with Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and beyond, CR7 has proven that with hard work, dedication, and an unrelenting desire to be the best, anything is possible.

Whether on the football pitch, in the gym, or through his global ventures, Cristiano Ronaldo remains an unstoppable force, both in sports and in life. His journey is far from over, and as he continues to break records and inspire millions, one thing is certain: Cristiano Ronaldo will forever be a legend in the world of football.

[mablikethequeen]

when I first read CP (around 2016) I remember how OLD Damen felt to me. Now I read it like omg he’s just a baby don’t hurt him