#kary recs

[atsu-i]

[karis-the-fangirl]

Chapters: 3/9 Fandom: Wheel of Time - Robert Jordan Rating: Mature Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Relationships: Nynaeve al'Meara/Lan Mandragoran Characters: Nynaeve al'Meara, Lan Mandragoran Additional Tags: Slow Build, Kissing Lessons, Sex Lessons, Age Difference, Secret Relationship, Sort Of, Loss of Virginity, Sharing a Bed, Idiots in Love, First Love, Sex Education, Traditions, Canon Divergence, 'what if instead of pining for seven books they had torrid sex for a month', except they have to take the slowest run up to it, because they are just Like That Summary:

or 'The Fal Dara Syllabus' Set during the month spent in Fal Dara after the events of TEotW.

After Nynaeve learns of a certain Malkieri tradition, she makes an unexpected request.

  Warning: This fic is what happens when two shippers can't stop egging each other on about an idea, or coming up with reasons for their pairing to kiss.

[annisthree]

Andor Wednesday #11, "To Climb" by Nock_and_Bolt

I first read this story ~ 3 weeks ago, when it was first posted - but I couldn't resist re-reading it again today. And I have a feeling it's not gonna be the last time.

Title: To Climb

Author: Nock_and_bolt (@nock-and-bolt) (hiiiiii! 😁)

Pairing: Cassian Andor x Jyn Erso (although the romance is not the main focus of this story)

Words: 4104

AO3 link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/44326411

Rating: Teen and up

Warnings: (major) spoilers to Andor, whump, hurt, angst, canonical character death

Description: If you, like me, went absolutely mad while watching Andor and seeing all those little references and parallels - you're gonna love this story.

It describes Cassian's final moments - between climbing up that data tower on Scarif and the, erm, canonical ending. But it's so much more than just a series and events! The story is interwoven with memories, quotes, parallels (from both Andor and Rogue One). You feel like all those characters, all those people Cassian has met on his path - they are with him during that one final climb, helping him find the strength to keep going.

It's just... the connections are so well made, and the entire internal monologue is so beautifully written. It's an amazing read. Seriously, drop everything and go read it.

I hope you enjoy the reading! Thank you for all of your recommendations - feel free to send more, either via comments or in my ask box. Don’t be shy to self-promote!

And if you end up reading this story, let me know what you think (and remember to leave the author some love!)

You can see the other Andor Wednesday recommendations here.

[nearer-than-the-eye]

Quick Andor Fic Rec List

Seeing that the Andor tag JUST hit 400 fics, if you’ve been reading Andor fic, you’ll probably have already read a lot of these. HOWEVER. The Andor Derangement Syndrome is getting to me, and I can’t NOT talk about these excellent fics. By no means a comprehensive list.

Category: Nemik and Cassian, or Cassian didn’t have to JUST be hitting on Cinta

anoint the wound by spqr (T)

“Alright,” Cinta fixes Nemik and Cassian with a no bullshit look, “if you two try to sleep alone tonight, you’re going to freeze. Literally. And since I don’t fancy chipping you out of ice blocks in the morning — sleep together.” Vel snorts into her tea. Cinta shoots her a chiding glance. “You know what I mean. Body heat, boys. Doctor’s orders.”

Look, I put this one first because I NEED you to read it. Holy shit. Don’t let the cute excerpt fool you--this one is SO sad but simultaneously so tender. AU where Nemik lives and Cass lays low with the rebels for about six months after the heist. Really splendid work building out Nemik’s character from our moments in canon, great Cass moments, and overall just gorgeous writing. This take on their relationship reminds me a lot of AMCA’s take on Nemik having a crush on Cassian “in all possible ways” in their episode on “The Eye.”

Category: Luthen and Cassian fuck in the Fondor. I hope this becomes a fandom staple while waiting for s2, because it’s the perfect missing scene premise.

what's the name of the game by wizardlover (E)

“You didn’t think about it,” Andor says, fucks into him faster, “I put my gun in your hand and you didn’t have to think about it, did you?” “No,” Luthen tells him, voice fraught and biting his cheek so hard blood spills into his mouth, “I had already decided before I walked into the ship.”

ARGHGHGSHGHGSHG. Yeah. Great characterization, love Luthen’s utilitarian use of sex slipping into real feeling. Cass’s recruitment is so fraught for Luthen, at such a dangerous intersection of his needs and the Rebellion’s, and this fic captures that tension so wonderfully with a very hot sex scene.

Pull some strings, let them sing by gloss (E)

Luthen Rael collects the precious and the unique from across the galaxy. He'd like to show Cassian just how important he can be, how beautiful he already is. (Takes place during 1x04 before they arrive on Aldhani.)

A little different take on Luthen--I wonder how this fic might be different if it was written after ep 12 aired. That being said, it’s great, and the ending is such a dazzling bit of character work for Cass. Sometimes a fic author will write something and you just know that it is true, even if canon never does it.

do or die by inthebelltower (E)

When this ship lands Cassian will disembark as a soldier, he’ll go where Luthen sends him, he’ll take orders. But not here. Not just yet.

oh my godddddddd this fic. Really taps into two of my favorite thematic moves from canon: Luthen being in the near-continuous process convincing himself that he is the person able to make these life-or-death choices, and Cassian’s two times boarding the Fondor as moments of rebirth. Again: an ending moment that is just perfectly true, even if canon never articulates it in this way (canon Luthen/Cass sex scene does seem pretty unlikely lol, though who knows. if any one could do it right it would be my guy Tony).

[wild-karrde]

Hi Karrde! Star Wars is full of tragic ships, and Andor has provided another: Skeen/Nemik. “Hideaway” by seenonlyfromadistance (they don’t appear to have a tumblr) made me really upset in a good way.

https://archiveofourown.org/works/43928101

Oooooh this isn't a ship I had previously considered, but now that I think about it, I've always loved the dynamic of "older grizzled/jaded grump falls for enthusiastic younger person that hasn't been beaten down by the world just yet". I so wish we'd gotten to see more of both Skeen and Nemik in the show (I know, I know, there can only be so much crammed into an episode, but they seemed so wonderfully complex), and this fic seems like it will scratch that itch while also providing some romance/spice. Thanks so much for sending it in!

Participate in Fandom Friday to show your favorite creators from this week some love! :)

[rainycabride]

what are your favorite books you’ve read this year!!

hmmm i think my top five of the year is everything i know about love by dolly alderton, book lovers by emily henry, sorrow and bliss by meg mason, big little lies by liane moriarty, and malibu rising by tjr!

[cosmicanakin]

would 100% let him rearrange my insides!

rafe cameron’s rich and confident baddie!gf hcs ˚ ༘♡ ⋆｡˚

moodboard . masterlist .

ꨄ︎ rafe usually goes for sweet submissive girls, since he likes to have control, but the moment you laid your eyes on the pretty boy, you knew you had to have him. and as usual, you always get what you want.

ꨄ︎ all eyes are focused on you when you both enter a room, rafe simply being your accessory as your louboutin heels clack on the ground, head held high with your make up, nails and hair perfectly done.

ꨄ︎ rafe used to get lots of attention from girls before, but now that you’re dating him? girls don’t even dare to look his way because of your intimidating aura. if they were stupid enough to still flirt with him, then you’d have no problem putting the bitch in her place. “listen, yeah? you better go flirt with topper or kelce or whoever the fuck, cause trust me, you don’t wanna know what happens when my girlfriend finds out.”

ꨄ︎ you secretly pay the bill at a restaurant when rafe’s at the bathroom, a trick he used on his previous girlfriends. he comes back to the table, pulling his wallet out before you place your hand over it with a smile, telling him it’s already been paid. “oh for fucks sake. you really gotta stop that, a’ight?”

ꨄ︎ it’s always a battle for dominance in the bedroom, rafe desperately wanting to have all the control but you not letting him have it easily. one time he accidentally slipped out a ‘mommy’, which you’ve never let go of ever since. “i never fucking said that, okay? you heard it wrong!”

ꨄ︎ topper and kelce constantly tease rafe for being your bitch but not daring to say a word when you’re around, their demeanour instantly shifting when you walk into the room, making rafe smirk as he looks at you proudly. “not much to say now, top? yeah, that’s what i thought.”

ꨄ︎ you have no trouble confronting ward whenever he treats rafe unfairly. ward was taken aback at first, not being used to rafe’s girlfriends talking back at him, making his eyes widen and almost choke on his expensive wine. later, he realised you’re exactly the kind of girl rafe needed this whole time.

ꨄ︎ you’re the centre of attention at parties— your hips swinging to the beat when you’re dancing with your girlfriends, your short dress leaving little room for imagination. you’d try to drag rafe to the dance floor, interrupting him when he’s busy dealing drugs, but knowing he won’t ever say no to you. “jesus, just fucking leave me a— i mean. i’ll… i’ll be there in a bit, okay?”

[karis-the-fangirl]

New chapter! Lesson One

[annisthree]

Andor Wednesday #14, "Let the sounds of freedom sing" by LilyramblesOn

"A cliff notes version of Cassian’s thoughts on Nemik’s manifesto, and some excerpts from the Rebellion literature from the Galaxy."

Title: Let the sounds of freedom sing

Author: @jake-and-amy-are-married (LilyramblesOn on AO3)

Words: 1954

Tumblr link: here (also available on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/42985635)

Rating: Gen

Warnings: Spoilers to Andor

Description: This fic is inspired by another story (that I also strongly recommend) written by @someinstant that can be found here.

The story is very much character driven - you get to experience Cassian's growth, his personal rebellion, and you are discovering these things together with him, in a way.

The story is interwoven with excerpts from different literature, things that Cassian - or others who came after him - would likely read and get inspired by. And it just works so well, all these fragments are so thoughtful and reinforce the message of the show, it really feels like this should be a mandatory read for everyone who liked Andor :)

I hope you enjoy the reading! Thank you for all of your recommendations - feel free to send more, either via comments or in my ask box. Don’t be shy to self-promote!

And if you end up reading this story, let me know what you think (and remember to leave the author some love!)

You can see the other Andor Wednesday recommendations here.

[coffinup]

Hi! Ive been trying to learn about mortuary science in my free time, but im unable to take any classes. Do you have any recommended websites, books, or any sources for getting started?

Yes there are tons of ways you can learn about mortuary science without taking classes! Here are some of my favorite recs, I consumed a lot of these before i started mortuary school but some of them I’m using as supplementary study!

Books:

-Stiff by Mary Roach. This book is a TAD dated, but it is an interesting deep-dive into the way that human bodies have contributed to science, how body disposition practices have changed, and how our understanding of death has changed over time. It's beautifully written and really good for getting your feet wet in this topic.

-The Anatomist by Bill Hayes. This is a sort of biography of Henry Gray and Henry Carter (the author and illustrator of Gray’s Anatomy, respectively) combined with a crash course in anatomy. It’s a very fun read!

-Gray’s Anatomy. I still find the illustrations and descriptions in this book really helpful!

-Embalming: History, Theory and Practice by Robert G Mayer. This is technically a textbook, but it's probably the most in-depth book on embalming if that's something you're interested in! It runs kindof expensive, but you can get an account on internet archive and borrow it. I also know there are epubs available of it if you care to seek them out ;)

-All that Remains by Sue Black. Dame Black was a forensic scientist. Her writing is very brutally honest! Forensic pathology is a field I'm personally interested in and very relevant to mortuary science!

Websites:

TalkDeath.com

Whenyoudie.org

These are both great resources for learning about grief, alternate death practices, thanatology, etc.

Videos:

The Mutter museum’s youtube channel. For lots of cool videos on medical history!

Undertaker 365's video on embalming. This is a smaller channel, and this video is long but easy to listen to in the background to learn about embalming.

Kari the Mortician. She has easy-to-follow short-form videos as well as a podcast! I like her because she is a practicing funeral director and embalmer with a long history in the industry. She talks about everything involving funeral services, from directing, to embalming, to historical knowledge, to industry terms, etc.

I'll give a brief caveat to that if you watch any videos by mortician influencers take their knowledge with a grain of salt. Mortuary science, embalming, and funeral directing varies depending on where you are and what path you decide to take, and sometimes social media influencers have a biased perspective. Caitlyn Doughty's historical videos are interesting, but i'd steer clear of any of her opinion pieces. Always keep in mind that social media is designed to highlight posts and videos that stimulate negative emotions; fear-mongering, contrarian attitudes, etc. Negativity draws views. If someone has an overtly negative opinion about embalming, burial, cremation, etc, remember that is just their opinion and never take any one person's opinion as gospel!

Hope this helps as a start! I have a lot of books on my to-read list, so I'll post my opinions of them when I finish them!

[cosmicanakin]

nai omg kissing you rn for this

ITS THE CROSSOVER EPISODE WOOOO

mdni 18+ (threesome)

You were trapped. Stephen held you closely against his chest as you stayed entangled in his arms. You open your eyes and peer down to see the black haired boy tightly holding onto your thighs with an iron grip. Grinning eagerly, Sam pulled your legs apart further, ensuring he had full access to your most intimate parts. His tongue delved deeper into the warmth of your cunt, savoring the taste of your arousal as it leaked onto the wet muscle. Stephen's voice was like velvet as he whispered into your ear.

“You doing ok?” he asks sweetly, caressing your jaw with feather-light kisses. You couldn't help but writhe above him, feeling the warmth of his body press against the skin of your back.

You mutter a meek ‘yeah’ before turning your head and enveloping your lips with Stephen’s. Sam couldn't help but feel a twinge of jealousy as you reached up and pressed a soft kiss to Stephen's lips. His fingers suddenly pushed inside of you as he watched, seeming a little annoyed. Caught off guard by Sam's sudden intrusion, you gasped sharply, arching your back and pressing into his skilled hand. Your body responded instantly, throbbing under his touch as Stephen continued to explore your skin with feather-light strokes.

“Don’t forget who’s really making you feel good sweetheart.” Sam states slyly. Sam's eyes locked with Stephen's, the tension between them thick enough to cut with a knife. In defiance, Sam licked at your folds more aggressively. It was clear he was asserting dominance, challenging Stephen to keep up with his own prowess. Unfazed, Stephen merely smiled, pulling you closer and rolling your erect nipple in between his finger and thumb.

As you squirmed against Stephen, he let out a low, throaty groan. Your movements seemed to ignite something within him, pushing him closer to the edge himself. With a final gentle squeeze of your hip, he pulled back slightly, giving Sam a knowing look. Sam, sensing the change in atmosphere, redoubled his efforts, sucking harder on your clit while continuing to thrust his fingers inside you.

“Don’t stop Sam, please ‘m so close-” Your body responded, trembling under their skilled touches, and you knew it wouldn't be long now.

“You gonna cum on my face, hm?” Sam teases you, rubbing your clit with his thumb while simultaneously working his fingers inside your tight hole. You turn your head bashfully into the crook of Stephen’s neck and your lips release small, pleasing whimpers.

Sam slaps your cunt, making you yelp loudly. “Look at me while you cum, or I’ll stop.” His tone was menacing but you obeyed without hesitation. A white-hot flash of pleasure tore through you, and you cried out, your body convulsing in their grasps.

“I know Angel, I got you, it's okay.” Stephen purrs in your ear, stroking your hair sweetly as he speaks. Sam raised his head, his eyes dark and lustful as he looked upon your spent form. He reluctantly pulled away from between your thighs, a hint of reluctance in his eyes. Sam hovered above you and roughly guided your face to his own by your throat. He brings your lips crashing into his own, his tongue thrusting forcefully into your mouth. The intensity of the kiss left you breathless, your heart pounding in your chest. When he finally released you, he nodded towards Stephen, who eagerly took advantage of the opportunity to claim your lips as well. The contrast in their kisses was palpable: Sam's rough and dominant, while Stephen's was tender and loving.

Sam instructed you to turn around. You hesitated for a moment, but the command in his voice left no room for argument.

“Come on baby, up.” Stephen helped you adjust, his fingers lingering just a moment too long on your skin. Sam wasted no time, climbing onto the bed behind you, pulling down his boxers and positioning himself between your legs. Their gazes locked, a silent agreement passing between them; you were theirs, and they would have their way with you in any way they desired.

Your face hovered just above Stephen's bulge. Your fingers trembled slightly as you reached for the waistband of Stephen's shorts, tugging them down until his erection sprang free. The sight of him, swollen and ready, sent a new jolt of arousal coursing through you. Sam, ever the instigator, whispered in your ear, "Go on, taste him. You deserve it." With a nod, you leaned forward, gently kissing the head of Stephen's cock before taking him into your mouth, taking him in deep and savoring the salty taste. Behind you, Sam watched intently, admiring the scene unfolding before him. Finally, Sam pushed into you, filling you up completely as you fully took Stephen into your mouth.

“Oh fuck.” Stephen breathes out. His hands threaded through your hair, guiding you as you sucked him off, while Sam's thrusts grew stronger. Sam slapped your ass, hard, leaving a stinging sensation in its wake. As you moaned, your throat vibrated against Stephen's length, causing him to shudder and whine above you.

“Such a dirty fuckin’ slut," Sam growled, his words sharp and biting. His thrusts growing harder and faster. You couldn't help but respond, your body arching to meet each plunge. "You love this, don't you? Being taken by both of us?" You could only nod, moaning around Stephen's cock.

"You're doing so good, so so good." Stephen whispers under his breath. He closes his eyes and lulls his head against the headboard. The contrast between Sam's harsh words and Stephen's tender affirmations was a strange mix, but God did you love it.

“Told you she would be, she’s a greedy whore isn’t that right?” Sam swats your ass again, sweat dripping from his brow. Another guttural moan rumbles in your throat when Sam’s hand makes contact with your flushed flesh. Stephen's eyes flutter open and his gaze met yours "She's taking it all so well." Stephen mumbles. He took your hand in his, his expression softening at the sight of tears streaming down your face. "You look so pretty baby.” he murmured, his thumb wiping away the tears from your cheek.

You felt the familiar coil coursing through you once again and you release a muffled moan around Stephen's cock, the intensity of your orgasm consuming you.

“There you go, sweet girl, just a little longer.” A smirk appeared on Stephen’s face, his anticipation growing with each spasm of your muscles. Sam's grip on your hips tightened, his thrusts growing more frantic as he neared his release. He pulled out of you, his shaft glistening with your wetness. Without warning, he aimed for your back, painting your skin with his cum. You could feel the heat from his seed slowly trickling down your spine.

“Fuck ‘m cumming-” Stephen's release came suddenly, his hips jerking forward as he filled your mouth.

The room was filled with heaving breaths and the air was thick and warm. As Sam went to get a towel to wipe you off, Stephen leaned in and kissed your sweat-drenched forehead. "We'll clean you up," he promised, his voice gentle. You smiled, a sense of contentment washing over you. Despite the pain and intensity of the night, you couldn't help but feel grateful for the experience.

[absolutebl]

Recs for Uni or HS BLs where studying impacts plot

My ask box is bonkers, sometimes I get a message in email saying someone asked a question and then when I check on the hellsite itself, it's gone... (What does this MEAN?)

Anygay...

@sagi-kari asked a question:

Do you have any recs for Uni or HS BLs where the main focus is studying or study related (they have to actually do the thing). Like LITA with Rain's studies being a caveat to their relationship or Big Dragon with Mangkorn's New York internship/job idr.

Basically, the study needs to be an important thing to the narrative.

This is a doozie and I'm only gonna rec stuff I rated over 8/10

University & HS BL Revolving Around Study

Semantic Error - class conflict is the inciting event, and this is one of my favorite BLs of all time. So yeah, it tops the list. I am assuming you have watched it because EVERYONE must watch this little pice of perfect. Full review here.

Blueming - the school project is the source of the conflict, this is a complicated chewy very thoughtful BL, longer than normal for Korea. If you enjoy things like The 8th Sense you might like this. Full review here.

Love Class - the whole show is about a manufactured relationship as part of a social science class experiment. Full review here.

You Make Me Dance - I mean it's a dance major so no actual book study but yeah, it's there he has to win a dance scholarship as a main part of the plot. I've never done a full review of this, and frankly that's an oversite. Time for a rewatch?

HIStory 2: Right or Wrong - it's about a teacher student relationship so...

Addicted: Heroin - especially the first half, I know what you're thinking, but also, THINK about it. It's all within a class from environment for most of the first 6 eps. I believe it counts. This is, without question, the best BL China has ever produced. FIGHT ME.

Destiny Seeker - an under appreciated pulp that is basically predicated on the university sorting hat. I have great affection for this hot mess, including all the sides. Mostly takes place within and around the complexities of dorm life. Full review here.

Kiss Me Again series (BL cut) + Dark Blue Kiss (AKA the PeteKao series staring TayNew) - it's not necessarily a driver but engineering and study is actual integral in a setting as character kind of way. And there is a lot of "make-out while studying." Plus we in the TayNew renauances and I have great affection for their original series. Everyoen shoudl watch it. Here's the watch guide.

HS BL - not exactly study, but sorta & they really good

Light On Me - Another one of my absolute favorite BLs, but it's about the school government club, not actual study. Full review here.

Love Sick - if you count club activities. I just got a full load up of this series with new subs, so I was going to do a watch along in honor of 2024 (its 10th anniversary). I am still considering it.

My School President - also, if you count extra-curricular & club activities. Another BL that i absolutely adore. No full review but I did have a long discussion on how this plays into Thailand's new norm in BL here.

Takara & Amagi - ugh I love this show so much but it's more about popularity and social acceptance in HS than studing, full review here.

About Youth - if you count external parental pressure to over achieve, another underappreciated gem, this time for Taiwan. Full review here.

I dithered...

Bad Buddy - maybe, I mean departmental conflict is a large part of the story, plus high school back story club activities, but there is very little study. Full review here.

Please feel free to add more on a RP or in comments, but remember my codicil was I have to have personally rated it over 8/10 so your baby might not be on here because it wasn't to my personal taste.

(source)

[desi-lgbt-fest]

Alright mods, HeLp MeEEeee

Do we really have no desi queer comics?

No desi comic artist is doing queer comics?

Where do I find emmmmm??????

I tried googling em and that lil shit Google showed me stand up comedians.

Help meeeeee 🥺

Anoonn you're breaking my heart bc I also am struggling to find desi queer comic books. The only one I could find is Kari by Amruta Patil.

However, worry not because I still have book recs if anyone is interested:

[chaos0pikachu]

🛥️and😭?

A fic that brought you aboard a new ship

Oh this one is actually tough I don't read a ton of fic for fandoms/stuff I haven't watched but honestly a lot of Strangers from Hell fanfic is so good that I ended up starting the show (also the gifs were COMPELLING)

When I was traveling for work I started reading some of the fic - A Choice is Made: Blank Page by scifigeek14 & Twist the Knife by memequeen1127 both come to mind - b/c they're of decent length and there were a couple that I was like "wow, gotta watch this show and get on board with this ship" lol I think if anyone vibes with Hannibal they'd vibe with Strangers from Hell (also the show has lee dong-wook doing what he does best, having wild gay tension with his costar)

Also this fic for Word of Honor b/c like, I didn't really ship Xie Wang/Ye Baiyi (they have one scene together the whole show lol) but like, I'm also a sucker for a good sugar daddy fic plus it's funny? I always wanted XW to realize he was to pretty to have such a busted daddy but he never listened to The Lesbians in the show which was his own dumb undoing so reading this fic and realizing Ye Baiyi would also make a hilarious old man sugar daddy was a lot of fun I saw The Vision

A fic that ripped your heart out (but it hurt so good)

Oh this is easy, Ever Seaward Echoes More by @kari-kurofai I don't think I've ever been shy about the fact that I find UWMA an overhyped show but this is hands down one of the best fics I've ever read and I've been reading fanfic since the days of ffnet's peak lol the only part of UWMA that I truly enjoyed was In and Korn and this fic just like 1) beautifully written, genuinely and 2) is about them and in a way that's rich, complex, and sincere with emotion the ending got me the first time I read it and it was amazing

Fic Recs (Ask Meme)

[heavenlyyshecomes]

notes of a crocodile, children of paradise, in the dream house, the selected works of audre lorde, auga viva <3

so u like sad gay women hmm I would rec little blue encyclopaedia—hazel jane piante and kari—amruta patil !

[allthefujoshiunite]

Hi, Nora....How are you? Just want say, thanks so much for sharing your BL recs and reviews. I found a lot of my new fav because of you. Really love reading your beautiful writting about what you're reading.

You have post your favorite seme in BL, can I ask your top 5 (or top 3) favorite uke in BL? And why you love them?

Also can I ask your favorite female characters in BL manga/manhwa?

Sorry for asking too much and I know I've already sending you an ask some time ago, I hope it's okay (if it's from the same person)....

Hope you have a nice day....

Hiiii ~ I'm good, how are you? Reading your message really warmed my heart :3 I know I'm like a broken record, but hearing people enjoy the stuff I put effort writing in makes me feel ecstatic. Take these hearts!!

Very good questions, and I had a hard time picking uke characters because I love them so much??? Interestingly, when I first started reading BL I found myself gravitating towards the seme but in recent years I like uke characters more. Tropes and trends surely change in years so it's possible that more artists started writing the type of characteristics that I love. Anyways, enough rambling and onto the recommendations!

If I had to find one characteristic that I ADORE in an uke, that would be emotional maturity. They may not be experienced romantic relationship-wise or confused/mislead depending on the situation but I love it when they are honest to themselves and their love interest/partner. Here are some recent or all-time favorites that fit this bill:

An Extremely Haphazard and Weak-willed Kiss - Koshino (desperately need that 2nd vol!!)

Tsubame's Happiness - Arima Arashi

The Farthest Love in the World - Asou Mitsuaki

His Little Amber - Natsume Kazuki

All That Pierces The Heart - Kari Sumako (I admit Akira is not that emotionally mature but my heart just felt his pain! Please give this one a read if you haven't.)

The New Recruit - Moscareto & ZEC

Honorable mentions would be Semantic Error, FANGS, Birds of Shangri-la, The Insatiable Man, Between the Stars, Like the Beast, Golden Sparkle, I'll Make You Cry.

As you can see... my brain fried up trying to limit the characters I love to a list! Not possible.

As for female characters in BL!

As you know, they aren't as prominent in BL for whatever reason, so it wasn't too hard to limit myself (sadly). I like that they increasingly become a part of the narrative, as a character themselves and not just for jealousy reasons! Here are my top 3:

The Insatiable Man: Jiho has two older sisters, and while at first one of them is not as likable as the other, both serve very important roles in the narrative and Jiho's journey, including their mother. I'll wither away if we don't get the 3rd season anytime soon.

Who Can Define Popularity?: There are two female characters in this story that I especially like, one of them is the friends with the main couple, and the other is the sister of the main character Siwon. This completed manhwa is a MUST READ because it's fun, it's emotional and full of goodness.

Love For Sale: I know I know, you're SO tired of me bringing up this series everytime I get an ask but what's a girl to do???? It's just THAT good! I actually adore the uke in this as well but I held back, so cut me some slack for mentioning it here. The main character Namwoo has an older sister, Eunjung. I like her not only because she's her own character, interesting and have lots to offer, her and her brother's relationship is extremely similar to what we have with my older brother. And because of that similarity, reading about their relationship was super emotional for me.

Honorable mention: They aren't exactly in the center but Traces of the Sun has two side characters that are a joy to see when they make a cameo.

Aaaand that's a wrap! I'm sorry I rambled for too long :'D You can send me an ask whenever you want, I don't mind. It was really fun to put together and I might rewrite it as a Top 5 post on my blog as well, so thank you for the idea! Hope you have a good day and enjoyed reading another list of mine.