I’m a sucker for a friends-to-lovers plotline. We met both Leo and Fiat in TharnType Season 2, and I really liked both (ignoring the kidnapping part). I know Fiat was supposed to be the villain and there are things he has done that I do not agree with, but he was just looking for love. Even if in the wrong place.

Leo & Fiat: the two have been friends since forever, so them moving from being just friends to being more was something that required a lot of adapting from both. I really like how awkward things got at times – like the two are used to sharing a bed, but once they become lovers, neither of them knows how to act or what to do. It had a very realistic feel to it. There were plenty of weird messes to deal with, both past and present, but I think that is a very MAME thing to do. I did not like how most of them were dealt with, to be honest. But at least their communication was good, and consent was always clearly given. Also, can we talk about how cute Fiat sounds when he is all whiny and calls Leo? I swear I wanted to pinch his cheeks every time he went “Leoooo.”

But back to the messes – am I the only one who thinks that the issues brough up are important and difficult topics to deal with, yet they seem to be dealt with very poorly and with no real understanding of their severity? Rape, kidnapping, blackmailing, drugging, child abuse… all very serious topics, yet they seemed to be just brushed aside. And it often seems like the sympathy is misplaced, instead of worrying about the victim of the situation, everyone seems to worry about others.

Leon & Pob: they are so adorable together! They are very different from one another, yet they fit each other so well. Pob is a lot more reserved and doesn’t open easily, while Leon seems to be a bit of a troublemaker. Pob does come across kind of cold and rude at times, but it’s hard to be upset about it when we know his past. Leon is persistent, I give him that, but he was not creepy about it. He was very respectful about boundaries, and always checked for consent before doing anything. I really like the fact that Leon was pansexual, confirmed, as it does show diversity in sexualities. BL shows tend to know only two sexualities – gay and “not gay but I love you” when it comes to their pairings. So, this was a nice change. And I, once again, fell for the second couple. Their ending though… I can’t wait for their series.

I think Leo’s and Leon’s parents are great. I do find their mom a bit too intrusive at times, but with everything Fiat went through and with Pob being an orphan, I love how open she was to accept both of them. I also really enjoy Fiat’s relationship with Leon, the two act like brothers – they argue, they tease each other, but they also have each other’s backs. Fiat’s parents on the other hand are a complete mess though. I really don’t get the thought process behind his dad’s actions, his mom is trainwreck. But at least his stepmom is nice, and I liked his little sister too (especially her sharp tongue and honesty).

The friends were okay. I really like how supportive they were of Leo and Fiat through everything. I am completely in awe of Anda though. She is Leo’s friend and a totally badass. I love her character. She has this “I’m in charge” aura around her, and she can handle everything very well. Natsu was a cutie too!

The styling was on point though. Each character had a unique style and I love how it was incorporated into the series. And I’m back to Anda – her styling was absolutely gorgeous! And Fiat’s red suit? Yes, please!