The_Fairy_Prince
Los Angeles
Plot twist twisted so hard she broke her back
This is what I would consider a cute short BL that probably won't make that much of a personal impact but will still be memorable. Since I do recommend every BL fan watches this I'll keep it short, but when going into this BL I would heavily suggest that you prepare for a really, really, dumb plot twist. That doesn't really make sense given the rules established, or rather lack of them, within the show itself. I for one, was simply along for the ride and didn't mind it too much. My only one other critique would be that the chemistry of the two male leads wasn't really there for me. It was like Peach of Time, sure, they're both pretty and they can kiss each other all they want. But I'm not sitting here giggling and kicking my feet.Despite these two major critiques however, this BL was enjoyable to me and I looked forward to watching the newest episode every week it dropped.
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Gonna keep this cute and mute by not saying much, as I think this BL is worth a watch, especially for those who are a fan of the step-brothers trope. But despite the fact that this BL will never get that well deserved second season, I truly do feel like this BL is worth the time I spent watching it. The cast was great, the story was heartfelt, and the music was excellent. Even though this BL couldn't be as GAY as others due to censorship, it still felt like an intimate BL rather than a Bromance. This will always hold a special place in my heart and I die a little inside knowing it will remain incomplete for the rest of time.Was this review helpful to you?
Screaming and Crying
One of the very few BLs to actually have me extremely emotional and straight up sob at any given notice. The initial episode already hooks you in with the gimmick of the MC being inside of a game. Extremely unique and I found the dating simulator aspect of this BL to be really fun and engaging. And without spoiling the show, the twist at the end with this exact gimmick is done so well and really tugs on the heart strings. I also don't really want to say much else since I truly do think every BL fan should dive into this BL head first and completely blind.Was this review helpful to you?
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Watching hidden in plain site.
Is this BL cliche and absolutely goofy/unserious? Well yeah, it's Fish Upon the Sky babes.But with that being said, the ridiculous and insanely unbelievable antics that go on within this BL don't take away from the heartfelt moments between the two male leads. Moments that have lived in my head rent free years after first watching. Even the cliches come off more as endearing than annoying. For example, Mork revealing to Pi that he has always cared and loved him from afar is something I would roll my eyes to with a small smirk on my lips in any other BL. But Pond portrays the character with such an earnest and captivating charisma that I can't help but smile and giggle to myself while kicking my feet. Even with Phuwin's character, who should be highly unlikeable and irritating to watch. Is found out to be rather sympathetic and relatable. Which makes you want to root for Phuwin to end up with a man who truly cares for him deeply and admires him. The way he deserves to be, even if he's initially against the clearly destined romance. And despite being yet another University BL, Fish Upon the Sky has always been so different and unique, holding a special place in my heart as my favorite BL. Even after watching hundreds of them at this point. And no other has seemed to be able to match it's energy in how animated it's story and characters are, at least not without being so silly to the point of borderline unwatchable. Nor have they been able to capture such a genuine and loving connection like I feel Pond and Phuwin are able to give us every second they're on screen.
Oh and PondPhuwin >>>
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This BL is good Camp Ya'll just boring
Ok ok, in all seriousness, I could totally understand why someone would drop this faster than I dropped my brother as a baby. But I think one thing should be clear when jumping into the first episode of 1000 Years Old. This is Camp at it's finest and is in no way near trying to be serious. Sure it has serious moments, but the only way you'll get enjoyment out of those moments is if you shut your brain off and just enjoy the show for the vibes. Even the plot-twist itself isn't anything crazy and has been done before a million times.But its in the way the characters interact with each other and the quirks of this show that give it it's charm. I genuinely feel like 1000 Years Old is an acquired taste kind of BL. That isn't meant for everyone but definitely stands out from the crowd and resonates with those who enjoy a good and honest BL that wears its heart on its sleeve, just like the 1000 Year Old vampire Pun.
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