Maybe this person isn't like that, but I've seen enough of those type people for it bring up uncomfortable memories when I see someone saying they're going to drop a series because there's no Yuri/Yaoi in it.
It's kind of weird to take offense to people dropping a series that's not to their taste. Uncomfortable memories? Really? People are allowed to not read what you read, for whatever reason they please.
Dropping something because it's not yuri also doesn't mean someone only reads yuri. It means that particular manga doesn't interest them if it's not. That's exactly where this one lands for me. There are plenty of interesting stories in the world, but this one doesn't have anything that appeals to me. It's about gals being pals, and that premise is not one I find engaging. If the draw of a manga is the interactions between its two leading characters, it usually needs to be romance to catch my attention (regardless of gender). Otherwise, I'd rather read something with an actual plot, beyond 'day to day life of schoolkids'.
You assume I took offense because I stated my views on a comment on a public forum. I'm not offended in the slightest, and I simply said I personally don't think it's a good reason to reason to drop something for not being Yuri/Yaoi, because there are a lot of people who do that. People are free to do whatever they want, and "actual plot" is a subjective bit of hilarity to me. Since a comedy series like this has arguably as much plot as your average action series that just kind of goes in a direction that leads to more action. If you think a comedy series between friends isn't a good enough plot then don't read this, that's fine.
You also left out a major part of my comment just so you could say "people are allowed to not read what you read, for whatever reason they please", it's almost like I said literally stated that when I said " Again though, maybe it's just their preferences here and that's fine. I'm not saying anyone should think like I do, and I believe people should do what works for them and makes them happy. I'm simply sharing my views and how they differ, along with some of my personal experiences."
People can read whatever they want for any reason. I'm not telling anyone otherwise. Yes I have many bad memories over the years of loud Yuri/Yaoi fans earning ire in many communities by trying to convince people that a series is bad because of the lack of Yuri/Yaoi. Also trying to force relationships between friends. These people are also often known for being the ones that fetishize gay characters and relationships. So that's yet another layer. I'm stating my perspective and thoughts because of my experiences with Yuri and Yaoi communities over the years. That's all there is to it. People can agree or disagree with me, it's no big deal.
If we want to be technical then close friendships is Yuri, old School But still
Lmao well fair enough, and I mean the ship here is super cute and it works well I think.
Edit: Anyways, I'm off to sleep. Have a lovely night everyone, and I wish you all the best! <3
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