It's great actually. Until at a certain point the author seems to be running out of ideas for drama so they just added some stupid sh*t. Ruining the pacing of the build-up.
All I can say is, if you haven't read about the 8th & 9th floors, you will miss the main reason why even all of those are happening and why the floors are built. It will really be hard to accept nor understand why the MC is getting this much "perks" or benefits from the tower but all the answers are in those two floors. And for me, when I learned about it, I cried because it was beautiful. And I even think that the main character for a moment there is Frost more than Junho (≧▽≦) but I can say reading it to the end will actually answer your questions here and it is worth it.
at 1650 and i think it should end in 500 chapters max
all the lore and background has been laid bare but theres still a chance of a deeper setting but still 500 is a safe bet
Menkui! is definitely an unusual BL manga, but despite its quirks, I've read it numerous times and it remains one of my all-time favorites. It's tricky to put into words why exactly it resonates so much.
The story primarily revolves around Kotori, a character with an ordinary appearance and personality, overshadowed by his stunningly attractive and popular brother. This dynamic creates some skepticism when Akaiwa, Kotori's classmate, begins pursuing him romantically. Kotori struggles with self-esteem issues, feeling unworthy of Akaiwa's affection, while Akaiwa is undeniably captivated by him.
I absolutely adored the unfolding of their relationship, particularly in the first volume, where the narrative feels most cohesive. The story strikes a perfect balance of humor, light-heartedness, and just enough emotional tension. The artwork is exceptional, which is why this is one of the few manga series I own in physical form.
However, the plot does take a turn for the confusing by the third book. While still enjoyable, readers should be prepared to overlook inconsistencies and accept the unexpected introduction of supernatural elements that weren't hinted at earlier.
Why? The story begins promisingly. The "ordinary" younger brother of the most stunning older brother. A class filled with attractive individuals. The potential love interests...
It starts as a genuinely sweet romance.
But it goes nowhere.
The conclusion is lackluster. From Volume 2, it takes this strange turn into a supernatural mirror world, and Volume 3 introduces a parallel world. Neither of these elements advances the plot in any meaningful way.
I just can't recommend it. After an enjoyable first volume, it simply crashes and burns.
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It's great actually. Until at a certain point the author seems to be running out of ideas for drama so they just added some stupid sh*t. Ruining the pacing of the build-up.
all the lore and background has been laid bare but theres still a chance of a deeper setting but still 500 is a safe bet
The story primarily revolves around Kotori, a character with an ordinary appearance and personality, overshadowed by his stunningly attractive and popular brother. This dynamic creates some skepticism when Akaiwa, Kotori's classmate, begins pursuing him romantically. Kotori struggles with self-esteem issues, feeling unworthy of Akaiwa's affection, while Akaiwa is undeniably captivated by him.
I absolutely adored the unfolding of their relationship, particularly in the first volume, where the narrative feels most cohesive. The story strikes a perfect balance of humor, light-heartedness, and just enough emotional tension. The artwork is exceptional, which is why this is one of the few manga series I own in physical form.
However, the plot does take a turn for the confusing by the third book. While still enjoyable, readers should be prepared to overlook inconsistencies and accept the unexpected introduction of supernatural elements that weren't hinted at earlier.
I think that's how I would describe Menkui.
Why? The story begins promisingly. The "ordinary" younger brother of the most stunning older brother. A class filled with attractive individuals. The potential love interests...
It starts as a genuinely sweet romance.
But it goes nowhere.
The conclusion is lackluster. From Volume 2, it takes this strange turn into a supernatural mirror world, and Volume 3 introduces a parallel world. Neither of these elements advances the plot in any meaningful way.
I just can't recommend it. After an enjoyable first volume, it simply crashes and burns.