What are the characteristics of boy love anime stories?

The 2017 anime love stories often had relatable characters. For instance, in 'A Silent Voice', the main characters had flaws and made mistakes in the past. Their love story was about redemption and forgiveness as well as falling in love. These stories also weren't always just about the happy - go - lucky side of love. They delved into the more complex aspects such as dealing with social pressures, like in 'Tsuki ga Kirei' where the characters had to navigate school life while developing their relationship.

In these anime, the love stories can be very diverse. Some are slow - burning, like in 'Ao Haru Ride'. Futaba has a past with Kou, and when they meet again in high school, their love rekindles gradually over time. Others can be instant attractions like in some shoujo anime. For example, in 'Kaichou wa Maid - Sama!', Misaki and Usui are immediately drawn to each other despite their differences. The characters' personalities play a huge role. In 'Nana', the love stories are complex because of the two Nanas' different personalities and their relationships with the other characters around them.

Often, Chinese boy love stories involve a strong sense of family influence. In traditional Chinese society, family opinions play a big role. For example, in 'The Butterfly Lovers', the families' opposition is a major obstacle to the lovers. Also, they tend to be very emotional and full of poetic beauty. The language used to describe the love is often very delicate and can stir deep emotions in readers.

Growth is a big characteristic. In many of these stories, the woman and the boy grow both individually and in their relationship. Take 'Bridge to Terabithia' for instance. Leslie and Jess help each other to become more confident and face the world, and their relationship deepens as they grow. Their love, whether it's platonic or budding romantic love, is intertwined with their personal development.

Most good anime love stories, even without the 'sex' aspect, have deep emotional connections. They often involve characters growing and changing because of their love for each other. For example, in 'A Silent Voice', the two main characters have a complex relationship that develops over time due to past misunderstandings.

Typically, they involve a human falling in love with a vampire. For example, in 'Vampire Knight', Yuki's feelings for Kaname are a big part of the story. There is often a sense of danger because vampires are usually depicted as powerful and having a dark side. Also, the settings are often in some kind of isolated or special place, like the school in 'Vampire Knight' or the mansion in 'Diabolik Lovers'.

They usually have a strong focus on character development. In 'Adachi and Shimamura', both characters are gradually revealed to the audience as they grow closer. We see how Shimamura becomes more open and Adachi becomes more confident in her feelings. This development is often intertwined with the development of their relationship.

Anime short love stories are often very concise. They can quickly convey strong emotions. For example, in a short time, they can show the initial spark of love, like the moment two characters' eyes meet. They also usually have unique art styles that enhance the romantic atmosphere.

One characteristic is the blend with traditional Chinese elements. For example, in many Chinese anime love stories, the settings might be in ancient China, with elements like Chinese architecture, traditional costumes, and ancient cultural beliefs. This gives a unique flavor to the love stories.

In Chinese anime love stories, family and friendship usually play important roles along with love. The relationships are complex and multi - faceted. For instance, in 'Mo Dao Zu Shi', the love between the two main characters is influenced by their past friendships and family backgrounds. Also, the art style in Chinese anime love stories can be very distinct, with beautiful sceneries and character designs that enhance the mood of the love stories.