What are the common themes in anime gay love stories?

One common theme is self - discovery. Characters often start out not fully aware of their feelings or identities and through their relationships, they come to understand themselves better.

Love and friendship are also important themes. These stories often show how two male characters develop a deep emotional bond that can be both platonic and romantic. It's about the journey of getting to know each other, supporting one another through difficulties, and growing together. For instance, like in 'Given', the characters' relationship evolves as they share their love for music and deal with their past traumas.

One common theme is self - discovery. In many gay anime stories, the characters are exploring their sexual orientation and coming to terms with who they are. For example, in 'Given', one of the main characters is dealing with his new - found feelings for another male.

One common theme is self - acceptance. Characters often struggle with their own identities and coming to terms with being gay in a society that may not always be accepting. For example, in 'Yuri!!! on Ice', Yuri has to overcome his insecurities.

One common theme is acceptance. In many gay to gay love stories, the characters have to struggle with self - acceptance and acceptance from family and society. For example, in 'Love, Simon', Simon has to deal with coming out to his family and friends while also falling in love with another boy.

The theme of friendship evolving into love is also common. In gay love stories, the characters often start as friends and gradually realize their deeper feelings. This can be seen in 'Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe' where Aristotle and Dante's friendship slowly blossoms into a more profound love as they grow and understand each other better.

Another theme is sacrifice. Characters might sacrifice their own desires or even their future for the sake of their loved ones. In some action - oriented anime love stories, a character may give up their power or a chance at something great to protect their lover.

One common theme is unrequited love. In many anime, a character loves someone who doesn't initially return those feelings, like in 'Kimi ni Todoke'. Another theme is sacrifice. Characters might sacrifice their own desires or even safety for the sake of their loved ones. Also, growth through love is common. As the characters fall in love, they grow as individuals, like learning to be more confident or understanding in 'Lovely★Complex' where the two main characters with height differences grow together in their relationship.

Another theme is the power of love against all odds. Gay couples often face discrimination and difficulties, but their love perseveres. Like in some real - life stories where gay couples fight for their right to be together in the face of legal and social barriers.

One common theme is acceptance. Gay characters often have to struggle to be accepted by their families, society, or themselves. For example, in many stories, the protagonists initially hide their sexual orientation due to fear of rejection. Another theme is the exploration of identity. Discovering one's homosexuality and how it fits into their overall sense of self is a big part of these stories.