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Mar 17, 2024 5:55 AM
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i was interested in watching this anime but i saw a 'Prostitution' tag that made me hesitate
so i just want to know how much the story focus on this theme and if any of the female leads is a prostitute?
Mar 17, 2024 6:04 AM
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yo Will not watch sex or anything, just watch it
Mar 17, 2024 6:07 AM
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The main lead is an apothecary in the palace but a lot of the story involves concubines and courtesans. It’s a really good story involving a lot of mystery. And the women are a big part of the story.
Mar 17, 2024 6:08 AM
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tragedydesu said:
i was interested in watching this anime but i saw a 'Prostitution' tag that made me hesitate
so i just want to know how much the story focus on this theme and if any of the female leads is a prostitute?

There is no nudity or sex.

It is a background theme in the story, but it’s not about the prostitution.

It mostly about the apothecary using their knowledge and figuring out situations.
Note: I don’t lazily watch 3-5 episodes, biasedly compare to other anime, or unfairly judge by surface level similarities. With every anime I start, I watch the entire series, both Japanese Sub & English Dub, then judge each anime based on what they present, to give an honest and fair rating.

Mar 17, 2024 6:20 AM
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Mod Edit: Added spoiler tags; please hide plot details.
KarinaraMar 30, 2024 10:40 AM
Mar 17, 2024 6:34 AM
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i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy
Mar 17, 2024 6:44 AM
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Not at all, actually.

It's not a field beeing discussed in depth, or with a theme/message in mind.
They're just portrayed as the most beautiful, most popular girls - everyone knows.

They DO get some screentime, but it doesn't matter that their prostitutes, really.
It doesn't focus on their dayli life, problems or feelings. They're always happy and their main reason why they're in this story is to be big sisters to MaoMao.


tragedydesu said:
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes


It's actually made for you, I think. If you're this sensitive then don't worry:
Cause everything is so lighthearted and surface level, with that.
Merve2LoveMar 17, 2024 6:51 AM
Mar 17, 2024 6:53 AM
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no the lead is not and also the theme is negligible it's just there nothing that much
Mar 17, 2024 6:56 AM
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Reply to tragedydesu
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy
@tragedydesu I am happy to not be like you and go head on on things that me uncomfortable. Be like you who knows how many series I wouldn't have watched. Probably first one be oreimo a decade ago because the end turned me off badly.
Mar 17, 2024 7:08 AM
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tragedydesu said:
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy

Yes, they are playing go and shogi. So indecent...
This take is just so fkn bad.
Mar 17, 2024 7:16 AM

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tragedydesu said:
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy

This is the most pansy ass cringelord thing I've ever read lmao...
Mar 17, 2024 7:31 AM
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Oh I hoped this will be a discussion initiated by someone as intrigued with theme of prostitution and what it brings into story like this as I am 😅
Oh, well, nevermind.
Mar 17, 2024 7:32 AM

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Shamsy said:
tragedydesu said:
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy

This is the most pansy ass cringelord thing I've ever read lmao...

This post HAS to be bait, why ask about how relevant prostitution is in this anime if you are going to reject anything that has this theme anyway?
Mar 17, 2024 8:38 AM
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tragedydesu said:
i was interested in watching this anime but i saw a 'Prostitution' tag that made me hesitate
so i just want to know how much the story focus on this theme and if any of the female leads is a prostitute?

Some characters are but nothing really graphic or ecchi happens the pleasure district and some characters just appear often. It’s not what you’re thinking.
Mar 17, 2024 9:04 AM

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It is quite off putting for me personally too. It’s not the main thing in the show but overall it is a bad theme that you just have to deal with.

Mar 17, 2024 9:18 AM

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MaoMao frequently associates herself with courtesans from local brothel near which she grew up. That's about it.

Mar 17, 2024 9:26 AM
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tragedydesu said:
i was interested in watching this anime but i saw a 'Prostitution' tag that made me hesitate
so i just want to know how much the story focus on this theme and if any of the female leads is a prostitute?

the main story isnt about sex, but a frequent scenario is the pleasure district and the courtsan house mc was raised at. also some characters are her "older sisters", the girls who live there and helped her growing up. it doesnt have any blant nudity or sex (its def not ecchi). there are some bittersweet moments regarding women and their sexual freedom but not the main focus.
i dont think u should hesitate on watching such a great show for that reason. if anything else, watch it, and if there is ever a scene that makes u uncomfortable, drop out 👍
Mar 17, 2024 9:54 AM
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Reply to tragedydesu
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy
@tragedydesu …side heroines you hardly see , the show mainly takes place in the inner palace with the emperors concubines
Mar 17, 2024 11:57 AM
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it's there for sure. but as someone that is pretty squeamish with the presence of Unwanted sexual conduct even in the slightest, i didn't have any problems with the show thus far. the only prostitution done is not only consensual but Desiree. from the consorts to the prostitutes in the pleasure district.
Mar 17, 2024 3:31 PM
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Merve2Love said:
Not at all, actually.

It's not a field beeing discussed in depth, or with a theme/message in mind.
They're just portrayed as the most beautiful, most popular girls - everyone knows.

They DO get some screentime, but it doesn't matter that their prostitutes, really.
It doesn't focus on their dayli life, problems or feelings. They're always happy and their main reason why they're in this story is to be big sisters to MaoMao.


tragedydesu said:
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes


It's actually made for you, I think. If you're this sensitive then don't worry:
Cause everything is so lighthearted and surface level, with that.

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Mar 17, 2024 6:01 PM
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It’s not explicit, but that’s like the whole anime.
The right mindset when watching an anime is hoping that it will break your top 10
Mar 17, 2024 9:28 PM

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It’s a pervasive theme but there’s nothing explicit at all. If you’re uncomfortable at the concept itself, then I can see you not jiving with the show. But it’s fairly background, so if you can bring yourself to put up with it, it’s a. Weh good show waiting for you.
Mar 17, 2024 9:30 PM
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tragedydesu said:
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy

lmao weak as hell for that 🤣
Mar 17, 2024 10:05 PM
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I was curious about your taste and so I checked your profile. I can say with confidence you will not like this show.
Mar 20, 2024 4:24 AM
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tragedydesu said:
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy

In that case, I recommend goblin slayer. Especially the first episode. Very wholesome and doesn’t have prostitution 👍🏻
Mar 20, 2024 11:46 PM
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tragedydesu said:
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy

I realise u most likely already made up your mind but I had a thought the other day because of this thread. This show is more like dr stone than anything prostitute related that is just a fact of the times the show is set in . Also the majority of the “prostitutes” are presented much like geisha as in they are there to entertain / play games / play music with customers more than anything lewd. There is one episode near the end of the series which does have mentions and themes u seem concerned with but that’s fitting with the story and show. To conclude it is a great show with mystery and political intrigue very nice animation and such. Just my thoughts here.
Mar 21, 2024 4:58 AM

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Reply to tragedydesu
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy
@tragedydesu I think you should still give it a try. as courtesans of their value rarely slept with their clients. and no, it's not most of the side heroins, I'd say not even half.


This anime really is worth watching, and you can drop it later if it bothers you.
Mar 27, 2024 1:52 AM
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Reply to tragedydesu
i see thx for the informations ... so basically the majority of side heroines are prostitutes
that theme just make me feel so uncomfortable even if its not explicit we all know what they are doing behind the scenes

i'll skip . enjoy
@tragedydesu I also feel a bit uncomfortable with the setting. I came to the forums to see if anyone else felt the same way, but apparently we're in the minority. It's definitely not for everyone though. I'm sorry people in here seem to be so rude about disagreeing with you. (Maomao is a pretty cool mc though)
Mar 27, 2024 2:41 AM

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Bro can't handle prostitution as a minor (non-explicit) theme. Someone is sexually repressed.
If you reply back to me and I never respond, I lost interest and don't care. Sorry about that.
Mar 27, 2024 3:04 AM

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yeah we are in the minority , looks like the majority have no problem with this theme , i pretty much can handle all themes except rape/prostitution
there is some few rude comments but the majority are kind/respectful

@LostSpectre
i have no problem with sex in my stories , some of my favorite manga have sex scenes i even read visuals novels who have plenty of it
my problem is with prostitution, knowing this beautiful women are sleeping with random dudes regularly makes me feel depressed and disgusted inside
Mar 27, 2024 11:23 AM

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@StrickenDeal
yeah we are in the minority , looks like the majority have no problem with this theme , i pretty much can handle all themes except rape/prostitution
there is some few rude comments but the majority are kind/respectful

@LostSpectre
i have no problem with sex in my stories , some of my favorite manga have sex scenes i even read visuals novels who have plenty of it
my problem is with prostitution, knowing this beautiful women are sleeping with random dudes regularly makes me feel depressed and disgusted inside
@tragedydesu Sorry, but you're not exactly convincing me to change my mind here.
If you reply back to me and I never respond, I lost interest and don't care. Sorry about that.
Mar 27, 2024 11:48 PM
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@StrickenDeal
yeah we are in the minority , looks like the majority have no problem with this theme , i pretty much can handle all themes except rape/prostitution
there is some few rude comments but the majority are kind/respectful

@LostSpectre
i have no problem with sex in my stories , some of my favorite manga have sex scenes i even read visuals novels who have plenty of it
my problem is with prostitution, knowing this beautiful women are sleeping with random dudes regularly makes me feel depressed and disgusted inside
@tragedydesu
If that's what you're worried about I do recommend you still watch it and see how you feel after a bit
Cause the show does give you a lot of insight of what actually goes on in these brothels, as you do learn that, like learning the high ranking prostitutes rarely sleep with random dudes and often just have meetings with them (cause extremely high price)
Jan 20, 5:51 PM
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@tragedydesu I also feel a bit uncomfortable with the setting. I came to the forums to see if anyone else felt the same way, but apparently we're in the minority. It's definitely not for everyone though. I'm sorry people in here seem to be so rude about disagreeing with you. (Maomao is a pretty cool mc though)
@StrickenDeal

You seem to be fine with Araragi molesting every little girl he comes across though. And don’t use the “errrrrrrrm you can like a series while being critical of it 🤓👆” excuse, the series blatantly panders to lolicons and you knew what you were expecting. Funny how the other person who finds it uncomfortable (the one with the Kiana avi) also has monogatari in his faves. Meanwhile, this series is completely clean and you don’t even see anyone having sex on screen.

“knowing this beautiful women are sleeping with random dudes regularly makes me feel depressed and disgusted inside”

What an embarassing, hilarious, and sad thing to see, especially from someone who thinks he’ll find a woman on this earth who’ll genuinely love him omegaLUL.

@renz330 some people like OP have mental deficits, don't be too harsh on them
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@StrickenDeal

You seem to be fine with Araragi molesting every little girl he comes across though. And don’t use the “errrrrrrrm you can like a series while being critical of it 🤓👆” excuse, the series blatantly panders to lolicons and you knew what you were expecting. Funny how the other person who finds it uncomfortable (the one with the Kiana avi) also has monogatari in his faves. Meanwhile, this series is completely clean and you don’t even see anyone having sex on screen.

“knowing this beautiful women are sleeping with random dudes regularly makes me feel depressed and disgusted inside”

What an embarassing, hilarious, and sad thing to see, especially from someone who thinks he’ll find a woman on this earth who’ll genuinely love him omegaLUL.

@renz330 some people like OP have mental deficits, don't be too harsh on them
@LeonhartAugust dude has made in the abyss rated a 9 when most else they rate is very low. Their a troll because that show is super fucked up yet a sex worker is where they draw a line? I just finished this and its wonderful and very light hearted and uplifting, even for starting out with a kidnapping but thats besides the point.
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@LeonhartAugust dude has made in the abyss rated a 9 when most else they rate is very low. Their a troll because that show is super fucked up yet a sex worker is where they draw a line? I just finished this and its wonderful and very light hearted and uplifting, even for starting out with a kidnapping but thats besides the point.
@evilchris lmao forgot about Made in Abyss. Iruumyuui’s backstory was one of the most fucking stomach churning backstories I’ve seen in fiction. And the less we talk about the author’s piss and shit fetishes, the better. But what do you expect from a guy who thinks genocide is good and acceptable but a teenager rejecting his waifu (who bashed him in the skull multiple times before killing him) should be condemned to an eternity of torture. His low ratings are due to him being a shipping obsessed soyboy betacuck (imagine caring about shipping in Hellsing, Hunter x Hunter and Evangelion of all things omegaLUL).
LeonhartAugustJan 20, 10:08 PM

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