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A Man’s Man is an absolute must-read for anyone working in or planning to enter the corporate world. And I don’t mean “must-read” like, “Oh yeah, it’s good, check it out sometime.” No. I mean necessary. Essential. Like, read this before you even step foot in an office, or you’ll regret it.

Why am I hyping this up so much? Simple—it hit way too close to home. I used to work in a corpo setting like this for quite some time, and let me tell you, the environment, the drama, the power struggles? All painfully real. Everyone’s out for themselves. Selflessness? What’s that? It doesn’t exist ... in these places. You try to be a decent human being, and you end up getting used like a dog. The bosses? Corrupt, manipulative, power-tripping nightmares who thrive on keeping everyone beneath them. It’s survival of the fittest, and the fittest are often the most selfish.

And here’s the part that stung: I was a team leader once, and honestly? I didn’t care about anyone but myself and my image. Why should I? As long as I’m getting richer, right? That’s what matters in the corporate jungle. These coworkers, these “colleagues,” they’re not friends. They’re tools. So why would I bother caring for them? The world’s all about survival, and we’re just trying to stay afloat, right?

But man, reading this manhwa made me hate that mindset. It made me hate myself for thinking that way. After finishing it, I had this moment of clarity. What if, instead of being a self-centered jerk, I actually helped the people around me? Not for rewards, not for praise—just because it’s the right thing to do. What if I was smart about it and found ways to lift my team up instead of using them as stepping-stones? Imagine having a team that’s genuinely strong, genuinely happy, supporting you because they want to, not because they have to. A team that cares because they know you’ll have their back just as much as they have yours.

That’s what A Man’s Man taught me. It’s about human connection. Real, raw, honest connections in a world that’s too busy being fake. It’s about brotherhood, about struggling together, not just climbing the ladder alone. It’s about being a decent human being in a world that forgot what that means.

The truth is, "helping"—or, let’s be real, just being a decent person—is what’s missing in this world. And I learned it too late. Which is exactly why I’m not just recommending this manhwa. I’m practically begging anyone even thinking about stepping into the corporate world to read it. This isn’t just a story about manipulation and office politics; it’s a lesson on what truly matters. Why can’t we just be decent humans in this cutthroat mess of a system?

9/10. Hands down, the only manhwa that made me break down crying—actually crying. I don’t even cry at sad stories, but this? It hit home. It was more than just a tear-jerker. It was a wake-up call.

*Murim RPG* is an S-tier must-read Manhwa.

You know that rare moment when you're knee-deep in the endless pit of cultivation, regression, and isekai manhwa, and one actually stands out? Yeah, *Murim RPG* did that for me, and believe me, I've had my fair share of disappointing reads. I would even go as far as saying my enjoyment of this was on par with *Murim Login* or even *Skeleton Soldier*. And trust me, that’s no small feat.

Here’s the thing with these shonen cultivation stories—they all kinda have the same hook. It’s the journey, right? Watching the MC start from the bottom and claw his way up. ... But the problem with most of them is that the second the MC becomes OP, the story flatlines faster than a boring Sunday afternoon. It's like the writers just run out of gas once their protagonist starts wiping the floor with everyone. At that point, it’s like, why even bother? But *Murim RPG* manages to keep that challenge alive.

Much like *Skeleton Soldier*, there’s this brilliant *Groundhog Day* vibe with the "do it again" mechanic, where the MC gets to try over and over... but there’s an actual limit to his retries, so it’s not just mindless repetition. It adds real suspense, and when he messes up, it *matters*. The survival aspect in a shonen setting? Yeah, that itch for progression gets scratched real good here. And the best part? The MC isn’t OP from the get-go, which is a breath of fresh air. I swear, I’m so tired of those “instant OP” power fantasies where the story peaks too soon and then just stagnates.

But *Murim RPG* avoids that trap beautifully. Every new challenge feels earned, and the world-building actually gets deeper as you go. It’s not just the MC bulldozing through everything; there’s nuance, especially with how relying too much on the system starts biting him in the ass. And the world itself? Definitely deeper than *Murim Login*, and that’s saying a lot because I really liked the world in *Murim Login*. It’s got this layered complexity that keeps you guessing.

Honestly, this manhwa hits all the right notes for me—great progression, engaging challenges, and a world that feels alive. It’s like they took the best parts of *Nano Machine* and *Skeleton Soldier*, mixed it with the pacing of *Murim Login*, and delivered something that doesn’t go stale.

Final verdict? If you're into cultivation manhwa with a real sense of growth and stakes, Murim RPG is an S-tier must-read. It doesn’t stagnate, it doesn’t spoon-feed you OP wish-fulfillment too early, and it actually keeps you invested.

Hooo boy, where do I even start with this one?

The concept? Solid, I’ll give it that. A slice of life about "losing heroines" sounds like a fresh take, right? The first episode through the third? Yeah, I was hooked. I thought, "Alright, finally some nuance. Maybe we'll get something new here." But oh boy, was I wrong. They hit us with the same dumping scenario over and over. Three girls, three identical heartbreaks. Like, okay, we get it—girls get dumped. Next? NOPE. We’re stuck on repeat. Lemon’s story? I didn’t feel a thing. It was so boring I was ADHD-skipping through scenes like I was ... playing Fruit Ninja because I just couldn’t take it anymore.

Then there's the MC. Dude, what is this guy’s deal? In the beginning, it seems like he cares about these girls, these so-called "losing heroines." But then what? He just vibes? Like, okay, you want to be friends with them, fine, but he's not even a good friend! What does this guy actually do? It’s like watching someone try to assemble Ikea furniture with no instructions and missing screws—painful and pointless. He’s just there, like the human embodiment of a beige wall. The club president is weird as hell, too. It’s like the whole show is about girls getting dumped and then being forced into some sad “friendship” with this empty shell of a dude who does… what? Consoles them? Makes sure they don't cry too much?

And honestly, why does this guy even settle for being "just friends"? It’s fine if he did it with some kind of pride, but he doesn’t even have the self-respect or ambition to go beyond that. It’s like he’s content with his life being this miserable. There’s no drive, no higher motivation to actually go after a girlfriend. He should have at least enough ego to make things interesting, but nope—he's stuck being the "nice guy" in the worst way possible. I hate weak-ass characters like him. He’s like that guy who gets invited to the girls' sleepover because they think he’s gay or something (but at least gay guys are funny), and he just rolls with it. Bro, why are you even here? He’s a non-entity—zero drama, zero tension, just layers of insecurity wrapped in blandness. He’s not handsome, he’s got no skills, he’s not interesting in the slightest.

After three episodes, I was thinking, "Alright, cool, maybe an 8 or 9 out of 10." But after episode seven? Ugh. I’m sorry, it’s a 6 (for now at least). Maybe if you're into this "let's-watch-some-girls-get-dumped-and-awkwardly-bond-with-a-lifeless-man" kind of vibe, you'll like it. The slice-of-life comedy with the girls is alright, I'll give it that. The stuttering one is especially funny—she carries the show at times. But aside from that? Where's the drama? Where's the tension? This is Omega Mid, dude. I'm sorry, but I’m not holding my breath for this one to turn it around. Hope it proves me wrong, but I'm not betting on it.

Ugh. Let me just start by saying, I went into this after reading Aku no Hana and Sundome, so yeah, I was prepared for something dark, something uncomfortable. But this? This is a whole new level of depressing. I hated this. I hated the main character. And if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to spend hundreds of pages watching a guy self-destruct without a shred of redemption, this is your show.

I get it, it’s supposed to be a story about how humans are trash and the world is trash, but damn—at some point, you just gotta stop and ask yourself, why am I willingly ... rolling around in this dumpster? Because that’s exactly what this story is: one long dumpster dive into the most existential sludge you could imagine.

It’s more depressing than NHK, more depressing than Homunculus, and by the time I hit chapter 105, I just wanted the MC to do us all a favor and end it already. That’s right, folks—I wanted him to just peace out. There, I said it. Never have I been so tired of following a character’s miserable journey. Like, dude, can we skip to the part where you're no longer making me want to gouge my eyes out from sheer frustration?

And the romance? The tension? Yeah, those don’t exist. Not a single spark of enjoyment here. Instead, it’s like being stuck in a spiral of depression, self-loathing, and nihilism. What’s the main message? Life’s garbage, everyone’s garbage, and we’re all doomed to rot in it. Great. Just what I needed.

Oh, and the sex. SO much sex for something that’s not even supposed to be ecchi. But don’t get excited—it's all sex for depression. Yup. Every single time. Like, you thought this could be a silver lining? Nope. Even the sex has to be soul-sucking. And I swear, 80% of the characters are rapists. Can someone tell me why literally everyone in this story is irredeemably evil?

It’s not even a nuanced exploration of moral ambiguity. It’s just a parade of losers. That’s what they all are—losers, trapped in their own misery. And sure, maybe the MC was just an innocent kid once, but my god, this guy is so unbelievably stupid. Like, stop trying to make me sympathize with him because he got "influenced." He’s still an idiot! Even as an adult, he’s an idiot. His whole existence is just empty, and the only thing that brings him any joy is… guess what? Sex. That’s it. No hobbies, no ambitions, just pure, mind-numbing emptiness. At this point, I don't even want to punch him; I just want him to vanish from existence. Is that too much to ask?

And don’t even get me started on that damn penguin mascot. Supposed to be some deep metaphor for his insecurities or something, right? Nah. It’s just annoying. Like, what is this, the embodiment of his guilt? Or are we just being edgy for the sake of it? Seriously, I don’t care about this guy or his inner demons. He's so wrapped up in self-loathing that it's like, okay, fine, stay there. Rot in your garbage pile. Shinji is trash but he got nothing on you.

Honestly, nobody in this story gives him any hope. Not a single decent person in sight. His innocence? Crumbling? Try completely obliterated by chapter three. It's all just so bleak and nihilistic, and for what? To remind us that life sucks? Thanks, but I already got the memo bro.

I gotta hand it to author, though—the dedication to making everything as disgusting and miserable as possible is pretty impressive. It's like staring at a hyper-realistic painting of a garbage pile: maggots, barf, and all. Truly a masterpiece in detailed trash. But that’s where my praise stops. I'm done with this mess. 3 out of 10. Yeah, that’s right. Fuck you, Punpun. You fucking bitchass!

Aku no Hana is without a doubt one of the most captivating mangas I've ever come across. I mean, I've read a lot of stuff, but nothing has grabbed me quite like this. And no, it’s not the romance, the ecchi elements, or even the twisted nature of the plot that hooked me—it's the way the story dives deep into mental illness and rips apart societal norms with sharp, unapologetic critique. I absolutely love it. The characters? Straight-up divine. Seriously, the author is on another level. Never heard of him before this, but he's now in the ranks of gods when it comes to writing ... characters.

Alright, let’s break it down, character by character.
*(Spoiler alert: finish the series before reading on!)*

**NAKAMURA**. Oh boy, she’s the heart and soul of this entire story. She’s the chaotic energy that keeps everything burning. The mystery and madness surrounding her mental illness? Chef's kiss. She’s the ultimate rebel, tearing down society's fake rules with zero fucks given. Honestly, I adore her. Nakamura is that rare breed of character who makes everything around her infinitely more interesting, and I couldn’t get enough of her.

Then there’s **SAEKI**. Watching her gradually descend into twisted madness, throwing aside society’s so-called morals in favor of jealousy and raw emotion? Now *that’s* the good stuff. She really highlights what makes us all so deeply human—our raw, untamed desires. And when she has the audacity to comment on the damn chair still being warm after catching them red-handed? I lost it. Forget focusing on their crimes, nope, she’s hung up on *that*. It’s genius in the most bizarre way, and I love it.

And let’s be real—deep down, we all love it. That rebellious streak against societal standards, the raw freedom it represents. Even reading the comment sections while going through this manga was a riot. The whole experience? Pure enjoyment. Saeki is the spicy chaos this story needed, balancing Nakamura perfectly. She ties everything together and makes this dark commentary on society even more sharp and hilarious. Saeki is pure cinema. She’s the chaos we’ve been craving.

Now, after the big incident in the town, things start to cool off. Enter **TOKIWA**. I gotta say, she’s kind of a mix of both Saeki and Nakamura, but does she really stand out? Not really. She’s more like Kasuga—a little too *normal*. She shares his hobbies and all, but nothing about her really pops. I mean, she’s just... there.

Then we have **KASUGA**. What can I say? He’s empty. Like, painfully empty. He’s so normal it hurts. He falls head over heels for Nakamura and is ready to throw his entire life away for her, which is the very definition of emptiness. The dude is just blindly following her like a lost puppy. Maybe that’s why she pushes him away? At least, that’s how I see it.

Now, let’s talk about the **ending**. Satisfying? Eh, depends on your taste. For me? Not really. Nakamura is the true heroine of this story, hands down. The author put so much effort into crafting her that Tokiwa feels like a cheap knockoff in comparison. And it drives me crazy that Kasuga couldn’t save her, or at least *try* to. Sure, the ending is good, but it’s way too tame and *normal* for my taste. I wasn’t asking for some cliché double-suicide ending, but I was hoping for something more for Nakamura. Even the last chapter feels unfinished—like, why bring us back to Nakamura’s perspective after the so-called good ending? What was the point of that?

I guess the takeaway is that Nakamura can’t be fixed. No one can. Her mental illness is a black hole, and Kasuga not being around doesn’t change that. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth, but hey, I still enjoyed the ride. Even if the ending fell short, it didn’t take away from how much fun I had with this series. And honestly, I rarely find manga that I genuinely enjoy from start to finish. Maybe that’s just a me problem, who knows.

But yeah, I’m with adult Saeki on this one—Kasuga is a disappointment. Maybe I just don’t get the author’s 5000 IQ intentions, but damn, it could’ve been more.

### **Side note**:
Before diving into the manga, I tried the anime. Big mistake. I saw the controversy, shrugged it off, and thought, “Eh, I’ll give it a shot.” Biggest regret ever. The first episode was such hot garbage that I dropped it within two minutes. Absolute trash. But hey, at least it pushed me to read the manga, and that turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made.


Overall score:
Look, the ending left me pretty let down, but there's no way I can dock it enough to bring this below a 10. Yeah, I hated how it wrapped up, but that doesn’t erase the fact that the author deserves god-tier status for how brilliantly these characters were written—especially in the first half of the manga. The depth, the complexity, the sheer realness of the characters? Unreal. And that alone makes it a 10/10 for me. Even with the disappointment at the end, the characters are just that good.

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy. What a rollercoaster. I’m talking about another one of those deep ecchi series—yeah, another one. Been on a bit of a journey, you know? And this one, well, it’s something else, alright.

Now, let’s get one thing straight: the story here? It’s got its moments of beauty, no doubt. But don’t go thinking it’s perfect, because it sure ain’t. Let me break it down for you. First off, I can’t shake the feeling that the author enjoys playing around with our emotions, tossing in some NTR bait just to stir up insecurities. But here’s the kicker—it’s kinda beautiful in its ... own messed-up way.

Sex in this series isn’t always about perversion or violence. Nah, sometimes it’s about sheer attraction and care. I’ll give ‘em that much. This one tries to play the deep ecchi card, and I can respect that. But let’s be honest here—the art? Not exactly eye-popping. In fact, it’s a bit outdated. Not as sexy or alluring as some other ecchi stuff out there. So, what’s the hook? The twisted romance between Kurumi and Hideo, that’s what.

It’s deep, twisted, sad, and somehow still a fun ride. y'all know what it is.

Now, the ending? Bittersweet. And, you know what? I’m not sure how I feel about it. Bittersweet endings are like that extra topping you didn’t ask for but got anyway. It’s overdone, if you ask me. Feels like a cheap trick to make sure the series leaves a mark, something to keep you moping around for a day or two after reading. Not sure if I appreciate that, but hey, it does the job.

This series, though, is far from perfect. There’s not much exploration of feelings here. Unlike *Nana to Kaoru*, where they dive deep into the idea that their, uh, activities are a form of communication when words just won’t cut it, this one stays on the shallow end of the pool. It’s a real shame, too. Kurumi’s character had the potential to be at the GOAT status. Something more—something with real emotional depth, beyond just the sex and fetishes. But we didn’t get that far enough, did we? Not enough time I guess. I feel like it could’ve been so much better... somewhat. This shit is fucking sad man.

Well, "Nana to Kaoru" caught me off guard, and that’s saying something. As someone who’s slogged through more ecchi series than I care to admit—hey, we all have our vices—this one made me sit up and take notice. And no, it’s not just because it’s practically knocking on hentai’s door, though believe me, it’s right there. What sets it apart is the way it tackles the sticky subject of S&M in relationships with a seriousness that’s almost unsettling. The underlying message about honesty and communication? That part’s actually worth thinking about.

Now, the characters are easy on the eyes—if only the bags under mine were so ... stylish—and the art’s good enough to keep you turning the pages. The sexual tension? Yeah, it’s all there, front and center. But what really pulled me in, much to my surprise and mild existential dread, was the budding romance between Kaoru and Nana. Sure, it’s driven by lust, but there’s something refreshingly honest and, dare I say, almost wholesome about it. Who knew?

The story isn’t just about indulging in naughty fantasies. It’s got a message about being upfront with what we really want. It’s like they’re speaking a language that goes beyond words—a mix of attraction, confession, and, well, a healthy dose of lust.

Not that it’s flawless—there were a few moments where I found myself questioning my life choices—but I’d still give it a solid 9 out of 10. There’s no other borderline hentai that’s this deep, or this oddly romantic. It’s wholesome in its own twisted way, like finding a good pair of socks on laundry day. Sure, I wish there were more of it, but I get it—you can only stretch BDSM so far before it starts feeling like, well, an old sock. The ending? Satisfying enough. This series left a mark, and I’m still not sure if that’s a good thing or bad thing. Maybe I should try to convince my partner to do S&M roleplay with me, maybe then our relationship can be better, who tf knows.

So, I've watched this anime more times than I care to admit—honestly, probably more than I should have, but who’s counting? Let me tell you, episodes 3 through 5 are in a league of their own. This anime knows how to pull off an underdog story like nothing else out there. Instead of a bunch of cheerleaders rooting for our guy, it’s just boos from every direction, and I’m weirdly here for it. Those episodes? Pure gold. A masterpiece, if I’ve ever seen one.

It’s been, what, ages since I last binged this thing? But you know what? I’m tempted to jump back in just to ... relive the glory of episodes 3 through 5. The whole anime isn’t perfect—far from it—but those episodes? They hit differently, like a Krabby Patty that’s actually fresh off the grill. One Punch Man gave it a shot with the meteor scene, but let’s be real, Saitama’s still licking his wounds from all the haters. Episodes 3-5, though? That’s Sigma with a capital "S," like our main character’s tuned into some other dimension, looking at everyone else like they’re just NPCs. It’s twisted, sure, but oddly compelling in a way that makes me question my taste in entertainment.

And don’t even get me started on the betrayal. His so-called friends and even his big sister stabbing him in the back—classic. No one believes in him, but he’s just too good for this world. The guy forgives them all, thinking, "Hey, they’re just looking out for themselves. I get it." Omega Gigachad, right there. Makes you wonder if we’re all just playing a game we didn’t sign up for, but that’s probably just the midlife crisis talking.

After episode 5, though, things kinda start to slide. The magic of those earlier episodes was all about milking the underdog trope for every last drop. But once everyone figures out how strong our guy really is, it just doesn’t pack the same punch. It’s still fun, don’t get me wrong, but it never quite reaches the heights of those golden episodes 3 through 5. Like finding out the ice cream machine’s broken—again.

So yeah, I’ll give this show a 9 out of 10, mostly because those underdog moments were done right. And because, well, sometimes you just need to cheer for the guy everyone else is booing.

This manhwa... it's like if a gacha game and Darkest Dungeon had wild sex and out popped this beauty. Seriously, it's almost too good to be true, but here we are.

As a gacha fan who's spent way too much on rolls, and someone who dabbles in game design, this manhwa hits all the right notes. It's a blend of addictive gacha mechanics, brutal permadeath, and strategic hero management. Imagine Darkest Dungeon had a steamy night with your favorite gacha game—this is their love child.

The game design? Genius. You've got an engaging gacha system for the gamblers, idle gameplay that lets you grind while you sleep, ... and endless dungeons with branching plotlines. It's like this manhwa was built for sleepless nights. The permadeath is brutal, but that's what makes it exciting. The challenge is perfect, unlike most gacha games that just hand you easy wins. Plus, leveling up a 1-star hero into a 6-star powerhouse? That’s the dream. The whole system is designed to keep you hooked, and it works.

The story? It's solid. Not groundbreaking, but it keeps you invested. The power scaling and gacha mechanics blend well with the narrative, making for a fun experience. I’d give the story an 8 out of 10, but the gameplay design easily pushes the overall experience to a 9.

My only gripe? The pay-to-win system. Why can't they just go with a live service model like FFXIV? That would've made it perfect. Even so, I’m still giving this a 9 out of 10 because it’s that good.

Honestly, if someone ever makes a game with the depth of RimWorld, the challenge of Darkest Dungeon, and the loot grind of Last Epoch, mixed with gacha mechanics, I'd be the first in line, wallet wide open. This manhwa got pretty damn close to that fantasy of what would be the perfect game.

Alright, I might piss some people off, so please bear in mind this is just my opinion.

Come here after the promising episode 1 and 2 of the anime, and 105 chapters into Kaiju #8. So far, the last arc has been. Meh. Honestly Kaiju #8 has been a blast from the start. The best part is definitely our main character, but the side characters man.

Holy f*** the side characters. Omega mid. Like seriously. Every single one of the "new generation" is boring as f***. We got Narumi, the "Gojo" from Walmart. We got the what's-his-name Levi/Zoro knockoff. We got the "rival" lil-bro side character ... which is also boring as f***. And we got the mary-sue turned into damsel in distress (The Mary sue has to be a damsel in distress in order for our MC to be a Gigachad, otherwise what's the point?). A fate for all strong beautiful female characters in your typical shonen.

Yes, unfortunately it's true, typical shonen! Especially the power-scaling after training is just too cringe for me. It's like screaming, hey I'm just your typical shonen. This is just Bleach with different flavors. Literally the best part of this series is the main character development. The author kinda try to subvert the trope and try to make things darker, but ended up going back into PG-13. I'm sorry but. Holy boring. I don't know what I'm expecting though, I guess I come here expecting a mature story with dark comedy, like the level of Chainsaw-Man writing since the main character is a full-grown adult. But I just met with another typical shonen formula series.

Again. My god. The only appeal is the main character Kafka. He's the only interesting character, but when you don't make him grow and make the focus too spread-out, you undermine the best thing in the whole series. This ain't One Piece, where the side characters are far more interesting than Luffy. It's the actual opposite. My god everyone is boring as f***.

Conclusion, Mann. I don't know though. Maybe I'm writing the review too early. So far the latest arc hasn't been concluded yet. But after seeing how the power-scaling results after training. It's too predictable it's not even funny. I don't have much hope for this manga to be honest. Regardless, maybe, just maybe the author will make the best plot twist ever. Maybe the show will get darker as I wanted it to be. Or maybe, as I expected, it'll be mid. Hell, less than mid. At least Bleach had villains that were kinda fun to watch! Most of these Kaiju chumps don't even put up a decent fight or interesting designs.

I don't want to do this. But I'm sorry y'all. 6/10. Great starters, very bad executions until this point. Let's hope I'll be proven wrong in the next chapters. Will wait for a year or two and redo this again. Maybe.