You really thought they were gonna go that way when they have a main character like Rie?Oh this made me happy. When it started off by introducing a fat character and then started having characters talk about staying in shape I was braced for the worst. A lot of times fat characters seem like they exist just to lose weight. But this?
Phenomenal. Princess Coral! What an absolute legend.
I know better now! Call it a flinch instinct- I've read things where a "strong" physique is treated diff then a "fat" physique. It's hard to trust when you've gotten that sting so many times. But you're right- this authors not like that at all.You really thought they were gonna go that way when they have a main character like Rie?
Come on
I think it's an entirely fair worry - body positivity is rare in general, and Japanese media is often pretty bad even on top of that.I know better now! Call it a flinch instinct- I've read things where a "strong" physique is treated diff then a "fat" physique. It's hard to trust when you've gotten that sting so many times. But you're right- this authors not like that at all.
It's nice! It really is lovely.
Perfect summary of a sad trend"Flinch Instinct" lol you kids keep finding new ways to keep yourselves from enjoying entertainment
Just sit back, relax and soak it in, no need to give yourself unnecessary anxiety