

This can also be reworked to encompass the inherent problems with the concept of a “vanilla” character, and conversely, fetishization and its downfalls. However, I have a small nagging thought, which has only grown more pronounced in recent time the “main heroine” conundrum. Some of my favorites of this genre are Amagami SS, Ef – A tale of memories, Myself Yourself, Kanon or anything by KEY really. That isn’t to say that I dislike visual novels since I have read some but they aren’t my primary focus. Truth be told, I am more of a fan of said adaptations over the visual novel counterparts, since they are easily accessible and quickly consumable. An unusual specialization I suppose, though I feel unusually fond towards them.

I consider myself a connoisseur of anime adaptations of visual novels. I embraced her and our fingers intertwined. “It’s okay, if it’s with you…” her grin lit up my world. “Yui… are you alright? This is your first time…” I pressed. The gentle light reflected off a single tear escaping her eyes, yet, there was an unmistakable smile on her face.

I looked at her smiling face illuminated in the moonlight.
