“Quiet Tetsuo self-destructs after peer pressure, attracting rival Ryouji while friend Ryouta watches jealously.”
Afuresou na Pool
あふれそうなプール
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Based on your preference for character-driven stories with layered emotional arcs, this title's exploration of identity and belonging would deeply resonate. The pacing mirrors series you've rated highly, and its thematic depth aligns with your appreciation for nuanced storytelling...
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Quiet Tetsuo self-destructs after peer pressure, attracting rival Ryouji while friend Ryouta watches jealously.
Tetsuo Iriya was the nice, quiet kid that everybody knows. Until well-meant prodding on the part of Satoshi made him chose the 'easy' way out. He purposely failed the entrance exam to a good school, and picked fights so that he wouldn't have to be around Hanada anymore. The last thing he expected or wanted was for strong-willed Ryouji to show any interest in him. The sparks fly between the two, while Iriya's best friend Ryouta watches jealously.... (Source: Translated-treasures)
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A Manga Publication
- Format 33 × 6 ch × vol
- Total read 4h 24m approx
- Published Jan 1997 – ongoing
- Source Manga media type
- Ref. BS-M5280 catalog