One word - SIZZLING!!! Go watch.....WAIT...WTF was that ending!!!!!!
Damn!! This is sooooooo good.....woof!!! Yes, that's what I wrote after Ep 3 and continued to be convinced till Ep 15.....and then, we had THAT ending!!!! You can watch for how good Hua's actor is, but don't expect too much...and definitely not any redemption. I am downgrading it to 7.5 for that rushed and shitty ending!Please be aware that this a Omegaverse story that involves fantasy setting of men getting pregnant, etc., so check that bit out before you start watching.
BL-needle score: 7. Reasonable BL-ness. Frankly, I'm at a loss with this score for this show since it is hardly a quintessential BL. May be I need to revise the constituent of my BL-needle score. I probably will if there are enough content like this coming our way. :D
This show has all the potential to change how BLs are made and consumed....the script, production, acting, every damn thing is so much more matured than almost 90% of the BL dramas that we see. I have rarely come across BL shows that invested so much in its script, nuance and small details, that I see in this show, which is an absolutely welcome change. I just hope it doesn't get stuck mid-way with the whole censorship miasma in China for BL content.
While the story itself may not appeal to those who have issues with the Omegaverse, I would say that if you are giving this a miss because of that, you'll loose out
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love it so muchhh
My first BL manhwa was an omegaverse, so when I heard about this series, I didn't hesitate to start watching it right away. I'm not used to watching BL bcz I'm picky (the only one I've watched before is The Untamed), so this series is my second. i saw some people say it's cringe because of the omegaverse concepts like heats and pheromones, but honestly, that’s missing the bigger picture. For long-time BL readers, especially those into omegaverse, this series is a DREAM COME TRUE—it’s the first time we’re seeing these stories, which were once only in novels or comics, come to life in live-action. I love everything about it!Was this review helpful to you?
100% Recommend
As someone who has consistently watched BL series from various countries and is also a fan of omegaverse stories, I have to say that I am obsessed with this series. I've been rewatching it to an unhealthy degree, and the characters are constantly on my mind. For me, it deserves a perfect 10/10. Will I rewatch it? YES!!Was this review helpful to you?
Hooked
I know the show has only just released 3 episodes, but I'm genuinely hooked on it. I also am happy that the omegaverse lore is actually accurate. I am entirely convinced at least one of the people in the writer's room has an ao3 account. You could tell me all of them do with the only proof being this show and I would believe you.Anyway 100% do watch if you are into that trope. (btw it's not a fade to black kind of show so far when it comes to kissing like some other BLs are)
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I'm full invested and can't wait for each Saturday
As a fan of BL dramas, the first three episodes of *Desire* immediately pulled me in with its daring take on the ABO (Alpha, Beta, Omega, Enigma) dynamic. The chemistry between the leads is electric, and the tension is thick with both emotional and physical desire. The world-building is surprisingly solid for a genre that often leans more on romance than lore, and each episode leaves just enough mystery to keep me wanting more. The pacing is tight, the acting feels natural, and I’m already invested in how their bond will evolve. If the rest of the series holds up, this might just become one of my new favorites.Was this review helpful to you?
MY FIRST ABO DRAMA
it's been a while o don't write a review be the drama is "b aja / that it", but after i watch this one.. Idk how to feel but i'm obsessed with them. The story is sooo fresh like just out from the freezer, really cool and something new theme in bl drama series. I know abo is old-old wattpad story, but not with series like there's no country that bought this theme to their series, even thai that lgbt is legal(they had but just a bit, not the main story) and china make it even it's illegal in their country. Wow, i'm never expected to this time..I'm never read abo theme bl, but because of this series, i became interesting with abo theme. It's definitely so good drama, the actors, the story, everything even for 3 episode. It's exciting me when watch it, really best drama. If i can tell what bl drama the best in this year, i will tell proudly with this one, ABO DESIRE!
If you never watch or read abo theme, you'll addicted to this series, seriously. Try one and you will not disappointed or even need even more, XD
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Sending my Best wishes to all the Cast and Crew of this BL " ABO desire"....You have given me a reason to live once agaim ...My eyes r blessed 😆🥰😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😘😘😘😘😘😘😘💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💜💜💜🩷💜🩷💜🩷🩵💕💕❤️💞💯💯💯💯💯
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Quite possibly revolutionary in the BL genre
UPDATE FINALLY???24/8: POST EP9
Soul officially vaporised at Ep9.
Jaw hitting the floor, screaming, head buried in hands, you name it. Writing this after calming down.
It’s done right, it’s sensual, it’s a red flag that would never be tolerated in the real world. But for the sake of fiction, this BL drama has truly, possibly, allowed me to experience and recognise what passion is supposed to be.
It has succeeded in invoking this intense, fiery passion and emotion for not just a show, but understanding what lust is for another person.
Trust when I say, it’s strange, as if awakening something long forgotten internally, and as someone with anhedonia, this drama is a personal miracle in making me feel – right from Ep1 itself.
This was completely unexpected, and sometimes unexpected has its own perks. I for one, did not read the webnovel (very glad of it) and don’t intend to until the show has finished airing.
Not everyone will favour this drama.To adapt this work is a risk in itself in Cdramaland for anyone that’s involved (we’ve seen c-actors in “scandals” in 2020 and 2021), but no one possesses a stronger vision than the author themselves.
Nongjian deserves credit to make this project happen and since the opening, she has delivered what I believe many BL enthusiasts – of the quality and story – have been yearning for.
She understands what the audience wants to see, and works her craft in order to make THOSE scenes work, because they alone do not actually leave the desired effect (and it’s apparent now more than ever many BLs end up relying on this and assume it’s enough).
Dare I say Ep9 is merely a climax of many to come…
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Ep1-3 REVIEW:
The first 5mins of this drama has me on a chokehold. Not even exaggerating. The term Omegaverse has been thrown around in my radar but I never understood what it defines nor bothered to look it up. Curiosity failed to exist until seeing ABO Desire’s poster at another platform and on a whim, I decided to watch Episode 1 at 12am.
As someone who hasn’t the faintest idea of this trope, that first 5min is a delicious introduction to the world. The feeling is one that would be hard to forget, something like the jaw hitting the floor, thinking: WTAF.
It’s one thing to read about power dynamics through various story forms like manga and novels, and even come up with stories on your own, and another to experience seeing imagery that only existed in your head, to live in the screen. One could practically taste the absolute HUNGER from viewers at certain scenes, and it’s actually contagious.
Maybe there are different ways to centralise a story with Omegaverse, but in this case I absolutely go weak at the knees for a good hierarchy/strong power imbalance when done well (no shame in that).
That opening gave a taste of possible plot points to come (wealth divide, steamy scenes/slow burn, oh someone is going to get hurt, oppression and toxicity), and it provided more than enough reason to understand why this AU has garnered so many enthusiasts.
For Desire, it’s a world that is deeply unfavourable for the Omegas, who are either despised or lusted after, and in such an environment, how can a mutual, and safe relationship thrive between an Alpha and Omega that is more than just the Alpha abusing their dominance with “I want them, and I know I can have them” – I think that’s what this story explores. Already at Ep1-3, there’s been a lot of societal issues portrayed that is painful to recognise but commended, and it doesn’t just exist within the story. The theme of consent is very apparent.
So glad I clicked on this. In truth I was starting to tire from most BLs or DNF’d because most themes seemed recycled or include a lot of expl!cit scenes just for shock value.
It has been a whole year (I’ll call it a drought lol) since I watched anything of the sort. It was either immunity or lack of interest to continue the episodes. Personally it doesn’t seem so effective as intended when it’s hard to care for the characters.
The last quality BL I’d say remains as the gold standard is Semantic Error. Hope has dwindled since when it came to scouring every BL released to find one on par with this gem – one that does not depend on kiss or exp!c!t scenes to up the overall rating.
Looking forward to more, and will update. Just realised there are 16 EPISODES AT 50MINS EACH. Things really are changing for this genre.
If you are also new to Omegaverse, oh you are in for a ride (mostly gasping screaming crying on the floor with sensitive, anger inducing, even taboo themes that I never thought to see so boldly portrayed in a BL, let alone a cdrama). I’d suggest diving into Ep1 without any context or trailers.
Desire doesn’t just poke the boundaries of what had been allowed to be depicted in BL dramas all this time, they’ve been shoved more than expected. It is a miracle this even exists at all in Chinese dramaland.
And I just know for taking such a bold move in adapting this novel, success will be inevitable for the team behind it.
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This is not a review
Since I’ve only watched one episode, I just wanted to state that I’m very excited to finally get a series set in the Omegaverse!My hopes are high that this will do the genre justice.
Do we have to worry that this will be banned before it’s finished, like we’re holding our breath for each new episode of Revenged Love? GOD—I HOPE NOT!
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A série Desire foi aquele tipo de experiência que eu entrei mais por curiosidade do hype do que por real vontade. Sabe quando todo mundo tá falando, soltando edit no feed e você pensa “ok, deixa eu ver o que é que tá acontecendo”? Pois é. Eu fui. E olha, eu entendi o fascínio, mas também entendi que não é pra mim, e fiquei esperando esse último episódio sair pra finalmente dar meu parecer.A base é o Ômegaverse, e sim, eles realmente exploram bem as dinâmicas típicas do gênero. Tem tensão, tem hierarquia social, tem desejo, tem um monte de elementos que fazem quem curte esse universo ficar vidrado. Mas, tirando o tempero do Ômegaverse, o prato principal é um romance tóxico entre bilionários. E não é aquele “tóxico disfarçado de drama”, é tóxico mesmo. Eu sempre falo isso nas minhas reviews: possessividade e ciúmes doentio não são bonitinhos. E aqui, a série tem vários momentos que passam do limite, e não de um jeito que faça refletir, só incomoda mesmo.
O casal principal carrega a trama, goste ou não. A química dos atores é forte, e eles são fofos de mais no bts, e talvez seja a única razão de eu não ter dropado no terceiro episódio. Eles entregam intensidade, olhares, tensão, mas ao mesmo tempo é impossível ignorar a quantidade de atitudes problemáticas que vão sendo tratadas como se fossem gestos românticos. E aí entra a parte frustrante: a série tem potencial, mas se apoia demais no gênero e no carisma dos atores, esquecendo de construir um relacionamento minimamente saudável.
E se o casal principal já é complicado, o secundário consegue ser pior. O alfa simplesmente maltrata o Gao Tu de formas que me deixavam genuinamente irritada, e eu passei a série inteira torcendo pra ele se livrar daquele encosto. Mas não. No final, deixaram isso aberto, sem um ponto final digno, como se fosse “ok” deixar o destino dele nas entrelinhas. Que ódio que deu, sinceramente.
E quero falar de um detalhe técnico que me incomodou bastante: os cortes são estranhos e a quebra de tempo também, o que deixa tudo um pouco confuso. A sensação é de que falta ligação entre algumas cenas, como se algo tivesse ficado pelo caminho.
E o final… bom, o final foi o mais broxante de todos. Um daqueles episódios que te deixam olhando pra tela com cara de “sério que era só isso?”. O desfecho aberto do Gao Tu foi a cereja do bolo da minha irritação, custava dar um encerramento decente pelo menos pra ele?
No geral, eu entendo o hype, mas sinceramente, essa série é aclamada mais por ser Ômegaverse do que por ser realmente boa. Se você tem paciência, uma cabeça bem equilibrada e não acha ciúmes possessivos algo fofo, até dá pra assistir e tirar suas próprias conclusões. Agora, se você, como eu, tem o ranço acumulado de romances tóxicos sendo empurrados como “grande amor”, vá preparado ou simplesmente passe longe. Eu terminei mais pelo apego aos atores do que pela história em si, e honestamente? Não recomendo, a não ser que você goste de sofrer um pouquinho no processo.
Aqui tô sendo generosa em dar um 7 porque o Ômegaverse foi realmente bem trabalhando, apenas os atores merecem um 10 porque eles são fofissimos. De resto jogo sem dó na caçamba do lixo. E é isso.
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