Good question. Just trying to enjoy the drama as the drama. Getting spoilers and novel references thrown in my face kind of pulls me out of experiencing the story on my own.🫠
This comparison between the drama and the novel is definitely interesting (though I haven’t read it yet to avoid…
Hey, no worries at all—I haven’t read the novel, so you definitely know more than me on that front! I was worried that your insights might get buried in the comment section.
Thanks for clarifying. Even if I understand the anxiety, fear of uncertainty and need for control behind those novel discussions, comparisons and spoilers. It's still quite annoying😂
Crying is a natural response to extreme fear or stress, no matter how tough someone is. Expecting fighters to…
It’s not just about “finding excuses to hate.” I think the criticism comes from deeper, common misunderstandings, like expecting a “strong” fighter to be unemotional or never cry. Many people see strength in black-and-white terms—either you’re tough and never show feelings, or you’re weak if you do. Plus, crying is a natural response to fear and stress, but some don’t realize that. Media also often pushes the idea that fighters must be stoic and unbreakable, which isn’t realistic. So the issue is more about these rigid expectations than anything else.