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Narasaki only wanted a place where he could sit and read books in peace, but was blackmailed by his teacher into supervising a delinquent called Terashima while working at the school library.
As they spend their days in silent but close proximity, they begin to feel drawn to each other. And then...
Narasaki only wanted a place where he could sit and read books in peace, but was blackmailed by his teacher into supervising a delinquent called Terashima while working at the school library.
As they spend their days in silent but close proximity, they begin to feel drawn to each other. And then...
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Related Series
Blue Sky Complex Bangaihen Indigo Blue no Gradation (Side Story)
Blue Sky Complex dj - Indigo Blue's Gradation (Side Story)
Blue Sky Complex dj - Indigo Blue's Gradation (Side Story)
Associated Names
Бескрайнее синее небо
ブルースカイコンプレックス
湛蓝色的爱恋
湛藍色的愛戀
블루스카이 콤플렉스
ブルースカイコンプレックス
湛蓝色的爱恋
湛藍色的愛戀
블루스카이 콤플렉스
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v.5 c.22 by Get Naughty Scans over 3 years ago
v.4 c.Extra by Get Naughty Scans over 3 years ago
v.4 c.21 by Get Naughty Scans over 4 years ago
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v.4 c.Extra by Get Naughty Scans over 3 years ago
v.4 c.21 by Get Naughty Scans over 4 years ago
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9 Volumes (Ongoing)
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Year
2013
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English Publisher
Futekiya (8 Vol - Ongoing; digital)
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I love everything about this story. It became one of my all-time favourite with just one read (and, of course, I have re-read all the released chapters a couple of times too).
There are not many stories like this one in yaoi. This one is so well constructed it deserves more than yaoi readers, it should be read by anyone who wants a story worth of reading.
Ichikawa sensei has mastered her ability to write characters and credible plots to a point that has got me amazed. Blue Sky Complex is a story with a high grade of realism; I can actually believe something like Narasaki and Terashima's relationship could happen in real life. This manga is a delicate piece of art, Ichikawa sensei's masterpiece.
It has a realistic pace, well-written characters, and situations. Even the ero scenes in this manga are incredibly well written; Ichikawa sensei approached sex in such a mature, tender and credible way that makes the reader experience that sweet feeling of being in the search of a pure love. I can feel the kind of love Narasaki and Terashima harbor for each other, and it's amazing how warm and honest it is. They have stolen my heart completely.
But, how is that Ichikawa sensei managed to achieve this? They key are her characters, and of course, their particular ways to see the world. After all, Ichikawa sensei is really good when it comes about POVs.
Narasaki and Terashima seem to be really different from each other, but they have more in common than they think. The former is a good student, and the latter is a bit troublesome, and both of them enjoy spending time in quiet peaceful places, so what better place than the library to make these two closer? After being asked by a teacher to work as library receptionists, they start sharing some time in the kind of atmosphere they like and getting to know each other.
Spoilers start here. I refer to the story a lot and make some comments, so proceed only if you have already read, at least, the first volume.
... Last updated on December 20th, 2017, 9:00am
There are not many stories like this one in yaoi. This one is so well constructed it deserves more than yaoi readers, it should be read by anyone who wants a story worth of reading.
Ichikawa sensei has mastered her ability to write characters and credible plots to a point that has got me amazed. Blue Sky Complex is a story with a high grade of realism; I can actually believe something like Narasaki and Terashima's relationship could happen in real life. This manga is a delicate piece of art, Ichikawa sensei's masterpiece.
It has a realistic pace, well-written characters, and situations. Even the ero scenes in this manga are incredibly well written; Ichikawa sensei approached sex in such a mature, tender and credible way that makes the reader experience that sweet feeling of being in the search of a pure love. I can feel the kind of love Narasaki and Terashima harbor for each other, and it's amazing how warm and honest it is. They have stolen my heart completely.
But, how is that Ichikawa sensei managed to achieve this? They key are her characters, and of course, their particular ways to see the world. After all, Ichikawa sensei is really good when it comes about POVs.
Narasaki and Terashima seem to be really different from each other, but they have more in common than they think. The former is a good student, and the latter is a bit troublesome, and both of them enjoy spending time in quiet peaceful places, so what better place than the library to make these two closer? After being asked by a teacher to work as library receptionists, they start sharing some time in the kind of atmosphere they like and getting to know each other.
Spoilers start here. I refer to the story a lot and make some comments, so proceed only if you have already read, at least, the first volume.
Spoiler (mouse over to view)
The story starts with Narasaki's POV, letting the reader know his impressions of Terashima. Narasaki doesn't understand him since he's so silent and acts indifferently, but thinks Terashima is an interesting guy based on what he reads, and there's something more just than his book preferences. Days pass by, and Terashima asks Narasaki some help with his studies, and also asks him for a reward if he gets better grades. Narasaki agrees, and tells him that he only has 300 yen and has to think in something that can be bought with that amount. Terashima accepts the deal.
Day after day after Narasaki finds himself thinking more and more in Terashima, and waiting for that brief time they share in the library before leaving school.
The way Narasaki is dragged to Terashima is so natural that the reader can infer easily that he's starting to like him in a romantic way, and is cute to see how Narasaki doesn't understand why he is thinking so much in this guy. Oh, that's it! The reader gets it: Narasaki has never been in love before.
Summer break arrives and their responsibilities as receptionists end, and they won't be doing the same job once they return to school. Narasaki keeps thinking in Terashima, in how nice was spending time with him, and in how great was finding someone to talk his interests and have a random talk.
Narasaki misses him, he enjoys being with him; he had a reason to like school, a reason to not to be bored anymore. Oh, but it's summer break! And he's bored in his home without anything fun to do!
Having nothing at home, he goes for a walk and buy something for his brothers. In his way, he meets Terashima, who was walking around to buy ice cream.
Narasaki feels happy. He didn't expect that meeting. The feels! Doesn't everybody feels like time stop and everything is more interesting when that one person you have been thinking about appears? Ichikawa sensei made a good move here because it's only obvious to the reader while Narasaki, being a dense character isn't even able to put into words all that. His very first time in the love department.
After sharing a short talk, Terashima asks Narasaki for the promised reward. Narasaki reminds him that he only has 300 yen, but Terashima tells him that the reward he wants won't cost anything. Narasaki is suddenly kissed by him. And in many other occasions after that, Terashima kisses him again.
He doesn't get why Terashima does it, but Narasaki starts to think he might be in love with him.
What is nice about Blue Sky Complex, is that Ichikawa sensei, as she has done in previous stories, once again plays with her character's POVs, and let us know the counterpart of Narasaki: Terashima, who is also a really well written character.
Under Terashima's POV, we learn that he realized that he was gay during middle school, and just to confirm it he accepts going out with a girl from another class. We also learn that he had his eyes put on Narasaki even before they met: Terashima was attracted to his gaze and looks; he was so interested in him that he started to get early to school just to see him.
So, Terashima does know he's in the love department, he's faster understanding himself than Narasaki, and that side of him makes the reader wants to know more about his thoughts and reason to act the way he does. Oh, man! This character is a total mystery during the first chapters, and damn! Ichikawa sensei has played a really good move with him! Why did he act so indifferent when he was with Narasaki at the beginning if he liked him before they met? I bet all readers were starving for this when reading it for the first time.
After being asked to be a library receptionist as a punishment because of his behavior, Terashima finds himself sitting next to Narasaki without having never imagined that he was going to have the opportunity to share some time with his crush. In this very part of the story the POVs collide, and the reader can know what was happening in Terashima's mind while Narasaki was starting to have an interest in him. Under that cool and mysterious facade, Narasaki saw every day, a really excited Terashima was hidden; his heartbeats were a total mess.
So that's the reason! Terashima was so nervous, and he, perhaps, expected Narasaki to start a conversation? It's really fun that they were asking themselves why the other was so silent at the same time. Terashima is afraid of having his feelings noticed by Narasaki because they're so strong and have grown since they met, but at the same time, he wants to be noticed by him. Terashima thinks Narasaki is a bit cold and strict, but he's also warm and has a complex way to see things, a divergent one compared to the people who usually surround him.
Finally, Terashima is who ends starting a conversation with Narasaki. And then the distance between becomes shorter.
He kisses him during the summer, and he does again and again in other opportunities until Narasaki realizes that he's in love with him, and a beautiful romance blooms.
I don't know if this exactly expresses all my thoughts on this masterpiece, but I tried. All I know is that I knew I discovered a good reading when I finished the second chapter.
Day after day after Narasaki finds himself thinking more and more in Terashima, and waiting for that brief time they share in the library before leaving school.
The way Narasaki is dragged to Terashima is so natural that the reader can infer easily that he's starting to like him in a romantic way, and is cute to see how Narasaki doesn't understand why he is thinking so much in this guy. Oh, that's it! The reader gets it: Narasaki has never been in love before.
Summer break arrives and their responsibilities as receptionists end, and they won't be doing the same job once they return to school. Narasaki keeps thinking in Terashima, in how nice was spending time with him, and in how great was finding someone to talk his interests and have a random talk.
Narasaki misses him, he enjoys being with him; he had a reason to like school, a reason to not to be bored anymore. Oh, but it's summer break! And he's bored in his home without anything fun to do!
Having nothing at home, he goes for a walk and buy something for his brothers. In his way, he meets Terashima, who was walking around to buy ice cream.
Narasaki feels happy. He didn't expect that meeting. The feels! Doesn't everybody feels like time stop and everything is more interesting when that one person you have been thinking about appears? Ichikawa sensei made a good move here because it's only obvious to the reader while Narasaki, being a dense character isn't even able to put into words all that. His very first time in the love department.
After sharing a short talk, Terashima asks Narasaki for the promised reward. Narasaki reminds him that he only has 300 yen, but Terashima tells him that the reward he wants won't cost anything. Narasaki is suddenly kissed by him. And in many other occasions after that, Terashima kisses him again.
He doesn't get why Terashima does it, but Narasaki starts to think he might be in love with him.
What is nice about Blue Sky Complex, is that Ichikawa sensei, as she has done in previous stories, once again plays with her character's POVs, and let us know the counterpart of Narasaki: Terashima, who is also a really well written character.
Under Terashima's POV, we learn that he realized that he was gay during middle school, and just to confirm it he accepts going out with a girl from another class. We also learn that he had his eyes put on Narasaki even before they met: Terashima was attracted to his gaze and looks; he was so interested in him that he started to get early to school just to see him.
So, Terashima does know he's in the love department, he's faster understanding himself than Narasaki, and that side of him makes the reader wants to know more about his thoughts and reason to act the way he does. Oh, man! This character is a total mystery during the first chapters, and damn! Ichikawa sensei has played a really good move with him! Why did he act so indifferent when he was with Narasaki at the beginning if he liked him before they met? I bet all readers were starving for this when reading it for the first time.
After being asked to be a library receptionist as a punishment because of his behavior, Terashima finds himself sitting next to Narasaki without having never imagined that he was going to have the opportunity to share some time with his crush. In this very part of the story the POVs collide, and the reader can know what was happening in Terashima's mind while Narasaki was starting to have an interest in him. Under that cool and mysterious facade, Narasaki saw every day, a really excited Terashima was hidden; his heartbeats were a total mess.
So that's the reason! Terashima was so nervous, and he, perhaps, expected Narasaki to start a conversation? It's really fun that they were asking themselves why the other was so silent at the same time. Terashima is afraid of having his feelings noticed by Narasaki because they're so strong and have grown since they met, but at the same time, he wants to be noticed by him. Terashima thinks Narasaki is a bit cold and strict, but he's also warm and has a complex way to see things, a divergent one compared to the people who usually surround him.
Finally, Terashima is who ends starting a conversation with Narasaki. And then the distance between becomes shorter.
He kisses him during the summer, and he does again and again in other opportunities until Narasaki realizes that he's in love with him, and a beautiful romance blooms.
I don't know if this exactly expresses all my thoughts on this masterpiece, but I tried. All I know is that I knew I discovered a good reading when I finished the second chapter.
... Last updated on December 20th, 2017, 9:00am
A perfect example of a manga that uses one of the most cliche tropes (honor-ish student x delinquent) but develops it in a very unconventional way. There's a subtle development in their relationship that feels so natural and humane. Their interactions are casual at times, but you'll notice how there's affections laced in their actions and way of words as they grow closer to each other. I love how their first sexual experience together was depicted as awkward, it felt organic that way. They went through so much first times and feelings that were at first alien to them (such as jealousy and insecurities), and navigate through the ups and downs of their relationship. However, it's not like their relationship will be completely conflict-free once they've grown. The conflict and inner demons are still there, but they handle them in a more mature approach as they have applied what they've experienced during the earlier phases of their relationship.
Also, if you notice... you almost never see them professing "I love you"s to each other. Expressing love thru verbal means is equally important, for as for Chika and Natsuki, you can definitely f e e l their love through how they act with each other. These subtle things are what make me want to reread the manga for the nth time in order to identify these subtle details and muse over them.
I also love how the development in BSC is not limited to the MCs alone. Their growth definitely affects people around them (you can see this especially from one of their friends, which will be highlighted in the fifth volume). There are also some crucial issues that will be present in this manga, but the author approaches it in a very delicate way so those issues would not feel too 'sudden' or 'out of place'. Overall, this is a very well written manga that I will continue enjoying as I get older and older... Watching over all the characters in BSC really gives me joy.
Also, if you notice... you almost never see them professing "I love you"s to each other. Expressing love thru verbal means is equally important, for as for Chika and Natsuki, you can definitely f e e l their love through how they act with each other. These subtle things are what make me want to reread the manga for the nth time in order to identify these subtle details and muse over them.
I also love how the development in BSC is not limited to the MCs alone. Their growth definitely affects people around them (you can see this especially from one of their friends, which will be highlighted in the fifth volume). There are also some crucial issues that will be present in this manga, but the author approaches it in a very delicate way so those issues would not feel too 'sudden' or 'out of place'. Overall, this is a very well written manga that I will continue enjoying as I get older and older... Watching over all the characters in BSC really gives me joy.
So, a yaoi/bl story that starts from friendship with good chemistry is always my fave. What's even better if it's slow, pure, soft, with eerie feeling and enough white space, allowing the reader some peek to each of the character's reflection for themselves.
Ichikawa Kei's manga is always like that, and that hits my soft spot greatly. The plot was slow, but, if you are looking for a love story that is realistic, gives you butterflies in your stomach, and sometimes stupid but sweet, this will fill your heart with pleasure. I just read the last chapter and God now I'm having a hangover over this. Terashima and Narasaki is such best friend and a great pair or lover.
Ichikawa Kei's manga is always like that, and that hits my soft spot greatly. The plot was slow, but, if you are looking for a love story that is realistic, gives you butterflies in your stomach, and sometimes stupid but sweet, this will fill your heart with pleasure. I just read the last chapter and God now I'm having a hangover over this. Terashima and Narasaki is such best friend and a great pair or lover.
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this is now one of the mangas i pray every night to be updated as swiftly as possible. lol.
i love how the mangaka presents a setting that is slice of life and everyday while making the tension between the two mains deliciously mysterious and alluring. narasaki and terashima are just your everyday normal dudes, but when put together the chemistry is just wow. ichikawa-san, you have a gift for this.
edit: after finishing this story im slightly disappointed in how the ending was a bit weak and how the drama in the story was made by weird misunderstandings, but those are still just slight bumps in this great manga. i hear the story will be continued and i look forward to it! just please, no more misunderstandings sensei. this isn't shoujo manga lol.
... Last updated on September 22nd, 2017, 10:03pm
this is now one of the mangas i pray every night to be updated as swiftly as possible. lol.
i love how the mangaka presents a setting that is slice of life and everyday while making the tension between the two mains deliciously mysterious and alluring. narasaki and terashima are just your everyday normal dudes, but when put together the chemistry is just wow. ichikawa-san, you have a gift for this.
edit: after finishing this story im slightly disappointed in how the ending was a bit weak and how the drama in the story was made by weird misunderstandings, but those are still just slight bumps in this great manga. i hear the story will be continued and i look forward to it! just please, no more misunderstandings sensei. this isn't shoujo manga lol.
... Last updated on September 22nd, 2017, 10:03pm
Read up to ch 5 now. The story is really cute and I like how both perspectives are shown. In ways, I like this more than Slow Starter, which I read first. The art is better (more polished?). The dynamics between the two characters are more interesting imo. The characters change more here. However, both stories have a nice slow pace that I enjoy. Don't read this if you're looking for smut.
I'm always looking for fluffy stories with character development and slow romance, and it's hard to find good ones after reading BL for so long, but this one doesn't disappoint.
[EDIT]: I just finished reading the last chapter. I'm amazed that I kept chuckling, even at the very end. Usually, endings in BL leave me dissatisfied, but not this one. It's a pretty befitting end for these two lol.
... Last updated on January 5th, 2015, 1:52am
I'm always looking for fluffy stories with character development and slow romance, and it's hard to find good ones after reading BL for so long, but this one doesn't disappoint.
[EDIT]: I just finished reading the last chapter. I'm amazed that I kept chuckling, even at the very end. Usually, endings in BL leave me dissatisfied, but not this one. It's a pretty befitting end for these two lol.
... Last updated on January 5th, 2015, 1:52am
Another promising work by Ichikawa-sensei that I am absolutely in love with. It has the scent of summer and the sound of cicadas on its background. The art, as expected from sensei, does not fall short of the genre: in one single glance there's more intimacy, expectation and buildup than in all the inner monologues of the world. It's also more detailed (or rather, less sketchy) than Slow Starter but in a very "grown-up way". It retains its character and energy. Oh, I just love this artist so much! Moi-xRyu are doing a great job with the scanlation too. Can't wait to read more.
P.S: Is there a way to change the status? As far as I know there's already two chapters out.
... Last updated on May 11th, 2014, 4:06pm
P.S: Is there a way to change the status? As far as I know there's already two chapters out.
... Last updated on May 11th, 2014, 4:06pm
This is one of the best shounen-ai's I have ever read, and I'm usually pretty picky since if there isn't any yaoi I want an awesome plot. This manga definitely exceeded my expectations. There's no unnecessary love triangles, non-con, or a rushed love, which is unfortunately all too common in the BL world. The art's great and the plot is nicely paced with likeable characters and wrapped up quite nicely, what more could you ask for?
Ichikawa Kei is a master character writer, and Blue Sky Complex does not disappoint. Narasaki and Terashima feel like real people and they actually build a relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. Their misunderstandings are realistic and solved with the power of communication which is pretty amazing. Highly recommended, it's a really enjoyable read!
Too cute it hurts my soul.
The subtle romance is killing me! I usually don't care for kuudere-like types, but to see them get under each other's skin is so satisfying~ <3 All my favourite fictional couples are high-strung and in intense types of relationships. This is the exact opposite, and it's really nice too.
It uses subtle tropes I've never encountered in BL manga before to build the relationship. I thought it would be a bit boring, but it's actually awfully cute.
Certain scenes have me practically screaming my head off and banging into the wall, haha...
The characters are really different, and the atmosphere and tone are realistic and soothing.
There is one problem, of course. One that's rather ubiquitous in BL manga.
An essential read for both BL connoisseurs and amateur appreciators.
The subtle romance is killing me! I usually don't care for kuudere-like types, but to see them get under each other's skin is so satisfying~ <3 All my favourite fictional couples are high-strung and in intense types of relationships. This is the exact opposite, and it's really nice too.
It uses subtle tropes I've never encountered in BL manga before to build the relationship. I thought it would be a bit boring, but it's actually awfully cute.
Spoiler (mouse over to view)
Also, the tachi character looking up how to gay sex on his phone right before doing it... AHAHAHAHA /beats the wall
Certain scenes have me practically screaming my head off and banging into the wall, haha...
The characters are really different, and the atmosphere and tone are realistic and soothing.
There is one problem, of course. One that's rather ubiquitous in BL manga.
Spoiler (mouse over to view)
Dammit tachi-san, if the neko tells you to stop, stop. D< Sigh... at least it was realistic.
An essential read for both BL connoisseurs and amateur appreciators.
I have been reading yaoi for 15 years now, and this is such a breath of fresh air. So many stupid tropes avoided, so many genuine romantic moments. I love the occasional awkward moment that you really do have to work out in relationships, and how just when you thought a character might fall into a flat stereotype they become three dimensional and full of life -- greatly aided by switching pov every few chapters. My only complaint is why maintain the "friendship" with the creepy potential rapist older guy? Better to confide in nobody if he's the only option! But all the same, that's a minor niggle as no rape happens and it's not played for drama/hurtcomfort/whatever. Cannot wait for subsequent chapters. Also, I find the art really stunning -- especially some of the facial expressions.
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