Scarlet

Description

1-2) Scarlet
College student Akio is dating his beautiful classmate, Ryou. Unable to stand the slightest loneliness, Ryou accepts any girl who approaches him. One day, Ryou introduces Akio to a girl he is thinking of marrying which makes Akio decide to completely break it off with Ryou. Instead, a heart wrenching love story takes stage!

3-4) One Night Stand
During the day Harumi is just a normal businessman but when night comes he changes into a different person.

My Lover
Keito wonders why he is still in a relationship with the overly depressive Naoki

Type

Manga

Related Series

Koishii Akuma (Adapted From)

Associated Names

Скарлет (Russian)

スカーレット

绯红爱恋

Groups Scanlating

Blissful Sin

Latest Release(s)

v.1 c.2-5 + Extra (end) by Blissful Sin 15 years ago

v.1 c.1 by Blissful Sin 16 years ago

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Status in Country of Origin

1 Volume (Complete)

Completely Scanlated?

Yes

Anime Start/End Chapter

N/A

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User Rating

Average: 7.8 / 10.0 (426 votes)

Bayesian Average: 7.7 / 10.0

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Last Updated

April 29th, 2022 10:46pm PDT - 3 years ago

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Genre

Drama Psychological Romance School Life Slice of Life Yaoi
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Artist(s)

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Original Publisher

Gentousha

Serialized In (magazine)

Comic Magazine LYNX (Gentousha)

Licensed (in English)

English Publisher

Blu (Defunct / 1 Vol - Complete)

Activity Stats (vs. other series)

Weekly Pos #653

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Monthly Pos #1644

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3 Month Pos #3414 (No change)

6 Month Pos #4779

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Year Pos #6001

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I think I'm twisted?

by Ren91
14 years ago

Rating: 8.0 / 10.0

I liked it because it shocked me in many ways, to begin with, it caused many different comments and reactions as I can see, and for me, a graphic story, a bunch of lines on paper, if you want, that can really communicate emotions has already won half of the matter. This is the thing I like the most about manga, that it can bring real emotions as you read.

Because this is her first work (I think, or at least the first one that's been scanlated and the first one I've read by her) it was kinda experimental, and of course, we can realize since the first chapter that this mangaka has a different way of thinking, so, her work is destined to be fully appreciated by a reduced group of people. Yeah, it is a twisted manga, and the art is one of the most beautiful I've seen.

In fact, I think she realizes that she's weird, (kinda like Watanabe Asia, though she's still a special case...) but it's worth it because she managed to make (despite being based on some cliches) a manga, that was different of everything else I've read.

I'd like to point out one thing about her art, and the way she uses her expressive way of drawing to indicate implicit feelings, (I think, sometimes she leaves parts of the story for you to interpret it, as if drawing invisible words into her characters or situations)

Well, that's just my point of view, and I'm starting to think if I'm a twisted human being for liking this.

Of course it's not the manga of the decade, but still I'm sure it's worth the read.

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First chapter was enough...

by AeeDee
15 years ago

Rating: N/A

What can I say? I read the first chapter (I did browse through the second, I admit), and that was enough to make me stop reading this manga. Frankly, I'm not certain if this is a work I can enjoy. I'm the kind of person that wants a realistic story that carries real weight and believable drama. I don't like characters with an imbalanced moral compass, and I dislike rape being used as a story device to prove love. It's a cliche I grew tired of months and months ago, and frankly it's an instant turn-off.
To put it concisely, here's why I ditched this title:

In Chapter 1 the uke literally attempts to - after being knowingly unfaithful to both his partner and his mistress - murder his partner. The scene also involves rape and violence, which turns dark and dramatic. I can tolerate this, except.. The partner is a complete pushover, and even his so-called "friend" turns a blind eye tot he fact that his boyfriend TRIED TO MURDER HIM, and says something along the lines of, "Just another lover's quarrel," with a grin and persuades them to stay together. I can suspend my disbelief only so far. This title being "yaoi" does not, in my mind, serve as an excuse to condone an unstable mess of a relationship. "I love him, so it's okay". Really? Him being unfaithful at any given chance, being dependent, and potentially turning insane from his love for you is "okay"? Seriously?

I did browse Chapter 2, and despite it being a more light-hearted story, it still paints a picture of the boys being obsessive about each other. Codependent, overly self-sacrificing and rather foolish at every chance they get. "Because I love you" is the excuse for their poor decisions, but that wears pretty thin for a reader like me.

I understand the defense of "It's just fiction, guys!" for these kinds of cliches, but there's plenty of phenomenal BL titles that are realistic, and written without needing to hide behind a "but it's just yaoi..." excuse. Of course, anyone can have their own, different opinion. Obviously many fans of this book do.

If you're not as moral or "realistic" in your expectations, it's full of the typical BL elements you'd expect. Pretty art, heavy-handed emotions, obsessive personalities, drama and guys getting it on. It has a soap opera quality, in that it's sometimes romantic, sometimes funny and sometimes upsetting. It could be worth a try if you like more traditional yaoi/BL titles.

Note: Because I didn't read the whole volume, I'm not submitting a "Rating" for the sake of fairness. And it's entirely possible that the first couple is the most off-putting, so take this with a slight grain of salt.

... Last updated 15 years ago

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Ultimately a thumb's up

by louie29
15 years ago

Rating: 8.0 / 10.0

After quickly inhaling the first chapter, I wasn't sure if I'd want to continue the series because of the violence. Once I got around to checking it out again, the whole volume was available. Reading the first chapter again (slowly this time), it felt like I could appreciate what a sad, lonely, flawed guy Ryou really was. Neglected, no family to speak of, no friends except for Akio...I forgave him for the violence and melodrama, and forgave Akio for not rescuing him in in a more timely fashion. The humor in the story was more evident and appreciated in the re-read, and it felt like there definitely would be a happy ending for them.,, and all the couples. I'm glad I read this and can recommend it, but understand why a lot of people might not. Will definitely read more by this mangaka, and am glad the scanlators stuck with it.

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Wow

by gloomy_gloo
15 years ago

Rating: 9.4 / 10.0

I didn't really like Madarame Hiro's Akuma series all that much so I wasn't expecting a lot from this one, but wow...this manga blew me away. All of the relationships have such an interesting dynamic that got me hooked from the start, and each character has his own little quirk that will make you love him. The art, of course, is gorgeous as usual, but the plot is also wonderful with all of its drama and angst, and I didn't find the comedic moments too over-the-top as in the Akuma series.

Although some parts in the first story might seem unrealistic and melodramatic to some, I personally think that the way the characters' psyche and relationship were established in the story definitely made the scenario possible.

Overall, I loved all of the stories in this manga and I'll definitely recommend it. I only wish there were more to each story!

... Last updated 14 years ago

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loved it although I hate rape

by Ameonna
16 years ago

Rating: N/A

well I am not saying that I wasn't angry at Ryou for his stupid, reckless way of showing love. I seriously hate such characters who can't deal with their problems in a rational way and always messing every one's life around them. some people are considering such behavior CUTE and INNOCENT, but I don't think the same.

Yet despite all these annoying details, the story was surprisingly good. the style of artist really caught my eyes and I liked the way she was telling her story, while opening the doors to the hearts of these characters one by one. yes, Ryou is a real stupid, idiot and a number one jerk who cheats on her beloved in front of him and even lets a love rival comes to his life and hurts the man he loves with constant abusing and stalking. he is not a person who can support and cherish his beloved, he is beyond pathetic and I despise him truly but so what? this a story about twisted characters and their unusual way of loving each other and in this aspect I found it quite a good one. a story with a good plot and lovely art, even if I don't like these people and their way of dealing with their problems I still love the author's style and her story.

any way, if you can't bear watching rape, blood, murder and cheating, better stay away from this story but it will be such a waste in my opinion to miss a chance to read it.

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EWW..

by vsneagaa
13 years ago

Rating: 3.0 / 10.0

i didn't like first story cuz i think seme has personality disorder he always cry like a baby and then you saw him like 'if he doesn't mine i will kill him'' WTF so this story is really unnecessary i think cuz another stories are really cute.

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The second story was good...

by moeanao
13 years ago

Rating: N/A

No, I didn't like the first story. I don't mind reading rape scenes (I'm not saying that I like reading rape scenes, but I'm not bothered by it).

The way he raped the other was terrible. And the reason even more so. It was his own fault that he stopped seeing him and I know he's bad at saying no, but there's still a limit. And the way uke took it was just so stupid, sign of love by killing his lover? That's stupid.

Anyway, I think the second story was good enough though, I watched the steamy scenes with drama CD, and damn, it was the most intense I've seen in a while (though I've seen much more intense) So my yaoi heart was really satisfied nodnod
Though the story wasn't that good or anything, not anything new, you know. But I still enjoyed it.
I didn't like the last story either. Because I don't like unfaithful semes (or ukes). Oh well.
The art is still very good though!

... Last updated 13 years ago

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Not for every stomach

by Twayblade
13 years ago

Rating: 4.0 / 10.0

The first chapter would have worked very well as a horror story about stalking and co-dependency. It's about the relationship between a doormat and a clingy, violent, adulterous rapist. Sound charming? It's played straight from start to finish, down to the uke thinking that the seme wanting to kill him rather than break up is a sign of deep love.

The other stories were forgettable, but next to the first one that's almost a relief.

The art switches between a freaky mix between chibis and stick figures, and stylish and poetic. Even the stylish and poetic parts weren't appealing to me. I'd say the style was somewhat artsy-fartsy and not hot at all.

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I LIKE IT

by DeDe4ever
14 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

hmmm... when I read the description I told myself it seems interesting alothough its not my type. but being it was Madarame Hiro I aid what the heck. and I don't regret my descion, I found Akio's love twisted but it also touched my heart for some crazy reason. But I still felt bad for Ryou having to go through all of that. Basically what I'm trying to say is READ IT but know there are somethings that might not fit your fancy. Despite the unsettled feeling I had sometimes there was pang of pity for people who might actually have a love like this.

... Last updated 12 years ago

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WOW

by MangoLuve
14 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

I can't believe these bad ratings. This was such an excellent manga that showed the opbsession of love and what comes with it.
Even with the happy ending, those two chapters took me on a whirlwind of feelings and i was crying which is always good, right?
As for the second story, no serious attachments to it. And then the third story with Naoki i found super adorable. I always enjoy the opposites attract scenario and this one had pretty much the most perfect mix. I liked how the tables turned and by the end, it was the seme who was completely obsessed and the way it was done in a weird and funny sort of way made it cool. Also, i like how the seme didn't try to keep the uke in a depressed mode but tried to change his lover unlike other yaois where the seme prefered the uke to remain anti-social to keep them all to themselves...if that makes sense?

... Last updated 13 years ago

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