BL Anime Genre History

What is considered to be the first BL anime?

• Earthian

• Love Stage!!

• Yuri on Ice

• Given

When did the BL anime genre start gaining popularity?

• Early 1980s

• Mid 2010s

• Early 2000s

• Late 1990s

Which BL anime is known for its unique art style and storytelling?

• Attack on Titan

• Given

• Yuri on Ice

• Naruto

What are some common themes found in BL anime?

• Romance, drama, slice of life, identity, acceptance, relationships

• Action, horror, fantasy

• Adventure, mystery, thriller

• Comedy, sports, supernatural

How has the representation of LGBTQ+ characters evolved in BL anime over the years?

• Less representation of LGBTQ+ characters in BL anime

• Stereotypical and one-dimensional portrayals of LGBTQ+ characters

• Decrease in LGBTQ+ characters in BL anime

• More authentic and diverse portrayals with a focus on well-rounded characters and relationships.

Name a BL anime that has a strong focus on supernatural elements.

• Yuri on Ice

• Attack on Titan

• Given

• My Hero Academia

What role does music play in enhancing the emotional impact of BL anime?

• Music in BL anime has no impact on emotions

• Music in BL anime enhances the emotional impact by setting the mood, intensifying emotions, and creating a deeper connection between the audience and the characters.

• Music in BL anime distracts from emotional scenes

• Music in BL anime confuses the audience

Discuss the influence of manga on the development of BL anime.

• BL anime has influenced manga instead

• The influence of manga on BL anime is insignificant

• Manga has no influence on BL anime

• Manga has influenced BL anime through source material, storytelling trends, character dynamics, and fanbase support.

How has the global audience for BL anime expanded in recent years?

• Decreased interest due to lack of diverse representation

• Limited availability on traditional television networks

• Increased accessibility through streaming platforms, growing acceptance and interest in LGBTQ+ representation, and the rise of social media communities promoting and discussing BL content.

• Decline in quality of animation and storytelling

What are some key milestones in the history of BL anime?

• Earthian (1989), Ai no Kusabi (1992), Gravitation (late 1990s), Junjou Romantica (2000s)

• Love Stage (2014), Sekaiichi Hatsukoi (2011), Yuri!!! on Ice (2016)

• Super Lovers (2016), Dakaretai Otoko 1-i ni Odosarete Imasu (2018), Given (2019)

• No. 6 (2011), Loveless (2005), Hybrid Child (2014)