Talk:Tooru Mutsuki/@comment-78.35.162.161-20150118160727/@comment-10733658-20150118185923

I never said Ishida does, so please do not put words in my mouth. I simply mentioned that I think a particular plot/character device is basically a Dead Horse that feels incredibly lazy as a result. Ishida has done some incredible work in terms of exploring the psychology of his characters, including some very dark subject matter. I just personally think of the two possible options for Mutsuki, one is a more compelling narrative.

Honestly, the "abused girl pretends to be a dude" narrative is one I not only find boring, but kind of offensive. Because it is too often used as a bait-and-switch for marginalized and under-represented groups, as well as fueling negative stereotypes used against people in real life.

I just hope that Ishida isn't going to simply bait fans, but fall back on such an over-used and harmful cliche.