- Mar 23, 2019
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You aren't alone in wondering what makes HM stand out. I've also given thought to why it remains in my top 3 still. I kind of dislike spanking as a kink to be honest, yet here I am, rocking the sig for HM. I'm a pervert naturally, I grew up on classics like Revenge of the Nerds, Porky's, Zapped etc, so the hook of looking up girls skirts pulled me in. The slow build up works great in this aspect, allowing you time to enjoy the simple panty peeks before giving you 'the goods'.Epiphany Rant time!
But it has to be more than that, to be in my top 3. The story is top notch if a little 'out there' but where HM really shines is the characters personalities. Each one is well thought out and consistent. Decisions flow logically from one outcome to another. You don't have to wonder how Debbie will react to her reward, as you've come to know her and can properly anticipate how she'd react logically.
The MC being level headed, but also willing to indulge when allowed is also high tier writing for the genre. His restraint is great, but juxtaposed with his willingness to give into desire with Amy and Lucy etc really makes it stand out. I can see some of the girls changing over time. I can see a day when Debbie realizes she's Bi, for the right guy. I can see a day when Donna realizes she enjoys being treated like a peasant. I can see a day when Ruth realizes she's been overly reserved her whole life and now wants to truly live. I can see all these arcs playing out logically and doing so while remaining faithful to who they are personality wise. Far from the 'wow sex is great, it's all I want now' style of other VN 'arcs'.
Beyond all that, another reason HM stands out is the consistent quality of updates and the Dev's transparency. Us fans are never left in the dark for long and we're never left hanging for updates longer than necessary. This being a pirate site, the majority of fans here aren't actually paying anything, but that doesn't stop Alto and Herdone from chiming in and keeping us excited for more.
Should be a really exciting year!