Boys Will Be Boys!

Snow Shirayuki was born as a prince, but the laws of his kingdom held that only women could inherit the throne. As such, he was raised as a princess so he could become the next queen. He’s plainly referred to as an otokonoko in the game, but almost everyone views him as a proper princess because he’s so convincing in the role. I can’t tell the difference even though I’m totally straight (lol). There’s nothing masculine about his slender body, after all, and he enjoys girly activities like knitting. He’s more beautiful than any of the girls in the kingdom, too, and this makes him the target of his stepmother. (Snow Shirayuki is basically Snow White with a dick.) The English servers for Quiz RPG were only active for four years, but Snow Shirayuki still left an impression. It just goes to show: Mobile games are temporary, but femboys are forever.

Ensemble Stars! and its sequel revolve around idol training courses that are designed specifically for male candidates. Nearly everyone on the roster could be classified as a pretty boy, but Hajime Shino is the most feminine character in the series by far – including the female protagonists! He’s a gentle, soft-spoken, and sensitive boy who finds comfort in teas and sachets. Hajime is rather shy and easily worried, but he always wears a smile when he’s singing or dancing. Although he doesn’t like being mistaken for a girl, he lands a ton of gigs on account of his feminine appearance. Hajime’s popularity continues to grow in lockstep with his beauty, and even the boys make note of how cute he is becoming. I’m totally straight (lol), but I’m mesmerized by his delicate performances. He’s the type of boy who can make your heart a skip a beat.

Sega’s Chunithm franchise has virtually no presence in the West, but the stylish rhythm games have had a huge impact on the Japanese arcade scene. Although the music is the main focus of the series, most of the tracks are linked with unique characters. Kotaro Yatagarasu’s guitar riffs will get the adrenaline pumping, and his outfits will likely inspire a different kind of pumping! His fashion sense straddles the line between rockstar and pornstar, and I’m beguiled by his thigh-high stockings and dangerously short skirts. His long pink hair further emphasizes his femininity, and his skimpy outfits accentuate his curves (or lack thereof). If it wasn’t for his salacious bulge, I’d assume he was just a petite young woman with a delicious flat chest! I’m totally straight (lol), and even I understand why he’s recognized as an Angel of Comfort.

Luka Urushibara (“Ruka” in some translations) is a beautiful boy who is sensitive and emotional. He’s described as being “more girly than any girl, more feminine than any female.” This description is on point. He dresses like a girl, his friends give him feminine nicknames, and his appearance gets a ton of attention from horny men. Luka would grab my attention too, and I’m totally straight (lol). His femininity is likely a biproduct of his upbringing, as his father required him to work as a shrine maiden to support the family business. He’s still too timid to fully embrace his feminine side, however. One of his friends tries to coerce him into wearing female cosplay outfits, but he’s too shy to take the plunge. Although he constantly corrects people when they mistake him for a chick, he’s naturally drawn to girlish activities like cooking. He also loves cock!

Mahjong solitaire isn’t especially interesting, but anything can be enticing if you surround it with crossdressing pretty boys! The Otoko Cross series strikes a delicate balance between wholesome fun and lewd excitement, and Quincy represents both sides of this equation. I appreciate his playful personality, but there are about a dozen inches reasons why he’s on this list. The games feature daring outfits ranging from maid costumes to string bikinis, and we get to see the entire cast in various stages of undress. Quincy looks cute in his default cowboy attire, but his birthday suit is his most impressive outfit! None of the boys have anything to be ashamed of, but Quincy is an absolute beast. When fully aroused, his package is longer than his forearm and wider than his neck! I’m totally straight (lol), but all I can say is ride ’em cowboy!

Japanese idol culture is largely focused on teenage girls, so it only makes sense that the majority of the performers in The iDOLM@STER would be chicks. Although Saki Mizushima is a part of an all-male talent agency, he’s just as pretty as his female counterparts. Before he set out to become a popstar, Saki worked in a maid café where he embraced his true self through crossdressing. He loves wearing cute outfits, and his makeup techniques are so convincing that his own family doesn’t recognize him! This allows him to keep his idol career a secret, and it lets him live his ideal life without fear of judgment. Saki is a natural performer who commands my attention even though I’m totally straight (lol). It’s hard to take your eyes off of him when he’s on stage. I’m glad he found a place where he belongs, and I’m thankful for all of his sexy outfits.

The Fire Emblem series has never been afraid to break gender norms. Forrest intentionally embraces his feminine side and Lucius is often mistaken for a woman, but Rosado is an eternally cheerful femboy icon! The royal knight has an affinity for cute things, and he pursues beauty in all of its forms. He longs for a future where people will embrace their differences, and his unbridled optimism is the byproduct of a supportive upbringing. Androgyny was commonplace in his hometown, so he never faced prejudice for his delicate appearance. Apparently there are a lot of boys from his village that look like him! Rosado wears frilly skirts and other outfits designed for female knights, and he has no reservations about his girly appearance. I’m totally straight (lol), but I Rosado’s stunning smile could stop me where I stand.

Aino Nozomi is an anti-demon ninja known as a Taimanin who monitors dignitaries from the demon world. He lacks the explosive power of some of his colleagues, but he has a more powerful tool at his disposal since he finds a way to weaponize cuteness! Nozomi initially began dressing up like a girl to prank his friends, but everyone started falling in love with him as a result. He loved the attention he received, so he continued to embrace his feminine side without hiding the fact that he was a dude. He earned even more fans after he joined a rhythmic gymnastics club, and his weapon-handling skills improved while he was practicing with ribbons. His crossdressing antics help with his infiltration missions, and his willingness to get railed by men emboldens his efforts. I’m totally straight (lol), but I’d be happy to be the target of one if his investigations.

The fantasy world of Teyvat is filled with pretty boys who exude femininity, and this is certainly true of Venti. The mysterious bard looks like he was sent to us from twink heaven! His cute outfits and girlish braids are adorable, and he can light up a room with his beautiful smile. He looks great in his trademark tights, and his angelic archon outfit is even sexier. I love the way it accentuates his flawless skin and delicate body. (He may as well be wearing lingerie!) Whether he’s playing pranks on his friends or losing his mind on vintage wine, it’s hard not to be drawn in by Venti’s playful personality. In 2021, China’s national broadcaster announced their intent to crack down on “sissy” men in an effort to promote traditional Chinese culture. These guidelines obviously didn’t apply to Venti, and I’m grateful for that even though I’m totally straight (lol).

Fate/Grand Order has a diverse cast of anime waifus, but Astolfo stands out from the crowd. The twelfth paladin of Charlemagne is clearly in touch with his feminine side, and this is evident by his midriff-baring skirts and knee-high socks. Astolfo is said to be “beautiful beyond compare,” but his femininity extends beyond his pink hair and frilly outfits. He talks like a chick too, and he even has a female voice actress. Astolfo would have made this list based on sex appeal alone, but the fandom surrounding him elevates him even further. He’s the darling of the Rule 34 community and a favorite among crossplayers. Thanks to the remarkable contributions of his fans, it’s generally accepted that Astolfo is packing a monster between his legs. I’m totally straight (lol), but I’d love to find out if the legends are true.