What do you value more in otome: the plot or the romance?

[LapisWhale]

Both, though if I really have to choose, I'd go with the plot, I only lean toward romance when I want to turn my brain off =))) But honestly, a nice mix of both is the best. The plot doesn't even need to be overly complex; it just needs decent logic and not to be absolute nonsense. Besides, if a good plot lacks romance, I can always use my own imagination =))) but if the plot is too trashy, I wouldn't even bother reading a single word.

 

[LivEnblem]

I believe that when the story plot is good, the romance elements also benefit from a synergistic effect.
Honestly, since I think most production companies do a decent enough job with the romance aspect, I feel the story is what really draws me in and makes feel immersed.

 

[Yuhiru]

I like balance, but tbh i prefer story over romance any time. Having too many romance element inside the story is making me bored by it quickly. I choose plot due to their relationship buildup (slow burn romance) and stuff combining with the conflict or mystery inside the games.

 

[haiane]

Both are essential for me, but if I had to favour one over the other it would be plot over romance. Of course, not to the point where romance gets nearly abandoned, max to 35:65 (romance:plot).

 

[Nihilistic]

In an Otome game? Romance with substance, it doesn't have to be an amazingly complicated plot but it must have some sort of story or dynamic to draw me in.

 

[hashihim3]

Mostly the plot, if the plot doesn't intrigue me then I won't end up playing, I still like the romance parts a lot though so it's really just a balance of both. Most people have said that though so T_T

 

[Cinnamonrolls]

Definitely the plot

 

[mellowmachi]

After Wakudeki, I've come to realize that sometimes the romance matters more for me to be very honest.....when executed well. I treat Otome like a Shoujo Manga basically, so seeing how the relationship progress was the ultimate payoff for me.....I feel like sometimes a game with heavier, denser plot bit more than they can chew and the romance part was set aside/undercooked/underdeveloped and it can felt disappointing & underwhelming for me. Of course it all comes down to personal preferences in the end, but I prefer a smaller cast with more of a character-driven drama and all the emotional turmoil ^ ^