As the medium matured, several series became touchstones for discussing transgender identity:
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: Widely considered one of the most authentic portrayals of trans identity, this series follows two middle schoolers—Shuuichi Nitori, who wants to be a girl, and Yoshino Takatsuki, who wants to be a boy. It explores the complexities of puberty, dysphoria, and the social pressures of transitioning. As the medium matured, several series became touchstones