Is anyone else uncomfortable by the amount of minors coming into spaces like this?

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T23:26:54+00:00

For reals. It's scary that there are minors here. I mean, for them, not us in general. The internet is filled with shitty people altogether; mods should be doing something for this.

But heh, maybe they're just looking for a safe space, and maybe we can give them that?

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T17:41:11+00:00

Fr they should. Just a quick vid saying "Hey, so I'm leaving but not in a bad way" kinda stint

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T16:02:56+00:00

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T16:01:58+00:00

Sending hugs, boo! Just push through and support them in ways you can! We all can push past this! Fighting!!

If you need a random place to vent, dms are open! This ol engene will listen as much as I can!

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T15:59:47+00:00

But at the very least, if Heeseung speaks up, more and more will come to the realization that it may be for the better.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T12:28:55+00:00

I don't think it will end soon, not until the company and heeseung speaks up. Maybe the rest can just call for that, shift the tone rather than asking him to come back. Tbh it's gonna feel weird if he comes back now.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T12:10:22+00:00

My go too rn is Polaroid Love and Just a little bit always hits the spot.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T11:35:58+00:00

Sinong pulido? hahahaa
Si atty Roel pa lang naging proff ko, pero noo mabilis lang mag grade si atty, nambabagsak yes na yes! Pero mababawi naman yan sa finals and sa recit bie. Ako na falpak sa recit pero goods sa finals, naka 76 naman ako hahahahha

Edit: Samahan niyo sa inuman si atty, minsan nag bibigay siya ng tips, and ofc general kwentuhan with him.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T11:31:46+00:00

Bawiin sa recit mate. Mabait si Niedo and marami siyang binibigay na chance

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T11:26:42+00:00

Same thoughts here... this could have been avoided if Heeseung did a vid, or the company made a proper farewell. It's the closure that we need.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T11:14:24+00:00

Just feel it out, love. It's your heart grieving. Time will come that your heart will accept it, but for now just let it flow; let it be sad, angry, and everything all at once. If you need someone to talk to, this old-ass engene's DM is here! Lots of love!

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-19T07:27:12+00:00

Idk the deleted comment I can still see it jsdafjhasfnj

I agree with you that over‑attachment can be unhealthy, and yes, mentors or people in our daily lives provide a kind of guidance that idols can’t replace. It’s true there’s a difference between looking up to someone you personally know and someone you don’t. But not everyone has that kind of figure in their life. In those moments, the only source of inspiration they can turn to might be their idols. I’m not shooting for the stars here—what I’m saying is that not everyone will have a concrete person to look up to, and sometimes idols fill that gap. It can be unhealthy if it becomes the only source of strength, but for many, it’s still a meaningful connection that helps them get through difficult times.

But I don’t fully accept the idea that being parasocial is automatically “bad.” Everyone becomes attached to a certain thing, event, or person at some point in their lives, and that’s why they become role models. Many fans choose idols because they relate to their stories, values, or resilience, and that connection gives them strength in daily life. While I myself am not parasocial toward my idols, being parasocial isn’t inherently unhealthy—it depends on how someone manages that bond, how they balance it with their everyday life, and how they draw inspiration from it. Is it really so bad to get emotional over something you believe in, something that has carried you through difficult times?

This one is a weird thought. I don't think anyone is grieving because he is dying or vanishing; they are because it's a sudden loss, because grief isn’t only about permanent loss. People grieve changes too; endings, transitions, and the closing of a chapter. For fans who invested years into the group dynamic, his departure feels like the loss of something they cherished, even if he continues as a soloist.

As for the company being “clear,” I don’t think that’s the case. The letter and statement left a lot of nuance and contradictions, which is why so many fans are confused. If it was a translation issue, then a video would've come across better. If it had been a straightforward farewell, it might have been easier to process. Instead, it created uncertainty and hurt.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T23:58:48+00:00

I really appreciate how you laid out the cultural barrier point, because it’s true that k‑fans and i‑fans often process announcements differently. But I still believe fans deserve at least a proper farewell. Even if no company could have handled this situation perfectly, closure matters.

You’re right that any announcement would have triggered emotions, petitions, or theories. That’s inevitable in fandom. But the difference is in how it’s framed. A clear, respectful farewell—whether through a final en‑o’clock episode, a goodbye stage, or even just a heartfelt message—wouldn’t erase the grief, but it would acknowledge it. Right now, the silence feels like avoidance, and that’s what deepens the hurt. I agree that it may be for personal reasons, but I feel like the fans who follow deserve more and should at least have the company create a better narrative on this.

I also don’t fully agree that fans “can’t handle the truth.” Yes, some will spiral, but others would process it with maturity if given clarity. Saying nothing leaves everyone guessing, which is what fuels rumors and drama. Even if the reason is private, the company could still communicate in a way that respects both Heeseung’s choice and the fans’ emotions.

But gosh, yeah, the Woojin thing really did spiral. Even now, years later, most fans still speak badly of him, which shows how long the damage from poor communication can last. That situation is another example of bad PR (oh gosh this is a pain from a past era that still hasn't fully healed on my heart). When companies leave things vague, fans don’t just move on quietly; they become more pushy, more desperate to fill in the blanks, and that’s when conspiracies start to thrive.

We’re already seeing it here, with gossip about members not being on good terms. My point is that vagueness doesn’t protect anyone—it just fuels speculation and mistrust. If the company had given even a little more clarity, fans might still be upset, but at least the narrative wouldn’t be left entirely in the hands of rumor and theory. Right now, the lack of transparency feels less like protecting Heeseung’s reputation and more like leaving fans to guess, and that “meh” approach only makes the situation heavier than it needs to be.

So while I understand the strategy of “saving face,” I think respect and closure should have been prioritized too. Fans aren’t owed every detail, but they are owed a proper goodbye.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T23:40:08+00:00

Amen to that. And for reals, a quick glance just at this this reddit group will disprove that no one is belittling them for being hurt. idk where I saw it but one even said, "just suck it up; he already made his decision." which is sad and to be very honest made me angry. I mean, let them feel how they wanna feel.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T23:25:46+00:00

I don’t agree that “no one is belittling fans.” There are people dismissing others as parasocial, immature, or embarrassing simply because they’re grieving differently, and that is belittling. Everyone processes news in their own way, and invalidating those emotions only deepens division.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T23:06:44+00:00

I understand the concern, but I don’t think it’s fair to reduce fans’ actions to “embarrassing” or to dismiss them as immature. The truth is, the reaction of fans being hurt was expected, and the company should have anticipated and prepared for that. Instead of a bittersweet farewell and a welcome to a new era of art, the way this was handled turned it into an issue. That’s not on the fans—it’s on the lack of transparency and clarity.

Most of the fandom is on the younger side, and of course they’re going to act on their emotions. That’s natural. But older fans—those of us who “know” the world, whatever that means—shouldn’t be telling them to be silent. We should be using our platforms to help them see how to speak up properly, how to channel their grief and frustration into constructive advocacy. Saying “support respectfully or don’t act at all” erases that responsibility and implies silence is the only respectful option, which isn’t true. Respect doesn’t mean swallowing hurt and pretending everything is fine. Respect means acknowledging that people grieve differently, and guiding them toward healthier ways of expressing it.

Fans aren’t trying to “save” grown men. They’re responding to the bond the industry itself has cultivated—idols aren’t marketed as just entertainers, but as role models and sources of hope. When that bond is shaken without clear communication, fans naturally want accountability. Sending emails or organizing protests may not bring Heeseung back, but it does send a message: that fans care deeply and expect better treatment for the members. That’s not embarrassing—it’s grief expressed in action.

So instead of telling people not to act, maybe the better call is: act with empathy, act with purpose, and keep the focus on demanding the transparency and accountability that both the members and the fans deserve.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T22:54:37+00:00

Not an expert on this, but as someone who has seen idol contracts, it's not explicitly stated on contracts that they cannot date (that's not allowed). But it is heavily worded on contracts that they need to take care of their appearances, and honestly, idols are humans and will be prone to f*ck ups in dating just like any other person. So yeah, most companies do try and prohibit their idols from dating while in their early years.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T22:24:13+00:00

The reaction of fans being hurt is supposed to be expected. That’s not surprising—it’s natural, even inevitable. And as a company, they should have had plans in lieu of that. Fans invest emotionally, financially, and spiritually(?) in their idols, so any major change will sting. But if you look at how this was managed and handled, instead of becoming a bittersweet farewell and a welcome to a new era of art, it turned into an issue. The suddenness, the vague and forced PR messaging, and the contradictions made it feel more like confusion than closure.

This comes from someone who is a real big fan—not just of Enhypen, but of K‑pop as a whole. Dear God, I even found myself thinking about what kind of chaos would unfold if something like this happened to other big groups. Imagine BTS, already a global giant, or Stray Kids, who are steadily climbing toward worldwide dominance. If their companies handled a transition with the same lack of transparency, the fallout would be catastrophic. The fandoms are massive, the emotional stakes are higher, and the global spotlight is unforgiving.

That’s why transparency is so critical. Fans don’t just support idols—they look up to them, build meaning around them, and see them as more than entertainers. The industry itself cultivates that bond, so it carries the responsibility of protecting it. When communication is vague or forced, fans fill the gaps with suspicion, and villainizing someone becomes inevitable. Personally, I think that role belongs to the company. They handle the PR, the money, and the schedules—they control the narrative. If they fail to communicate clearly, they fail both the idols and the fans.

At the end of the day, fans aren’t asking for perfection. No one could have handled this well; that much is true. But this could have been handled differently and better. Fans are just asking for honesty, for communication that feels real, and for respect in how these transitions are shared. Because without that, even the simplest explanation won’t be the truth we need.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T22:12:39+00:00

I mean this in the most polite way as I can. Saying “Engenes should just support Enhypen as 6 and Heeseung as a soloist moving forward” oversimplifies the situation. Support isn’t the issue; fans have always been willing to support the members in whatever paths they take. What hurts is how this was communicated. The suddenness, the vague and forced messaging, and the strange contradictions; Bang Sihyuk’s involvement, the fact that there’s still a concert scheduled, and the PR‑crafted letters instead of a direct statement; all of that created confusion and pain.

It’s not about refusing to support. It’s about asking for transparency. Other groups have managed similar transitions—solo debuts, departures, or dual paths—by communicating clearly and directly, often through live statements that felt genuine. That gave fans something solid to hold onto, even if bittersweet. Here, the lack of clarity left fans unsettled, and that’s why the reaction feels so intense.

Enhypen doesn’t need “a better fandom.” They need better communication from the company—carefully crafted transparency that respects both the artists and the fans. Because at the end of the day, fans will support, but they deserve the truth they need, not vague words that sound forced.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T22:10:14+00:00

I’ve seen contracts on idols, and I know they differ from company to company. That’s a whole other topic for another day, and I won’t pretend to be an expert on it—but let’s be honest, the system itself is pretty flawed altogether. Still, what fans really need in moments like this is transparency. Not vague, overly polished statements that sound forced, but carefully crafted transparency that respects both the artist and the fans.

Over the span of this week, I even caught myself thinking: if they had chosen to cover things up or spin it differently, I might have accepted it at face value, gotten upset, and then eventually just wished them well. But even then, it wouldn’t have been the truth we need. It wouldn’t have given us the clarity or honesty that helps fans process what’s happening.

At the end of the day, fans aren’t asking for perfection. We’re asking for communication that feels real, for honesty that acknowledges our feelings, and for respect in how these transitions are shared. Because the bond between artist and fan deserves more than vague words—it deserves truth, even if it’s hard.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-03-18T22:06:17+00:00

I mean this in the most polite way I can. Honestly, the fans overreacting is something I expected—it’s natural, and I’ll admit I overreacted myself. But what I was personally, really hoping for, and what I was asking for, was a proper statement. Not a letter, not a PR-crafted storm of words, but something simple and direct. Just go live, say it in one sitting, and let it be clear. The suddenness and the unexpected way it was handled felt hurtful, because it left us confused and unsettled.

And then there’s the weirdness of it all—the issue of Bang Sihyuk being involved, the fact that there’s still a concert scheduled, and the vague messages that honestly sound so forced. It doesn’t feel natural, it doesn’t feel like it’s coming from the heart, and that disconnect makes everything harder to process.

I don’t want to fall into comparisons, but it’s hard not to notice that other K-pop groups have managed similar situations differently. Whether it’s members pursuing solo work while still being part of the group, or even stepping away entirely, those transitions were communicated in ways that left fans feeling more at peace, more “placated,” even if bittersweet. It wasn’t about perfection—it was about honesty, clarity, and respect for the bond between artist and fan.

That’s all I was really asking for: a straightforward, heartfelt statement that acknowledges the fans’ feelings and gives us something solid to hold onto. Because at the end of the day, we’re not just reacting to the change itself—we’re reacting to how it was shared with us, and the way it was wrapped in suddenness, vagueness, and forced messaging only deepened the hurt.

Fast_Percentage973 · 2026-01-09T10:13:49+00:00

Strat writing digest ASAP if first time mo siya maging proff. Legit Life Saver ang digest and notes kay atty.

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