User blog comment:Njalm2/Nanja's Point of View: Shinigami Edition/@comment-2182964-20150504224449

Hmmmm, this was a good read. It's certainly given me a few things to think longer on, N, so thanks.

In terms of characterization regarding relationships and whatnot I've stuck pretty much with the "Human" approach myself when portraying romance, friendships, rivalries and what else have you in my stories, as you know yourself (you've given me plenty of advice regarding it in the past). This stems from me preferring to write things I've experienced myself, though, so I naturally lean towards the Shiniagmi being that bit "Human". Makes it easier for me to portray them.

The bit about age was particularly interesting though. It's very difficult to portray and do well when the lore itself is somewhat lacking in that regard, so kudos for those ideas. *Steals N's ideas* Don't worry, I'll reference lol. Maybe >:)

The race/occupation argument can fall on either side: there's evidence for both, after all. Myself? I lean on the occupation side, to be honest, but I can see why many have labelled Shinigami as a race. They certainly have enough going for them to stand on their as a different race altogether.

Yeah, I've gotta say, this was definitely a helpful read. Cheers N!