“A Thousand Years of Love, Is It Possible?”… The ‘DARK MOON’ Webtoon Syndrome Sweeps Human Society

Human society is currently enamored with a romantic fantasy that reflects the lives of vampires. At the center of this craze is the webtoon ‘DARK MOON.’ It is gaining overwhelming popularity among humans, reaching the status of a full-blown social phenomenon.

From ‘Tedious Immortality’ to ‘Heart-Wrenching Narrative’: A Stark Contrast in Values

For vampires, a thousand years is often a tedious routine to endure or, at times, a painful repetition. However, for humans with finite lives, the ‘immortality’ of vampires is consumed as the most enchanting romantic trope.

Culture critic Mr. A analyzed, “Because humans live short lives averaging 80 years, they feel a powerful catharsis in the narrative of a vampire’s single-minded devotion spanning a millennium. For them, immortality is interpreted not as a burden, but as the ultimate tool for perfecting love.”

From Class Assignments to Academic Papers: Humans Deeply Immersed

The ‘DARK MOON’ syndrome has expanded beyond mere content consumption into the academic realm. In universities, reports themed around ‘DARK MOON’ are pouring in, and some specialized academic papers have even emerged.

Interestingly, this fever is spreading within the vampire community as well. Mr. S, a 220-year-old vampire who requested anonymity, praised the work in an interview with this paper: “At first, I watched it thinking it was just another absurd human imagination. However, I found myself momentarily captivated by how realistic and beautiful the story was. The narrative is sophisticated enough to make even us rediscover the value of immortality that we had long forgotten.” While some point out that it slightly glamorizes actual vampire life, the consensus is that the underlying emotional depth resonates deeply across species.

Animation Production and Theatrical Pre-release: “Shall We Watch Among the Humans?”

Building on this popularity, ‘DARK MOON’ recently confirmed its animation production and announced a special theatrical pre-release ahead of its official launch. Industry insiders view this screening as a decisive moment to witness the sheer power of the fandom.

Notably, an increasing number of vampires are observing this phenomenon with curiosity. On vampire community forums, various reactions are trending, such as “It’s intriguing to see our immortality portrayed in such a rosy light” and “I’m curious to see how beautifully humans perceive us.”

Experts advise that “as the number of ‘Solar Shield’ theaters—which perfectly block out sunlight—increases, we will see a unique spectacle of vampires sitting among human audiences to watch an animation inspired by themselves.” They added that this pre-release will serve as a special opportunity to bridge the cultural understanding between the two species.