Well, 'Given' can also be considered in a way. While it mainly focuses on the main couple's relationship, there are other male characters around who have strong emotional bonds with the protagonists, creating a sort of harem - like dynamic. Also, in some shounen - ai manga that are not as well - known globally, like 'Koisuru Boukun', there are multiple male characters vying for the attention of one main male character which is a characteristic of a harem story.
There are quite a few webcomics as well. For example, some independent webcomics on platforms like Tapas or Webtoon have gay harem storylines. These often involve a male lead who is either new to a certain environment, like a new school or a new job, and finds himself surrounded by a group of male characters who are all attracted to him in different ways. They usually explore themes of love, friendship, and self - discovery within this complex web of relationships.
Some popular themes include friendship among the members of the harem. Even though they are all interested in the same person, they often develop deep bonds with each other. Romance and courtship are also big themes. Each member of the harem tries to win the heart of the main character in their own unique way. And power dynamics can be a theme too, as different characters may have different levels of influence or social standing which affects how they interact in the harem situation.
One common trope is the 'fish out of water' where the main boy enters a new world full of different male characters vying for his attention. Another could be the 'slow burn' relationship development among the characters in the harem.
One popular gay story is 'Call Me by Your Name'. It beautifully depicts a young man's first love with another man during a summer in Italy. The story is filled with the exploration of passion, identity, and the bittersweet nature of first love.
The story of 'A Single Man' is also well - known. It follows the life of a gay man who is mourning the loss of his partner. It delves deep into his emotions, his daily life, and his struggle to find meaning after such a great loss.
Some popular ones often involve anime or book series. For example, in the 'Naruto' fanfiction realm, there are harem stories where the main character, Naruto, is paired with multiple female characters from the series. These stories usually play on the idea of the main character's charm and how different relationships could develop.
One popular free harem story is 'The World of Otome Games is Tough for Mobs'. It features a male protagonist in a world similar to otome games, surrounded by multiple female characters. Another could be 'High School DxD' which has elements of a harem with the main character Issei having relationships with various female characters in a supernatural setting. And 'Date A Live' also has a harem - like structure where the main character Shido has to deal with different spirit girls.
The 'Harem Wife's Secret Garden' is also well - known. In this story, the harem wife has a special garden that holds many secrets. Each part of the garden represents a different aspect of her relationship with her husband and the other wives. It's a story full of mystery and emotion.
One common gay massage story could be about a person who was initially nervous about getting a massage from a male therapist but then found it to be a very relaxing and positive experience. The therapist was professional and made the client feel at ease.
In some 'gay pokemon stories', there might be a pokemon center run by a gay couple. They take care of all the pokemon that come in with great love and care. Their relationship is shown through how they interact with each other and the pokemon. They might have adopted a special pokemon that was abandoned because it was different, and they raise it with love, teaching a lesson about acceptance in the pokemon world.
'She - Ra and the Princesses of Power' is also a great example. It features strong female characters, and among them, there are relationships that can be seen as gay relationships. The story is about friendship, power, and overthrowing an evil empire, and these relationships are an important part of the overall inclusive narrative.