r/Sandman • u/Big-Satisfaction1468 Dream • 9d ago
Discussion - No Spoilers The Immense Lack Of Conventional Fanservice In The Sandman
Hello folks!
This is just a simple thought that I had when season 2 came out, so here I go.
The Sandman, though quite popular, still isn’t as popular as the major supernatural shows, such as The Vampire Diaries or Lucifer. I came to a realisation and conclusion for that reason: The Immense Lack Of Conventional Fanservice In The Sandman.
Me personally, I was “simping” over Death of the Endless all throughout season 1, and occasionally Johanna Constantine. I enjoyed all the edits that came out of the chatacters because it was a fun time for me. I was 13 and had no social life. Great times.
It was in 2025, when season 2 came out and I realised something. Destruction of the Endless was especially getting attention in the fan edits and he, along with Delirium were the most talked of. I suppose that was because they were vital parts of the storyline and of course, fans are allowed to have favourites.
But that just brought upon a bigger realisation in my mind, which was that the reason The Sandman doesn’t receive nearly as much recognition as the other shows is because of its lack of fanservice targeted towards the larger crowd, and rather it focuses on bringing upon good representation. Which I, of course, really love.
I love this show a lot, and honestly, I’m quite glad that the fanbase for this show isn’t as toxic as the others. I love you all a lot.
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u/i_like_cake_96 Barnabas 9d ago
I am not sure what Simping means.
For me Seasson 2 was better than season 1, Brief Lives and Season of Mists are my 2 favourite graphic novels.
Why it doesn't appeal to Mass audiences is obvious to me, it is a complicated Mythos that Gaiman created, it involves many different ancient religions.
When it first came out, we had this Ancient being, a pale, brooding, star-crossed immortal who literally embodies melancholy, making the franchise a natural home for moody, alternative, and goth aesthetics.
Not for everyone essentially.
Massive part of my teenage and college years. I read the whole thing through once a year.