I've also noticed an increasing fondness recently for emotional h/c. I mean, I've always liked it, but I don't think I ever realized it's actually a really big happy button for me until recently
Mmmmm, yes. Welcome to the club! The emo knives are absolutely what finally sucked me into the Guardian fandom. I would've probably continued watching the show and liked it fine, but without the Truly Outstanding Angst I don't think I would've been motivated to write for it.