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At the intersection of this fandom is "scans" or "scanlations" (the user-driven scanning, translating, and editing of manga). This digital ecosystem bridges geographic and linguistic barriers, transforming a niche Japanese literary genre into a worldwide mainstream phenomenon. The Origins: What is Yaoi and BL? Disclaimer: This list is for informational purposes