Complex Tales

[Keith]

I just had a message from a bit in Siem Reap, asking for $50, as he had an accident. He attached pics, which looked pretty bad, and were him. That makes it difficult!

[Aux1010]

I just had a message from a bit in Siem Reap, asking for $50, as he had an accident. He attached pics, which looked pretty bad, and were him. That makes it difficult!

I'd say if you believe and trust him, want to help, and the amount involved won't be a problem for you then send it to him.

I have a general rule to NEVER give money to anyone who I won't see in person at the time (not specifically because I don't want to help, but just too many requests that I deem not really genuine and it's just easier to have a blanket 'sorry, I can't help with that right now').

However, just before Covid started I met a lovely guy in Manila, non-moneyboy who was working hard in a low paying job to look after his grandma and younger siblings. Once Covid hit his job disappeared and their situation became pretty desperate.

I (somewhat reluctantly) broke my rule (only reluctant because I knew if I did it once I'd likely do it again for other guys). But seeing his genuine gratitude and photos of him and his family being able to eat again made me glad I did so. We still keep in touch and he's never asked for money again.

[christianpfc]

I just had a message from a bit in Siem Reap, asking for $50, as he had an accident. He attached pics, which looked pretty bad, and were him. That makes it difficult!

It's a question of how well I know someone and what we did. For most money boys, I pay and that's where my commitment ends. But a few money boys, and higher percentage of free with several encounters, I would send 100 USD to make sure they get all necessary treatment. But that (me sending money) has to be earned (not by sex, but by commitment and reliabiltiy) by the boy before it comes to the accident.

[Keith]

Thanks. The other issue is that last time I sent money to Cambodia, half disappeared in Bank charges!

[Gaybutton]

He attached pics, which looked pretty bad, and were him. That makes it difficult!

It's not always a scam. Sometimes it is genuine. That's when you have to decide whether you feel that you are under any obligation. Many years ago, when I first came to live in Thailand, I had a Thai language teacher. I asked her how to handle such situations if you don't want to send money. She said think about what he would do if he had never met you.

One thing I've learned over the years - if you do help out a boy by sending money to him just once, the pleas for money keep coming.

My favorite quote came from Richard Burk, who used to own the now long gone Amor restaurant in Boyztown. I've posted it many times and this seems like a good place to post it again:

"If you want love in Thailand, rent it."

[Kenny]

The Boys from Madagascar

In January 2020, shortly before Covid struck, the Complex was lit up by a group of boys from Madagascar. They arrived under the watchful eye of their commanding trans mamasan and based themselves mostly in Question Mark Bar.

To the credit of its owner, the bar welcomed them with open arms and it wasn't long before they took to the small stage with their exotic and erotic dance routines.

(Here, I have altered their names, however, anyone who remembers them will have little difficulty in recognising the individuals)

https://youtu.be/Pm-2cKXqcCA

https://youtu.be/NhuP7rFyxOQ

They were an instant hit, their sexy dance moves and natural friendliness drawing a regular crowd to the bar. They were plied with towers of Chang and the parties ran late. It was a memorable high point before the lows that were soon to follow.

After a month or so the group began to disperse. Nike, with his signature dance moves, followed his star to Bangkok, where he enjoyed a measure of success. He also hit the gym and put on some muscle. Eventually, as the lockdown closed its grip on the country, he departed for one of the Gulf states, where I understand he still works.

Neddy, possibly the youngest of the group, was quickly picked up by a well-heeled patron from Europe. In his new situation, dancing in bars was off the table, and he returned to Madagascar.
There, with the support of his new benefactor, he became the successful owner of two bars and enjoys an envious lifestyle to this day.

Sadly, the dark cloud that swept over us all also paid a visit to the group and their mamasan succumbed to covid.

Just one of the group, Zac, hung around. Finding a welcome home in Jomtien he was in no hurry to leave. He became popular in his own right and will be familiar to many readers here. When visa issues forced his departure, Zac left for the Gulf, and later home to Madagascar. However, Thailand was on his mind and he returned last year and has remained ever since. He is a familiar sight today as he lopes down the soi at a pace that few of us could hope to match.

In January just past, a new group from Madagascar arrived and based themselves in Bangkok. They made a pilgrimage to Jomtien and passed a fun night dancing at Question Mark Bar, with Zac as their local host. It didn't quite reach the heights of 2020, but it was a memorable night nonetheless.

Vive Madagascar!