Mayday mostly focuses on the mystery and interpersonal drama, rather than shoehorning in identity politics. Characters are rooted in the plot, not defined by their demographic traits. The narrative is character-driven and feels organic, with little sign of story being sacrificed for modern ideological messaging. Forced representation is largely absent.

The show portrays traditional roles, religion, and family life with nuance and realism, rather than using them as punchlines or targets. Masculinity and femininity are depicted without excessive subversion or mockery. There’s no heavy-handed revisionism of cultural history, and the setting respects village traditions.

Mayday does not parade a single worldview. Its characters have varied beliefs and motivations, and alternative perspectives receive fair, nuanced treatment. There’s no sense that traditional values are automatically vilified, nor does it present modern ideology as the sole moral compass.