Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie
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| Another episode another day for Izumi to dodge death like this guy is unlucky really At least we see Shikimori yet again doing what she does best cool and cute, This sports event made it better not just being one dimensional all the time and added a little spice new characters got introduced Oh no someone's jealous and she's pissed I think even at the end of the day she really got ticked off by Izumi not hanging with her well I can't blame her she's his savior after all. |
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Kimurah said: Piromysl said: Literally nothing happened this episode and still absolutely nothing makes me care about those two. Lets make a summary of events. Shikimori shows her bolder side by teasing Izumi in the nurse ward. Also Shikimori shows that being so bold is quite shameful. Shikimori wants to support her boyfriend even when she's not physically near him. Izumi has a revelation that is ok being the support guy in a relationship regardless of social customs of Japan. There's a whole well animated volleyball matchup that not only looks great, but also serves as a setup for a new character and posibly subplot. PAY ATTENTION TO WHAT YOU WATCH. So, basically exact same skits as in ep 1 with different animation. If you really think ther Generic Anime Line #17363518 is somehow "character development", then you do yours. We see it in literally every show as an exposition dump and usually means nothing. We also had like two of them in the first episode band it went nowhere. That's why this episode felt the same. I bet Grocery Store Arc will hit hard. |
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| if you can't make it like Kotarou or Nasa. try to make it like Michizou from Tamako Love Story. if you want to be different at least make me enjoy your role as the Main Character. Sometimes Ootani and Gouda are also unlucky, but still can make me proud. This Male MC not only annoying but he also has no identity. one more episode, if still no change then I'm done with this fucking magic show. |
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Aluminum_ said: My theory is that they're trashing Izumi on purpose. This puts all the focus onto Shikimori, instead of on their relationship. It's in their best interest to sell her as a waifu, and to downplay any legitimacy to their "reverse shoujo" dynamic. In the manga Izumi is basically Shikimori's gf, and she's obv the dominant one, but it's actually done in a really cute way that's endearing (if you can get over the whole gender subversion thing) which is nothing like the anime, where they go out of their way to make him look like a pathetic trope. I understand that Izumi is really close to bad luck but being clumsy at the same time? It's already a big no. Idk why they made his character like that, it super negative. They are making Shikimori like a meatshield for him which is kinda infuriating. It's different from other rom-com when it comes to that but it is still not okay. I'm only loving this show because of Shikimori, ngl. I like her different emotions and faces, it's really well-portrayed. Well, I'm still giving hopes for the next episodes to make it interesting. Or it could just be a bad adaptation. |
| If you reply back to me and I never respond, I lost interest and don't care. Sorry about that. |
LostSpectre said: Aluminum_ said: My theory is that they're trashing Izumi on purpose. This puts all the focus onto Shikimori, instead of on their relationship. It's in their best interest to sell her as a waifu, and to downplay any legitimacy to their "reverse shoujo" dynamic. In the manga Izumi is basically Shikimori's gf, and she's obv the dominant one, but it's actually done in a really cute way that's endearing (if you can get over the whole gender subversion thing) which is nothing like the anime, where they go out of their way to make him look like a pathetic trope. I understand that Izumi is really close to bad luck but being clumsy at the same time? It's already a big no. Idk why they made his character like that, it super negative. They are making Shikimori like a meatshield for him which is kinda infuriating. It's different from other rom-com when it comes to that but it is still not okay. I'm only loving this show because of Shikimori, ngl. I like her different emotions and faces, it's really well-portrayed. Well, I'm still giving hopes for the next episodes to make it interesting. Or it could just be a bad adaptation. It could have a great potential since their setup is really cute imo, unlike the usual rom-com dynamic. Haven't read the manga but seeing what it is in this adaptation seems like a meh. They might be successful in delivering Shikimori's worth but it backfires the whole anime, making you disappointed instead. I feel sad for Micchon, carrying this whole show. |
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| Hngh, this is so Goddamn adorable. Ya'll hating on Izumi, while I would jump in front of truck-kun for Izumi, cause that truck really coming for this man lmao. A truck really crashed into their home. RIP to Inuzuka, the sacrifice so we could see what happens to people that hangs with Izumi that's not Shikimori. I am honestly really looking forward to see how they first met, based on that opening, there's a lot to look forward to. |
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| Better than the first episode at least. Probably because we got some Haikyuu Yeah watching him play soccer was almost painful to watch. To watch ten more episodes of this? I'm not sure about that. But then he is sent to the infirmary with all his injuries... and while Shikimori is with him, she discovers a substantial scar on the side of his head, as he notes that he has several others on his body. Could it be, he suffered from a terrible accident that left his motor functions severely impaired? If so, then this show has already improved significantly as we now have somewhat of a reason as to why he is clumsy beyond belief. But for me, Izumi tripping over a rock isn't the real problem. The issue for me is the romantic chemistry between our already-dating couple- there just doesn't seem to be any. There certainly is a relationship there for sure, but it comes off as a big sister simply just being protective of her little brother. Any boyfriend-girlfriend chemistry seems to be near-non-existent. If I were to choose a highlight of the show so far, it has to be Shikimori's facial expressions- particularly from angry-Shikimori of course |
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| Same sucks Izumi moment when he played football. But oh well, what can he do? Until Shikimori did some little aggresive move to cease Izumi mind from the unfortune that always sufferred the poor boy. So, that's Kamiya debut, heh? She's also god damn cool. Too bad this is Shikimori show, so ofc all the attention and victory be sure coming to the pink girl. Lot of fangirl swarming Shikimori, after the volleyball game, and also Nekozaki. Izumi kinda be a dust compare to the greatness that is Shikimori. Too bad for Inuzuka that needed to handle all those unfortune alone when Shikimori away. But oh well, its all back to the moment of truth for those two again near the end. As far as i enjoy the ed playing, i am hoping more to the dynamic between, and somehow i am hoping Kamiya to be more active. Lets see if the next episode delay or not... |
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| You know what I hate the most about the adaptation? How they colour their eyes. It look so plastic and mismatched with their hair colour, especially Shikimori and Izumi. I'm convinced that Shikimori being a blonde would be better to suit her blue eyes, pink is just so bad. As for Izumi his eyes could be either dark hazel or any darker shade of colour, not this neon light eyes. Their eyes just look awful. |
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| Hahahha the reactions are pretty much what I expected . Reading the manga , izumi won't seem this much of a .... I don't know what to call him so I will just call him herbivore .... Because we don't know what he sounds like . But in this anime he has the sort of yelping voice that some just can't help but get annoyed at . Can't blame them at all . And kamiya is already here . As I suspect , her "arc" is probably getting adapted this season so that this show would have some drama going for it and avoid being repetitive . Also am I the only who thinks that micchon would have been better without actually having her mouth moving ? I mean one of the best things about her was the fact that she basically reacts the same to anything with the same smiley face ( which also accumulated it up for a fun arc for her later on ) . Maybe it would be weird having her speak without actually moving her mouth .... |
| Still a fairly good show. I love seeing this two cute couple |
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GangsterCat said: boring. extremely boring. this anime can't replace Marin as flavor of the season girl. MC is godawful too. well it's boring for you because you like bitchy type girl like marin |
| I know it has only been like two episodes, but goodness me this dude doesn't really had any good traits. I'm all for reversing the tropes as the Female Lead being the one who protected the Male Lead, but this hasn't been a good watch so far. |
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| I can't believe how people are hating on Izumi. I get it, he's a misfortunate bastard (or pure clumsiness which it really is) that must be protected at all times, but yo he's not a dense pussy bitch like other MCs out there, he is assertive at times bruv. Now that I think about it, if male gets this kind of stuff all the times, then this show somewhat made a reverse shoujo-esque dynamic, think about it for a sec. But aniweiss, Kamiya is here for the first time and she got deuced by Shikimori in their volleyball match, which made our girl more popular. Meanwhile, Izumi and Inuzuka are having a BL-like scene....I want that ngl xD Hopefully we can get to Kamiya's character more in upcoming weeks, but for now let's appreciate how Shikimori and Izumi can't stand not going to home together, that's some relationship (that I envy) goals there if you ask me. |
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| Shikimori is the only good thing about this anime and she's really just 'ok' So far pretty boring, and a little annoying (Izumi's mannerism), but I will power through a couple more episodes to see if it gets better xressa said: GangsterCat said: boring. extremely boring. this anime can't replace Marin as flavor of the season girl. MC is godawful too. well it's boring for you because you like bitchy type girl like marin How is Marin "bitchy"?? What lol. Please look up that word on Oxford or urban dictionary and realize she's quite the opposite. Not saying Marin is better than Shikimori, but she's not bitchy |
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| For someone who have a permanent bad luck he's still lucky to have a beautiful, protective and cool girlfriend |
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| Oh gosh, what a very hard episode to watch, I wonder if I should continue. best girl but not an interesting couple at all. |
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| Decent episode, seems like the whole anime is just going to revolve around MC getting unlucky and Shikimori protecting him. Though that "Who's that hot guy?" part got me good for some reason, watched it thrice, laughed heartily every time. But the whole game was pretty lame, felt nothing when they won 'cause well we knew they are going to win. I don't even know if calling the MC cringe is the right word? Maybe just lame? IDK. Anyway call those people who kept calling Rent a gf MC cringe and show them the MC of this anime. Well it's been just 2 episodes so I won't judge this too harshly until at least half-way point. But damn you won't believe, it took me 2 hours to finish watching this episode lmao, I kept pausing then checking MAL or going to eat something or just did other stuff, I'm not sure what to call this episode, but it was hard to watch it in one go. I think it's just gonna be Shikimori that's gonna keep holding this anime if things are still like this in future episodes. This anime has a good selling point-cute waifu which is attracting the viewers but the story isn't that engaging or interesting to keep the viewer interested. Sono bisque had the same thing, it attracted tons of viewers with Marin and the story was good so people stayed, Shikimori has this chance too, they just need to grab this opportunity. Anyway, 4/5 episode. |
TsutanaiFuunApr 17, 2022 9:40 AM
 The end of an era. Thank you Wit, Mappa and Isayama. Feeling half happy, half sad. Kawaii waifus and precious best girls <3333 |
Akiinya said: You should check out the manga, it's much better so far, definitely a feast for bi folks!I actually enjoy this show alot, shikimori is hot and mc guy is cute, best relationship dynamic imo. Anyways my bisexual ass is celebrating. The plot is kinda boring but i could get better. |
| If you reply back to me and I never respond, I lost interest and don't care. Sorry about that. |
| poor dog boy getting the brunt of the punishment while horny girls are hounding all over Shikimori i like how one of them went from disgusted to “oh he might be” quick when the other girls say he cute |
| This show is completely soulless. Its just a bog-standard romcom with role reversal. |
| This feels like Shikimori it’s the boyfriend of the relationship lmao It was also funny how she became jealous because Yuu was tending to Shuu's injury. |
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| More of the same. Was hoping that it would get more engaging but I suspect it won't. I absolutely love slice of life and romcoms but this one just feels so uninspired and empty, with no direction for the characters. The art and animation top notch at least. |
| I thought episode 1 was kinda boring but this one was better. I was thinking of dropping this series but I guess I'll stick around for a bit longer. |
| Once again, the cuteness between Izumi and Shikimori is very strong and both of them had some sweet moments together throughout this episode. Shikimori certainly knows how to pull off a smile that's sexy and cute while saying "Just kidding!" so easily. X3 She did really well in the volleyball match, too. She and her friend were able to dig deep and win against the other team that had an ace player helping them, which was nice. It did win both girls a lot of new fans, which did alienate Shikimori from Izumi quite a bit, which left poor Inuzuka to protect Izumi from any bad mishaps coming his way. The stair scene with Izumi and Shikimori was pretty cute, too, and it reaffirms how much they both love each other. This episode does feel too similar to the first episode, but I honestly don't mind it. One thing I don't like is the hate towards Izumi. He's not a great character by all means, but it feels as if he's committed a cardinal sin that has warranted so many overreacting posts denouncing him as something beyond trash. The poor lad seems to draw back luck in the anime and in IRL forums, too. =( |
| Bakugou fucking died protecting his friend. Am I dreaming? Sweet episode as expected. It was nice seeing Izumi trying his best despite the bad luck and Shikimori being the "boyfriend" of the relationship feels... oddly refreshing for some reason. |
| With Shikimori every time he's unlucky, she makes the situation always x1000 better. I do hope to see some more serious development in their relationship. |
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| Not a bad episode. It's really unpredictable, so I can't really see where this show is going and that's really interesting because I am always surprised by what happens. |
| Apparently I have a thing for Shikimori-san and her cool jealous/angry/embarrassed expressions. Can't wait for my weekly doses. |
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| WHAT A FRIGGIN' WIMP! i rate 2nd ep as: 1/5. |
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| Damn, I love Shikimori's expressions. Like the cool gaze during Volleyball or that embarrassed weary smile at the end haha. This series is so wholesome and I love it. Its nice to have series like this with no drama whatsoever and you can just sit back and enjoy it. |
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| that was kinda .... eh. izumi's reactions reminds me of sinetron indo. wtf is that in english but point is, its bad. so overdramatic and stupid likeee sude coulda just tilt his head a bit to avoid that ball instead of screaming for 5 secs but naw😭😭 im all in for ikemen shikimori tho🏴🏴🏴 |
| Izumi's knack for misfortune is so great, Inuzuka was even roped in it OTL. Izumi's "Good luck! Don't get hurt" was very cute and "誰あのイケメン" made me laugh /insert inuzuka: calm down (LOL)/ Shikomori and Nekozaki had their fanclubs formed after the volleyball game, though I thought that Shikomori should have had a fanclub way earlier i.e. during her first year haha. Shikomori's fans took notice of Izumi as well - the chorus of "ohh he's cute" was funny I look forward to knowing more about Kamiya. She must be a childhood friend or someone from middle school? As Izumi knows her but Shikomori does not. |
| I don't mind "weaker" characters, but something that can really make me dislike one is if they just accept their terrible situation without a decent reason or without at least putting in some effort to solve it. As of now, Izumi is doing neither, and he just degrades himself and accepts the situation. I'm hoping there is development later on that allows him to at least protect himself and Shikimori every once in a while. Hell, I'll even be happy if it turns out that his misfortune comes from an outside force or past trauma--at least this way there will be a reason why he has such terrible luck and he's not doing anything about it. I understand that not all shows need to have a complex story or serious characters and writing, but in this case I'm hoping for at least something that will poke Izumi into doing something. |
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Meta_Yoshi said: I agree with you that the hate for Izumi is really over the top, and a lot of the people calling him useless or pathetic may not be much better off themselves IRL. Once again, the cuteness between Izumi and Shikimori is very strong and both of them had some sweet moments together throughout this episode. Shikimori certainly knows how to pull off a smile that's sexy and cute while saying "Just kidding!" so easily. X3 She did really well in the volleyball match, too. She and her friend were able to dig deep and win against the other team that had an ace player helping them, which was nice. It did win both girls a lot of new fans, which did alienate Shikimori from Izumi quite a bit, which left poor Inuzuka to protect Izumi from any bad mishaps coming his way. The stair scene with Izumi and Shikimori was pretty cute, too, and it reaffirms how much they both love each other. This episode does feel too similar to the first episode, but I honestly don't mind it. One thing I don't like is the hate towards Izumi. He's not a great character by all means, but it feels as if he's committed a cardinal sin that has warranted so many overreacting posts denouncing him as something beyond trash. The poor lad seems to draw back luck in the anime and in IRL forums, too. =( My stance on Izumi is that it's ok for him to be "weak," but it's important that he doesn't just accept it and does something to try and change it, even if it's unsuccessful. That is something I don't see in him right now, but I'm hoping for later development (This show doesn't seem to be too serious though, so I'm not asking for much). |
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| dang this episode was disappointing. i kinda know what to expect from the rest of the show now i guess. too many moments where im just rolling my eyes asking myself why shouldve picked komi-san for fal instead, rip |
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| That was awful tbh, dunno how I liked episode 1! |
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