Story:
This is a story all about how Umaru keeps her secret (being a lazy, unfriendly nerd) from her schoolmates while driving her brother nuts. I initially thought this premise was very limited in what can be done with it, but it worked out for 12 episodes. There were enough characters to provide many different situations for Umaru. What I found weird though, is how she seems to be able to actually transform. At least I have no other explanation why nobody seems to be able to see those two are the same person.
7/10
Art:
Well, there's nothing groundbreaking here. Basic solid comedy animation. I think the characters could have used a little more edge, but there's nothing missing in the animation department. Something I found really odd were the hamsters. Why do the look like.....that?
7/10
Sound:
It's no breaking news the opening song is catchy as hell. As far as I understood the lyrics, it also serves as a great introduction into the show and the main character. The ending is okay. The voice acting was solid all throughout, though I have to say Kirie stood out. Aimi Tanaka also did pretty well with Umarus different voices.
9/10
Characters:
After the first episode I was convinced I would hate the Doma siblings. But Umaru showed some more depth throughout the run of this anime and I came to actually like her. Her brother...well, he developed not so much, but I didn't turn out to hate him either. The side characters are a lot of fun, there is nobody I really disliked. Ebina however could have become annoying if the anime was longer, as she didn't seem to develop in any way.
8/10
Enjoyment:
As I already implied, I enjoyed Himouto Umaru-chan more than I thought I would at first. Not all the short stories ignite, but it never really gets boring. However, if they plan to make a sequel to this anime, I sure hope there will be more development in the characters or the dynamics. For this first(?) season, I am satisfied with what I got.
8/10
Overall:
7.8/10
