Mirai Nikki is simply one of the most surprising anime that I've watched. It started out boring and looked like it was poorly made during the first couple of episodes. Honestly, I was thinking about dropping it around that time. However, it slowly but surely started to become interesting, primarily because it started to take turns that I did not see coming. And I think that's primarily due to Yuno Gasai. She makes the show Mirai Nikki, Mirai Nikki. A thoroughly interesting and yet strangely, likable character. You’ll understand the ‘strangely’ part once you start watching it. Also, she is OP as fuck.
The story in itself is definitely not that interesting. But the way the plot develops and the execution are what that made this anime stand out. Each episode surprises you. Bear in mind that the plot twists are not insane or “Oh, my god, what?” kinda crazy. But they are consistent. You really cannot predict what’s gonna happen in that crazy world next. And it is going to happen in each episode.
Yes, there are a lot of plot-holes. Yes, some situations and the choices the characters make don’t make a ton of sense. Yes, some of the side characters are poorly written. This show has a bunch of valid drawbacks. And these are the reasons why it’s not a 10. But I think its entertainment factor and the characterization of Yuno Gasai make the show worth it.
And if you’re a sucker for a happy ending, well, just go watch it.
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Well well well, my diary tells me you’re going to start watching this anime right fucking now!
