Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai! Review - High School Cosplay Comedy
0Looking for a lighthearted anime series with stunning visuals and lots of laughs? Look no further than Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai!, also known as Regardless of My Adolescent Delusions of Grandeur, I Want a Date! This anime adaptation of a novel follows Yuuta Togashi, a high school student suffering from chuunibyou, or "Middle School 2nd Year Syndrome," a condition where individuals delude themselves into thinking they have special powers and are smarter than others. Yuuta meets Rikka Takanashi, another chuunibyou sufferer who believes she has the "wicked eye" and wears an eyepatch and colored contacts to showcase it. As the two become friends, they find themselves reliving their past delusions and getting into all sorts of comedic situations.
Kyoto Animation, the studio behind the popular anime series Clannad, Hyouka, and Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu, delivers stunning visuals and character designs, including bringing out the "moe" factor in characters like Rikka, Yumeha Togashi (Yuuta's little sister), and Kumin Tsuyuri. The anime's soundtrack complements its lighthearted tone, with a memorable OP song, "Sparkling Daydream" by ZAQ, and a pleasant ED song, "INSIDE IDENTITY" by Black Raison d'être.
While the series doesn't have a strong storyline, it focuses on the comedic events that take place around the main characters during their high school days, including delusional behavior, cosplay, and absurd rivalries. As the series progresses, it takes on more emotional aspects and delves into the past of the female lead, Rikka-chan.
Overall, Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai! is an incredibly entertaining series that sets itself apart from typical harem anime. It's perfect for anyone looking for a good laugh and a bit of nostalgia from their high school days. Give it a chance, and it might surprise you.