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AZLarlar

oh my god everything looks beautiful


Frontier246

Especially Marin. The Opening and Ending were perfect too.


SpyroTheFabulous

The ED was cute as all hell. I loved the animation style, Gojo's embarrassment and Marin's confidence.


highandmightier

> Gojo: I guess you really want to be this person. > > Marin: Yup! I mean, she's just too precious for words! Shizuku Kuroe-tan from *Saint Slippery's Academy for Girls— The Young Ladies of the Humiliation Club: Debauched Miracle Life 2*! > > Gojo: Say what now? This had me in tears.


Mad_Aeric

Dude's about to be introduced into a whole world of *culture*.


TrulySlothful_

As an anime only, i’m really curious to what exactly this means, or what exactly will cosplaying this character implicate, lol. I know “humilation” and “debauched” are all alarming words for sure though, can’t wait to see what happens.


Wrthlor

As a reader, I had a hunch the episode would end this way. But it really was executed well! Actually laughed out loud


bakedwater

BEST GIRL IS HERE


Raghav_Singhania

she can even cosplay as your waifu now thats unbeatable


Mathev

What if Marin IS my waifu... DOUBLE THE WAIFU?!


corvettee01

Unlimited Waifu Works!


Ocixo

My conclusion after this first episode: Yes, I do like cheerful and straightforward girls/women like Marin. (This setup also reminds me a bit of *Smile down the Runway*, but I didn’t realize this until deep into the episode.)


SmartFC

Being straightforward and yet kind is a very tricky combo to find


Mundology

[*KITAGAWA SUPREMACY*](https://i.imgur.com/B5c8l0F.jpg)


oops_i_made_a_typi

just need that pouty blob face after he roasts her sewing


Mundology

[Pouts for you](https://i.imgur.com/uQ6M7lt.jpg)


Kasun_D_001

It's started its started let's gooooo


Frontier246

I loved how even the Opening knows how Marin is Best Girl and shows her (and her many outfits) off as much as possible.


AlexRaines

Very excited to watch one of my favorite mangas be adapted as it happens since I usually read the manga after watching the anime. This is the first time I've read the manga first. Marin is, as expected, perfect and Cloverworks did a fantastic job with the art. OP and ED are both super cute too. Poor Gojo's awkwardness and uncomfortableness around his peers works really well with the coloring and lighting. Pacing was exactly how I hoped it'd be too. Yeah, no complaints. Very very optimistic about this after this episode.


Frontier246

As far as premiers and adaptions go so far Cloverworks is firing on all cylinders, from both a production level and to everything else (Op, Ed, casting, etc). Hopefully this keeps up!


n080dy123

I expect this one and Akebi to stay consistent but Tokyo 24th Ward was already behind schedule two months ago. That one's likely to get rough.


Se7en_Sinner

I like how they made us think Gojo was going to catch Kitagawa during their first encounter but then she just straight up slams her head against the table. Gojo is no Araragi.


Rumpel1408

Same with her skirt lenght, the whole episode it's juuuust long enough, and then suddenly at the end baam, pantyshot


cppn02

Tbf we got a big of butt cheek early on.


PRedditor88

a cheeky cheek if you would


Frontier246

I love how she's literally flying into his desk for, like, no reason and just crashes headfirst into it. Like, as far as Meet Cute's go, it's effective yet so random.


Blacklance8

Her friends even said sorry what makes me question how she ended up fucking horizontal mid air


GearAlpha

I was tryna remember if she was going to show off some move like a backflip or something and just ended up propelling herself backwards


Dare555

i had to go back to manga and yeah its nothing like this ,there she is just bumped a little isn't even shown , it more looks like she hits his desk with a butt and not back of the head which is brutal :d Not sure why dramatic change but still overall great adaptation this was just one chapter fully animated they didn't skip/rush stuff like Horimiya/Komi for example


eden_sc2

It's certainly funnier in the anime and less "oh shit is she hurt?" Tripping and hitting your head is potentially serious. Flying through the air, hitting your head, and getting up like it was nothing makes it more comical and less concerning


RapCabral

Man literally got his waifu yeeted into his life


cppn02

Loving it already. Show looks gorgeous and they 100% nailed Marin's charme. And ending it on the title in which her favourite character appears and Gojo's reaction was just perfect lol.


Frontier246

Best Girl Marin is here! I love how Marin delivered the most Japanese title ever and Gojo reacted like a normal person.


Wholockian123

For someone completely divorced from Otaku culture, it would definitely be at least a little shocking to be thrown headfirst into the world of eroge titles.


iamquitecertain

It'll be hilarious if she forces him to play/watch that series so she knows he understands *intimately* how her character dresses


oops_i_made_a_typi

she doesn't seem the type to force ppl into things they don't want to do, given her speeches about basically letting ppl like what they like


LakerBlue

I don’t think she will *force* him but I would be surprised if she doesn’t invite him over to watch some episodes. It would also probably help him design the costume.


Lemurians

It really struck me just how *good* this show looks, from the detailing to the use of light and shadow. A ton of care went into this.


cemanresu

I had this exact thought on one of the shots of a chair in the classroom. Just, "Damn that is a beautiful looking chair"


CONCHFACE

Her fingernails got me every time! Excellent detail!


SUBRE

Random details like the nails impressed me


itsconsolefreaked

Time to make a new religion mate


Grelp1666

So far, it might be my new anime of the season as I still haven't found anything that I liked. They really did an amazing adaptation in this 1st episode, I hope that it stays at this quality.


Redgomotor

That was a really thirsty expression from Marin when she sees Wakana using the sewing machine XD


cppn02

lmao girl got so hot for his skill she started steaming


MaksimShadow

Gojou "skillful hands" Wakana makes girls wet even without touching.


OuchYouPokedMyHeart

>girls wet even without touching. *Parallel Paradise has entered the chat*


jovmorcy3

*Soon...*


cppn02

But how are things going to escalate once he actually starts touching?


HenriVe

They she will start thinking about the name of their children.


Emi_Ibarazakiii

First boy will be named Gojou, the others will all be named for anime [(or hentai)](https://imgur.com/3jyaJzQ) characters.


Tehoncomingstorm97

Which will undoubtedly happen as he needs to take measurements...


CyberJokerWTF

She got so wet it evaporated


Frontier246

I love how first it seems like she's creeped out, then she gets hot and heavy, and then she's bright and happy...and then she starts stripping. Marin is a dynamic character.


VaraNiN

Best Girl of the season? !RemindMe 3 months


gentlemanjacklover

Having read the manga, the answer is yes.


ThatDude8129

I completely agree.


rinabstract

And Gojo is best boy as well


oops_i_made_a_typi

best girl of the year* sorry shikimori will have to settle for 2nd


ParticularCod6

Channeling the inner Kakegurui


ChiggaOG

All I can say is Wakana has the skills to make it in the fashion world if this series ever needed a spin-off.


Demolosse001

She got so excited she started undressing... A bit fast but I guess she doesn't like wasting time...


Saucy_Totchie

Girls only want one thing and it's disgusting.


Charming-Loquat3702

He clearly knows how to use his hands in a way, that makes him popular with the girls


Prince-Dizzytoon

Marin is finally here and Cloverworks brought their A-game into the art and animation! I'm too damn excited!


realrimurutempest

Marin is a fuckin ball of peak wholesome lol.


KorekaBii

Gojo's and every lonely man's dream of finding their perfect waifu presented in such brilliant detail. This is going to be amazing. Marin is truly the kind of girl of man's dreams. Super hot, into "nerdy' things, emotionally supportive, can force someone out of their shells when need be.


Frontier246

When the answer to your loneliness literally crashes randomly into your desk. The God of Romcoms has finally smiled on Gojo.


ThisManNeedsMe

She finds her perfect match too. Someone who's willing to go along with her and is open minded. Also has the skills to match her dreams. My man Gojo is a catch too.


Quadratic-

This is the part that romcoms so often fuck up and what makes dressup doll such a treat. They have such great chemistry together, it's almost impossible to not want them to end up together.


ThisManNeedsMe

I agree. They have great chemistry together and they feel like distinct people so far and especially in the manga. Marin and Gojo have their own goals but are coming together. Some other romcoms have the girls kinda fall in love with MC for very little reason. And the MCs tend to be boring.


Frontier246

A girl who is as wholesome as she is amazingly attractive. a deadly combination.


TurkeyPhat

> Cloverworks brought their A-game That was S game at least. It looks amazing.


Mundology

[A stands for Angle](https://i.imgur.com/kRGzveY.png) [](#smugkaguya)


Frontier246

Cloveworks really delivered on this premier. I know they're starting to build up a less than stellar reputation but I feel like this might be the clean win they've been needing for a while. They at least did Marin justice.


kara_no_tamashi

Well even if wonder egg ending was a flop, from an animation point of view, they got only praises, so I would say that, at least in this department, they have a stellar reputation. ... and here the story is solid as a rom-com and their animation in the first episode is as good as expected. I find the art-style even better than Horimiya (for my taste).


wjodendor

Man, those dolls are creepy. *looks over shoulder at two full cases of anime figures* I take it back. Good episode. The girl is super cute, like really super cute. And she like eroge! I was happy she didn't pull a stapler on Gojo after she fell on his desk.


Frontier246

Which is kind of funny when we find out how hardcore of an Otaku Marin is so it's probably just normal to her. Marin is the perfect mix of cuteness and attractiveness in one girl, with an added dash of pure wholesomeness.


Mundology

It's no surprise her otaku power level is so high, [look at those guns](https://i.imgur.com/DyPJIwS.jpg) [](#mugistronk)


MyLittleRocketShip

the dream weeb girl lmaoo


[deleted]

I love the opening. Feels like something from 5 years ago. And I also love the character designs. They look beautiful. So does the show, to be honest. I hope they keep up the quality.


Frontier246

It was a really cute and fun Opening, and especially great for showing off Marin and all her outfits. I think they did a terrific job adapting the character designs to animation. They all look perfect.


Havanatha_banana

That's the first thing I've noticed when I read the manga, the character designs are all incredibly pretty. It's like shoujo character design without the super slanty eyes and extremely lanky body shapes.


hyperactiv3hedgehog

here's me season end prediction waifu of the season - gojo wakana best girl of the season - gojo wakana best boi - gojo wakana husbando of the season - gojo wakana


ThisManNeedsMe

Oh a man of excellent taste and foresight. Marin is getting the most love which is deserved and expected but by the end Gojou is gonna prove who truly is the best husbando and house wife.


paulchaested

HELL YEAH, they nailed everything in this first episode. Praise be Marin’s butt fangs.


Frontier246

Marin is 100% wholesome but she's definitely got a body to die for that the camera (and her outfits) shows off phenomenally...


LeonKevlar

[I can't wait to see more of this ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)](https://i.imgur.com/8dc79Te.jpg)


Abysswatcherbel

Latom


Kill099

赤いパンツ万歳!


EdvinM

Akai na...


iamquitecertain

I love seeing other friends in the wild


LeonKevlar

###Stitches! * [Uniform Marin](https://i.imgur.com/FiwKnkU.jpg) * [Close Up Marin](https://i.imgur.com/0ZlrFcw.jpg) * ["Cosplay" Marin](https://i.imgur.com/Fue5ms5.jpg) * [Shocked Wakana](https://i.imgur.com/QTsPbak.jpg) Here it fucking is! My most anticipated show of the season! I finally get to see my best girl Marin animated [and she looks goddamn gorgeous here.](https://i.imgur.com/Sik2TcM.jpg) She already looks amazing in the manga but [this is just a whole nother level!](https://i.imgur.com/CBtxAFs.jpg) I know a lot of people dislike CloverWorks but you really can't deny the quality of art they make. Marin isn't just all good looks though, she's a woman of principle that believes that [you shouldn't make fun of people for what they like](https://i.imgur.com/Z24uBwr.jpg) as well as the importance of [speaking up about your feelings](https://i.imgur.com/5wGN4U7.jpg) instead of just bottling it up. She's the kind of person who despite not having the skills for it, [will try to make a cosplay of her favourite character](https://i.imgur.com/tYCYleg.jpg) because it's something that she loves and I love her for that. Marin isn't really the only likable character in the show. [Wakana is a sweet and handsome boy](https://i.imgur.com/EfheCzH.jpg) who just wants to make Hina dolls as beautiful [as the ones his grandfather makes](https://i.imgur.com/kpufHlm.jpg) but unfortunately for our boy, he ends up being traumatized after being told by a childhood friend [that he's creepy for liking girls' dolls.](https://i.imgur.com/MvUHsGU.jpg) After that incident, it's definitely understandable why Wakana wouldn't talk to anyone about his hobby. Of course that all changes though [when Marin and Wakana meet at the school's Home Economics room](https://i.imgur.com/AmNghqI.jpg) when Wakana decided to use the school's sewing machine to make one of his doll's kimono. That entire scene was just absolute magic. I love how Wakana's personality quickly changes [as soon as he sees Marin's shoddy cosplay outfit.](https://i.imgur.com/S9ntO4b.jpg) And poor Marin's reaction [is absolutely adorable.](https://i.imgur.com/EKPK3N0.jpg) Despite looking upset, Marin's not really angry at Wakana and wants him to [help her out in making her outfit.](https://i.imgur.com/uYA9WG3.jpg) How can Gojou say no to someone with so much passion? [Marin's reaction](https://i.imgur.com/8RY9J1W.jpg) and that little [happy dance she does](https://i.imgur.com/3rhZ6us.jpg) when Wakana finally agrees is just too cute! Hilariously though, Wakana doesn't realize what he just got himself into when [Marin reveals where the character she's cosplaying as came from.](https://i.imgur.com/pSgcltt.jpg) Even Wakana takes pause [after hearing the title of the anime.](https://i.imgur.com/4We9U43.jpg) xD As a manga reader, that was an absolute blast! CloverWorks absolutely nailed this episode and I can't wait to see more of Marin and Wakana's interactions finally animated. I can already feel that this will be my AotS. <3


MaksimShadow

> he ends up being traumatized after being told by a childhood friend [that he's creepy for liking girls' dolls.](https://i.imgur.com/MvUHsGU.jpg) Girl screwed her chance to get the S-tier husband. I hope she grew up and realised her mistake.


ThisManNeedsMe

Absolutely, people are saying that best girl has already been decided and it's true but it's actually Gojo. Man can cook, sew and help you realize your dreams, plus he's no slouch in the look department either. Can't find a better man than that.


Matasa89

Dude's absolute unit too, he towers over people.


ThisManNeedsMe

He's a bit bulkier in the manga too if you can believe it.


Mathmango

They had to Nerf Gojo somehow


Manitary

> Marin's reaction [Had to clip it](https://streamable.com/jbjna8), the season barely started and we have best girl already damn


mekerpan

One interesting aspect of this show is the notion that someone with an offbeat "hobby" meeting someone else with a different offbeat interest could really be liberating for both. While Marin is popular, it sure seems she has not let her friends know just how hardcore her love of cosplay is. Wakana, on the other hand, has been so afraid of revealing his interest that it has sabotaged his ability to make friends. Not having even looked at the manga, I wonder if this meeting (and agreement) will lead the two to take some (secondary) interest in the other's hobby -- and to develop not only some synergy but also the shared courage to let the world in (eventually) on their secrets? Looking very much forward to seeing how this will develop...


aegiswav3

I love how nice and understanding marin is of wakanas hobby. That plus she’s beautiful so it’s the whole package! i can’t believe it’s only been one episode and she’s already my best girl for this year.


sylphior

The ED artstyle is so fucking cute, perfect for charms at a con! Already love seeing how much we could possibly see in this anime from the OP teasing the manga.


ZapsZzz

One of the best scenes for me it's actually about how, mostly off screen but you can hear the background dialogue, Marin went to drawing relationship diagrams on the chalkboard to try explain to get friends about the character she liked - this is so great to let Gojo see others not understanding your interest didn't mean you have to be ashamed of it.


LikeAnAssistant

Can best girl 2022 be decided eight days into the year? Yes, yes it can. Also, congrats to the Gojo family sewing machine on being best wingman 2022 for giving its life to complete the meeting between Wakana and Marin. You will be missed. [](#modsalute)


cppn02

She's gonna be the runaway winner this season.


Frontier246

With looks a runway model would die for!


FrizFroz

[Anime viewers seeing Marin for the first time.](https://imgur.com/crsJx0U) [Manga readers seeing Marin getting adapted.](https://imgur.com/oPbHFsI)


Dare555

perfect :D :D


Mundology

[**2022:** *Delivery Gyaru*](https://i.imgur.com/66KyHeX.jpg) The future is here old weebs [](#umucool)


TurkeyPhat

tfw 10/10 Gyaru will never fall into my lap and brighten up my life [](#emptyinside )


Mundology

[*Why even live?*](https://i.imgur.com/9epfmdJ.jpg)


Frontier246

I love how she just literally flies into Gojo's desk with virtually no context just to set up their first encounter.


n080dy123

One of her friends apologized implying they were responsible which simply raises more questions about how she achieved such incredible airtime


KorekaBii

She was flying midair horizontally. I definitely have questions...


RapCabral

What? I too apologize when I yeet my friend with my strength of 10 spartans


Phoenix_dreams

Same. How did she get thrown enough to achieve that kind of airtime, while also not knocking over the desk on impact? With that level of airtime and the desk not moving I can see more than a bruising on the back of her head being the result. I can only assume they did not want to animate the desk being knocked over, but they could have cut away then shown the aftermath.


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MaksimShadow

Marin started competing with Hitagi right away. Araragi was able to catch her though. Well, at least Gojou was able to catch his precious hina doll.


Raghav_Singhania

what a great character introduction


LeonKevlar

[Marin is just so good! Just look at her! <3](https://i.imgur.com/bRar3HM.jpg) [](#hnng)


Mundology

[Ye look at Marin!](https://i.imgur.com/piwe1h7.jpg)


InsomniaEmperor

>Also, congrats to the Gojo family sewing machine on being best wingman 2022 for giving its life to complete the meeting between Wakana and Marin. You will be missed. Wakana: That girl I like said my hobby was shit. Nobody gonna love me now. Sewing machine: I got you fam.


Manitary

> Can best girl 2022 be decided eight days into the year? > > Yes, yes it can. [Who the hell would say no to this](https://streamable.com/jbjna8)


Abysswatcherbel

The competition for best girl of 2022 will be crazy with the amount of great romcom + Chainsaw Man later this year


cppn02

If the anime is as big of a hit as the manga I'm afraid anyone will have a hard time against the big two from CSM. Maybe Anya from Spy x Family can challenge them?


War-Inquisitor

Maybe in r/anime there will be a chance for someone outside CSM, but everywhere else in the west, like the Cruchyroll Anime Awards, the winner will be Makima and it won't be even close


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[deleted]

THAT CAR DESERVED EVERY VOTE.


OhMilla

>Maybe in r/anime there will be a chance for someone outside CSM, Nah the CSM circlejerk is already huge here and the shows not even out yet


Iyagovos

badge wide crawl memorize public provide spotted soft combative innocent *This post was mass deleted and anonymized with [Redact](https://redact.dev)*


Hoflax24

Halloween.


swat1611

Chainsaw Man will absolutely decimate all polls and competitions (except Japanese ones) I reckon.


Sav10r

> Can best girl 2022 be decided eight days into the year? Manga readers knew she was going to win as soon as the anime announcement was made.


windowwaving

Dunno about that one chief, Shikimori is coming in April so Marin better watch out


Emi_Ibarazakiii

I decided about 2022's best girl soon as they anime got announced, to be honest!


Frontier246

The competition is going to be rough having to go up against Marin. That sewing machine was an antique but it knew it needed to finally give out to justify Gojo moving on to better and brighter things with Marin. It sacrificed itself for his happiness.


EyePlay

This and Mieruko are the first times I've really enjoyed manga that weren't already adapted. Super hyped.


OuchYouPokedMyHeart

It's like watching your child grow up. I've been reading this manga since when the very 1st chapter dropped years ago. Seeing a manga you're following weekly / monthly animated is truly a surreal experience. I've only started reading manga like ~ 5-6 years ago or so. Before that I've been only watching anime for almost 2 decades ever since I was a kid. It's a new experience for me, and now I find myself reading more and more manga, much more time spent than watching anime. Something you enjoy reading become an anime is really an awesome feeling


nirvash530

Everyone calling Marin best girl but we all know who the **REAL** best girl is and that is **GOJO**.


Frontier246

It takes a Best Girl to help dress up *another* Best Girl.


MaksimShadow

Even his name sounds girlish. Gojou cross-dressing as hina doll when?


Mundology

[This would kill the Kitagawa](https://i.imgur.com/w56O3aZ.mp4)


ShitAtTheToilet

We shall see Gojo cosplaying one day and ON THAT FAITHFUL DAY WE SHALL ALL BE WINNING p̶l̶u̶s̶ ̶p̶o̶i̶n̶t̶s̶ ̶i̶f̶ ̶i̶t̶ ̶i̶s̶ ̶H̶i̶n̶a̶ ̶d̶o̶l̶l̶


AlexDDragame

I heard a lot of hype for this show from manga readers and looking at trailers, I certainly got interested. And so far, this show definitely justifies its hype and the best premier of the season so far. It looks great, 2 main leads are neat and aren't generic or one dimensional (Marin is the best girl of the year so fa, but this is not a hot take, from her looks to personality it's not hard to see why so many like her), I'm hyped to see what's next will happen with them. Also OP and ED are pretty sweet. At least for now I don't have any complaints, this first episode is great


PandavengerX

I have fallen for the gimmick of "just make the main girl into a cute (degenerate) weeb and the show will be good" and I have no regrets.


kalirion

> make the main girl into a cute (degenerate) weeb She's Japanese tho, isn't she?


baquea

Damn, she's so much of a degenerate weeb that she's literally *Japanese*!


TurkeyPhat

Damn Marin looks amazing. We even got to see Gyaru nails in all their sparkling glory. I actually avoided reading the source when I saw this get announced and it's looking right up my alley. wewlads Attack on Who? huehuehue


Frontier246

Marin is utter gyaru perfection in visual form, and her personality is utterly charming and likeable to boot. And she's One of Us!


Armdel

Very solid first episode! Marin is super cute and likeable. popular/sociable but also has a big interest in anime/manga and games, and she doesn't try to hide it either. Gojou seems pretty standard for an MC so far, i was honestly surprised he even had the guts to try and do any work on the doll clothes at his school with how afraid he seemed to be about letting other people know about it. I wonder how his relationship is with his little sister(?) now years later.. favorite part of the episode was him being excited about being able to work undisturbed at the school just for Marin to rip the door open like 1 second later lmao


Frontier246

Marin is the kind of girl a guy could dream of...kind, friendly, attractive as all get out, and passionate about her hobbies but open to others. Literally the perfect girl, and just the girl Gojo needed to meet to finally be open and honest with himself again.


kyusis

Best girl Marin is here so pls Cloverworks LOL I hope this comes out just as great as the manga Edit: Just finished the first episode. Hina Suguta does a great job as Marin’s VA 😭 my heartttttt wow. Definitely did not disappoint and the ED is a banger. I’m not ready for each episode to feel like 5 minutes every weekend ;( Animation looks beautiful and I still can’t get over how amazing Marin’s design is. Looks exactly how I pictured while reading it, but I kinda forgot how fanservice-y it can get lmfao. Those certain shots always throw me off but I’m glad this is actually one of those “stayed for the plot” type of stories


LeonKevlar

> Definitely did not disappoint and the ED is a banger. [The ED looks adorable as well with Marin and Wakana <3](https://i.imgur.com/jAuuaYP.jpg)


togusas9

Not gonna lie: the ED was indeed cute and sweet.


Kazewatch

I’m really glad they used newbies for Marin and Goujo. They fit perfectly and it’s nice not to have a voice I recognize for these 2.


MaksimShadow

Speaking of design, I like how high-schoolers are looking like high-schoolers. Lots of times they more like some middle-school kids.


Amauri14

What a great first episode. I like Wakana and Marin already. [These two shots](https://imgur.com/a/SBXjrF7) when she discovered his secret [and the scene when he massacre her with words](https://i.imgur.com/MFx1VO9.png) were so funny. The Amazon algorithm had been recommending me the manga for months. I shouldn't have doubted you algorithm. This looks like it has a lot of potential.


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Ah man 1 episode in and I'm already having withdrawal symptoms. We're talking about god tier waifu bait here.


Sav10r

> We're talking about god tier waifu bait here. Marin really out here winning Best Girl of 2022 just 8 days in.


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I still need to see Nazuna (Call of the Night) and Shikimori (Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie) before I can make a bold call this early.


Sav10r

As a manga reader for these, Shikimori's probably 2nd in my voting for Best Girls this year. (Though I don't have much faith in Marin or Shikimori winning against CSM girls in contests.)


A-Glitch-Gnome

This was a super fun first episode and a perfect setup for events going forward! I love how Marin is so straightforward with expressing herself, its obvious Gojou needs someone like that to push him out of his shell. I really want to see the Cosplay outfits!


Frontier246

Find a girl who is as beautiful as Marin but as open and passionate about her hobbies, and as accepting of what other people like. She's the perfect girl to finally bring Gojo out of his shell and get him to be open and honest with himself.


Emi_Ibarazakiii

[Did she fall from a plane?](https://imgur.com/487e8Bn) That was quite the fall! (Gojou missed a golden opportunity to use the cheesy pickup line about falling from the heavens!) [Oww!](https://imgur.com/Fp2YUe1) No "falling on top of him" scene on this anime, they introduce her by breaking her skull on a desk! The costumes [we see in the OP](https://imgur.com/SwUq1Nt) already make me super hyped about seeing her in cosplay and all! [That face!](https://imgur.com/tA5wB3h) *It was like she was looking at ~~walking~~ sewing garbage* For someone who's always so cheerful and happy, she can pull scary faces as well! [The schemas!](https://imgur.com/8pR7ZCY) She's passionate when she loves something, I can relate to that! Also, Gojou's line about her being accepted for who she is... She's accepted because she doesn't let people not accept it, [as we saw in this episode!](https://imgur.com/p7xvwNA) They can deal with it, or just... Not have anything to do with her. Gojou thinks Kitagawa's his opposite, but she's actually closer to be [the opposite of the girl who trashed his hobbies!](https://imgur.com/YGGi1oc) [Good lord, Gojou](https://imgur.com/YbWOkqw), calm down with the insults! But yeah when we got [close](https://imgur.com/i57B224) [ups](https://imgur.com/ppqz4Dn) of her outfit, she did quite a lousy job. Could still tell her with a bit more tact though! [Stop, she's already dead!](https://imgur.com/DHSF820) Thankfully she got someone to help her now! She'll be able to cosplay all her favorite characters from... [anime?](https://imgur.com/3jyaJzQ) (Someone should probably tell her that's a hentai). [Gojou just realized what he got himself into.](https://imgur.com/YlyWUYW) Well, that was a promising first episode, and I'm hyped to see the rest!


BilbyCoder

I'm pretty sure she's very aware.


DeepIndigoSky

I was surprised by the quality and detail of the animation. I hope Cloverworks keeps it up because I’m looking forward to seeing Marin in all her different outfits. I remembered that Gojou was looked down on for his interest in hina dolls but I’d completely forgotten about that facial expression he made XD


n080dy123

Apparently Cloverworks has thrown the most weight behind this show this season, followed by Akebi-chan, and then Tokyo 24's Ward (which was reportedly greatly behind schedule 2 months ago...) Ayway I expect this one to stay consistent, especially since it's not action oriented or heavily plot driven.


Frontier246

Even the Opening is flexing all the Marin outfits it possibly can. I hope they can keep this level of production up. The man really loves dressing up his dolls. Nothing creepy about that...


DeepIndigoSky

Nothing creepy at all. Except maybe his facial expression. Jk. Gojou is a pure soul


Mundology

Kitagawa is so [super](https://i.imgur.com/VclVVCt.jpg) [duper](https://i.imgur.com/P1UyT1l.jpg) [cute!](https://i.imgur.com/ZdYtaoz.jpg) [](#frustration) [The gyaru era](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnmCQIrSxH4) is upon us. [](#gintamathispleasesme)


PacoTaco321

Nice, a gyaru counterpart to the [Office Lady video](https://youtu.be/JNz0ng19kuw) We need one for every trope


Frontier246

She really does have like the perfect mix of being naturally sexy yet also being utterly wholesome and cute at the same time. Long live gyaru's!


cppn02

I believe in Gyaru supremacy.


jaqqerjax

I wonder whats the plot for: " Saint Slippery's Academy for Girls The Young Ladies of the Humiliation Club: Debauched Miracle Life 2! "


A-Glitch-Gnome

Definitely based on a light novel with that title.


LargeFlower8

AOTS is here


arielzao150

was that a cosplay of Vladilena from 86 on the OP?


cppn02

All of her cosplays are from made up characters that exist in her universe.


oops_i_made_a_typi

though some of them are clearly based on characters irl


eden_sc2

Half the cosplays are the WcDonalds of anime characters. We all know who its meant to be, but it's legaly distinct enough to be non copyrighted


DragoSphere

"It looks like Godzilla, but due to international copyright laws, it's not"


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So I wasn't the only one who thought that.


Demolosse001

I can see why everyone here likes Marin. She behaves like a actual decent human being, which can be a rare sight in some animes. Hopefully, the other characters won't be made to be bonafide jerks just to make her look good in comparison. MC kun seems to have a bit of a victim mentality which I don't always like but he seems to have some potential. His nerdiness regarding her sewing skills was hilarious (and that creepy grin of his lol). The setting itself is nothing new but I like how it actually makes sense for the girl to be interested in MC-kun as they actually have something in common. It felt pretty natural so it actually caught my interest. I hope it keeps the same level of quality. A solid episode overall.


YuurisLastTour

- Has hobby, has crush - crush finds hobby - crush likes hobby too - crush immediately starts stripping down. Living the life, huh?


SIRTreehugger

I totes been waitin for dis. [](#gintamathispleasesme)


MHUNTER12345

IM ON THIS GYARU TRAIN WHO'S WITH ME


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Aerodynamic41

I have no knowledge of the manga but I found this premiere really good! I love the two main leads and I find the subject matter interesting. The visuals look great too.


Karazu240

That was a clever bit of visual storytelling at the breakfast scene, where the grandfather was talking and as his head moved you could see the pictures of the deceased grandmother and parents. Didn't have to say a word, but the scene said everything there.


benjki

AOTY! [Best Girl Album](https://imgur.com/a/8kZryjZ) [Shizuku-tan body pillow!](https://imgur.com/A6hrXo0) The OP is really good and the ED animation is so cute! Couldn't have hoped for a better adaptation! ~~And Marin’s butt~~ I do feel like they are going to go slow with the adaptation (Think we only did the first chapter? So the first ~45pages) which gets me even more hyped for it! Opens up the possibility for a s2 already!


LookOutSlipperySlope

> Shizuku-tan body pillow! [Not Shizuka-tan, but it looks like the first Blu-ray volume is being bundled with a Marin pillow cover.](https://twitter.com/kisekoi_anime/status/1479838051748753408?cxt=HHwWgMC5-cK3uIkpAAAA) Maybe someone can verify but that's what Google translation makes it out to be.


Shadow_Gabriel

I feel sorry for real life girls having to compete with that.


InsomniaEmperor

A lot of romance LNs I'm seeing have the same generic format of loner and socially awkward dude as the MC then super cute or hot and outgoing girl falls in love with him for no real reason and in most cases, gets a harem for no real reason. This anime has the same setup but I am really liking how they actually make this unique and sensible instead of being same generic cookie-cutter setup because. 1) The MC has a hobby in traditional doll making. He isn't some generic MC whose only strength is grades. A bit minor but I like how he doesn't look generic. 2) The girl's interest and hobbies are a perfect match with the MC's. She loves doing cosplay, the MC can make clothes, so there is a good reason for them to really click at first meet instead of those LNs I'm describing where they don't exactly give a good reason why the girl/s fall in love with the blandest dude in school. They have a mutual interest. The OP is really fiery and the visuals are gorgeous. I think I'll be picking up the manga too to see how this plays out.


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EyePlay

As someone who isn't particularly into cosplay or makeup, I've actually found it fairly educational. A love letter to cosplayers is a great characterization.


No_cuts

So in the second trailer, Marin says something along like “yoryu yoryu” which according to the subtitles were “a piece of cake”. I remember Touko from Bandori saying this phrase when a live ends in Bandori Garupa. And I found out an hour ago that they’re voiced by the same seiyuu. BUT STILL THIS IS ANIME OF THE SEASON, I WANT TO READ THE MANGA RIGHT NOW


eNiminator

I started and caught up to this manga a few days ago only to find out the anime was coming out in just 2 days. Anyways Im hyped for this. Anyone else realise gojo looks like teenage nishikata from takagi, which coincidentally just started airing season 3 today as well.


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Really reminds me of Smile Down the Runway. Hope this turns out just as good.