Who Would Like this Anime? Jitsu wa Watashi wa is a typical harem rom-com with the focus on the comedy part. There’s “drama,” from now on I’ll refer to this kind of “drama” as a “drama-faker.” Every time things seem to get inconvenient, the alleged drama turns out to be no drama at all. A … Read more
The joys of translating for higher ups that really don’t know much about anime fanculture or probably anime in general. Or maybe even Japanese culture in general. Volume 4 of DanMachi introduces honorifics awkwardness. You won’t see a 14 y/o awkwardly call a 19 y/o “Mr.” as often as here. Usually, official translations that really … Read more
Who Would Like this Series/Volume? Volume 2 is flatter and more sexualized than volume 1. The harem size pretty much explodes while the comedy and originality falls. It’s still a good pick for people who like a harem fantasy rom-com without drama, but it won’t blow your mind. Difficulty The phrasing in volume 2 feels … Read more