After their first kiss, Kaguya Shinomiya and Miyuki Shirogane are left unsure where their relationship stands. The troubling uncertainty of whether they could be considered an official couple unleashes newfound problems as both Kaguya and Shirogane struggle to sort out their feelings.
While the lovestruck student council officers fret, the Christmas season rolls around, and romance is in the air. In the face of widespread tenderness, Kaguya and Shirogane must endure their affectionate battle of wits once more. Should they reconcile their feelings for one another, they may find themselves within reach of what they have both been longing for so long: true love.
Synopsis
In the elite school of Shuchiin Academy, Miyuki Shirogane and Kaguya Shinomiya stand at the top. Miyuki is the Student Council President: brilliant, hard-working, and revered by the student body. Kaguya is the Vice-President: an heiress of a wealthy conglomerate with exceptional intelligence and top-notch charisma. Despite the admiration they garner from their peers, wild rumours about their relationship spread according to which: they’re a pair. But the truth is, despite both have feelings for each other, neither will admit it. Saga of love, ego, pride and loads of fun begins, resulting in their daily antics to coax the other into confessing their feelings first!
Kaguya-sama wa Kokurasetai: First Kiss wa Owaranai or Kaguya-sama: Love Is War – Endless First Kiss, revolves around the oft-mentioned characters concocting intricate strategies to get a confession out of the other. With the help of their loyal pals in the studentcouncil, each episode uncovers their hilarious, often overly-complicated, attempts at making the other declare their love.
Review
Wipe your glasses, grab your cup of Ramen, and listen up, folks! Because this ain’t your common high-school romance flick. No, no, no! Kaguya-sama: Endless First Kiss is a rollercoaster of emotions, blunders and outright battles that has painted a new perspective on the concept, “All is fair in love and war”.
The series is a hilarious blend of romance, comedy, and a bit of intellectual battles for good flavor. It follows two geniuses, each of whom refuses to be the one to confess their feelings first, believing it would put them at a disadvantage. The storyline, although simple, is executed with great panache that leaves you laughing your guts out while at the same time tugging at your heartstrings with a dash of romance.
The Characters
Miyuki and Kaguya, our main leads, are not your typical lovestruck Romeo and Juliet but a clever twist on your typical anime romance leads. Their unique personalities, stubbornness, and strategic minds set a fascinating stage for all the humor. Their loyalty, caring natures, and occasional vulnerability add depth to their characters.
The anime also serves us a delightful side dish of unique support characters who play crucial roles in progressing the plot, and sometimes serving as the unwitting catalyst or barrier to our lead’s convoluted plots.
The Animation
Animation? Oh boy! It’s absolutely top-notch! The character designs are pleasing and well-detailed. The animation brilliantly portrays the comedy skits and dramatic scenes equally well. The bright colors, smooth movements, and attention to setting details enhance the overall visual experience.
Music and Soundtrack
The soundtrack of Kaguya-sama: Endless First Kiss is another feather in its cap. The music perfectly captures the different moods of the scenes, making dramatic moments more intense and hilarious ones even funnier. The voice actors did an excellent job in portraying their respective characters, with a special shout out for the fantastic performances made by Miyuki and Kaguya’s voice casts.
Let’s wrap it up, folks! Kaguya-sama: Endless First Kiss is one of a kind anime series that brilliantly blends romance and comedy in a unique battle of wits. Whether you’re a hardcore anime enthusiast, or a random passerby that wants to dip their foot into the anime world, this classic is an absolute treasure that will light up your screens. So, buy, rent or stream, it’s irresistible, you gotta watch it!
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