Invaders of the Rokujo Room!? ~A thorough analysis of the charms of this fascinating alternate world comedy~

"Shinryakusha in the Rokujo Room!?": A strange communal life with girls from another world

"Rokujouma no Shinryakusha!?" is a TV anime series that aired in 2014, based on a light novel by Kensoku. The story is a slapstick comedy about high school student Satomi Kotaro who moves into a cheap apartment with a rent of 5,000 yen, and the beautiful girls who are after the apartment for various reasons. Directed by Onuma Shin and produced by Silver Link, it was broadcast on TOKYO MX from July 13 to September 28, 2014, with a total of 12 episodes.

story

Kotaro Satomi, who has just started living alone since entering high school, finds an exceptional property with a rent of just 5,000 yen, Room 106 of Corona House. However, the room is being targeted for various reasons, and beautiful girls start appearing one after another soon after he moves in. Each with their own objectives, they engage in a fierce (?) battle with Kotaro. This is a slapstick comedy that will make you laugh and cry, set in a space of just six tatami mats.

cast

The cast includes Nakamura Yuichi as Satomi Kotaro, Suzuki Eri as Higashihongan Sanae, Omori Nichimasa as Nijino Yurika, Tazawa Masumi as Kurano Kiriha, Naganawa Maria as Tiamiris Gre Fortoze, Taketatsu Ayana as Kalama, Yuki Aoi as Korama, Hayami Saori as Ruscania Nai Pardomshiha, Takamoto Megumi as Sakuraba Harumi, Suzaki Aya as Kasagi Shizuka, Suzuki Tatsuhisa as Matsudaira Kenji, Tamura Yukari as Clariosa Daora Fortoze, and Kito Akari as Aika Maki.

Main Staff

The director is Onuma Shin, the series supervisor is Takesoku, the series composition is Yasukawa Shogo, the character design and chief animation director is Furukawa Hideki, the series director is Tamamura Jin, the art director is Morio Maki, the color design is Kojima Makiko, the director of photography is Sato Atsushi, the editor is Tsubone Kentaro, the music is Nakanishi Ryosuke, the music production is ZERO-A and Uprights, the sound director is Motoyama Satoshi, the sound production is Groove, it is produced by Genco, the production company is Silver Link, it is produced by Corona Mansion Management Association, the original story is by Takesoku, and the original illustrations are by Poco.

Main Characters

Kotaro Satomi is a former baseball player who began living alone when he entered high school due to his father's job transfer. Having lost his mother in an accident, he is kind to others but does not rely on them much. He moves into a cheap apartment, Room 106 of Corona House, with a rent of 5,000 yen, but various problems await him there.

Sanae Higashihongan is a ghost girl who lives in Room 106 of Corona House. She has been driving out new residents with rapping sounds and poltergeists, but she is interested in Kotaro. Just like her young appearance suggests, she is a lively and innocent girl.

Tiamiris Gre Fortoze is a girl who appeared through a mysterious door of light in Room 106 of Corona Manor. She is the seventh princess of the Holy Fortoze Galactic Empire, a country with a more advanced civilization than Earth, and has an arrogant and selfish personality. She worries about her lack of height and bust size, and often fights with Kotaro. She is a strong-willed and powerful girl.

Kurano Kiriha is a girl who appeared from under the tatami mats in Room 106 of Corona House. She is the only daughter of the chief of a minority tribe that is rooted in the earth, and lives in an underground world. She has a nice body and is cool, but also has a playful and tolerant nature. She also seems to have a purpose, and she brings along two clay figure robots called "Karama" and "Korama."

Karama and Korama are clay figure-shaped "servants" who protect Kiriha and have the ability to control spiritual powers.

Yurika Nijino is a girl who "rolled" into Room 106 of Corona House. She calls herself Magical Girl Rainbow Yurika, but she seems a bit absent-minded, and everyone looks on her with lukewarm eyes as a strange cosplay girl.

Ruskania Nai Pardomshiha is Tia's attendant, a girl who came from the Holy Fortoze Galactic Empire. She takes care of Tia's personal needs and is not afraid to scold her master at times. She is gentle, polite, beautiful, and trusted by Kotaro.

Harumi Sakuraba is a senior at high school whom Kotaro met on the day of his entrance ceremony. She is the president of the knitting research club. She is in poor health and is currently receiving treatment at the hospital. She is a pure and kind girl with an overwhelming feminine charm who carefully teaches Kotaro how to knit, and Kotaro also looks up to her as a senior.

Shizuka Kasagi is a reliable girl who attends the same high school as Kotaro and his friends and also serves as the landlord of Corona House. She cherishes Corona House, a keepsake from her parents, and its tenants, and when they come under threat of harm, she displays her fearsome strength. She has a straightforward yet caring personality, and is concerned about the residents of Room 106.

Kenji Matsudaira is a childhood friend of Kotaro and is a handsome man who looks good in glasses. He is a member of the drama club and his nickname is Mackenzie.

Clariosa Daora Fortoze is the second princess who, like Tia Miris Gre Fortoze, also seeks to succeed the imperial throne, and is in a rival relationship with Tia.

Maki Aika is an indigo magical girl named Dark Navy who belongs to the magical society Darkness Rainbow. She transfers to Kotaro's school, but is aiming for the magical energy reservoir hidden in Room 106 of Corona House.

subtitle

Episode 1: "The Invasion Begins!?"
Episode 2: Further Invasion!?
Episode 3: Promise and Friendship
Episode 4: "The Beach of Conspiracy!?"
Episode 5: "Precious Charm"
Episode 6: "Cultural Festival and Beetles!?"
Episode 7: My Knight
Episode 8: An evil magical girl appears!?
Episode 9: Sunshine and Rainbow
Episode 10 “Underground Empire VS Sun Force!?”
Episode 11: "Someday with that person..."
Episode 12: "The invasion is going smoothly!?"

Theme songs and music

The opening theme "Good Feeling Win-Win Mujohen" was written by Nakamura Kanata, composed by Mori Shintaro, arranged by EFFY, and sung by Heart♡Invaders (Omori Ninomiya, Suzuki Eri, Tazawa Masumi, Naganawa Maria).

The ending theme "Love is Milky" was written by Nakamura Kanata, composed by Fukuhiro Shuuichirou, arranged by Sato Kiyoyoshi, and sung by petit milady.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Rokujoma no Shinryakusha!?" is a very enjoyable slapstick comedy about beautiful girls from another world. The story begins when the main character, Satomi Kotaro, moves into a cheap apartment with a rent of 5,000 yen, and depicts his strange communal life with beautiful girls who appear one after another. Each character has a strong personality, and as their goals and backgrounds are gradually revealed, the story becomes even deeper.

In particular, the settings of the invaders from other worlds, such as the ghost Sanae, Tia from outer space, and Kiriha from the underground world, are unique, and their characters add excitement to the story. Another attraction is the interactions with real-world characters, such as Kotaro's childhood friend Kenji Matsudaira and Harumi Sakuraba, the president of the knitting club.

The anime is produced by Silver Link, and the character designs and background art are beautifully drawn. The colors and designs are particularly impressive, reflecting the otherworldly setting. The music is also by Ryosuke Nakanishi, and each scene is accompanied by a song that adds excitement to the story.

The opening theme "Good Feeling Win-Win Mujohen" and the ending theme "Love is Milky" also fit the atmosphere of the story perfectly, capturing the hearts of viewers. In particular, the opening theme is sung by Heart♡Invaders, and the voice actors of the cast sing it, making you feel even more attached to the work.

Recommended points

"Rokujoma no Shinryakusha!?" is a fusion of fantasy and comedy set in another world, and fans of various genres can enjoy it. It is especially recommended for those who like slapstick comedies with beautiful girls. Also, don't miss the story development in which the backgrounds and goals of each character are gradually revealed.

In addition, the beautiful character designs and background art by Silver Link and the music by Ryosuke Nakanishi are also worth seeing. The opening and ending songs also add to the atmosphere of the work, allowing you to enjoy the afterglow of the film even after watching it.

This work is entertainment with laughter and tears that many people will enjoy. Please give it a watch.