The appeal and problems of "Love Tyrant": A thorough review

"Love Tyrant": A bittersweet story of youth and its appeal

Introduction

"Love Tyrant" is a TV anime series based on the manga of the same name by Mitsuboshi Megane. It was broadcast on TV Tokyo and BS Japan from April 7 to June 23, 2017. This anime was loved by many viewers as a work that exquisitely combines the bittersweetness of youth with comedy elements. In this article, we will take a closer look at the appeal of "Love Tyrant", the production background, details about the characters, and reactions from viewers.

Overview

"Love Tyrant" is a 12-episode anime with 30-minute time slots. Animation was produced by EMT Squared and directed by Nigorikawa Atsushi. The original is a manga by Mitsubishi Megane, serialized in Comic Meteor. Copyright belongs to "© Mitsubishi Megane, Comic Meteor/Love Tyrant Production Committee".

story

The story of "Love Tyrant" begins with the meeting of the protagonist Kanade Amakusa and the heroine Kaede Kujo. When Kanade was a child, Kaede asked her to kiss him, and from that moment on, he began to fall in love with her. However, Kaede calls Kanade "Gummy" and does not seem to want a relationship beyond friendship. Meanwhile, Kanade experiences the difficulties of love and the joys of youth while interacting with various characters, including Kaede's friend Momoka Sakurai and Kaede's childhood friend Aoba Aoi.

Character Introduction

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The protagonist. When he was young, Kaede asked him to kiss her, and since then, he has been in love with her. He has a kind and pure personality, and tries to follow through on his feelings for Kaede, but is troubled by her calling him "Gummy." Kanade's growth and the changes in his feelings for her are at the center of the story.

Kaede Kujo

The heroine. Kanade's childhood friend, she calls him "Gumi." Although she has a deep friendship with Kanade, she does not seem to have any romantic feelings for him. However, as the story progresses, her feelings change. Kaede's complex emotions add depth to the story.

Momoka Sakurai

A friend of Kaede, she has feelings for Kanade. She has a bright and cheerful personality, and while she supports the relationship between Kanade and Kaede, she cannot hide her own feelings. Momoka's presence affects Kanade's feelings of love, bringing new developments to the story.

Aoba Aoi

A childhood friend of Kaede, she is also good friends with Kanade. She has a cool and mature air about her, and she objectively watches over the relationship between Kanade and Kaede. The love story from Aoi's point of view provides a new perspective for the viewers.

Production background and staff

The anime adaptation of "Love Tyrant" is the result of the popularity of the original work and its unique worldview. Director Atsushi Nigorikawa paid particular attention to the expressions and movements of the characters in order to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest. EMT Squared, which was in charge of animation, also succeeded in drawing viewers into the world of the story with colorful backgrounds and smooth animation.

Music and voice acting

The music of "Love Tyrant" is characterized by songs that express the bittersweetness of youth, including the opening theme "Love Tyrant" and the ending theme "Next to You". The voice actors are also impressive, with Osaka Ryota as Kanzo Kanade, Takahashi Minami as Kujo Kaede, Komatsu Mikako as Sakurai Momoka, and Onishi Saori as Aoba Aoi. Their performances bring out the charm of the characters and add depth to the story.

Viewers' reactions

"Love Tyrant" was well received by many viewers as a coming-of-age comedy. In particular, the relationship between Kanade and Kaede, and the exploits of supporting characters such as Momoka and Aoi were well received. Fans of the original work also praised the anime adaptation for adding new perspectives and depicting the growth of the characters. On the other hand, opinions were divided on the differences between the original work and the anime, but overall the reaction was mostly positive.

Recommended points

"Love Tyrant" is a work that exquisitely combines the bittersweetness of youth with comedy elements. In particular, Kanade's love troubles and Kaede's feelings of torn between friendship and love are portrayed realistically, evoking sympathy from viewers. The presence of supporting characters such as Momoka and Aoi also adds depth to the story, keeping viewers from getting bored. Another appeal is the stellar voice cast and beautiful music. This is a work that I would highly recommend to anyone who likes youth comedies or wants to enjoy a love story.

Related works and recommendations

If you enjoyed "Love Tyrant," we also recommend the following works:

"My Youth Romantic Comedy is Wrong, As I Expected."

The story is about youth and love, and the protagonist's twisted personality and relationships with the characters around him are appealing. Like "Love Tyrant," you can enjoy the bittersweetness of youth and comedic elements.

"Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai"

This work combines youth, romance, and a little fantasy. The protagonist's growth and relationships with the surrounding characters are depicted in depth, so fans of "Love Tyrant" will also enjoy it.

The Quintessential Quintuplets

This work depicts the relationship between one protagonist and multiple heroines, and is full of elements of romance and youth. Recommended for those who like bittersweet love stories like "Love Tyrant".

summary

"Love Tyrant" is a work that exquisitely combines the bittersweetness of youth with comedy elements. The relationship between the protagonist Kanade Kanzo and the heroine Kaede Kujo, as well as the interactions with the surrounding characters, are depicted realistically, evoking empathy from viewers. Another attraction is the gorgeous voice cast and beautiful music, making this a work that we highly recommend to those who like youth comedies and those who want to enjoy love stories. By enjoying the related works as well, you can experience the world of youth on an even deeper level.