Mayo Chiki!
Synopsis — from MyAnimeList
Due to his mother and sister, who both love professional wrestling, Kinjirou Sakamachi developed a resilient body that could take hard punches, aggressive kicks, and even deadly vehicle bumps, in order to survive their various grappling positions and locks. However, he also developed gynophobia, an abnormal fear of women. With just one touch from a girl, his nose bleeds uncontrollably, he sweats excessively, and in rare cases, faints abruptly. His life changes for the worse because of a fated meeting in the restroom. While trying to escape from a girl, he discovers that the most popular student in their school, Subaru Konoe—the butler of the headmaster’s daughter, Kanade Suzutsuki—is actually female! Surprised, Subaru violently assaults Kinjirou, dealing significant damage and knocking him unconscious. When he comes to, he meets Kanade. In exchange for his silence, she promises to help cure his phobia.
Audience Consensus
The audience is moderately divided on Mayo Chiki!, with many enjoying its comedic moments and visual presentation but lamenting its underdeveloped romance and reliance on genre tropes. While some viewers found it a fun and enjoyable experience, a significant portion felt it lacked depth and a satisfying conclusion.
Strengths
- Character designs are well-done and animation is fluid and colorful.
- Voice acting is strong, with specific praise for the lead actors' ability to convey personality.
- The comedic elements, particularly the misunderstandings and the protagonist's gynophobia, are frequently cited as enjoyable.
Weaknesses
- The romance aspect is often considered lacking or underdeveloped, with many feeling the series doesn't fully resolve the romantic tension.
- The plot is frequently criticized for being uninspired, relying heavily on harem clichés, and often lacking direction or meaningful progression.
- Several reviews mention a disappointing or abrupt ending, with a feeling of wanting more or that the final episodes were filler.