Gintama: Love Incense Arc
Synopsis
The red-light district, Yoshiwara, is suddenly taken over by "Aizen Kou," an incense that has the ability to make anyone fall in love with the first person they see. Having been outlawed for its strong potency, the love drug was thought to have disappeared from the red-light district for good; however, it seems to have found its way back inside Yoshiwara's walls and now has the entire district under its influence. Of those affected is the cold-hearted Hyakka captain, Tsukuyo, and the first person she sees after inhaling the smoke is none other than the brazen Yorozuya leader, Gintoki Sakata. Unbeknownst to everyone else though, she was already attracted to Gintoki. With those hidden feelings now intensified, Tsukuyo must overcome her afflictions and work with the Yorozuya to return everyone back to normal. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The Aizome Kaori-hen arc is generally seen as a humorous and entertaining side story within Gintama. While the comedy is well-received, the antagonist's story and overall plot are considered weak and underdeveloped. Many find the arc skippable but enjoyable for its comedic value and subversion of the love potion trope.
Strengths
- Hilarious situations and over-the-top comedy
- Subversion of love potion trope
- Entertaining and unique situations
Weaknesses
- Weak or underdeveloped antagonist story
- Plotline could have been used better
- Story lacks value and can be skipped