Haikyu!!: VS "Failing Marks"
Synopsis
Right before the volleyball club's training camp in Tokyo, both Shouyou Hinata and Tobio Kageyama fail a final exam. As the make-up exams and the trip overlap, the boys plead their desperate case to the vice principal to no avail. Since their indispensable teammates are forced to stay behind to study, the club's members find different ways to help them pass and join the camp in time. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The Haikyuu!! OVA focusing on Hinata and Kageyama's academic struggles is well-received as a humorous and insightful addition to the series. It expands on existing plot points and offers further character development, particularly regarding team dynamics. While some find it inessential, most appreciate the lightheartedness and extra content.
Strengths
- Expands on existing story elements, filling in gaps.
- Highlights character development and dynamics.
- Humorous and enjoyable, offering lighthearted moments.
Weaknesses
- May feel inessential if familiar with the main series.
- Less volleyball action compared to the main series.
- Limited background music in some instances.