Handyman Saitou in Another World
Synopsis
Despite being a handyman with a wide range of skills, Saitou is severely undervalued and underpaid. When he complains, his boss fires him, claiming that he is easily replaceable. As if his luck was not bad enough, Saitou soon finds himself about to be run over by a truck on his way home. Surprisingly enough, Saitou does not die; instead, he is transported to another world. There, he meets a party composed of the female knight Raelza, the moonlight fairy Lafanpan, and the mage Morlock, who are all coincidentally looking to recruit a new member with a skill set like Saitou's. Throughout their time together, Saitou uses his expertise to assist his fellow party members and soon comes to receive the recognition he never thought was possible. However, Saitou's presence may just be the catalyst that will connect a diverse cast of people from different places, slowly uncovering the fate that could bring a great change to this world. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
The audience generally enjoyed 'Benriya Saitou-san, Isekai ni Iku' as a refreshing and comedic take on the Isekai genre, appreciating its focus on an average protagonist and unique storytelling. However, some found the narrative structure disjointed and the plot lacking depth. Overall, it's considered a satisfying and wholesome show with a good balance of humor and character development.
Strengths
- Unique take on the Isekai genre, focusing on an average protagonist.
- Well-executed tonal shifts, balancing humor and serious moments.
- Good animation and fight scenes, especially for Studio C2C.
Weaknesses
- Chopped up narrative style with mini-episodes that lack clear beginnings and ends.
- Story and plot are simple and barebones.
- Protagonist Saitou can be boring and lacks depth.