I'll admit I wasn't expecting much more than shiny lights and panty shots out of this series, but what I ended up with was a surprisingly interesting story. Sure, it's cliche but with enough spin to keep things fresh.

What I liked: the storyline was good and the characters progressed throughout the series, animation was excellent as was the dialog and voice acting, the OP and ED were good but not keepers, it had decent amounts of 'romance' that mostly focused on Konoe and Jirou that led to plenty of comedic situations and 'misunderstandings', and it did all this without needing a lot of 'shiny lights'. That's probably what surprised me the most. No this series isn't for kids at all but it really didn't show anything - it was done through implication which to me is even more powerful.

What I didn't like: like other reviewers, I agree the series really ended at episode 12. It felt like episode 13 was tacked on and perhaps they were contractually obligated to give the VA for Nakura more air time or something! In any case,


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the ending was the fairly stereotypical non-conclusive wrap up that leaves you wondering where things will go in the future. But it was positive for the most part so I really can't complain since it's to be expected by now in these short series.

Regardless I was pleasantly surprised that this series held my attention so well... it would be good to see a 2nd series but I somehow don't see that happening.

In any case, Mayo Chiki was a fun watch that leaves you wanting more! (show less)

This one is both an easy review and quite fun to write.

The Story is quite unique in every way. Its facinating twists and turns while flushing out new and very original characters is really unparrelleled. The episodes are very full but they just dont feel long enough because you enjoy every moment of it. The situations the main character goes through do to the series and how other characters interact with him is both cute yet hillarious as well.

Dialogue. The Dialogue is expertly handled. One of the characters has to have two types of voices which are somewhat differnt. Every voice acter delivers the nicly paced yet interactive lines both well and outstanding. One can tell the very mood just by the actors voices not just by the dialogue which adds quite the impression when the story adds curves all of a suden.

Animation. The Animation is quite superb actualy. It functions with beautiful backgrounds and wonderful closeups. The eyes seam alive which of course is a trait of good anime but excells at this series. I find each of the characters clothing actually to be distinct. Although this is the focus of many series most actually dont make differnt clothing. Each character stands out differently, making it a point that actually comes acrost very subtily- but a definant change. Even the way they wear the same school uniforms which should make everyone look the same actually has the differnt edge which is suprizing.

Entertainment. This is actually a very wonderful series. It will make you feel the shows tender moments while make you laugh hartely at some of the comedic moments. The story is true and bold while rewatching it will always seam fresh. It is truelly a Jem I found while looking again for another anime to watch.

If you like Comedy, romance or a small dosage of Slice of life on a upbeat scale I would sujest this series. It is truelly one of the best in its field. I just hope they do more... a lot more episdoes...... (show less)