The most popular romance anime of the summer, “Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines!”revealed exclusive information about its production in a recent interview with series director Shoutarou Kitamura. This anime, based on the light novel by Takibi Amamori, caught the attention of fans for its unique approach within the harem genre, standing out not only for its characters, but for its peculiar dynamics between them and the protagonist.

In the interview published by Febri, Kitamura investigated how the series distinguishes itself from typical school romantic comedies with a “harem.” According to the director, he was inspired by the original novel's unconventional perspective on the genre's classic tropes. «The central theme of the original work is 'deviating slightly from the ordinary'Kitamura explained. This is clearly reflected in Kazuhiko Nukumizu, the story's protagonist, who, unlike other main characters in harem series, does not have romantic relationships with the girls in the group. Although you develop genuine bonds with them, based on trust and affection, these relationships do not become romantic. (at least for now).

One of the most intriguing aspects Kitamura highlights is Nukumizu's take on the three "loser heroines," attractive and strong female characters who have been unlucky in love. Although Nukumizu also considers himself a "loser," he distances himself emotionally from them. Kitamura describes him as someone who “sees the heroines from a somewhat distant perspective, but being a loser himself, he is actually on the same level as them.”

“Makeine: Many Lost Heroines!” gained popularity this summer for its unusual plot, where instead of actively pursuing romance, Nukumizu acts more as emotional support for the heroines around her. The protagonist, an antisocial high school student and lover of anime and light novels, ends up becoming the unwitting confidant of his classmates, who are facing failures in their love lives.

The series' success is reflected in its reception: it is currently the most watched romantic anime of the season on MyAnimeList, as well as being the fifth most popular anime currently broadcast. This reception shows that, despite starting from a seemingly common premise, the anime has managed to capture the public's attention thanks to its innovative approach.

Nukumizu, as the protagonist, possesses several of the classic characteristics of a harem main character: he is reserved, ordinary-looking, and surrounded by beautiful young women. However, what sets him apart is that, despite his closeness to them, he doesn't see himself as a hero or someone destined for romantic involvement. Despite his loneliness, Nukumizu finds solace in his relationships with the "loser heroines." developing a “harem” that, instead of romance, is based on true friendship.

This combination of elements positioned “Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines!” as one of the most pleasant surprises of the summer.both for its humor and for the way it plays with the typical clichés of the genre, transforming what could be just another school romance story into a reflection of characters who face their failures together, creating a unique bond between them.

Source: February