The long-awaited latest anime series of "The Irregular at Magic High School" will be broadcast this year in 2024, but some anime fans have rated it as "not interesting". Of course, it is because this work is so well-known and many people have watched it that there are many fans who feel that this work does not suit their skin, but by digging deeper into the negative reviews of this work, you may be able to discover the characteristics and interesting points of this work. You may not want to hear negative reviews of your favorite works, but by deliberately looking at the negative reviews of works that you find interesting, I'm sure you will be able to learn more about the work. So, this time I would like to focus on the negative reviews of this work, "The Irregular at Magic High School", and dig deeper into the characteristics of this work. Finally, this article is only an article that introduces how interesting this work is while taking up the negative reviews of this work, so it is aimed at those who like this work. Please be aware of this.
Many people don't like Narou works,,,
First of all, the reason why this work has received negative reviews is that it is a Narou work. Narou works are originally submitted by amateur writers, so they are easily subject to criticism from anime fans and are prone to generating haters. In fact, other Narou works besides this one are also characterized by a relatively large number of haters.
Because there are so many amateur works
The reason why there are so many negative opinions about this work is that it is an amateur work. In a sense, it can be said that every otaku has a desire to have many people see their original work, so it can be said that such works tend to be prone to jealousy and envy even when they are commercially successful.
The Depths of Otaku Culture
And above all, these Narou works are mainly enjoyed by people who are familiar with otaku culture, so the stories and characters are often designed for quite maniacal otaku. Therefore, even if you are not a very enthusiastic anime otaku, if you just happen to watch anime, you may find the works quite intense.
Topics that are likely to cause conflict
In this way, Narou works, including this one, can be said to be works that are likely to cause conflict in some sense, and are often taken up as a subject of discussion. When you try to dig deep into Narou works and check the evaluations of those around you, be sure to understand that there is a tendency for negative images to be seen in light of these characteristics.
This work is a typical Narou-style work
As such, Narou-style works tend to receive negative reviews in general, but this work can be said to be a particularly Narou-style work among these Narou-style works. In a sense, it is a work that can be said to be the royal road of Narou-style works, which is why it tends to receive harsh reviews from fans who dislike Narou-style works.
Supporting the golden age of Narou works
This work in particular began serialization during what could be called the golden age of Narou works. In a sense, it can be said to be a work that was a pioneer of the era and produced works that are typical of the Narou genre, so as a result, it has become a work that develops like a typical example of a Narou work. Therefore, the negative evaluation that "it has the typical story progression of Narou works and lacks freshness" that is often criticized as a work of this kind does not apply considering the time when this work began serialization.
People may either love it or hate it
However, it is an undeniable fact that this work follows the typical development of a Narou work, so I think it is inevitable that opinions of this work will be divided to some extent. On the other hand, it can also be said that this work has succeeded in drawing out the benefits that come with being a work that is clearly a Narou work.
Recommended for those who want to know about Narou works
As such, this work is a classic Narou work, so it is recommended for fans who want to know what Narou works are like. Of course, some people may be concerned about the richness of the flavor that is unique to Narou works, but just as you can enjoy ramen of various genres such as family ramen and Jiro ramen, if you enjoy Narou works with the feeling that "this is a genre called Narou works," you will be able to enjoy them without worrying about the details.
Features of this work
So, what are the characteristics of this work, which is said to depict a typical development of a Narou work? From here, I would like to briefly summarize the characteristics of this work as a Narou work. Fans who feel that it looks interesting when checking the characteristics of this work will be able to enjoy it to the fullest, so even those who are wondering whether to enjoy this work should check it out.
Many heroines who love the protagonist appear! !
One of the features of this work that has divided opinions is the large number of heroines who fall in love with the protagonist. This is a common setting in Narou works. Since the protagonist is an extremely handsome man, there are many female characters who get along well with him, but it seems that many people are not good at the light-heartedness of these female characters.
Settings that stimulate the chuuni heart
And above all, this work features many settings that stimulate the chuuni heart. It can be said that one of its features is the appearance of many settings that tickle the chuuni heart that everyone has thought about at least once in junior high school, such as the Seven Sages, a mysterious existence that knows all kinds of information about the world, and the Ten Master Clans, a clan that has produced many powerful magicians and is competing with each other. In this way, this work is a dream work for fans who enjoy developments that tickle the chuuni heart, but for fans who don't enjoy such developments very much, it may be a bit tough.
I'm so OP!!! series
This work is also said to be a representative work of the I'm so OP!!! series, and the protagonist, Tatsuya, has one of the best abilities in the series. Therefore, there is a disadvantage that the story is somewhat lacking in tension, as the outcome is decided without any risk once the protagonist appears. There are probably many fans who don't mind this kind of setting, but for those who want to enjoy a thrilling storyline, this may not be a very enjoyable work.
Some people said they didn't like this work
There are many anime fans who say they didn't like this work because of these characteristics. Of course, there are many more fans who enjoyed this work than those who disliked it, but it is still true that this work is not for everyone.
Female fans have mixed opinions
This work in particular has received very mixed reviews from female fans. Because it contains many settings that satisfy the needs of male fans, it is difficult for female fans to understand what is fun about it. In a sense, it may be difficult to enjoy this work unless you are a woman who can tolerate settings that tickle the chuuni heart that men love and harem developments.
Some people said they looked at it with a cold eye
In addition, among male anime fans, as they get older, there is a tendency for many to say they looked at the series with a cold eye. Another particularly common opinion was, "I enjoyed watching it when I was in middle school, but as I grew older, I couldn't enjoy the sequels anymore," so there's no doubt that even among men, this is a work that divides opinions to some extent.
A work that is likely to be criticized, for better or worse
As such, this work is not for everyone, so it can be said that it is likely to be criticized in any discussion forum. There are also opinions on Internet bulletin boards that make fun of Narou works, and this work is sometimes cited as a typical example in such discussions. I think it is unbearable for fans who genuinely love this work, but there are unfortunate anime fans in the world who disparage other people's favorite works in order to assert their own opinions.
The unique appeal of Narou works
However, as a writer, I don't really mind if there are a lot of haters for my favorite anime works. It is true that many people don't enjoy this work because it is a Narou work, but on the other hand, because of the edgy setting of the Narou work, I think that many people will enjoy it more than normal works. From here, I would like to introduce the unique appeal of this work because it is a Narou work.
The fun of depicting something that is only for a select audience
First of all, the setting of this work is quite selective, with settings that tickle the chuuni heart and harem developments, but that is why it is a very enjoyable work for fans who like those settings, and since there are few fans who enjoy this work halfway, there is also the advantage that most people who watch this work like it.
Captivating the hearts of adolescent boys
Above all, these settings really hit home with adolescent male anime fans. There is a time when we boys need settings that women and adults find painful. It can be said that adult male anime fans can enjoy more calm works precisely because they thoroughly enjoyed these delusional works, so in a sense, edgy works like this one can be said to be a genre essential for the healthy growth of us boys.
Enjoy it flat out even when you're tired
And above all, this is something I've been feeling lately, but these typical Narou works are works that you can enjoy even when you're tired, even after you've become an adult. As adults, there are times when you want to enjoy works with settings that require you to think and modest direction, but when you're tired from work or something and want to enjoy an animation work in a relaxed mood, I think many people want to enjoy the chuunibyou-like animation works that they enjoyed in the past.
Enjoy Narou works
Though there are various pros and cons, Narou works are a genre with many benefits worth paying attention to. In addition to this work, there are many other works that combine the unique characteristics of Narou works, so please enjoy these Narou works as a whole.
An overwhelming amount of works to find your favorite
Above all, another characteristic of Narou works is the overwhelming amount of them. Narou works are often said to have a lot of similar works, but on the other hand, the more similar works appear, the more they are published, so there is also the advantage that it is easy to find a work with your favorite setting.
Find your favorite artist
In addition, the illustrations on the covers of light novels, including Narou works, are also noteworthy. Not only the authors, but also many of the artists who draw the illustrations have their own favorites, so it can be said that one of the characteristics of these works is that they can be enjoyed in terms of the illustrations.
The fun comes from the existence of templates
As you can see, it is a big work if you say that there are many similar works, but on the other hand, it is true that because there are templates, there is room for ingenuity in how to break those templates, and in a sense, the strength is that the stable, usual development can be enjoyed forever. Although it is a genre with some haters, I think that the fact that there are many haters is the flip side of the fact that many people have seen the work and it is a reasonably interesting work, so please enjoy the Narou series without worrying about the voices of the haters.
Summary
What did you think? This time, we've dug deeper into the negative opinions of "The Irregular at Magic High School" and introduced the good points and noteworthy aspects of the show. Of course, it goes without saying that animated works will appeal to some but not others, and there's no point worrying about every single one, but in a way, we want you to understand that by interpreting these negative opinions in the opposite way, you can discover the interesting aspects of the work, so we've deliberately introduced the negative aspects of the show this time. Although we've introduced it in this way this time, generally speaking, this is an interesting work that anyone can enjoy, so if you're a fan who has become interested in the show through this article, feel free to check it out.
