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I went into this manga completely blind, reading it only because I thought the cover looked relatively interesting. What totally came out of left field was the fact that this is a rom-com about a dude working at a condom company. Simple enough premise, but it definitely caught me off guard considering I didn't hear anything about it previously. With this in mind, it's actually a pretty enjoyable manga.

Story: There isn't too much substance regarding the story. Like any other slice of life, various scenarios are presented, each with some level of character progression occurring at the end. Most of these have something to do ... with the nature of working at a condom company, leading to some comedic if not fun moments.

Art: The art is pretty good for what it is. There aren't many intricate or grand panels within the manga, but the material presented has a certain amount of charm to it, while being detailed enough for the most part.

Characters: The manga is revolves around the interactions between Sagami, a new transfer into the condom research department, as well as Musubu, a condom researcher. Sagami as a character is exaggerated to the point where it almost comes off as annoying, but it's contrasted by the relatively cool-headed Musubu who serves as a foil for him. The combination of an awkward work environment with two awkward characters makes it enjoyable to read, especially seeing glimpses of romance take hold within their relationship. These two are really the foundation of the manga itself really, and they're decent for their intended storytelling purpose.

Despite the premise, the manga isn't something I'd consider ecchi, nor does it overstep it's boundaries into fanservice at all. The humour is quick and dirty, with a lot of shots taken in the most opportunistic moments, but there are a few jokes that are legitimately unexpected. The English scanlations are currently quite behind the raw releases, but hopefully the series will be updated soon. For now though, the currently translated chapters are definitely worth reading.

This manga is a genuinely heartbreaking read with a really good twist as a premise.

Story: While the story isn't overly complicated, the pacing and refinement is top notch. The climax of the story is also ridiculously staggering, leaving a lot of emotions behind in the aftermath. There's nothing quite like this, being honest.

Art: The art is great for the most part, but there's a few weird anatomy issues in some panels that break the illusion of being immersed.

Characters: The interactions between characters is well done, and enjoyable. The only aspects I didn't quite enjoy was the ecchi, but I'm also glad it didn't ... devolve into a harem.

This manga has a climax that genuinely leaves behind a lot of emotional baggage. It would be a shame to miss out on this series, solely for that reason.

Scums wish is something that'll make you feel. Whether is be disgust, anger, sadness, the result is a feeling that will carry on towards the end of the manga.

Story: The story is well written for the most part. The premise is unique, and the circumstances needed to be overcome are interesting, as well as emotionally charged. The story effortlessly brings in a tangled sensation of feelings, without getting too messy elsewhere. There's a great sense of pacing, despite the emotional tension throughout.

Art: The art is awesome. Granted, its been a while since I read the manga, but I remember nothing but amazing panels and great ... use of space.

Characters: The characters aren't necessarily meant to be likeable, but they're real. They have an unbelievable raw edge that screams unrefined and almost idiotic sometimes, but it just enforces how real the characters are. The characters embody a sense of emotional tension about as well as they cause it.

This manga found a spot in my heart, due to how well it handled itself, all the way to the ending. I'd wholehearted recommend it, if anyone is in the mood for an emotional roller coaster.

In all the chapters of this series, I firmly believe that is has never lost momentum. The pacing is stable, and the anticipation for every next chapter never goes away. This is one of the few mangas that almost has no faults, in my opinion.

Story: The manga mainly follows the two main characters, the Student Council President, the Vice-President. With a specific focus on their interactions, story is relatively simple and straightforward. There aren't many twists or unorthodox methods of delivering the story. The game plan is simple, well executed, and polished to the point where you'd be hard pressed to find any faults in ... the plot. It would be a misunderstanding to call the story bland however, since there is tension and emotion in many circumstances within the story.

Art: The art early on is a bit rough compared to the gorgeous panels that are present later on. There aren't many faults regarding this elsewhere.

Characters: This is where the manga shines the brightest. The whole manga is extremely character driven, which is perfectly fine considering that the main cast of characters are well made. Even aspects that may seem stereotypical are well written, and augment the feel of the story. The way these traits intertwine, and the circumstances behind them, come together to make a very appealing cast and environment. There are no-bad characters in this manga. Not a single one. Every single student council member adds loads of personality to each chapter, and every side character provides an interesting twist on already enjoyable scenes.

This manga is special, no doubt about it. There are tons of defining moments that elicit a natural reaction from the reader, without being baited or forced in any way. If you want to have a good laugh with a well developed cast of characters, this is it.