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While this anime has its share of problems I just could not hate it; quite the opposite, I ended up really enjoying it.

The story is what keeps this anime together but it has some issues. It usually follows a pattern - Ash gets hurt/captured and then he is saved, or Eiji gets hurt/captured and then he is saved, sprinkled with other people getting captured and getting saved. The overarching plot, however, is quite interesting, delving into mafia wars and even nation-wide conspiracy. The anime is based on a manga released in 1985 so you can bet that it's full of pure 80's-style action.

The other strong ... aspect of this show are its characters. Both main characters are good in their own way seeing as they are polar opposites. They are also surrounded by fine supporting cast. I also love the character design and fashion. The characters have the 80's feel to them and it's just so good to see colorful, urban clothing in anime.

What I disliked in this anime a bit is its ending, but also the representation of gay men. Literally, every single depiction of homosexuality is twisted, save for one scene. The show compensates for that by having two main characters who are not afraid of showing their emotion and have such a great friendship while also being quite badass.

All in all, if you enjoyed the old action movies you will definitely enjoy this anime. It has it all: OP main character that has emotional trauma, evil villain who is just so evil and SO MANY GUNFIGHTS.

This is honestly just one big child molestation joke. But seriously, joke repetition is sometimes funny, but they really rely on that one particular joke here way too much. The shtick that he looks like an adult quickly runs its course, and after a few episodes it just becomes stale and a bit disturbing.

Art is mediocre at best and the sound effects are just plain and random, I swear I heard some of them in bad Youtube videos. Also, character voice work is inconsistent and sometimes jarring to listen to. Overall, the only saving grace here is that it is a short anime and you ... don't have to spend a lot of time to finish it.

This is a short review of the whole series and my first ever review at the same time.

2018 really graced us with so many good comedies! Humor is very subjective but as far as the gag comedy anime series go this one is one of the best. What I love the most about this show are its characters. First season had a great cast and some new characters are added in the second season. Every one of them is unique and funny in their own weird way. (My favorites are Saiki himself and Teruhashi). The show is also full of great recurring characters, well executed ... gags and constant 4th wall breaking.
The show's weak spot, as with many comedy anime, is it's story. It is kinda episodic, with some overarching plots, but the show is just so full of heart that even the slower parts are just as enjoyable as the best parts of the show.
The whole anime is available on Netflix and I wholeheartedly recommend the English dub (Only the 1st season is dubbed though) because it is just so well done and it is easier to follow some of the fast-paced jokes.
Go watch this anime, as it will surely make your day better!