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ORESUKI Are you the only one who loves me? - Episode Highlights
Episode Highlights
I'm a High School Student, and I'm Also a Normal Reader
This episode is a masterclass in subverting expectations. It spends its first half perfectly setting up a generic harem comedy, introducing the seemingly dense protagonist Joro, his childhood friend Himawari, and the beautiful student council president Cosmos. The pivotal moment occurs when both girls, on the infamous bench, confess they are in love with Joro's best friend, Sun-chan. The episode concludes with Joro revealing his true, cynical personality in his room, completely flipping the script on the audience.
This episode is crucial as it establishes the show's central premise: the deconstruction of harem tropes. It immediately differentiates "ORESUKI" from its peers and sets the satirical, unpredictable tone for the rest of the series. It's the hook that draws viewers in by promising a story that plays by different rules.
Me and the Catastrophe
This episode marks the climax of the first major arc. Sun-chan's plan to ruin Joro's reputation comes to fruition, culminating in a public confrontation where Joro is physically and socially beaten down. However, the tide turns when Pansy reveals she was aware of Sun-chan's scheme all along and exposes his manipulation. It's a moment of vindication for Joro and solidifies the alliance between him and Pansy.
This episode is significant because it solidifies the central conflict and the core relationships. It's the series at its most dramatic, showing the dark potential of jealousy and deceit. It cements Sun-chan as a temporary antagonist and proves Pansy's unwavering loyalty to the real Joro, setting the stage for the rest of the story.
Even I Have My Moments
Following his social ostracism and subsequent rehabilitation, this episode shows Joro using his cunning for good. A new character, Asunaro from the journalism club, tries to frame him as a two-timer. Joro, with the help of his friends (including a redeemed Sun-chan), navigates the complex situation of the "Flower Dance Festival." The episode culminates with Pansy appearing in her true, beautiful form in public for the first time, dancing with Joro and stunning the entire school.
This episode marks a turning point where Joro begins to be proactive in controlling his own narrative. It also signifies the mending of his friendship with Sun-chan. Pansy's public reveal is a major step in her character arc and significantly deepens her romantic connection with Joro in the eyes of their peers.
Our Game Set
This 60-minute OVA serves as the true finale to the series. Joro is challenged by a charismatic rival, Hose, for Pansy's affection. The conflict involves a complex bet surrounding the regional baseball finals. In a major twist, Cosmos, Himawari, and another girl all confess their love to Joro right before the climax, throwing his plans into disarray. The story concludes with Joro reaffirming his connection with Pansy, culminating in a quiet, meaningful conversation where he reciprocates her feelings using a literary reference she would understand.
This episode provides a satisfying conclusion to the anime's story arc. It resolves the primary romantic conflict, brings the themes of friendship and authenticity to a head, and gives Joro a final moment of growth. The ending, particularly Joro's indirect confession, is a poignant and clever callback to Pansy's love for literature, ending the series on a heartwarming and intellectually satisfying note.