Mistress Kanan Is Devilishly Easy Episode 1 Review Critiques Age Dynamic
The review reflects a recurring critical friction in anime between supernatural age-gap premises and high school settings, with the reviewer arguing that the show's horny energy would work better with adult characters.
Reporting from 1 sources: Anime Feminist.
Anime Feminist published a review of the first episode of Mistress Kanan is Devilishly Easy, a new anime adaptation of the ongoing manga. The review describes the premise: the thousand-year-old Gourmet Devil Kanan comes to Earth to devour souls, targeting high school student Youji Kyougi, but he misunderstands her intentions and declares them boyfriend and girlfriend. The reviewer finds the high school setting uncomfortable given the heavy focus on fan service and teenage sexuality, noting that Kanan looks sixteen despite her age. The review compares the dynamic unfavorably to Kakegurui, calling the execution rote. It also notes that the manga is twelve volumes and counting, localized by Seven Seas, but predicts the anime will not get a second season. The reviewer expresses disinterest rather than hatred, saying the joke grows stale quickly.
The review opens by noting the content warning for fan service. It describes the first episode's visual style as a neon pink view of Tama Municipal High School, cast in eerie light by Kanan's arrival. The reviewer notes that Kanan's twintails are secretly her horns, and that she ties a rope around Youji because she is afraid to touch his hands. The reviewer expresses annoyance at Kanan's constant screeching, which they say does a disservice to a potentially interesting dynamic. They also note that the manga is ongoing at twelve volumes, but predict the anime will not get a second season, saying they will eat their Sketchers if it does. The review concludes by saying they are glad for whoever is a fan, but they do not expect to become one themselves.
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- Anime Feminist Mistress Kanan is Devilishly Easy – Episode 1