Senko-san: Episode 1 - My Fluffy Savior (An Unpopular Opinion?)
Okay, let's talk Senko-san. Episode 1. Did anyone else instantly want to quit their jobs and just... be pampered by a fox spirit? No? Just me? Alright then.
We meet Kuroto Nakano, our overworked salaryman. He's basically a zombie. Dark circles? Check. Perpetual exhaustion? Double check. He's *us* on a Monday morning, am I right?
Then BAM! Fluffy explosion! Senko-san appears. And she's offering... tail fluffing? Okay, I'm sold. Where do I sign up for this ancient fox spirit care package?
The Pampering Begins!
Senko-san immediately starts cleaning. Like, deep cleaning. My apartment could definitely use a Senko-san. I swear, the dust bunnies are multiplying.
She cooks! And not just any food. Home-cooked comfort food. Forget takeout, I need a fox spirit to make me miso soup after a long day.
And then there's the lap pillow. Guys, the LAP PILLOW. I'm not even ashamed to admit I felt a pang of envy for Nakano right then and there.
Is it Weird? Maybe. Do I Care? Nope!
Okay, let's address the elephant in the room. Senko-san is an 800-year-old fox spirit. Nakano is a (presumably) consenting adult. It's anime. It's weird. Move on!
Seriously, the show is about comfort and healing. And maybe a little bit about the joys of having someone (or something) take care of you.
I think we all need a Senko-san in our lives. Someone to tell us to relax, take a break, and maybe offer some fluffy tail therapy.
The Unpopular Opinion: Episode 1 is Perfect
Here's where I might lose some of you. I think episode 1 is pretty much perfect. It sets the tone, introduces the characters, and establishes the premise flawlessly.
Some might say it's too simplistic. Too saccharine. But honestly, sometimes you just need a dose of pure, unadulterated fluff.
It's an escape. A break from the constant stress of modern life. And who doesn't need that? I rest my case.
Tail Fluffing: A Revolutionary Concept
Honestly, tail fluffing should be a legitimate form of therapy. Imagine: "Having a bad day? Come on down for some therapeutic tail fluffing!"
It would be more effective than retail therapy, that's for sure. And probably cheaper than most spa treatments. Just sayin'.
Senko-san is onto something here. Maybe we should all take a page from her book and embrace the power of fluff.
Final Thoughts (And My Growing Senko-san Obsession)
So, yeah, I loved episode 1. I'm not even sorry. Senko-san is a gift, and we should all appreciate her fluffy goodness.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go research how to summon my own ancient fox spirit. Wish me luck!
And if you disagree with me? That's fine. Just don't knock on my door asking for tail fluffing. I'm saving it all for myself.
(Just kidding... mostly.)