I realise that’s the point but I want to highlight it anyway. This isn’t yet another formulaic isekai. The story doesn’t revolve around Sensei. I love how the solution to all otherworlders isn’t to write a story and then banish them, but rather an actually compelling narrative conclusion. Suzuki returned to Earth after growing as a person, but nothing would change if Kaibara went back since he’s long past the point of redemption.

When I heard his backstory I was thinking “ugh, is this the explanation?” but I also had a feeling that Sensei would never accept such a story, so I was thrilled when he straight up called Kaibara boring! Naturally, all the pieces fell into place when I saw him hand Tama the glowing book and any remaining doubts I had about this anime were erased.

Now to add the manga to my ever growing list.

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