The "Hentai" Prince and the Stony Cat
Yōto Yokodera is a schoolboy who is unable to express his true feelings freely. After hearing about the wish-granting Stony Cat, he decides to try and make an offering to lose his facade, only to meet Tsukiko who wishes instead to be more discreet with her feelings to become more adultlike. Who'd have thought the rumors of the wish-granting Stony Cat turns out to be true; transferring the facade that Yōto wishes to lose into a classmate who needs it more and making it difficult for Tsukiko to show even the slightest of emotions on her face. Being on the same boat, they both search for ways to remedy the situation.
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Plot Summary
Based on the light novel series, the story follows Kyouya Saderajima, a young man who, due to a curse, is unable to lie and must be honest in all his dealings. He makes a pact with the stone cat statue in his family's shrine to remove the curse, but the deal involves a condition that his "true feelings" will be revealed through the statue if he ever lies. The statue's spirit, a fiery girl named Astraea, is summoned and must fulfill the pact. Kyouya must navigate his new cursed existence while dealing with Astraea's presence and his own developing feelings.
Critical Reception
The anime adaptation of 'The "Hentai" Prince and the Stony Cat' generally received a mixed to positive reception, particularly among fans of romantic comedy and fantasy anime. It was praised for its unique premise, humor, and character interactions, though some viewers found the plot progression to be somewhat formulaic or the fan service to be excessive at times.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its quirky premise and effective blend of comedy and romance.
- Character dynamics, especially between the cursed protagonist and the summoned spirit, were a highlight.
- Some found the fan service and pacing to be inconsistent.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciate the series for its humorous take on a cursed protagonist and the ensuing romantic entanglements. The unique curse and the spirited personality of the stone cat spirit are often cited as enjoyable aspects, contributing to a lighthearted and entertaining viewing experience.
Fun Fact
The 'stony cat' in the title refers to a statue of a cat that is cursed and becomes sentient when the protagonist makes a deal with it.
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