Based on the Japanese manga series written by Rikito Nakamura and illustrated by Yukiko Nozawa, The 100 Girlfriends Who, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You (100GFs) continues Rentaro Aijo’s chaotic and heartfelt journey to love all of his destined soulmates during the events of season one where he discovers that he’s fated to meet one hundred of them during high school, Rentaro now happily dates six girlfriends, each with distinct personalities and quirks. The harem grows even more when he meets 5 more. As the number of girlfriends increases, so does the challenge, since failing to reciprocate their love could mean disaster. Luckily, Rentaro is more than ready to give every ounce of his boundless affection to each one.On the technical side, much of the same team from Season one is carried over to Season 2 and produced by Bibury Animation Studios and directed by Hikaru Sato, with Takashi Aoshima handling series composition, Akane Yano designing the characters, and Shuhei Mutsuki, Shunsuke Takizawa, and Eba composing the music. The opening theme song is “Arigato, Daisuki ni Natte Kurete,” performed by Rentarō Family. In contrast, the ending theme song is “Unmei?” performed by Amane Shindō, Suzuko Mimori, Rie Takahashi, Lynn, and Kanon Takao.In today’s anime landscape, many shows strive to captivate not just the typical anime fan base but also mainstream audiences. The trend seems to be leaning toward darker, edgier narratives that pretend to be deep but often come across as pretentious, depressing, and overly serious. This push for high-brow storytelling is meant to compete with popular live-action genres like thrillers or dramas, but it often feels forced and lacks the charm of the traditional, whimsical nature that Anime is also capable of as a medium.Enter 100GFs, a series that wholeheartedly embraces the absurdity of anime. Unlike many modern series that try to reinvent the genre with complex plots, 100GFs unapologetically sticks to its roots, providing pure, unfiltered comedy. The concept is as over-the-top as it gets—Rentaro, the protagonist, is tasked with dating 100 girlfriends and keeping them all happy. Sure, it sounds insane, that’s exactly what makes it so entertaining. It doesn’t attempt to be more than a fun ride; it simply does what it does best: makes you laugh.What makes this second season especially impressive is its continued ability to introduce new characters without losing steam. With each girlfriend having a unique personality, from the obsessive to the shy, the narcissistic to the gluttonous, and rather than letting them blend into a generic harem backdrop, the show gives each one enough of a spotlight to stand out. Rentaro himself remains hilariously committed to giving his all to each girl, treating every relationship with equal passion and care. And despite the madness of this task, the show manages to feel more like a quirky, dysfunctional family sitcom than a shallow harem, which is no small feat.Visually, Season 2 doesn’t fall short. Bibury Animation Studios, under director Hikaru Sato, proves they understand not just the material, but how to translate its spirit into vibrant animation. The chaotic pacing is matched with expressive character designs, exaggerated movements, and a confident sense of comedic timing. The musical direction also deserves praise—while the first season’s opening theme became iconic for its catchiness, Season 2’s OP and ED maintain that same playful energy, even if they don’t quite surpass their predecessors, with the visuals of both the Intro and end credits even chagning slightly by episode 3-4 due to the appearance of a specific character. The soundtrack also complements the tone perfectly, enhancing both emotional and comedic beats. What stands out even more is how the anime uses its medium: self-referential jokes, animated-only gags, with the dub doing deliberate meta-prompts to “read the manga” or mention the Crunchyroll website, giving it a distinct identity. It’s an adaptation that isn’t afraid to have fun with itself, and that makes all the difference.Overall, Season 2 of 100GFs continues to prove that a ludicrous premise, when executed with genuine creativity and heart, can become something truly special. It’s not without its concerns—the ever-growing cast risks becoming unwieldy, and the novelty may lose impact over time—but for now, it still feels fresh, clever, and outrageously funny. While it may not break new ground in terms of narrative, it excels at being a fun, lighthearted watch. Whether you’re in it for the laughs, the absurdity, or just the sheer ridiculousness of it all, 100 Girlfriends delivers what it promises—and does so with flair, and given that Rentaro hasn’t reached 100 yet, It’s unclear how many seasons it’ll take, but I can’t wait to see how it’ll top itself if this Anime keeps going.