I'm Doing My Best to Make Myself at Home in Another World

Fluffy Paradise was a delightful treat for me. I really enjoy these cute and pleasant series that don't require much effort and are perfect for unwinding (especially appreciated during the gloomy winter days when it gets dark early and my overall mood tends to be - well, let's say - dismal). The main heroine is incredibly endearing; her efforts to protect all these "misunderstood" monsters (Goblin Slayer would probably lose his mind with Nefertima) really struck a chord with me. I mean, who wouldn't love a cute little girl whose main goal is to help everyone and pet every furry creature in sight? As for the story, on the one hand, I don't want to think too deeply about it because it seems like the pseudo-serious drama clashes a bit with the adorable and friendly vibe of the series. Sometimes I also think that some problems could have been solved much more quickly. Plus, the heroine's monster reservation plan hasn't entirely convinced me yet (hopefully those monsters end up better off than Native Americans in America). On the other hand, at least during the final battle, I appreciated that the author tried to resolve the issue relatively satisfactorily for both sides, kind of a win-win situation. I'm still curious about what lies behind the migration of creatures to the north and what the main driving force is. Despite some plot holes and things that could have been handled better, the show managed to captivate me, which is quite a success for a series that's primarily about cuteness, fluffy creatures, and a little girl trying to befriend every monster she encounters (though sadly, I don't have high hopes for another season, these types of series don't often get follow-ups). The animation is very charming, the music as well, and most of the characters were quite likable, nobody really bothered me... So, for me, this first completed anime of the season earns a solid 7/10. It was like a slightly more dramatic, but still very good and adorable bedtime story that worked perfectly for those Sunday winter evenings. (17/03/2024)