Episode 6 of The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl has been released, and here’s a recap of what happened.
Story Recap
Lingering Feelings
The episode opens with Sofia Reeler still preoccupied with Louis Scarrel’s behavior at the academy party, which was disrupted by anti-monarchist elements. She wonders if he’s upset with her for acting independently or if she inadvertently offended him.
Snowy Mountain Training
The Royal Knights, including Sofia, are dispatched for outdoor training in the snowy mountains. Even Sofia, despite her Gorilla God-given strength, finds the heavy gear and harsh conditions challenging. During the rigorous training, Eddie Pheles slips near a cliff.
Cliffside Rescue and a Cozy Cabin
In a moment of quick action, Sofia throws Eddie back to safety, but loses her footing and falls off the cliff herself. Louis, unable to contain his worry, impulsively jumps after her. Sofia manages to locate a cabin for shelter, but discovers she’s lost her fire-making kit.
A Squirrelly Savior
Just then, a familiar squirrel appears, seemingly suffering from the cold, but manages to retrieve her lost fire-kit. Sofia falls asleep alongside the squirrel.
The Naked Truth
The following morning, Sofia awakens to find Louis in the cabin, completely naked. This forces Louis to confess his secret: he is blessed by the Squirrel God and has the ability to transform into a squirrel. This revelation means that when Sofia confided in the squirrel about her feelings for Louis during the bomb incident, she was unknowingly expressing her feelings directly to him.
Episode Highlights and Themes
Minimal Romantic Angst
The episode is praised for keeping romantic angst to a minimum. A three-month gap has passed since the bomb incident, during which Sophia and Louis haven’t spoken, but the episode avoids dwelling on this separation.
Focus on Louis
Instead of introducing other potential romantic interests, the episode keeps the focus on the developing relationship between Sophia and Louis. Isaac’s priority is catching Eddy when Sophia throws him back up the cliff, showing his focus on his duties rather than romantic pursuit. Louis, driven by his feelings, impulsively jumps after Sophia, highlighting his concern for her safety.
Tropes and Fanfiction
The episode uses familiar fanfiction tropes such as the “cabin fic” and “blanket fic”. The setting creates an enclosed environment where Louis feels comfortable revealing his secret and feelings.
Rational Characters
Sophia and Louis behave like relatively rational individuals, and their interactions feel genuine. Sophia is surprised to learn about Louis’s low self-esteem and how he views his own popularity.
Blessings and Avatars
The episode expands on the concept of blessings from animal gods, suggesting that powerful blessings can enable individuals to become avatars of their gods.
Review and Reception
The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl is available for streaming on Crunchyroll. Critics have noted the comedic and lighthearted nature of the anime, with a focus on innocent romance and character development. Some viewers appreciate the series’ exploration of self-acceptance and the challenges of dealing with unexpected powers.
