Still, many anime fans would say that in the series they’re the most passionate about, they see some sort of truth about the human condition.
“The series realistically portrays the awkward, strained relationships that can come about in that atmosphere,” commented one survey participant.
As we’ve seen before, anime usually isn’t trying to be completely realistic.
Nevertheless, supporters bought into the burgeoning romance that develops once all the players are in place, particularly the “careful depiction of subtle emotions.”