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Status: Ended
Network: AT-X
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.4/10
BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense.
Overview
Kaede Honjou is invited by her friend Risa Shiramine to play a virtual reality MMO game with her. While Kaede doesn't dislike games, what she really, truly dislikes is being in pain. She creates a character named Maple, and decides to put all her points in VIT to minimize pain. As a result, she moves slowly, can't use magic, and even a rabbit can get the best of her. But as it turns out, she acquires a skill known as "Absolute Defense" as a result of her pumping points into VIT, as well as a "Counter Skill" that works against special moves. Now, with her ability to nullify all damage, she goes on adventures.
This production, originally released in 2020, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Animation, Action & Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.4 across its 2 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Animation and Action & Adventure.
- • Produced in Japan.
- • Original Language: Japanese.
Starring Cast
Kaede Hondo
Maple (voice)
Ruriko Noguchi
Sally (voice)
Saori Hayami
Kasumi (voice)
Satomi Arai
Kanade (voice)
Ai Kakuma
May (voice)
Nanaka Suwa
Yui (voice)
Noriaki Sugiyama
Kuromu (voice)
Satomi Sato
Iz (voice)
Seasons
Season 1
12 Episodes • Aired 2020-01-08
Kaede Honjou is invited by her friend Risa Shiramine to play a virtual reality MMO game with her. While Kaede doesn't dislike games, what she really, truly dislikes is being in pain. She creates a character named Maple, and decides to put all her points in VIT to minimize pain. As a result, she moves slowly, can't use magic, and even a rabbit can get the best of her. But as it turns out, she acquires a skill known as "Absolute Defense" as a result of her pumping points into VIT, as well as a "Counter Skill" that works against special moves. Now, with her ability to nullify all damage, she goes on adventures.
Season 2
12 Episodes • Aired 2023-01-11
The best offense is a great defense, and for VRMMO gamer Kaede Honjo, her defense is the best. Under her alias Maple, she and her guild journey through NewWorld Online gaining friends and foes through new battle-filled quests. All those skill points, new defensive techniques, and no pain—Maple can’t be stopped!
