Review of Kaguya-sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-

Ultra Romantic continues the dramatic and ridiculous antics of the two protagonists as they try to back each other into a corner where they are forced to confess their love. While it is still hilarious, there were a few areas where the humor seemed to fall flat, or a joke/gimmick went on for a little too long (I’m looking at you, rap episode). Love is War has always been firmly planted in the rom-com genre, but this specific season leaned further into romance than comedy — all the better, since it holds the climactic conclusion of this love story. For where it fell rather short in comedy, however,it made up for it with what felt like more romantic scenes than both previous seasons. Not only do Kaguya and Miyuki make progress in their relationship, but there is also a new romantic interest introduced for side character Ishigami. This fresh relationship provides a bit of the same light-hearted, fresh love scenarios that drew in an audience for season one, and provides a breath of fresh air inbetween the more intense scenes between the two main characters.

Overall, Ultra Romantic was a satisfying conclusion to the series, even if the com in rom-com felt a bit off.