After six episodes, My friend the deer Nokotan has found its groove. Episode 7, “DeerColle, Streaming, Hospitality, Etc.”, is a testament to how strangely delightful this series can be. With a trio of wildly inventive chapters, this episode proves that it’s more than just a quirky gimmick. Instead, it’s a bona fide summer smash. Episode 7 hits all the right notes, embracing the anime’s absurdity while still delivering the charm fans love.
At the seventh exit, My friend the deer Nokotan has a well-defined rhythm. The show’s cast is now fully fleshed out, with each character delightfully clichéd but endearing in their own way. Episode 7 is a well-deserved display of indulgence, with the show allowing itself to stretch its legs and fully explore the eccentric world it has created. This episode isn’t just about familiar beats; it’s about dancing to the beat of your own drum. The episode revels in whimsy and is a joy to watch, confirming that My friend the deer Nokotan has his audience caught in his headlights.
Antlers and character dynamics expand in My Deer Friend Nokotan Episode 7
Anime Gag Is Comfortably Uncomfortable
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Nokotan Antler’s Powers So Far |
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Use of deer antlers |
Description |
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Lie detector |
Nokotan uses his antlers to detect hidden truths, revealing Koshitan’s delinquent nature. |
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Animal communication |
Her antlers glow as she communicates with a pack of wild deer, urging them to aid the group. |
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Virginity Detector |
The antlers comically light up to detect a character’s virginity, leading to an awkward but funny moment. |
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Snack Detector |
The woods light up to locate hidden snacks at a picnic, saving the day when food runs out. |
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Weather forecast |
Nokotan predicts a sudden rainstorm, allowing the group to take shelter just in time. |
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Endless growth |
Irresistible, noodle-like growth ensues after satisfactory scraping and shaving of the antlers. |
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Love Note Intuition |
The woods glow to identify a love letter, which turns out to be a threat, sparking a major fight. |
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Dance illusions |
Nokotan can dance so well that she can hypnotize anyone she focuses on. |
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Episode 7 kicks off with a dramatic showdown between Nokotan and a CGI deer with a special delivery: an invitation to the Deer Collective, aka DeerColle. If Paris Fashion Week is a celebration of high culture, then the DeerColle festival is even more fabulous, albeit centered around deer. In her classic grumpy style, Koshitan is not interested in the affair. Yet despite her initial reluctance, Koshitan quickly finds herself not only participating in the festival, but becoming one of its most ardent supporters. After all, she is Nokotan’s mistress, or at least that’s what Nokotan claims.
Nokotan’s claim that Koshitan is her master isn’t just a matter of melodramatic laughs; it’s a crucial development in their evolving dynamic. Koshitan’s fascination with Nokotan’s hypnotic display of dancing and desire is the perfect microcosm of this. It’s goofy, yes, but it’s also heartfelt. The Deer Club’s antics seem to have an irresistible charm on the audience, and the same is true for Koshitan. She can’t resist being drawn into their chaotic orbit, proving that even the most steadfast rulers can’t escape Nokotan’s gravitational pull.
Nokotan:
Follow me, I will make you an absolutely wonderful master.Tortoise:
Yes, master!Bashame:
She is really weak against warm blood.Anko:
She always read a lot of shōnen manga and that’s why she became a delinquent.
One of the episode’s standout moments is when Koshitan, under Nokotan’s convincing (and potentially literal) spell, utters the astonishing line, “My heart feels light, as if I’ve just told my first shameful lie.” It’s an unexpected, poetic, and hilarious moment amid the show’s usual madness. This delicate balance between senseless absurdity and emotional sincerity makes My friend the deer Nokotan such a convincing watch.
My friend the deer Nokotan Episode 7 dives headlong into its next chapter with a familiar trick: abrupt scene changes. Opening with a shifty cut to a previously unmentioned DeerColle winner, the episode quickly moves into its next phase with no title cards, just pure unpredictability. Think Early Sponge Bob,but with even more brain rot.Just as the narrative thread begins to weave together, it’s quickly derailed by an incredibly trippy deer antler growing scene. The fever dream lies somewhere at the intersection of Beavis and Butthead And Mushi-shiand how could anyone be angry with My friend the deer Nokotan for this unusual cocktail?
My Deer Friend Nokotan Episode 7 Highlights Its Stars
Nokotan and Koshitan interact with strangers and hilarity ensues
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With seven episodes under his belt, My friend the deer Nokotan has hit its stride and the chemistry between its main characters has never seemed so enjoyable. The efforts of the previous episodes pay off most in the final segment of Episode 7. When Nokotan and Koshi’s presence disrupts the calm of Café Sparrow, the anime quietly offers its most controlled setting for its stars to play, and against a new character, no less. Devoted waiter Tsubameya, with his earnest attempt at providing top-notch hospitality, is hilariously outmatched by Nokotan, his reckless antlers, and his taste for deer biscuits. His bewildered reactions indicate a whole world of possibilities that await if the series’ central duo can bring their brand of chaos to new environments more often.
The dynamic between Nokotan and Koshi, now in full swing, is given a second wind thanks to the contrast between the series’ central characters and the outside world. Their already well-established over-the-top antics create a clash with the unassuming, everyday world represented by characters like Tsubameya. Tsubameya’s genuine, down-to-earth attempts at hospitality are a perfect counterpoint to Nokotan’s wild, unpredictable energy. This leads to a comedic tug-of-war that keeps the scenes fresh and captivating. As Nokotan and Koshi drag unsuspecting supporting characters into their chaotic orbit, they elevate mundane interactions into something truly memorable.
“DeerColle, Streaming, Hospitality, Etc.” highlights how My friend the deer Nokotan thrives by expanding its universe beyond the confines of school. The anime’s ability to take its quirky main characters and confront them with the routine of the ordinary outside world proves that it’s not just about jokes or repetitive antics. On the contrary, it shows that the charm of the anime lies in its ability to turn ordinary moments into absurd and hilarious escapades. By introducing new characters like Tsubameya, the series maintains its sharp humor and captivating storytelling, ensuring that viewers stay hooked and eagerly await each new twist in the eccentric adventures of Nokotan and his friends.
Now it is obvious that My friend the deer Nokotan does not just ride the wave of its initial novelty. He’s been refining his formula, turning each episode into a masterclass in how to inject comedy in the shenanigans of everyday life while keeping the audience eager for what’s to come. The show’s ability to find humor in the most unexpected places ensures that each new episode feels like a welcome dose of delicious unpredictability. If Episode 7 is any indication, My friend the deer Nokotan is poised to continue its reign as a unique and entertaining gem in the anime landscape.
My Deer Friend Nokotan is now streaming on Crunchyroll.
My Friend the Deer Nokotan Episode 7, “DeerColle, Streaming, Hospitality, etc.”
Koshi Torako has fooled everyone. Her classmates see her as a bright student, unaware of her past as a secret delinquent. But her quaint new school life is thrown into chaos when she runs into Shikanoko Noko, a girl with deer antlers! Chaos seems to follow this strange, doe-eyed girl.
- Release date
- July 7, 2024
- Creator(s)
- Oshioshio
- Casting
- Megumi Han, Saki Fujita, Rui Tanabe, Fuka Izumi, Yurika Kubo, Rio Tsuchiya, Chinatsu Akasaki, Kôsuke Toriumi
- Seasons
- 1
- Tsubameya is a hilarious addition.
- Nokotan and Torako’s evolving friendship/dynamics.
- It would have been fun to see DeerColle in real life.