Season 2, Episode 20 of The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You sees a clash of aesthetics as Mimimi Utsukushisugi challenges Nano Eiai to a “beauty-finding” contest, with the stakes set incredibly high: expulsion from the Rentaro Family. This episode, titled “The Beautiful and the Bold,” delves into the complex feelings Mimimi harbors for Nano after a past defeat and tests the evolving bonds within Rentaro’s ever-growing polyamorous relationship.
Mimimi’s Beauty Showdown: A Battle for Acceptance
Mimimi, who lost to Nano in a previous beauty contest, still feels insecure about the results. When Mimimi reunites with Nano, she challenges her to a “search for beauty” contest, wagering their position in the Rentaro Family. The challenge involves the girls complimenting all the other girlfriends. Rentaro doesn’t want to lose either of them, so the competition becomes heated as it goes to the final round. Will Nano or Mimimi be kicked out of the family?
The Rules of Engagement: Declaring Inner and Outer Beauty
The core of the challenge lies in each participant’s ability to articulate the beautiful qualities of their fellow girlfriends. This isn’t just about surface-level compliments; it’s about demonstrating a genuine understanding and appreciation for each girl’s unique personality and charm. The girls are not satisfied with the praise, and Rentaro does not want to lose either of them.
Rentaro’s Dilemma: Can He Save Both His Girlfriends?
As the contest intensifies, Rentaro finds himself in a difficult position. He cherishes both Mimimi and Nano and doesn’t want to see either of them exiled. The episode explores his internal conflict as he tries to navigate the situation and find a way to keep his ever-expanding family together.
Evolving Relationships: Nano’s Subtle Transformation
Episode 20 highlights Nano’s personal growth since joining the Rentaro Family. Once known for her cold efficiency, Nano has gradually become more emotionally expressive and affectionate.
From Efficiency to Emotion: Nano’s Affectionate Side
Her friendship with Shizuka has been visible, and she’s certainly been more openly and emotionally affectionate with Rentaro and the others compared to her initial efficiency fixation. This is especially apparent in her interactions with the other girlfriends, as she genuinely praises their unique qualities during the contest.
Mimimi’s Misunderstanding: Seeing Only the “Embittered Bane”
Mimimi is unaware of Nano’s evolution; she still sees Nano as an opponent and a rival. This is driven by Mimimi’s insecurities about her own beauty and her inability to accept Nano’s effortless charm.
Production Details and Where to Watch
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You is produced by Bibury Animation Studios, with Hikaru Sato directing and Takashi Aoshima supervising the scripts. Akane Yano handles character designs, while Shuhei Mutsuki, Shunsuke Takizawa, and Eba compose the music.
Streaming Availability: Catching the Beauty Contest
The second season of The 100 Girlfriends is available for streaming on Crunchyroll.
Voice Cast
- Wataru Katou as Rentaro Aijo
- Kaede Hondo as Hakari Hanazono
- Miyu Tomita as Karane Inda
- Maria Naganawa as Shizuka Yoshimoto
- Asami Seto as Nano Eiai
- Ayaka Asai as Kusuri Yakuzen
- Amane Shindo as Rumi Haragaku
- Rie Takahashi as Iku Suto
- Lynn as Mimimi Utsukushisugi
- Kanon Takao as Meme Kakure
