“The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl” continues its charming blend of fantasy, romance, and comedy with Episode 3, which premiered on April 20, 2025. This episode, titled “Gori Rhapsody of the Royal Capital and Sweets,” sees Sofia’s hopes for a peaceful school life further disrupted as new and familiar faces enter the scene. Here’s a breakdown of what happened and what makes this episode worth watching.
Sofia’s Not-So-Peaceful School Life
Sofia Reeler’s life took an unexpected turn when she received the blessing of the Gorilla God, granting her immense strength. Episode 3 dives deeper into the challenges she faces as she tries to balance her normal life with her newfound responsibilities as a knight.
The episode begins with Isaac Sheehan and Eddie Pheles, who passed the cadet examination, transferring to Sofia’s academy. To her surprise, Louis Scarrel, the handsome knight who administered her exam, is also a senior student at the same school. As the three guys warmly greet Sofia, the girls who admire Louis become jealous, and Sofia is bombarded with questions from her curious classmates.
Royal Knights and a Hairstyle
Sofia’s noteriety continues to grow after having such close interactions with Louis, Isaac and Eddie. Sofia’s peaceful aspirations begin to diminish due to the ever-growing distractions around her.
Adding to her woes, Sofia is instructed to fix her hairstyle for the Royal Knights’ induction ceremony. While heading to a barbershop, she unexpectedly encounters Louis in the city.
New Characters
Episode 3 also introduces new characters:
- Arshent (Sniper Captain): Voiced by Shugo Nakamura
- Shin (Maritime Captain): Voiced by Shunichi Toki
- Victor (Ground Captain): Voiced by Hinata Tadokoro
- Leohart (Mysterious Noble): Voiced by Yuichiro Umehara
Highlights and Themes
- Humor: The series maintains its comedic tone, with funny interactions and situations that arise from Sofia’s immense strength and her attempts to fit in.
- Romance: The budding relationships between Sofia, Louis, Isaac, and Eddie continue to develop, adding a touch of romance to the story.
- School Life: The episode explores the challenges of balancing schoolwork with knight training, as well as the social dynamics of Sofia’s academy.
- Self-Acceptance: Sofia struggles with her gorilla strength, feeling that it makes her less feminine and makes her stand out. However, the episode subtly suggests that her strength doesn’t change who she is.
- The Importance of Kindness: Louis tells Sophia that she was chosen because of her kindness. Her strength is a gift that will allow her to help others.
Production
“The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl” is directed by Fumitoshi Oizaki at studio Kachigarasu, with series composition by Hitomi Amemiya, character designs by Sakae Shibuya, and music by Seima Iwahashi. The anime is based on the web novel by Shirohi and the manga adaptation illustrated by Mika Kamisu.
Where to Watch
“The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl” is available for streaming on Crunchyroll.
Final Thoughts
Episode 3 of “The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl” continues the series’ enjoyable mix of comedy, romance, and fantasy. With new characters, developing relationships, and Sofia’s ongoing struggle to balance her normal life with her newfound strength, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the series.
