Young adult novel-based animes often utilize medieval settings as a backdrop against which to set slice-of-life narratives, and utilize elements of science fiction to experiment with the plot structure and characterization to produce great results. Touko Amekawa’s 7th Loop is a beautiful example in that regard, and uses the plot device of a time loop to explore an unlikely romance. For viewers who have become totally fatigued by the influx of shounen and seinen animes, Netflix’s anime adaptation of 7th Loop will feel like a breath of fresh air with its loving charm and wholesomeness.

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How Did Rishe Plan To Break The Time Loop?

Rishe Weitzner, noblewoman of House Weitzner, is betrothed to the Prince Dietrich of the Kingdom of Hermity. Due to societal norms, Rishe is barred from exploring her curiosities regarding various disciplines of life. However, she finds herself entangled in a peculiar conundrum...