Hitorijime My Hero Episode 1 English Dub Crunchyroll
Okay, let's talk Hitorijime My Hero. Specifically, episode one dubbed in English. Crunchyroll blessed us, right?
I watched it. You probably watched it. The real question is, did we really watch it?
The Dub: Yay or Nay?
Dubs are always a hot topic. Some people are die-hard sub fans. Others (like me, sometimes) need to hear the characters yell in English. It’s a personal preference, okay?
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And Hitorijime My Hero's dub...well.
I'm gonna be honest, and this might be an unpopular opinion: I kinda liked it! Gasp!
Masahiro's Voice: A Little Too...Tame?
Now, don't get me wrong. Masahiro Setagawa is adorable. He’s this sweet, slightly clumsy high schooler.
But his English voice? I felt like it needed a tiny bit more...whine? Maybe a dash more "woe is me"? He’s got that perpetual damsel-in-distress vibe going on, and the dub didn't quite capture all of it, in my humble opinion.
Kousuke's Voice: Perfection!
On the other hand, Kousuke Oshiba's voice? Nailed it! Deep, slightly menacing, with that undercurrent of, "I secretly care about you even though I'm pretending not to."
Seriously, whoever cast that voice actor deserves a medal. Gold. It perfectly balances the scary teacher persona with the surprisingly soft side.
The Dialogue: A Few Missed Jokes?
Some of the humor didn't quite translate. Little nuances get lost in translation, you know?
It’s tough to perfectly capture the spirit of the original Japanese. But hey, they gave it a shot, and I appreciate the effort!
The Verdict: Still Worth Watching (or Re-Watching!)
Look, the dub isn't perfect. No dub ever truly is, is it? But it's enjoyable!
It's a perfectly fine way to experience the beginning of the Hitorijime My Hero story. Especially if you're multitasking (folding laundry, perhaps?) and can't focus on reading subtitles.
And let’s be real, the story itself is super cute. The awkwardness, the slow-burn romance… it's all there, just with different voices.
So, if you haven't checked out the English dub of Hitorijime My Hero Episode 1 on Crunchyroll, give it a try! You might be pleasantly surprised.
Just remember my little nitpicks about Masahiro’s voice and the occasional lost joke. Now go forth and enjoy the fluffy, slightly angsty, and ultimately adorable world of high school romance!
And if you disagree with me? That's totally cool! We can still be friends. (Maybe. As long as you admit Kousuke's voice is amazing).
