The Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime Merch

Okay, confession time. I'm a total sucker for anime merch. Especially when it involves a squishy, blue slime. And yes, I'm talking about That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime!

It started innocently enough. A Rimuru Tempest keychain here, a small figure there. You know, just a little something to brighten up my desk. It quickly escalated.

The Great Merch Acquisition

Before I knew it, my apartment was slowly transforming into a mini-Tempest. There were plushies strategically placed on the couch, guarding the TV. A Rimuru mug that judged me every morning as I desperately needed coffee.

Don't even get me started on the clothing. At first, it was just a subtle t-shirt with the Slime logo. Then, I found myself strangely drawn to a full-blown Rimuru onesie. I swear, it was on sale!

The Unexpected Benefits

Here’s the thing: embracing the Slime merch madness has actually been… kind of awesome. For starters, it's a fantastic conversation starter.

I remember wearing my Rimuru t-shirt to the grocery store and a kid pointed and yelled, "Look, Mom! It's Rimuru!". It made his day, and honestly, mine too.

And let's not forget the comfort factor. Snuggling up with a giant Rimuru plushie after a long day is surprisingly therapeutic. It’s like having a squishy, blue stress ball that absorbs all my worries.

The "Slightly" Embarrassing Moments

Of course, there have been a few… questionable decisions. Like the time I wore the Rimuru onesie to a casual Friday at work. Let's just say, I stood out.

My boss gave me that look, the one that says, "Are you serious?". I mumbled something about a dare and quickly retreated to my cubicle, wrapped in blue, gelatinous shame.

Then there was the incident with the Rimuru bath bomb. I thought it would be a relaxing way to unwind. I ended up looking like a Smurf who’d fallen into a bubble bath factory.

The Power of Fandom

But even with the occasional awkwardness, I wouldn't trade my Slime collection for anything. It's a tangible representation of a show I genuinely love.

It's a reminder of the humor, the adventure, and the surprisingly heartwarming story of a slime who just wants to build a better world. Plus, let’s be honest, who doesn’t need a little more slime in their life?

Maybe I've gone a little overboard. But hey, at least my apartment is never boring. And if I ever need a quick pick-me-up, I just have to look around at my army of blue, squishy friends. They always bring a smile to my face.

So, if you're on the fence about buying that Rimuru figure or that Slime-themed phone case, I say go for it! Embrace the fandom. You might just find that it brings a little bit of joy (and maybe a little bit of blue) into your world.