Beheneko The Elf-Girls Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster [Season 1 Episode 2]

Beheneko: The Elf-Girl’s Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster! – Season 1, Episode 2 Review

A Purr-fectly Chaotic Adventure

If you thought the first episode of Beheneko: The Elf-Girl’s Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster! was wild, buckle up because Episode 2 cranks the absurdity up to eleven. This anime, based on the light novel series by Nozomi Ginyoku, follows the story of a knight who dies in battle and is reborn as a tiny, adorable behemoth—mistaken for a cat—only to become the pet of an elf girl named Aria. The premise alone is bonkers, but Episode 2 dives deeper into the chaos, blending fantasy, comedy, and a lot of questionable fan service.

The Plot Thickens (and So Does the Absurdity)

Episode 2 introduces Vulcan, the blacksmith, who somehow manages to make things even crazier. After Aria and Tama (the knight-turned-cat) go on a quest together, Vulcan crafts armor for Tama, because, you know, even cats need battle gear in this world. The armor is… well, let’s just say it’s not winning any design awards. Fans have pointed out that it looks “kind of lame,” but hey, at least it’s functional.

The episode also takes a surprisingly wholesome turn when Aria brings Tama to an orphanage where she volunteers. It’s a sweet moment that shows Aria’s softer side, but let’s be real—this show doesn’t stay wholesome for long. The real highlight? Tama’s ability to halt his evolution so he doesn’t suddenly turn into a terrifying monster and scare the kids. Because nothing says “family-friendly” like a cat who could, at any moment, reveal himself as an S-ranked behemoth.

Fan Reactions: Love It or Hate It?

The online discourse around this episode is as chaotic as the show itself. Here’s what fans are saying:

1. “The Cat’s Got Game”
   One fan hilariously noted, “This crosses the line from big oppai into stupidly big. I mean, she looks like an alien, or a mutant, and not in a good way.” Aria’s design has been a point of contention, with some calling it “unrealistically busty” while others just shrug and say, “At least the cat is cute.”

2. “The Harem Nobody Asked For”
   Episode 2 hints at a potential harem dynamic, which has fans divided. One commenter joked, “Of all the shows this season, I was not expecting a harem from this one.” Another added, “It’s sort of impressive to come up with not one but several characters that want to have sex with a cat.” Yikes.

3. “The Blacksmith Steals the Show”
   Vulcan, the blacksmith, has surprisingly become a fan favorite. One viewer pointed out, “Yet it has a physically accurate blacksmith. Girl’s got some arms.” It’s refreshing to see a female character who isn’t just there for fan service—though, let’s be honest, this show doesn’t shy away from that either.

4. “The Ecchi Debate”
   The show’s ecchi elements are polarizing. Some fans enjoy the ridiculousness, saying, “The few things they do right are making it worth watching… the lewdness makes me question my dignity though.” Others, however, feel it’s unnecessary: “I think this could have been fairly solid even without the Ecchi.”

Final Verdict: A Guilty Pleasure

Beheneko isn’t trying to be high art, and that’s okay. It’s a ridiculous, over-the-top fantasy comedy with a premise so absurd you can’t help but laugh. Episode 2 delivers more of the same—questionable character designs, bizarre plot twists, and a cat who’s somehow the most chivalrous character in the show.

If you’re looking for a serious fantasy anime, this isn’t it. But if you want something dumb, fun, and unapologetically weird, Beheneko might just be your next guilty pleasure. Just don’t think too hard about the fact that everyone wants to bang the cat.

Rating: 6/10 – It’s not good, but it’s entertaining in its own bizarre way.

What did you think of Episode 2? Love it or hate it? Drop your thoughts in the comments!