Girumasu [Season 1 Episode 1 to Episode 12]

“Girumasu” – A Hilariously Relatable Fantasy About a Receptionist Who Just Wants to Clock Out

If you’ve ever dreamed of a job where you can just do your work, leave on time, and never deal with overtime, then Girumasu (officially titled I May Be a Guild Receptionist, But I’ll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time) is the anime for you. This fantasy-comedy series, animated by CloverWorks, follows Alina Clover, a receptionist at an adventurers’ guild who despises overtime more than anything. But when paperwork piles up because adventurers take too long to defeat dungeon bosses, she takes matters into her own hands—literally.

A Receptionist with a Secret

Alina’s double life is the heart of the show. By day, she’s the sweet, overworked receptionist who just wants to go home. By night (or whenever she’s had enough), she transforms into the infamous “Executioner,” a mysterious figure who effortlessly annihilates dungeon bosses. The catch? She’s managed to keep this secret for two years—until Jade Scrade, the sharp-eyed leader of the high-ranking Silver Sword party, figures her out in the very first episode.

Fans on MyAnimeList and Reddit have been buzzing about how refreshing it is to see a fantasy anime from the perspective of a guild employee rather than yet another overpowered adventurer. One user joked, “We’ve seen anime about starting guilds, but what about the people working AT the guilds themselves? Never before seen, lol.”

Why It Works

The show’s charm lies in its absurd yet relatable premise. Alina isn’t some chosen hero or reincarnated warrior—she’s just a girl who wants a stable job with benefits. The irony? Her job is anything but stable, thanks to her own secret boss-slaying habit.

Viewers have praised the humor, especially Alina’s mood swings. “She’s cute, she’s OP, and she’s got anger issues—what’s not to love?” one fan wrote. Another added, “The way she switches from polite receptionist to hammer-wielding maniac is pure gold.”

The animation quality has also been a point of discussion. While some felt the dragon fight in Episode 1 could’ve been smoother, others appreciated the overall consistency, especially given CloverWorks’ reputation.

The Fan Reactions

The online discourse around Girumasu is a mix of hype and skepticism. Some fans are already calling Alina the “waifu of the season,” praising her design and Rie Takahashi’s voice acting. “Rieri is having a blast voicing this one, and her fun is contagious,” one comment read.

Others, however, worry about the show’s longevity. “It’s fun now, but will it just become a rinse-and-repeat of Alina complaining about overtime and then soloing a boss?” one Reddit user questioned. Another countered, “Who cares if it’s repetitive? If it’s this entertaining, I’ll take it!”

A particularly hilarious thread debated Alina’s life choices. “Why be a receptionist when she could just retire off dungeon spoils?” one fan wondered. Another replied, “Because job security, duh. Even OP MCs need health insurance.”

Final Thoughts

Girumasu is a breath of fresh air in the fantasy genre, blending workplace humor with action in a way that feels both ridiculous and oddly relatable. Whether you’re here for the comedy, the fights, or just Alina’s giant hammer, the show delivers a fun, fast-paced experience.

As one fan perfectly summed it up: “Alina is the hero we didn’t know we needed—a girl who just wants to clock out on time, even if she has to stack monsters and adventurers to do it.”

If you’re looking for a lighthearted, action-packed comedy with a protagonist who’s as relatable as she is overpowered, Girumasu is definitely worth a watch. Just don’t blame us if you start side-eyeing your own overtime hours afterward.

Rating: 8/10 – A hilarious, chaotic ride with a protagonist who’s all of us after a long workday.