Nyaan, who had previously seemed so quiet, shocked viewers online with this drastic change in personality. Many commented, “She’s the type whose personality changes behind the wheel,” and “Nyaan’s actually pretty dangerous,” or “She’s a mad dog when cornered.”

On the other hand, fans also found themselves charmed by Haro’s frightened reactions. Remarks such as “Haro was so pitiful but cute this time,” “This episode, Haro was adorable,” and “Well of course he’d be scared after being kicked!” became widespread.

“Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX” is the latest installment in the Mobile Suit Gundam series, which began in 1979. The story follows high school girl Amate Yuzuriha, who lives peacefully in a space colony, but is drawn into the illegal mobile suit dueling competition known as “Clan Battle” after meeting the mysterious girl Nyaan. Jointly produced by Studio Khara, known for the “Rebuild of Evangelion” film series, and Sunrise, the show stirred up excitement with a special theatrical premiere in January of this year that grossed approximately 3.4 billion yen (about $34 million USD). It’s now been announced the film will be re-released in 368 theaters nationwide starting June 20.

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