The Ice Guy And His Cool Colleague

Office Romances: An Unpopular Opinion on The Ice Guy and His Cool Colleague

Let's talk about office romances. Specifically, anime office romances. And even MORE specifically, *that* anime. You know the one.

I'm talking about The Ice Guy and His Cool Colleague. Yeah, that one. Don't act like you haven't seen it.

First Impressions: Chills and Thrills?

Okay, the premise is cute. Himuro, the descendant of a snow spirit, accidentally freezes things when he gets flustered. Fuyutsuki, his stoic colleague, is super helpful and observant.

Sounds like a recipe for adorable awkwardness, right? It is! Sort of.

But here's my unpopular opinion: Is it *too* slow? I think so.

The Slow Burn: A Little *Too* Slow?

I get it. Slow burn romances are great. The tension, the longing glances, the almost-kisses... it's all good stuff.

But Himuro and Fuyutsuki? They're practically glacial. Pun intended.

It feels like they're stuck in first gear the entire time. We're talking a *very* deliberate Sunday drive, in a snowstorm, uphill.

Fuyutsuki: The Undisputed MVP

Let's be real. Fuyutsuki carries the entire show. She's insightful and kind and totally unfazed by Himuro's accidental ice sculptures.

She's the kind of person you'd actually want to work with. No drama, just solutions. A true queen.

I mean, who wouldn't fall for someone who brings you blankets and hot cocoa when you accidentally summon a blizzard in the office?

Himuro: Needs a Little Help

Don't get me wrong, Himuro is adorable. A big, fluffy, easily flustered snow spirit. What's not to love?

But he's so... passive. He needs a push! Someone needs to give this guy a dating coach.

His inner monologues are more exciting than his actual actions. Let's see some initiative, my dude!

The Side Characters: Holding it Together

Thankfully, the side characters offer some much-needed comedic relief. They're like little sunshine rays breaking through the frosty romance.

They see the obvious. They try to help. Bless their hearts.

They are probably thinking what we are thinking!

My Unpopular Verdict

The Ice Guy and His Cool Colleague is a cute anime. I won't deny it.

But, it's a bit... overrated? Maybe.

I'd argue that it's visually appealing and heartwarming, but the romance progresses at the speed of, well, melting ice in Antarctica.

"It's like watching two adorable penguins slowly waddling towards each other across a vast, icy plain. You *want* them to get there, but you're starting to wonder if you should pack a lunch for the journey."

So, what's your opinion? Am I being too harsh? Or are you secretly thinking the same thing?

Let me know! And maybe suggest a more engaging office romance anime. I'm all ears (and eyes).