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Welcome to the N-H-K — Season 1
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01
24mWelcome to the Project!The relentless sound of anime music, blasting from next door, shattered Tatsuhiro Sato’s carefully constructed fantasies of shadowy plots and hidden agendas. A simple complaint would resolve the disturbance, yet the prospect felt insurmountable. He was a *hikikomori*, withdrawn and unable to navigate the simplest social interactions. It was during a chance encounter with a girl named Misaki that the course of his life began to subtly, irrevocably shift.Jul 9, 20067.2Jul 9, 200624m7.202
24mWelcome to the Creator!Deep within the park's shadowed expanse, Tatsuhiro encountered Misaki. She offered a cure for his reclusive existence, a proposition contingent upon joining her project. He resisted, determined to dismiss her words, yet Misaki proved persistent. Impulsively, Tatsuhiro fabricated a story of being a "creator," a claim she met with skepticism and a demand for verification.Jul 16, 20067.4Jul 16, 200624m7.403
24mWelcome to the Beautiful Girl!It happened by chance that Tatsuhiro learned his boisterous neighbor, a devoted otaku, was an underclassman he'd known from high school. They found themselves discussing the possibility of creating an eroge, an erotic game. Before embarking on this project, however, Tatsuhiro felt compelled to seek inspiration, immersing himself in the world of eroge himself. He became deeply absorbed in the realm of idealized, beautiful girls.Jul 23, 20067.0Jul 23, 200624m7.004
24mWelcome to the New World!The development of the eroge has commenced, though Tatsuhiro is struggling with a severe case of writer's block. He finds himself unable to conceive of a compelling scenario or a suitable heroine for the project. Consequently, Kaoru drags him to various otaku hubs – maid cafes and similar establishments – in an attempt to spark inspiration. However, these environments prove to be largely unfamiliar territory for Tatsuhiro.Jul 30, 20066.6Jul 30, 200624m6.605
24mWelcome to Counselling!After four years and four months, Tatsuhiro encountered Hitomi, his senior from high school, now working as a civil servant. The reunion stirred something within him, a nascent desire to cease his withdrawal and confront the issues that defined his reclusive existence. It seemed, then, that counseling could finally begin.Aug 6, 20066.8Aug 6, 200624m6.806
24mWelcome to the Classroom!Tatsuhiro wrestled with the plot for his eroge, but the task had to be postponed. He had a second counselling session scheduled with Misaki. During the meeting, the topic of Kaoru's girlfriend arose, a revelation that surprised Tatsuhiro. He’d never considered Kaoru suited for such a role. To verify this unexpected information, Tatsuhiro followed Kaoru to his design school, only to find himself lost and inadvertently stumbling into a class for game writers.Aug 13, 20066.8Aug 13, 200624m6.807
24mWelcome to the Moratorium!Following his panic attack at Kaoru’s design school, Tatsuhiro retreated further into isolation, remaining indoors for days on end. An unexpected phone call from his mother disrupted this routine. She wished to meet him, to discuss his plans for the future. Tatsuhiro feared he would be coaxed back home, a prospect he dreaded. So, he fabricated a story of employment and a girlfriend. This deception promised to be a difficult one, but fortunately, Misaki offered her assistance.Aug 20, 20067.4Aug 20, 200624m7.408
24mWelcome to Chinatown!The day his mother was due to visit arrived, and Tatsuhiro found himself utterly unprepared. His room was a disaster, demanding a thorough cleaning. When she arrived, they all went out for lunch in Chinatown. As they ate, a familiar guilt began to gnaw at Tatsuhiro – the weight of his lies to his mother. He wrestled with the urge to confess, though a nagging doubt lingered: perhaps she already suspected him, and Misaki, of their deception.Aug 27, 20067.2Aug 27, 200624m7.209
24mWelcome to Summer Days!The lingering memory of their near intimacy with Misaki occupied Tatsuhiro's thoughts. As summer vacation arrived, Kaoru invited him to the Summer Comic Market, but first, they had a month to complete the eroge they'd begun.Sep 3, 20067.0Sep 3, 200624m7.010
24mWelcome to the Dark Side!The morning following the fireworks festival found Tatsuhiro and Kaoru returning to their work on the eroge. Yet, Tatsuhiro's affection for Misaki had deepened, manifesting in subtle shifts in his behavior. However, his understanding of her remained elusive, and a creeping paranoia began to take hold. He started to suspect she was involved with the NHK, perhaps plotting something against him.Sep 10, 20067.5Sep 10, 200624m7.511
24mWelcome to the Conspiracy!With their counselling concluded, Tatsuhiro felt a growing suspicion of Misaki's intentions. This newfound unease afforded him more focused time to complete the game he was developing with Kaoru, the deadline for which pressed ever closer. Meanwhile, Hitomi was increasingly burdened by the pressures of daily life, a familiar sense of being conspired against stirring within her – a feeling reminiscent of her high school days. Eventually, she made a visit to Tatsuhiro.Sep 17, 20067.5Sep 17, 200624m7.512
24mWelcome to the Offline Gathering!Summer vacation had arrived, and Tatsuhiro and Hitomi were now traveling to the “Offline Gathering,” a destination that proved disquietingly different from what he anticipated. They were journeying to an island populated by peculiar individuals, and it wasn't until later that Tatsuhiro discovered the true nature of this gathering. Misaki, Kaoru, and Hitomi’s husband would eventually learn of their whereabouts.Sep 24, 20067.2Sep 24, 200624m7.213
24mWelcome to Heaven!The island, meant to be a sanctuary for someone like him – a hikikomori – had become a living hell. Tatsuhiro had discovered, with a chilling certainty, the true purpose of the Offline Gathering he and Hitomi had attended: it was a meeting place for those seeking oblivion.Oct 1, 20067.5Oct 1, 200624m7.514
24mWelcome to Reality!The Offline Gathering concluded without loss of life, leaving a quiet contemplation in its wake for all but Tatsuhiro, who remained consumed by resentment towards Misaki. Afterward, the participants sought rest and healing in a communal hot spring. There, two members were met with anxious parents, their relief palpable. Tatsuhiro eventually returned to his solitary existence, only to receive a troubling phone call from his mother.Oct 8, 20067.5Oct 8, 200624m7.515
24mWelcome to the Fantasy!His mother’s phone call delivered the news: his father had lost his job. Consequently, Tatsuhiro’s allowance was reduced, and he found himself in need of his own income. Armed with a free trial obtained from a classmate during an offline meeting, Tatsuhiro intended to earn money through an MMORPG by selling virtual items. However, his carefully laid plans began to unravel as he became increasingly engrossed in the game's fantastical world.Oct 15, 20067.5Oct 15, 200624m7.516
24mWelcome to Game Over!Immersed in the fantastical realms of online gaming, Tatsuhiro has retreated further into himself, a state noticed by Misaki. As Tatsuhiro pursues elusive treasures with his newly assembled companions, Misaki attempts to draw him back from this latest obsession, though her efforts may be in vain. Soon after, a call arrives for Tatsuhiro, one originating from a figure in his past – a classmate from high school.Oct 22, 20066.8Oct 22, 200624m6.817
24mWelcome to Happiness!Tatsuhiro’s phone rang with a call from Megumi, the class representative from his high school – a woman he would soon be meeting in person. He confessed to her his status as a hikikomori, and she, with a surprising kindness, invited him to meet her successful senior, someone rumored to be able to help him overcome his NEET struggles. However, upon arriving at the seminar, Tatsuhiro quickly sensed he had stumbled into something far more unsettling: a pyramid scheme.Oct 29, 20067.2Oct 29, 200624m7.218
24mWelcome to No Future!Fresh from the disillusionment of a pyramid scheme, Tatsuhiro and his companions implored Megumi to call the whole affair off. But she showed no inclination to refund their purchases. Having been deceived a second time, they made their way to Megumi’s house, intending to return the merchandise. Instead, they stumbled upon something profoundly unsettling.Nov 5, 20067.5Nov 5, 200624m7.519
24mWelcome to the Blue Bird!Tatsuhiro, Misaki, and Kaoru visited Megumi's house to deliver the "Mouse Road" items, only to find she was caring for her reclusive brother, Torotoro, a character from the online game *Ultimate Fantasy Online*. After resolving their business with Megumi and her brother, the trio departed, each returning to the familiar rhythm of their lives.Nov 12, 20067.5Nov 12, 200624m7.520
24mWelcome to Winter Days!Tatsuhiro and Kaoru were nearing the completion of their eroge when a serious phone call from home forced Kaoru to leave abruptly. The solitude was a stark contrast to their usual collaboration, and Tatsuhiro felt a surge of relief when Kaoru returned. However, his reunion was shadowed by news of impending obligations: upon finishing their game, Kaoru would have to return to the family farm. They sought solace in drink, and their shared melancholy led them to a moment of regrettable impulsivenesNov 19, 20067.5Nov 19, 200624m7.521
24mWelcome to the Reset!Despite the satisfaction of finishing their eroge, Tatsuhiro and Kaoru find little success at the Winter Comic Market. With that hurdle cleared, Kaoru now focuses on organizing his things before departing for his parents' farm.Nov 26, 20068.0Nov 26, 200624m8.022
24mWelcome to God!Lost in the throng of Tokyo, Tatsuhiro found himself unexpectedly reunited with Hitomi and spent the evening of New Year's Eve in her company. Their time together concluded with a quiet farewell, and soon after, Tatsuhiro encountered Misaki, her spirit heavy with melancholy. The following days saw Misaki’s despair deepen, a darkness Tatsuhiro remained oblivious to, until their scheduled counselling session.Dec 3, 20067.2Dec 3, 200624m7.223
24mWelcome to Misaki!Misaki’s demeanor felt altered, a subtle shift in her usual disposition, as she selected an unexpected subject for their counseling session. It transpired that this marked Tatsuhiro's last appointment; Misaki was conducting a final assessment before his departure from the project. The graduation itself proved difficult, as Tatsuhiro harbored a profound sense of unworthiness, believing himself incapable of providing the support Misaki deserved. Consequently, he severed all connections with her.Dec 10, 20067.8Dec 10, 200624m7.824
24mWelcome to the NHK!Tatsuhiro found Misaki at the cliff where her mother had died, driven by a desperate need to avert a repeat tragedy. Having prevented her from taking such a reckless step, he now believes the only way to safeguard her is to mirror her folly. Lost in elaborate fantasies of NHK conspiracies, he embarks on an equally unconventional campaign to dismantle them.Dec 17, 20067.0Dec 17, 200624m7.0
