Original
01/16/2015 - 03/27/2015 Finished
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata (冴えない彼女〈ヒロイン〉の育てかた)
Also known as: Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend
Tomoya Aki, an otaku, has been obsessed with collecting anime and light novels for years, attaching himself to various series with captivating stories and characters. Now, he wants to have a chance of providing the same experience for others by creating his own game, but unfortunately, Tomoya cannot do this task by himself. He successfully recruits childhood friend Eriri Spencer Sawamura to illustrate and literary elitist Utaha Kasumigaoka to write the script for his visual novel, while he directs. Super-group now in hand, Tomoya only needs an inspiration to base his project on, and luckily meets the beautiful, docile Megumi Katou, who he then models his main character after. Using what knowledge he has, Tomoya creates a new doujin circle with hopes to touch the hearts of those who play their game. What he does not realize, is that to invoke these emotions, the creators have had to experience the same feelings in their own lives.
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 12 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata have? Well, currently Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata has a total of 2 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata doesn't have a single filler episode: all 12 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 12 episodes of Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata aired in 2015 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
12 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | An Error-ridden Prologue01/16/2015 | 01/16/2015 | Canon |
| 2 | A Girlfriend Without a Raised Flag01/23/2015 | 01/23/2015 | Canon |
| 3 | Retake the Climax01/30/2015 | 01/30/2015 | Canon |
| 4 | Budget, Deadline and New Development02/06/2015 | 02/06/2015 | Canon |
| 5 | The Date Event of Crossing Paths02/13/2015 | 02/13/2015 | Canon |
| 6 | Deciding the Night for Two02/20/2015 | 02/20/2015 | Canon |
| 7 | Friend, Foe or a New Character02/27/2015 | 02/27/2015 | Canon |
| 8 | A Wingman's Traumatic Recollection Mode03/06/2015 | 03/06/2015 | Canon |
| 9 | One-on-one Route After 8 Years03/13/2015 | 03/13/2015 | Canon |
| 10 | A Melody of Reminiscing and Support03/20/2015 | 03/20/2015 | Canon |
| 11 | Ready to Start Resolving the Subplots03/27/2015 | 03/27/2015 | Canon |
| 12 | The Ups and Downs at the End of Each Day03/27/2015 | 03/27/2015 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata have?
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata has a total of 2 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata have?
In total, Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata has 12 episodes distributed across its 2 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata?
It is recommended to watch Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata online?
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll, official English website. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata a complete anime?
Yes, Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata have?
No, Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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