BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense.
Finished · 12 epSILVER LINK. · 2020 · Japan

BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense.

痛いのは嫌なので防御力に極振りしたいと思います。

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The story centers on Kaede Honjou, who is invited by her friend Risa Shiramine to play a virtual reality MMO game with her. While Kaede doesn't dislike games, what she really, truly dislikes is being in pain. She creates a character named Maple, and decides to put all her points in VIT to minimize pain. As a result, she moves slowly, can't use magic, and even a rabbit can get the best of her. However, as it turns out, she acquires a skill known as "Absolute Defense" as a result of her pumping points into VIT, as well as a "Counter Skill" that works against special moves. Now, with her ability to nullify all damage, she goes on adventures. (Source: Anime News Network, edited)

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BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense.Current · TV · 2020
BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense. Season 2Sequel · TV · 2023

Episodes

12
1. Episode 1 - Defense and First Battle
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2. Episode 2 - Defense and Friends
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3. Episode 3 - Defense and Reaching Second Level
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4. Episode 4 - Defense and Second Event
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5. Episode 5 - Defense and Spoils of War
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6. Episode 6 - Defense and Reinforcements
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7. Episode 7 - Defense and Upgrades
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8. Episode 8 - Defense and Third Event
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9. Episode 9 - Defense and Fourth Event
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10. Episode 10 - Defense and Attack
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11. Episode 11 - Defense and Mighty Foe
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12. Episode 12 - Defense and Bonds
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