Hime-sama, “Goumon” no Jikan desu 2nd Season [Season 2 Episode 2]

Hime-sama, “Goumon” no Jikan desu 2nd Season Episode 2: When “Torture” Feels Like a Sleepover

Let’s cut to the chase: if you thought last week’s food-focused chaos was wild, Episode 2 of Hime-sama, “Goumon” no Jikan desu (or ’Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess for us English speakers) turns the absurdity up to 11—and honestly? It’s the best kind of silly. This 7-and-a-half-minute slice of chaos (yes, the episodes are that short) trades chains and dungeons for video games, polar bear cubs, and hot springs… and somehow, it works. Like, really works.

First, let’s recap the vibe for anyone just tuning in: Hime, our princess protagonist, is supposed to be a prisoner of the Hellhorde, captured mid-war with her mythical sword Excalibur. But instead of being locked in a dark cell, she’s basically living her best life—if her best life involved “tortures” that feel more like a friend group’s weird inside jokes. This week, the Hellhorde’s torturers level up their game (literally) with three new faces: Youki and Inki, the demon duo who whip out a Smash Bros.-esque game console, and Kuroru, a beast tamer with a secret weapon—an adorable baby polar bear. Oh, and there’s Giant, a giantess who gives off major “mom who forces you into a hug” energy.

Let’s start with the video game bit, because it’s pure comedy gold. Youki and Inki drag Hime into a gaming session, and instead of making her fight for her life, they’re just… geeking out. Hime’s reactions? Relatable AF. One minute she’s yelling, “I wouldn’t fall for your torture even if you gave me a comfy bed!” (a nod to Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle, which fans are obsessed with comparing this to), and the next she’s low-key having fun. Excalibur, her talking sword, even chimes in with a deadpan, “Why didn’t you call for help when you pulled out a cell phone?” Wait—she had a phone this whole time? And Excalibur’s just chilling with a blindfold in the hot springs later? Logic flies out the window here, but who cares? It’s hilarious.

Then there’s Kuroru, the beast tamer. She struts in with her polar bear cub, ready to “torture” Hime by making her play with it. Spoiler: Kuroru ends up being the one tortured—by how cute the cub is. She’s supposed to be scary, but instead she’s cooing and taking selfies. Fans on MyAnimeList went wild for this: “She came in to torture Hime and ended up getting tortured by the bear herself 😂” one user wrote. Same, tbh. That cub could get me to confess to anything.

And let’s not forget Giant, the giantess who drags Hime to a hot spring. Instead of hurting her, she’s giving her a back rub and treating her like a toddler. Hime’s like, “I’m a princess, not a baby!” but you can tell she’s loving the attention. Giant’s voice actress, Ai Kayano, nails that warm, maternal vibe—fans called her “ara-ara energy personified,” and yeah, that’s spot-on.

Now, let’s talk about the fan reactions, because they’re half the fun. Most people are here for the chaos: “This show is so sweet and wholesome I’m now on insulin,” one user joked. Another compared it to Sleepy Princess, saying, “Hime must be her cousin—both would rather chill than escape.” Even the haters are outnumbered by people who just want to laugh: “If it’s not for you, just don’t watch it,” a fan ranted, tired of overcomplicated reviews.

Sure, some folks think the joke’s getting repetitive. “She always gives in—super boring,” one critic said. But honestly? The repetition is part of the charm. It’s like watching your favorite meme on loop—you know what’s coming, but you still laugh. And let’s be real: in a world of dark, edgy anime, sometimes you just need 7 minutes of a princess being “tortured” with video games and cute animals.

The best part? The “tortures” never actually work. Hime confesses every time, but the info she gives is useless—like telling the Hellhorde that humans have fewer guards on Wednesdays (turns out, it’s just because of school). It’s a running gag that keeps the stakes low and the laughs high.

Oh, and let’s not sleep on the production value. The art style is bright and cartoony, perfect for the comedy, and the voice acting is top-tier—especially Hime’s VA, who goes from screaming to giggling in 0.2 seconds. The new characters, like Youki and Inki (voiced by upbeat and gloomy actors, respectively), add even more personality to the mix.

So, is Episode 2 worth watching? Duh. It’s not deep, it’s not profound, but it’s fun. It’s the kind of show you put on when you’re stressed, and suddenly you’re cackling at a sword in a hot spring or a polar bear cub stealing the spotlight. As one fan put it: “Just take 20 minutes out of your day to laugh and smile.”

And hey, if you’re still not sold? Wait till you see the post-credits scene: a knight is coming to rescue Hime. But knowing this show, he’ll probably end up joining the gaming session instead.

Final verdict? 10/10 would let the Hellhorde “torture” me with video games and polar bears. Bring on Episode 3.

— A fan who’s low-key jealous of Hime’s dungeon sleepover.