Beheneko The Elf-Girls Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster [Season 1 Episode 1]

“Beheneko: The Elf-Girl’s Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster!” – A Wild Ride of Fantasy and Absurdity

If you’re looking for an anime that blends fantasy, reincarnation, and a hefty dose of absurdity, Beheneko: The Elf-Girl’s Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster! might just be your next guilty pleasure. The first episode of this series, titled The Elf Girl and the Knight’s Vow, sets the stage for a bizarre yet oddly entertaining adventure.

The Premise: A Knight Reborn as a Cat (Sort Of)

The story kicks off with a knight dying in battle, only to be reincarnated as a baby Behemoth—an S-ranked monster that, hilariously, looks exactly like an adorable house cat. Enter Aria, a novice D-rank adventurer who adopts this seemingly harmless feline, unaware of its true power. The knight-turned-cat, now named Tama, retains his chivalrous demeanor, leading to some comedic and occasionally questionable situations.

Fans have pointed out that the premise is both ridiculous and oddly charming. One commenter on MyAnimeList joked, “Nobody asked to be a cat!”—capturing the absurdity of the knight’s new life. The show leans heavily into its fantasy-isekai roots, but with a twist that’s equal parts cute and chaotic.

The Good, the Bad, and the… Ecchi?

The first episode has sparked mixed reactions. On one hand, Tama’s design is undeniably cute, and the dynamic between him and Aria has potential. Fans appreciate the knight’s internal struggle—trying to uphold his honor while stuck in the body of a fluffy pet.

On the other hand, the show doesn’t shy away from fan service, which has been a point of contention. Aria’s exaggerated proportions and the show’s occasional lewd humor have drawn criticism. One fan quipped, “This crosses the line from big oppai into stupidly big.” Another added, “The dog one was much lewder, but in this one, she just straight up said she is going to have sex with the cat at the nearest available opportunity.”

Despite the ecchi elements, some viewers argue that the show’s humor and fantasy-adventure aspects make it worth watching. As one fan put it, “The few things they do right are making it worth watching… the lewdness makes me question my dignity though.”

Comparisons and Expectations

The show has drawn comparisons to other fantasy-ecchi hybrids like Inukai-san’s Dog, but with a feline twist. Some fans find it refreshing, while others feel it’s just another entry in a crowded genre. One viewer noted, “It’s sort of impressive to come up with not one but several characters that want to have sex with a cat.”

The animation and character designs have also been a talking point. While the manga’s art style is praised for its cuteness, the anime’s adaptation has been criticized for making characters look older and less appealing. “The manga has much cuter character designs,” one fan lamented.

Final Verdict: A Fun, Flawed Start

Beheneko’s first episode is a mixed bag—ridiculous, occasionally cringe-worthy, but undeniably entertaining. It’s not going to win awards for depth or originality, but if you’re in the mood for a lighthearted, fantasy romp with a side of absurdity, it might just scratch that itch.

As one fan summed it up: “This was certainly a show that existed. Somehow it’s not the worst show of the season either.”

Whether you’re here for the cat, the chaos, or just to see how far the absurdity goes, Beheneko promises a wild ride. Just don’t take it too seriously—because the show certainly doesn’t.

Rating: 6/10 – Fluffy, fun, and a little bit ridiculous.