2.1 FADE IN: INT. STUDIO BREAKROOM - MIDNIGHT While grappling with unexpected overtime, unreasonable working conditions, and unflattering costumes, URAMICHI makes the acquaintance of other jaded professionals deep behind the scenes. Digital strategist SAITO and merchandising whiz HANBEI almost seem like his kindred spirits, but their respective bad attitude and even worse temper keep the doors to URAMICHI'S fragile heart firmly shut. There must be someone out there who understands...right? 2.2 CUT TO: THE JADED COMEDY THAT INSPIRED THE ANIME