This Was Supposed to Be an Isekai

A socially isolated, anime-obsessed young man is transported into a modern mixed-species world and mistakes ordinary life for an epic fantasy adventure. After accidentally infiltrating a comic studio, Ren becomes an illustrator, where his fictional assumptions collide with sincere coworkers, especially Mira, a 200-year-old elf writer who documents his behavior as “Anime — Possible Disease.” Through workplace chaos, friendship, romance, and occasional sincere drama, Ren learns that people are not archetypes and that connection matters more than becoming a protagonist. The world is tangible, contemporary, and technologically advanced, with grounded fantasy society, character-driven comedy, affectionate anime influence, expressive acting, and motivated cinematic lighting.