With a newly self-assured Sasahara at the helm, the Genshiken club finds itself navigating the addition of a staunch otaku critic, Ogiue. As Sasahara's dream of establishing a doujin circle materializes, the harsh truths of the real world, where even reality seems to dabble in crossplay, come to light. Meanwhile, discussions within the club focus on the evolving dynamics between Tanaka and Ohno, as their relationship tentatively progresses.