The series is, in essence, a compilation of many of the standard themes found in certain kinds of anime and manga series: childhood promises as the source of relationship drama, the influential yet shadowy Student Council, somewhat contrived scenarios designed to push the plot forward, mid-series "recaps" to remind viewers of previous events, and a sudden crisis that threatens to alienate the main characters and jeopardizes the outcome of the series. "Kujibiki Unbalance" is meant to be a very stereotypical anime series, serving as both an homage to and a parody of the kinds of series that the "otaku" of "Genshiken" would enjoy.