So, I started this one on a whim without knowing this was part of the larger series (Love Live I believe) and generally someone who doesn’t watch idol shows. (However, I’ve been baited - in a good way- a few times - Zombieland Saga and Oshi no Ko I’m looking at you)

Overall I thought this was a really good Idol-adjacent show that stood up on its own. If I hadn’t been told it was part of the bigger series, I don’t think I would have known.I would imagine I might have gotten more enjoyment if I was able to pick up the easter eggs that I’m sure were sprinkled throughout the show, but I think that’s the perfect type of spin-off. Whether you’re familiar with the main story or not, you can still enjoy it, but if you know you get more out of it.

I did have a question though maybe someone can answer. Is this supposed to be like an alternate universe for these characters, where all the main girls are part of the same group in the main series and just play different roles here? Are there other shows like this under the umbrella? I’m not much of a fan of idol shows, but do enjoy CGDCT and SoL/Adventures like this was.