Well this certainly seems to have come out of left field. Do-Up has decided to release this Setsu from (seemingly?) obscure dating sim Dream Club, somehow exclusive to Xbox 360 despite Japan's lack of interest in the machine--though it did apparently show up on PSP later, as well. I am a little confused as to why Do-Up would pick Setsu, though. Judging from the game's cover, it seems like there's a multitude of more suitable, appealing characters to choose from.

Whatever the reason, Setsu is what we get. I have to say she certainly looks about as generic as her source material, and it doesn't help that I've never been a fan of the side-pony look at all. Despite this, it does seem like the base design does show a little promise. I'm a sucker for the detached sleeves look, and the uniform itself is a somewhat unique twist on the usual maid get-up.

Is she worth picking up? That's for you all to decide. But it seems to me the potential may be there if Do-Up--or anyone else--decides to release other girls from the club. You'll be able to pick Setsu up in the meantime for around ¥8,500 in April.

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