Ep 12. Beast of Friends, Part 1

Bunsen is a Beast! season 1 episode 12, titled "Beast of Friends, Part 1," follows the adventures of a young beast named Bunsen who attends school for the first time as he embarks on a journey to make new friends. Bunsen, who had previously never been to school before, is excited and a little nervous to meet new people and make new friends; however, he is unaware of the many challenges that await him in school.

Bunsen soon realizes that not everyone is keen to accept him. He is greeted by Mikey, the most popular kid in school, who is quick to dismiss him and ridicule him for being a beast. Heartbroken and humiliated, Bunsen struggles to make sense of his new environment. But Bunsen's cheerful and optimistic nature helps him make friends with Amanda Killman, a rule-abiding teacher's pet who has always been Mikey's right-hand woman. Even though Amanda is initially wary of Bunsen, she soon becomes impressed by his positive attitude and kindhearted nature.

Meanwhile, Mikey is determined to make Bunsen's school life a living nightmare. He is convinced that Bunsen is up to something and assigns Amanda the task of investigating him. Amanda reluctantly agrees and sets out to gather information about Bunsen. But as she spends more time with him, she realizes that he is genuinely a good guy and that Mikey's accusations are unfounded.

Bunsen and Amanda's relationship begins to flourish, and they become inseparable friends. Bunsen even persuades Amanda to break some rules and have some fun with him, leaving her feeling liberated and exhilarated. However, their newfound friendship is put to the test when Mikey decides to strike back against them. In the end, Bunsen and Amanda must band together and use all of their wits and skills to thwart Mikey's nefarious plans.

Overall, "Beast of Friends, Part 1" is a heartwarming and entertaining episode that explores themes of acceptance, friendship, and the struggles of fitting in. The colorful and lively animation, combined with the excellent voice acting, make for an engaging and enjoyable viewing experience. Despite the show's intended audience of children, the themes are relatable and resonate with viewers of all ages. This episode, in particular, lays the foundation for an endearing friendship between Bunsen and Amanda that continues throughout the series.