: Nijika informs the group that they must pay a "quota" to perform at the live house STARRY . To cover these costs, Bocchi is roped into taking a part-time job at the venue.
: Cementing her role as the "glue" of the band, Nijika acts as Bocchi’s mentor at the job, balancing gentle nudges for improvement with constant praise. Bocchi the Rock! Episode 2
In the second episode of , titled " See You Tomorrow ," Hitori "Bocchi" Gotoh takes her first concrete steps toward becoming a functional band member by confronting her extreme social anxiety in a professional setting. Plot Summary: The First Day of Work : Nijika informs the group that they must
: Bocchi's first shift is defined by her "Spotlight Effect" anxiety, where she imagines every customer is judging her. She initially attempts to serve drinks while squatting behind the counter to avoid eye contact. In the second episode of , titled "