Re-reading back through after catching up to the current chapters... Now I understand the reason why some of these panels are the way they are.
Although, I won't elaborate more than that vague statement, for fear of spoiling anything. Just know that this was an unexpectedly fun find in my case, lol.
A self-aware character with a penchant for fourth wall breaks and commitment to his 2nd-tier status....Now this is some good comedy. Though I might start to feel bad for all the anime characters similar to him. Also, that bit about him wanting to bring some more flair and levity to the lives of the protagonist and co by being the goofy side character was actually touching.