The manga series Hayate no Gotoku! (Hayate the Combat Butler) began serialization in Weekly Shonen Sunday magazine.
The first anime adaptation of Hayate the Combat Butler aired its first episode on TV Tokyo.
A game based on Hayate the Combat Butler was released for the PlayStation Portable in Japan.
The second season of the anime Hayate the Combat Butler began airing.
Spin-off anime series titled Hayate the Combat Butler: Can't Take My Eyes Off You premiered.
Hayate the Combat Butler: Cuties, a 12-episode anime focusing on various side characters, aired.
Hayate Ayasaki's parents irresponsibly leave him with a massive debt of 156 million yen, forcing him to drop out of school.
Hayate prevents Nagi Sanzenin from committing suicide and becomes her personal butler after she chooses to save his life.
Hayate starts his duties serving Nagi Sanzenin at the Sanzenin Mansion, adapting to the wealthy lifestyle and household challenges.
Hayate meets Hinagiku Katsura, the student council president, sparking a complicated friendship and potential romance.
Hayate goes through various episodic challenges and battles to protect Nagi from kidnappers, rival suitors, and other mishaps.
Hayate discovers Nagi's deep passion for manga and anime, influencing his role and their relationship.
Hayate decides to attend the same school as Nagi and Hinagiku, deepening his connections and daily interactions.
Nagi manages to successfully create a manga, showcasing her talents beyond her wealthy background.
Hayate faces his past and former acquaintances who reveal more about his family background and debts.
Their bond grows stronger, moving beyond master and servant to genuine friendship and emotional support.
Critical series climax where Hayate and Nagi reconcile their feelings and address the future of their relationship and debts.
