Kuma-class too OP they get event-barred all the time.

That third panel kuma... Way too cute, off to poke her and swap her equipment a bunch of times.

With the face of an angel her words cut like a knife through the heart

Kako was supposed to be the 4rth ship of the Sendai class, which in turn were modifications of the Kuma class.

So, in some way, Kako was indeed supposed to be a light cruiser.

Then again, Kako has 4 slots and can equip Sanshiki.