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| Tbh, I'd react in a a similar way as Akira if I was confronted by some guy who wants to "save the world". This has a mixture of fantasy and isekai. Cast has more male characters than the usual though and there's a variety of them. I'd like to also know more about Akira and her character but it's just the first episode for now. Much more curious on how they plan to develop the story in that magical world. |
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| Yelp, coly's mobage game reeks too much of the Ikemen Otome Game feature (that fans of the game will like), that's Liden Films back at it with yet another game adaptation. Why is Mili's OP so damn good, and HoneyWorks's LIP X LIP's ED in this affair only cements as much. A conspicuous Isekai at first glance, the girl of Akira Masaki finding herself transported by Murr to the Western Country of the world of wizards and magic, to then be pronounced as the Great Sage and welcomed to the Central Country, the wizards being at war with the Ministry of Magic with Drummond at the helm after losing their footing, as such with their Master Faust gravely injured and needing Akira's help, whizzing her away in their brooms, this life's journey is about to change for Akira. The riff of the Ministry of Magic and the wizards, setting off a flurry of who can claim Akira first. It's the expected meh for the usual Otome Game mobage to anime experience (which have been gone for a reason) but will at least give this a shot. |
KANLen09Jan 6, 11:51 AM
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| As a person who plays Mahoutsukai no Yakusoku since its release (it's been 5 years!) I must say that I'm pleased with the first episode! I have high hopes for this since the game's story and lore is so deep and well written! It makes me curious how will they show all of this in the anime~ The opening is breathtaking (both visually and musically); it fits with the premise and world of MahoYaku so much! Every song Mili made for this game is a banger after banger (yup, she made LOTS of songs for this project!) so hearing her making the OP sent me to heavens! The ED by LIPxLIP is also nice and it fits MahoYaku too in my opinion although I think the OP sounds a little bit better for me. I can't wait for what else will happen in the anime and how will they lead it... <3 I love Akira so much, both in game and in the 1st episode; she's a great MC/protagonist in game so I hope they make her justice! EDIT #1: WOW!!! This anime is trending on X in Japan right now and the fans are going crazy! I'm so proud of it! |
_fantasista_Jan 6, 11:26 AM
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| This whole story is so fucking stupid, and the pacing is so slow I'd have more fun running my fingernails on a chalkboard for 20 minutes. It's like it's written for a gacha game... oh wait |
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| It's impressive how this anime starts off so peaceful and then escalates to an insane level of brutality |
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It's impressive how this anime starts off so peaceful and then escalates to an insane level of brutality
| @Mari_Marx And I hope it stays that way! The plot in the game gets dark QUICK and a lot of things happen so I kind of hope the anime will deliver it! |
| ⊹₊ ˚‧︵‿₊୨୧₊‿︵‧ ˚ ₊⊹ ~ ~Will you make a promisе to me? |
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You can make enjoyable anime like that also with reverse harem and bi-sexuality like "My Next Life As A Villainess: All Routes Lead To Doom!" but this is just bad... I don't feel mc, start is original and i thought that it could be good but when i saw these mages, reverse harem, mc with no character (Ok she could be shy or smth but guys please) and sparking glitter everyone it was just "No, it's just trash".
| @Amerisch Well, it's definitely not anime for everyone but I wouldn't say it's a reverse harem. The characters don't feel romantic attraction to the protagonist, they treat them as their supervisor; she is someone who can save them so I believe they admire her and have big expectations of her as a Great Sage. It's pains so much to see so many people mistake it as a reverse harem. (◞‸◟；) |
| ⊹₊ ˚‧︵‿₊୨୧₊‿︵‧ ˚ ₊⊹ ~ ~Will you make a promisе to me? |
| I really think AI could read protag lines with more emotions. And it won't be "closet studio" quality either. And if you add very eloquent style of those lines and sheer stupidity of reactions and behavior. Then the only question would stay: why would anyone spend money for poor CM of own game? |
| Doesn’t get more joseimuke than an episode opening with a woman feeding her cats before getting spirited away to a fantasy harem of hot guys lol. Heard a lot of good things about the writing of the game this is based on, seems like an interesting world so far! Akira is pretty! Curious about the discrimination that wizards face. Pretty fucked up if Drummond was really sent there to tarnish the wizards name after they have fought so hard to protect the world? Certainly wouldn’t be a first in anime though Cock Robin is absolutely absurd for a name tho lmao |
Marinate1016Jan 6, 3:52 PM
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| Very normal first episode Protagonist being summoned to another world where she has to save this world, but this one has "magicians", they defend the kingdom every year, but this year they couldn't, and lost many allies... so to save them she invokes the "great thrush" (protagonist) Well, it's a very common beginning, very present in anime nowadays, and it looks like this one will be no different. |
| flawed but promising. It has some magical feeling, though limited by the budget. |
| Looks like this is mostly directed at girls, featuring bland Self-insert-chan getting her butt isekaied to a magical world full of flashy boy tropes with wavy hair and impeccable style. A dropper for me I think... |
k-0da said: @_fantasista_ hi kind of off topic but ur flores brothers banner is so beautiful how did you do that When I get a free moment after my work I will contact you! ( ◜‿◝ ) |
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| Ep 1 - 8/10 : There is a flower pot, which is rare these days, but so far she doesn't seem boring. The story and characters are classic for the genre, but it's visually neat, the scene with the petals was very beautiful. I don't like the opening but the ending is nice. I'm already weak for Shylock, but his voice has a lot to do with it. |
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Not familiar with the game but the first episode felt really fun (if slightly limited by budget) and I'm looking forward to the rest of the character introductions! I think my only complaint so far is that Akira feels far too passive, though I'll give her a pass for it being the very first episode.
| @briar826 Don't let the fun fool you!!! ꉂ(≧▽≦) Also that's interesting take with the budget - Mahoutsukai no Yakusoku is one of the best selling games in Japan so I doubt they didn't have budget for that and I believe it will get better eventually. It's mostly the studio that works on it so... It's not really Coly's fault. |
| ⊹₊ ˚‧︵‿₊୨୧₊‿︵‧ ˚ ₊⊹ ~ ~Will you make a promisе to me? |
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yitsuin said:
As a fan of the source material, it's not. the best introduction episode ever, but it's also pretty decent (I kept my expectations as low as possible to not disappoint myself haha). Actually, as someone who was incredibly excited for mahoyaku to finally get an anime, I'm the most disappointed about its reception---criticism or disinterest is extremely fair, but there are a lot of misconceptions floating around which is. painful..... because this really is such an incredibly written series with so much heart and passion ;A;
I think what's bothering me the most is that a lot of people don't realize that the original game has both a male MC and a female one! Some of the other mahoyaku adaptations (stage play, manga) actually have male Akira as the canon MC :D
Still, I totally get this is definitely a series that may not be everyone's cup of tea, so I'm just yelling pointlessly at the moon here (ha...ha......aha......a....) but if you're on the fence bc it feels like a reverse harem isekai......it's not really. I mean, there will always be ~implications~ with certain characters bc it's a joseimuke game, after all. But if the anime doesn't interest you but the lore does and you don't wanna read translations of the game, here is the manga which has male Akira as the MC, and mahosute is, outside of the game, The Way Mahoyaku Should Be Experienced, and in this essay, I will -
As a fan of the source material, it's not. the best introduction episode ever, but it's also pretty decent (I kept my expectations as low as possible to not disappoint myself haha). Actually, as someone who was incredibly excited for mahoyaku to finally get an anime, I'm the most disappointed about its reception---criticism or disinterest is extremely fair, but there are a lot of misconceptions floating around which is. painful..... because this really is such an incredibly written series with so much heart and passion ;A;
I think what's bothering me the most is that a lot of people don't realize that the original game has both a male MC and a female one! Some of the other mahoyaku adaptations (stage play, manga) actually have male Akira as the canon MC :D
Still, I totally get this is definitely a series that may not be everyone's cup of tea, so I'm just yelling pointlessly at the moon here (ha...ha......aha......a....) but if you're on the fence bc it feels like a reverse harem isekai......it's not really. I mean, there will always be ~implications~ with certain characters bc it's a joseimuke game, after all. But if the anime doesn't interest you but the lore does and you don't wanna read translations of the game, here is the manga which has male Akira as the MC, and mahosute is, outside of the game, The Way Mahoyaku Should Be Experienced, and in this essay, I will -
I feel the same. Especially since the original picks up after all twenty of them get together. It touches some pretty deep and philosophical topics. My heart literally shattered after seeing all those misconceptions.
To me Mahoyaku is special. Especially its unique exploration of character ideals. Everyone has a different outlook on the world. Mahoyaku is more a journey of asking questions than getting answers. In the end, the wizards’ kindness will always be a bright spot. Everyone is just so kind and caring.
Such a story of acceptance and love being ignored just makes me really disappointed… I’m not saying this for everyone, but to anyone even slightly interested, please the translations of the game! It’s just really good!!! XD
| @Jay_611 EXACTLY!! No but that's so sad so many western anime fans just judge it without even checking the source material! But, well, we can't do anything about it... But we should be happy because Mahoyaku is trending on X in Japan a lot after the first episode and as far I saw japanese audience loved it! |
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| Very good especially the op and ed, also highlight the atmosphere at the beginning and at the end it is well done 5 out of 10 |
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@_fantasista_ Oh, interesting! I wasn't aware the studio had a... reputation, for lack of a better word? (Or how popular the game would be, wow (´･ω･`) ) I can see where a lot of the criticisms are coming from now, though, but I also hope it gets better over time - the characters are really charming.
| @briar826 I mean I wouldn't say the studio is bad or anything since they made some quite popular anime! But yeah, I doubt it's the lack of budget but we will never know what goes in the Coly's headquarters! Yah, I think I will get better, especially when we get more into the main story; I think the anime will cover like a half of 1st chapter of main story from the game but let's just wait and see! <3 |
| ⊹₊ ˚‧︵‿₊୨୧₊‿︵‧ ˚ ₊⊹ ~ ~Will you make a promisе to me? |
| The first episode delivers a visually enchanting world and introduces intriguing characters, but it doesn’t fully break away from familiar fantasy tropes. While it’s a solid start, the pacing and predictability hold it back from being truly captivating. If you’re a fan of magical adventures, it’s worth giving a shot—just know it might take a couple of episodes to fully find its stride. |
__andre__Jan 7, 5:52 PM
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| I've seen a few shoujos / reverse harem anime but cannot feel the appeal for this one, like something's missing here. |
| No tomo malas decisiones, solo me gusta apoyar causas perdidas. Disfruté Mayoiga, Ou-sama Game, Evil or Live, Mirai Nikki, Big Order, Arifureta, Ex-Arm, Tesla Note, Shuumatsu no Harem y Platinum End nope les falle con esa, lo siento pero todos tenemos nuestros límites. Así de jodido es mi gusto en anime, ¡Y estoy pinche orgulloso de ello!  |
| yeah... after watching the first episode, i'm thinking this one is going to be a giant nope for me... The Great Sage's Power is Omnipotent... was enough josei reverse-harem to last me a lifetime... i'm gonna leave this one alone till i've got absolutely nothing else to watch and try the 2nd and maybe the 3rd episode to make 100% sure. |
just an ol school American otaku enjoyin the life. don't sass me kiddies, i've been otaku probably since before you were born. leave me in peace and i won't bother you either.  |
| Ugh its a reverse harem show.....I need to do better homework. |
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