Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica
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Synonyms: Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magika, Magical Girl Madoka Magica
Japanese: 魔法少女まどか★マギカ
English: Puella Magi Madoka★Magica
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Type: Manga
Volumes: 3
Chapters: 12
Status: Finished
Published: Feb 12, 2011 to May 30, 2011
Genres: Drama Drama, Fantasy Fantasy, Horror Horror
Themes: Mahou Shoujo Mahou Shoujo, School School
Serialization: None
Authors: Magica Quartet (Story), Hanokage (Art)

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Ranked: #6312
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Popularity: #440
Members: 41,175
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