Exploring the Depths of Modern Magic: The Appeal and Evaluation of "Easy-to-Understand Modern Magic"

Easy to Understand Modern Magic - Easy to Understand Modern Magic

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Light novel

■ Broadcast period

July 12, 2009 - September 27, 2009

■TV Broadcast

• BS11 July 11, 2009 to September 26, 2009 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Saturday 24:00 to 24:30
• AT-X July 13, 2009 to September 28, 2009 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Monday 11:30 to 12:00
• Kids Station October 8, 2009 to December 24, 2009 (1st to 12th episodes) Every Thursday 24:00 to 24:30

■ Online distribution

• Bandai Channel July 13, 2009 to September 28, 2009 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Monday 12:00 to 12:30

■Broadcasting station

BS11, Bandai Channel, Kids Station, AT-X

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 12

■Original Story

Hiroshi Sakurazaka

■ Director

Yasuhiro Kuroda

■ Production

• Animation Production: NOMAD
• Produced by: "Modern Magic" Production Committee (Geneon Universal Entertainment, Shueisha, Lantis, Clockworks)

■Works

© Hiroshi Sakurazaka, Miki Miyashita/Shueisha, "Modern Magic" Production Committee

■ Story

Do you know about modern magic?

Koyomi Morishita, a clumsy and child-like high school freshman, decides to change her pathetic self. After stumbling across a flyer for a magic school, she visits one of the most powerful magicians, Anehara Misasagi. However, Misasagi's specialty is modern magic that makes full use of computers and programs...

■Explanation

Along with Yumiko Ichinose Christina, a classical magic user with an outstanding figure, Kaho Sakazaki, Koyomi's classmate and class representative, and Satoshi Hara, Mikasa's brother, who is foul-mouthed but good at cooking, they get caught up in numerous problems, but they stand up to anything without wavering in this modern-day magic fantasy!

■Cast

• Morishita Calendar/Nonaka Ai
• Yumiko Ichinose Christina/Haruka Tomatsu
• Kaho Sakazaki/Minako Kotobuki
• Satoshi Anehara/Shintaro Asanuma
• Anehara Misasagi/Nabatame Hitomi
• Satoshi Anehara (childhood) / Mutsumi Tamura
• Gary Huang/Kenji Hamada
• Gibartes/Masayuki Kato
• Mass/Ayumi Fujimura
• Kenjuro Anehara/Tsuyoshi Aoki
• Cristobaldo/Kazuyuki Okitsu
• Old Cristobaldo/Takayuki Sugo
• Jini/Satomi Sato

■ Main staff

• Planning: Akihiro Kawamura, Kazuhiko Torishima, Shunji Inoue, Nobuhiko Sako, Tatsuya Ono
• Original author: Hiroshi Sakurazaka
• Illustration: Miki Miyashita (serialized in Shueisha Super Dash Bunko's "Jump SQ.")
• Series Composition: Yuichi Kadota, Yasuhiro Kuroda
• Character design and animation supervision: Makoto Koga
• Chief animation director: Masafumi Tamura
• Art director/Kenichi Tatefuji (SEE THROU STUDIO)
• Color design/Osamu Mikasa
• Director of photography: Toru Sugawara (Studio Cosmos)
• Edited by Mutsumi Takemiya
• Sound Director: Aketagawa Jin
• Music: Yukari Hashimoto
• Music Producer/Yoshiyuki Ito
• Music Production/Lantis
• Art/SEE THROU STUDIO
• Digital caption/Masahiko Nakata
• CG Works/Kentaro Sasaki
• Sound effects/Takuya Hasegawa (Soundbox)
• Recording: Nobuhiro Negishi
• Recording assistant/Tetsuya Ohga
• Recording Studio/Prosen Studio
• Sound Production: Rie Tanaka (Magic Capsule)
• Sound Production/Magic Capsule
• Video Editing Studio/Q-TECH
• Online Editing Studio Desk/Masaaki Okamoto
• Production desk: Koichi Tamino
• Setting Production: Yano Takanori
• Logo design/Noboru Komatsu (Rise Design Room)
• Home page design/Heartyware
• Advertising/Takashi Iida, Teruhiko Sato
• Planning cooperation: Super Dash Bunko Editorial Department (Maruho Yukiharu), "Jump SQ." Editorial Department, Watanabe Makoto
• Producers: Tetsuro Saito, Nobuhiro Nakayama, Katsumi Koike, Tsuneo Takechi, Takashi Takano
• Production producer: Yuji Takae
• Produced by: Naoki Watanabe, Kohei Kawase, Tetsuro Satomi
• Animation Production: NOMAD
• Director: Yasuhiro Kuroda
• Produced by: "Modern Magic" Production Committee (Geneon Universal Entertainment, Shueisha, Lantis, Clockworks)

■ Main Characters

• Koyomi Morishita is a high school freshman who looks like an elementary school student when wearing casual clothes and is so clumsy that she falls over for no reason. She has a slightly off-kilter sense (extremely air-headed), as she decides to learn magic based on a suspicious straw paper flyer.
• Anehara Misasagi is a beautiful woman with jet black eyes, waist-length black hair, white skin and a strikingly beautiful appearance. However, she is extremely nearsighted. She is the leader of modern magic, having revived the magical techniques of her great-grandfather, who was a wizard, and is one of the strongest wizards currently in existence.
• Yumiko Ichinose Christina A beautiful girl of the same age as Koyomi, with silver hair, amethyst eyes, long white legs, and an unreasonably large chest. Her great-grandfather was a genius exorcist in Europe, and she is a user of classical magic who inherited his talent. She speaks arrogantly.
• Kaho Sakazaki is the class representative of Koyomi's class. She is good at science, especially machines, and is also knowledgeable about computers. She didn't believe in magic or supernatural phenomena, but after becoming involved in a magic-related incident, she began learning modern magic programming.
• The younger brother of Anehara Satoshirō Misasagi. It seems that he did not inherit the Anehara family's talent as magicians, but inherited his mother's talent for "good cooking" and "general housekeeping." Since he does not believe in magic, he is suspicious of his sister and the events surrounding her, calling them "tricks."

■Subtitle

• Episode 1/Hello, World (2009/07/11)
• Episode 2/wizardry(2009/07/18)
• Episode 3: Deus In Machina (2009/07/25)
• Episode 4/jini (2009/08/01)
• Episode 5: Jump Off into Never-Never Land (2009/08/08)
• Episode 6/ghostscript(2009/08/15)
• Episode 7/Voodoo Programming (2009/08/22)
• Episode 8/scratch monkey (2009/08/29)
• Episode 9: Open Death Trap (2009/09/05)
• Episode 10/quick-and-dirty (2009/09/12)
• Episode 11/Dragon Book (2009/09/19)
• Episode 12/TMTOWTDI (2009/09/26)

■ Related works

• Easy to Understand Modern Magic Episode 0
• Easy to Understand Modern Magic TV Course Easy to Understand Modern Magic
• Just before it goes on air! A basic lesson in modern magic that's easy to understand!! Preparation and review - It's not too late for this special -

■ Theme songs and music

• OP1
  
  • Programming for non-fiction
  • Lyrics: Saori Kodama
  • Composition: Page Jun
  • Arrangement/Page Jun
  • Vocals: Natsuko Aso
• ED1
  
  • Made in Wonder
  • Lyricist: Aki Hata
  • Composer: Katsuhiko Kurosu
  • Arrangement/Katsuhiko Kurosu
  • Singer: Aki Misato

Easy to Understand Modern Magic - Reviews and Recommendations

"Modern Magic Made Easy" is a 2009 TV anime series based on the light novel by Hiroshi Sakurazaka. This work blends the fantasy element of magic with modern society, and by depicting "modern magic" that makes full use of computers and programming, it breathes new life into the traditional image of wizards. Below, we will explain in detail the appeal and features of this work, as well as the recommended points.

Story and Themes

The main character, Koyomi Morishita, is a clumsy, childish-looking high school freshman. She decides to learn magic in order to change herself, and visits the most powerful modern magician, Anehara Misasari. Misasari's magic uses computers and programs, and is different from traditional magic. This setting symbolizes the fusion of technology and magic in modern society, providing a fresh surprise to viewers.

The story depicts Koyomi facing various problems while learning magic. Her growth, her bonds with her friends, and the solutions she uses magic are at the center of the story. In addition, unique characters such as Yumiko Christina, a classical magician, and Soshiro, who doesn't believe in magic, appear, adding depth to the story.

character

Koyomi is an appealing character with her clumsy and naive personality. Her growth and efforts resonate with the viewer. As a leading expert in modern magic, Misari is impressive for the way she makes full use of her knowledge and skills. Her weakness of being extremely nearsighted also makes her seem more human. Yumiko Christina, a user of classical magic, has a presence that contrasts with Koyomi. Her haughty attitude and passion for magic add excitement to the story. Kaho is an intriguing science student who explores the boundaries between magic and science. Soshiro is a realist who does not believe in magic, and is contrasted with his sister Misari. His talents in cooking and housekeeping also add humor to the story.

Animation and performance

NOMAD, the animation studio, is particular about the character designs and drawings. In particular, the scenes where magic is used make full use of CG and special effects to enhance the visual impact. Another notable feature is the use of digital subtitles and CG works that reflect the concept of modern magic. These production techniques visually express the theme of the story and deepen the viewer's understanding.

Music and theme song

The opening theme "programming for non-fiction" leaves an impression with Aso Natsuko's powerful singing voice and a rhythm that matches the theme of modern magic. The ending theme "Made in WONDER" features Misato Aki's gentle singing voice, enhancing the warmth of the story. These songs not only add to the atmosphere of the story, but are also important elements that arouse the emotions of the viewer.

Recommended points

The appeal of "Modern Magic Made Easy" lies in its innovative setting, which blends the fantasy element of magic with modern society. In particular, the modern magic that makes use of computers and programming offers viewers a new perspective. Additionally, the story depicts the growth and bonds between unique characters, evoking empathy in viewers. The animation and music also express the theme of the story visually and audibly, and boast high quality overall.

This work is recommended not only for those who like magic and fantasy, but also for those who are interested in modern society and technology. In particular, those with knowledge of programming and computers will find it easy to empathize with the setting of modern magic. It is also wholeheartedly recommended for those who want to enjoy character development and human relationships. "Modern Magic Made Easy" is a wonderful work that will provide viewers with new surprises and excitement.