"Magical Girl Ore" Review: A fusion of surprise and laughter

A comprehensive review and recommendation of Magical Girl Ore

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

comics

■ Broadcast period

April 2, 2018 - June 18, 2018
From 22:00

■Broadcasting station

Broadcast: AT-X, TOKYO MX

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 12

■Original Story

・Original work: Kekon Icchokusen

■ Director

・Director: Itsuro Kawasaki

■ Production

・Animation Production: Pierrot Plus

■Works

©Kekon Icchokusen・Fusion Product/Magical Girl Ore Production Committee

■ Story

The main character, Saki, is a 15-year-old girl who is working hard as an idol. She is a budding idol with her best friend, Mikage Sakuyo, but their live shows are always deserted. When Saki returns home after a live show, she finds a tough-looking man who seems to be a debt collector there!

■Explanation

"Love makes a girl stronger." Uno Saki works hard day and night in the entertainment industry as a member of the fledgling idol group Magical Twin. She admires Mikage Mohiro, the older brother of group member Sakurayo, a member of the top idol group STAR☆PRINCE. She would do anything for him. But this desire has brought about an unexpected miracle! Driven by her wish to "protect those she cares about," Saki transforms into a magical girl. However, her appearance is something she never expected...

■Cast

・Ueno Saki/Ohashi Ayaka・Magical Girl Ore (Ueno Saki)/Ishikawa Kaito・Ousho Ousho/Misawa Sachika・Magical Girl Sakigasuki (Ousho Ousho)/Hatano Wataru・Ousho Toji/Toyonaga Toshiyuki・Hyoe/Yusa Kouji・Yamo Konami/Morikubo Shoutarou・Kokoro-chan/Ichijo Kazuya

■ Main staff

・Original work: "Magical Girl Ore" Kekon Icchokusen (published by Fusion Product)
Director: Itsuro Kawasaki; Series Composition: Itsuro Kawasaki; Screenplay: Itsuro Kawasaki; Character Design: Yukiko Ibe; Chief Animation Director: Yukiko Ibe; Sub-Character Design: Nagamiko Okina; Art Director: Yuka Hirama; Art Setting: Hisae Arimoto; Color Design: Fusako Nakao; Director of Photography: Yomogiko Murano; Sound Director: Katsunori Shimizu; Music: Takeshi Nakatsuka; Produced by: Genco; Animation Production: Pierrot Plus

■ Main Characters

Saki Uno is a girl who works hard as an idol day and night as a member of the fledgling idol unit "Magical Twin." She admires her childhood friend Touji Misato and aims to become an idol herself. She becomes a magical girl out of her desire to protect Touji.
・Magical Girl Ore (Ueno Saki)
This is the form Saki transforms into after confessing her feelings for Momohiro. She fights by physically punching others using a magic wand.
・Osaka Osamu She is a member of the idol unit "Magical Twin" with Saki. She is Saki's best friend and the younger sister of Momoji, who Saki has a crush on. She has feelings for Saki.
・Magical Girl Sakigasuki (Osako Osako)
This is the form Sakurayo transforms into after confessing his feelings for Saki. Unlike Magical Girl Ore, she fights with her bare hands instead of using weapons.
・Mikado Touju is Saki's childhood friend and Sakurayo's older brother. He is a member of the top idol group "STAR☆PRINCE" and has a singing voice that attracts people and animals. For some reason, he is often targeted by demons.
Hyoe is a member of the top idol group "STAR☆PRINCE". He is fighting with Saki over Momohiro.
・Yamo Konami Saki and Sakurayo's manager. A serious magical girl otaku. Supports Saki and Sakurayo as they aim to be both idols and magical girls.
Kokoro-chan is a fairy from the magical world. She scouts Saki to become a magical girl to protect the town where Saki and her friends live.

■Subtitle

・Episode 1/Magical Girl☆Transformation (2018/04/02)
・Episode 2/Magical Girl☆Ore (2018/04/09)
・Episode 3/Magical Girls☆Increased (2018/04/16)
・Episode 4/Magical Girl vs. Modified Human (2018/04/23)
・Episode 5/Magical Girl☆Traveling (2018/04/30)
・Episode 6/Magical Girl☆Hot Spring Business (2018/05/07)
・Episode 7/Magical Girl☆Lesson (2018/05/14)
・Episode 8/Magical Girl☆Handshake Event (2018/05/21)
・Episode 9/Magical Girls☆More (2018/05/28)
・Episode 10/Magical Girl☆Stalking (2018/06/04)
・Episode 11/Magical Girl☆Final Battle (2018/06/11)
・Episode 12/Magical Girl☆I (2018/06/18)

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Period: 1-12
・NOISY LOVE POWER☆
・Lyrics/Saori Kodama ・Music/Yuki Honda (Arte Refact)
・Arrangement/Yuki Honda (Arte Refact)
・Song: Ayaka Ohashi・ED1
・Period: 1-8, 10, 12
・Glass Galaxy・Lyrics/em:?u
・Composer: Yuya Asaoka
・Arrangement/Yu Asada ・Song/STAR☆PRINCE Momoju & Heibei ・IN1
・Period: 1, 6-7, 12
・Honey Flash - It's changing ・Lyrics/em:?u
・Composition/Tsuyoshi Watanabe ・Arrangement/Tsuyoshi Watanabe ・Singer/Magical Twin・IN2
・Period: April, September
・I'm not a girl ・Lyrics by em:ou
・Composition: Tsukasa Yatoki (Arte Refact)
・Arrangement/Tsukasa Yatoki (Arte Refact)
・Song/MAHO☆SHOUJO Magical Girl Ore & Magical Girl Sakigasuki・IN3
・Period/6
・Tear Rain・Lyrics/Kana Shinohara
・Composition: Minori Kojima
・Arrangement/Kojima Minori
・Song/Inn President・IN4
・Period: July, December
・Love・Shock!
Lyrics: em:?u
・Composition: Tsuyoshi Watanabe ・Arrangement: Tsuyoshi Watanabe ・Singer: PRISMA Misa & Ruka ・IN5
・Period/12
・Be careful Madwoman Knight ・Lyrics/em:?u
・Composer: Dr. Dalmatian
Arrangement: Kume./Kengo Kuwata Vocals: PRISMA Magical Girl Eternal Dangerous Pretty & Magical Girl Everything Crazy Beauty

■ Evaluation

"Magical Girl Ore" is a 2018 anime TV series based on the manga by Ketamichisen. It was directed by Itsuro Kawasaki and animated by Pierrot Plus. The series is known for bringing a new wind to the magical girl genre. Below, we'll take a closer look at the story, characters, music, visuals, and overall review.

story

The story of "Magical Girl Ore" revolves around two members of the fledgling idol group "Magical Twin", Uno Saki and Misaka Ouse. Saki admires her childhood friend Misaka Touji and works hard as an idol, but her live shows are always deserted. Meanwhile, Saki's strong desire to protect Touji causes her to transform into a magical girl. However, her appearance is unexpected. Saki's transformed form is named Magical Girl Ore, and she has a unique style of fighting by physically punching people with a magical stick. Meanwhile, Ouse also transforms into the magical girl Sakigasuki because of her feelings for Saki, and the two of them work together to fight against demons.

The story of this work avoids the sweet developments that are common in the magical girl genre, and is characterized by a mix of humor and parody. In particular, the scene where Saki transforms into a magical girl and the battle scene between the magical girls, Ore and Sakigasuki, are full of elements that will make the viewer laugh. The friendship and romance between Saki and Ousei are also depicted, and the character growth and changes in their relationship deepen the story. Overall, the story progresses at a consistent pace, and is designed to keep the viewer from getting bored.

character

The characters in "Magical Girl Ore" are all unique and charming. The main character, Uno Saki, has a dual personality; on one hand, she works hard as an idol, but on the other, she transforms into a magical girl because of her feelings for Toji. Ayaka Ohashi, who voices Saki, skillfully expresses her purity and strength, evoking sympathy from viewers. Meanwhile, Kaito Ishikawa, who voices Saki when she transforms into Magical Girl Ore, comically portrays Saki's manly side.

Ousho Ousho is Saki's best friend, and transforms into the magical girl Sakigasuki because of her feelings for Saki. Sachika Misawa, who voices Ousho, carefully portrays her kindness and deep love for Saki. Wataru Hatano, who voices her when she transforms into the magical girl Sakigasuki, expresses her strength and determination.

Mishou Touji is Saki's idol and a member of the top idol group "STAR☆PRINCE". Toyonaga Toshiyuki, who voices Touji, expresses Touji's charming singing voice and kindness well. Hyoe is Saki's rival who competes with her for Touji, and Yusa Koji's acting brings out Hyoe's cold-heartedness and strength. Yamo Konami is Saki and Ouse's manager, and is an interesting character who is a serious magical girl otaku. Morikubo Shotaro's acting expresses Konami's enthusiasm and humor well. Kokoro-chan is a fairy from the magical world who scouts Saki to become a magical girl. Ichijo Kazuya's acting expresses Kokoro-chan's cuteness and seriousness well.

Overall, the personalities and relationships of the characters enrich the story and leave a deep impression on the viewers. In particular, the friendship and love between Saki and Sakurayo resonates with the viewers and is the central theme of the story. The voice actors for each character also perform excellently, bringing out the best in each character.

music

The music of "Magical Girl Ore" is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. The opening theme "NOISY LOVE POWER☆" captures the hearts of viewers with its catchy melody and powerful singing voice by Ayaka Ohashi. The ending theme "Glass Galaxy" is a duet by Momotaro and Hyoe of STAR☆PRINCE, and the beautiful harmony and moving lyrics leave a deep impression on viewers.

There are also a variety of inserted songs, such as "Hachimitsu Flash - Kawaruwane" by Magical Twin's Saki and Sakurayo, which symbolizes the friendship and growth of the two characters. "Buchake Shoujo Janai" by Magical Girls Ore and Sakigasuki, which livens up the battle scene between the two characters. "Namida Ame" by the Inn President, which livens up the atmosphere of the hot spring episode. "Ai Shogeki!" by PRISMA's Misa and Ruka, which depicts the friendship and love story between the two characters. "Watch Out Madwoman Knight" by PRISMA's Magical Girls Eternal Dangerous Pretty and Everything Crazy Beauty, which heightens the tension of the final battle.

Overall, music not only enhances the atmosphere of the work, but also plays an important role in deepening the emotions of the characters and the development of the story. In particular, the opening and ending theme songs are masterpieces that leave a strong impression on viewers. In addition, the insert songs are also selected to suit each scene, which has the effect of enhancing the emotions of the viewer.

picture

The video for "Magical Girl Ore" was produced by Pierrot Plus and features beautiful visuals and humorous direction. Character design was done by Yukiko Ibe, and the cute designs of Saki and Ousei, as well as the unique designs of Magical Girl Ore and Sakigasuki, catch the viewer's eye. In particular, Magical Girl Ore's transformation and battle scenes are full of humor and power, entertaining the viewer.

The art direction is by Hirama Yuka, and the background and set designs are beautiful, enhancing the atmosphere of the story. The backgrounds of the hot spring and travel episodes in particular are effective in drawing the viewer into the world of the story. The color design is by Nakao Fusako, and the colors used are chosen to match the atmosphere of the story, which has the effect of bringing out the emotions of the viewer. The cinematography is by Murano Yomogiko, and the camerawork and image composition are chosen to match the development of the story, drawing the viewer's attention.

Overall, the film is entertaining with beautiful visuals and humorous direction. In particular, the character designs, beautiful backgrounds, use of color, and camera work all play an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the story and eliciting emotions from the viewer.

Overall rating

"Magical Girl Ore" is praised for breathing new life into the magical girl genre. The story is characterized by a mix of humor and parody, and is designed to keep viewers interested. The characters are unique and charming, and the friendship and love story between Saki and Sakurayo in particular leaves a deep impression on viewers. The music not only enhances the atmosphere of the work, but also plays an important role in deepening the emotions of the characters and the development of the story. The visuals are beautiful and full of humor, making it an entertaining experience for viewers.

Overall, "Magical Girl Ore" offers a new perspective on the magical girl genre, and is a work that will make viewers laugh and feel touched. It has been particularly praised for its humorous and parody-filled storyline, its unique and charming characters, its music that enhances the atmosphere of the work, and its beautiful visuals and humorous images. It is a work that will leave a deep impression on viewers, and is highly recommended.

■Recommendation

"Magical Girl Ore" is highly recommended for those who are interested in the magical girl genre and those who enjoy humor and parody. It is also recommended for those who want to enjoy unique and attractive characters and beautiful visuals and humorous images. In particular, the story depicting the friendship and love between Saki and Sakurayo will deeply move viewers. Furthermore, the music that enhances the atmosphere of the work is not to be missed. The opening and ending theme songs are masterpieces that will leave a strong impression on viewers. Please watch "Magical Girl Ore" and experience its charm.