How do you enjoy it so far ?
I finished 7 volumes so far, and I'm thoroughly enjoying it. Strong cast/characterization, magic system is good, and like the world-building. The 2nd exam arc especially was excellent, as all characters got to shine and hit all the right emotional beats. I like when all 4 disciples come together and make magic happen, such as the dragon cushion and double rainbow. Teamwork makes the dream work.
I like the magic system, it reminds me of computer programming, take some basic commands, expand and customize into your own program/magic.
I heard so much great things about the art, and when I started I thought it was overrated. Turns out the site had poor scan qualities, switch and in fact the art is awesome. The style, decorative framing, double spreads, expressive close-ups, character design, and colorings are top notch.
My Favorite panels/art:
Also, still Team BrimHat. I heavily dislike the current status quo and rigidity of the current structure. I find it suffocating for the witches, especially with the monitoring and how every action can be scrutinized, and the limiting of potential with clear boundaries, for example medicine. Then, there's the clear differentiation from normal people, calling them "unknowing"
. So, yes, Coco is our hope, plus she looks so good in the BrimHat design.
Who is your fave characters so far.
Don't know if it's what you expected or a surprise, but, as of now, they are:
1. Iguin: Great early presentation as an antagonist. Awesome design and some really great panels, has got quite the flair. Let him keep cooking.
2. Riche: One of the main centerpieces of best arc(that I've read) and arguably shined the most. I liked her development there with finding her path forward, and the way she and Euini balanced each other was great. I hope we get more in the future, probably via timeskip. Also, her magic is very nice, plus angriche panels.
3. Beldaruit: I love his character archtype in general. Seemingly carefree and flamboyant, but more than meets the eye.
Tier 2
4. Coco: Honestly, just love her approach to magic, it goes back to coding to me, the way she thinks and approaches problems is fun to see.
5. Olruggio: He's a good man, respectable, and reliable. He'll probably keep rising in my list.
6. Euini: Same thing mentioned earlier. But also goes to show how important a good master is, it can make or break someone's future. Was glad to see how Riche and Alaira treated him, and him find his footing. I am rooting for him.
7. Tetia: The light of positivity. Her purpose/goal is so simple, but she's so bright and genuine, its great to see.
HM: Tartar: Nice mini-arc with Coco, looking forward to their stall
I didn't list Qifrey, don't have a formed opinion on him yet. He is an excellent teacher, I love how he spends his time with his students and engages them, it presented very well. He is actually what Gojo simps claim Gojo is as a sensei. But, I guess it depends on his actions, and what he does. Like we had the shooting star panel, but I felt off because what he did to Olruggio just before.
And you know, its getting soon, an anime
Yep, but seems still a good bit of time, 2025 at the earliest?