The manga we're introducing today is Radiant, an overseas re-imported manga that's currently garnering a lot of attention. It's a classic magic fantasy created by an author who has great respect for Japan, the manga powerhouse that is Japan. It's a slapstick boys' manga with battles, tears, and laughter, so it's sure to be a favorite genre for everyone. Here, we'll be looking at Alma, a character in Radiant!
Who is Alma from Radiant?
The impact of his appearance
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
He has a lot of hair, and from behind it looks almost like a scrubbing brush (lol). His right arm is missing from the upper arm area, and it is still unknown whether it was lost in a battle. He always has a sharp look in his eyes, and wrinkles between his eyebrows are a common occurrence. She is strict with the main character, Seto, but she is always worried about him.
Weapons
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
She swings a scythe bigger than herself around with one hand. Her arms are quite thin, but she holds it easily, probably because she is using magic. She envelops the scythe in magic, exerting great power. Alma is pretty cool!
Relationship with Seto
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Simply put, he is Seto's foster parent. He is also Seto's magic teacher, and their relationship is quite deep and long. Alma may be the only one who can stop Seto's rampage. Although they are not related by blood, they are like parent and child!
Work
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Alma makes a living as a Nemesis hunter. Of course, it's not an easy job, but Alma takes on Nemesis alone. He's so strong that he cut down the Nemesis that appeared in "Pompo Hills" with one stroke. Also, his fighting style is cool.
Radiant: Alma's Past
Memory Loss
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
It seems that Seto and Alma first met in the battle with Nemesis. Alma lost her memories from this battle. All she knows is that she is a magician. What happened?
A journey with Seto
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Alma decides to go on a journey to find out who she is. She takes Seto, whom she risked her life to protect. At first, she treats Seto as a nuisance, but after a certain incident, she vows to protect Seto with all her might. From this point on, the relationship between Alma and Seto deepens.
Protect Seto
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
In this world, wizards are discriminated against as "demons" and "infected." Seto is a wizard, just like Alma, perhaps by birth. To protect him from such discrimination and exclusion, Alma ends up living with Seto in the sky. Before she knows it, she is spending her time for Seto. That's wonderful.
[Radiant] Alma as Seto's parent
Strict
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Alma lectures Seto so many times a day that you can't count them on your hands. It's no exaggeration to say that I've only ever seen her angry (lol). However, Seto doesn't hate Alma. She actually adores him. It's the other side of her love.
Kindly
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Alma really treats Seto like her own child. She holds Seto close after he fights Nemesis, and she doesn't seem angry or annoyed, just relieved that he's safe. She's just like a mother!
Radiant - Who is the voice actor for Alma?
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
This is Paku Romi, who voices Alma. Isn't she just too beautiful? (laughs) Her most well-known roles include Edward Elric in Alchemist and Nana Osaki in NANA. She is a veteran voice actor who can play a wide range of roles from boys to women. Alma's voice is stable and pleasant to listen to.
Radiant: A strong-willed woman named Alma
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
What did you think? We have introduced the most anticipated character of this season, Radiant: Let's consider the charm of Alma! It's still a very difficult world for wizards to live in, but maybe Alma has been able to persevere this far because of Seto. Although Alma is usually strict, she couldn't hold back her tears when Seto left on his journey. She really cared about Seto. It was the only scene where Alma was weak, and she never showed her weakness. Please watch Radiant, which features Alma.
