Radiant has been airing on NHK Educational TV since October 6, 2018 as an autumn anime. It is a traditional boys' manga that was actually imported from France! The story is a classic adventure fantasy, and the artwork also gives a glimpse of the author's respect for Japanese manga. Here we introduce the main character, Seto. After reading this article, you'll definitely want to watch the adventures of the dangerous Seto, who is loved by everyone.
What is Radiant?
Worldwide popular manga
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
This is a work by Tony Valente, a popular French author. Radiant was born from the desire to create a manga with a Japanese feel. The story is a classic adventure fantasy, and is the story of Seto's courageous adventure as he aims to become a full-fledged wizard. It's a thrilling story.
Serious
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
The residents of Pompo Hills, the rural town where Seto lives, hate wizards, calling them "devils" and "infected people." Radiant contains plots that deal with themes of discrimination and exclusion. There are scenes that make you want to cover your eyes, but Seto still tries to face forward. You'll want to root for him.
[Radiant] Who is Seto?
A dangerous troublemaker
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Two small horns and spiky hair. He is a very active boy in short sleeves and short pants. He has black gloves on both hands and is an apprentice who is still not used to using magic. He is always cheerful and smiling, but he acts without thinking things through, causing livestock to escape and destroying the town, so he is treated as a nuisance. He's really troublesome because he doesn't mean any harm (lol)
A protagonist-like protagonist
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Seto is always shouting loudly. I don't think there are any scenes where he whispers (lol). In order to become the cool wizard he admires, he acts without thinking, as if it's the best time to act. This is Seto's good point and cuteness. You can really tell he's a good guy!
How to use magic
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
In this world, wizards use wands to cast magic. However, Seto was born with the ability to cast magic with his bare hands. This is very rare even among wizards, so he usually keeps it a secret to avoid persecution. This world is really a little strange = a world of discrimination. It must be scary.
[Radiant] What are Seto's relationships?
Master of magic
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
This woman is called "Alma." She is Seto's magic teacher and adoptive mother. After a certain incident, she goes on a journey to discover who she is. During that incident, she is saved by Seto. At first, she didn't care much for Seto, but now she thinks of him as her own child. He's a very reliable wizard.
Seto's Friends
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Tommy is a boy who loves magic and lives in "Pompo Hills". Wanting to see Seto's magic, he secretly tries to use magic in the forest, but it ends in a disaster. He is the only boy in the town who gets along well with Seto and looks upon magicians without discrimination. When Nemesis attacked, Seto saved his life.
Future companions
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
The girl in the foreground is Doc, and the girl in the back is called Meri. She is a character who Seto met during his journey, and will be his companion from now on. The dialogue between these three is also very interesting! Seto's journey is about to become even more turbulent.
【Radiant】Seto's past
Meeting with Alma
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Seto is bright and cheerful now, but that's also thanks to Alma. Alma met Seto when she was holding him and protecting him in the flames in the past when she had no memory of it. She has no memory of why she was protecting Seto or who she is. This is the reason why Alma and Seto have been together ever since.
Seto's abilities
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
While Alma was away, Seto was bullied by the children in the village where he was staying. Seto unwittingly used magic and killed the children. When the villagers found out, they tried to burn Seto at the stake. Alma saved him, but it was a very scary and bitter memory for both Seto and Alma.
Continuous Persecution
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Alma and her friends have been moving from place to place every time they have been bullied or discriminated against, but after the incident above, they decided to stay in a balloon-like house instead of on the ground. This was also done for Seto's sake, but it may have made it a little easier to live here. This is Seto's painful and sad past. Behind his smile lies a dark past that he can never forget.
[Radiant] What is Seto's purpose in setting out on this journey?
Nemesis
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
In this world, there exists a monster called "Nemesis." They suddenly fall onto the city as eggs, and when they hatch, they go on a rampage and destroy the city. Wizards are the only ones who can fight back against them. Alma makes a living by defeating Nemesis, but even after defeating them, people still hate wizards just as much as they hate Nemesis. It's really unreasonable, isn't it?
Eradiant Nemesis
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
When Nemesis attacks the town where Seto lives, Seto decides to defeat Nemesis. Nemesis appears out of nowhere, but Seto has heard rumors that it comes from a place called Radiant. Seto decides to set off on a journey to Radiant. Seto's adventure begins!
Reason for defeating Nemesis
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
Seto looks like he's having fun laughing even though he's at a complete disadvantage (lol) This journey of Seto is one that people will never thank. The people of "Pompo Hills" were grateful to him for this, but that's quite rare. However, Seto set out on a journey to become a "cool wizard" and protect people from Nemesis. Profit or loss doesn't matter to Seto. He's a very respectable and honorable person.
[Radiant] Who is Seto?
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
This is Yumiri Hanamori, the voice actress of Seto. I never thought she would be such a beautiful girl (lol). She is a very popular voice actress who is currently 21 years old. He is a versatile voice actor who can play a variety of roles, from energetic boys like Seto to calm and cute girls. Please pay attention to his voice acting.
[Radiant] Seto's Growth Adventure
Source: Radiant ©Tony Valente, ANKAMA EDITIONS / NHK, NEP
What did you think? We've looked into the charms of Seto from Radiant, the most anticipated character of the season! We've introduced Seto, who is very reckless and rushes ahead without thinking about the consequences, causing a lot of trouble for those around him, but we just can't hate him! Perhaps it's because of Seto's straightforward and cheerful personality. He gets caught up in all sorts of things, encounters unreasonable things, and hits big walls, but I'm sure Seto can overcome them! Do you think Radiant is just a manga? No. It's a deep manga that really makes you think. Let's keep an eye on Seto's adventures!
