The hugely popular anime "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" was released as a spin-off smartphone app game on August 22, 2017. Pre-registration for the PC browser version began on DMMGAMES on January 7, 2019. Due to the popularity of the original anime, this app has also been very well-received. In this article, we will introduce the detailed setting of the world of "Magia Record"! This year, "Magia Record" will also be made into an anime, which is generating a lot of anticipation. There are some connections to the worldview of the previously aired anime, which will be great news for fans.
Madoka Magica Side Story: Magia Record: A Brief Plot Summary
The story takes place in the booming city of Kamihama. A mysterious power brings together a group of magical girls. Their encounters usher in a new chapter in the story. This city is a place where magical girls can remain as they are. They draw new powers from witches and fight. Meanwhile, Iroha Tamaki has come to the city in search of her missing sister, Ui. Together with the other magical girls, Iroha begins searching for clues about Ui. Eventually, Mitakihara's magical girl, Homura Akemi, also arrives in Kamihama. "If I can unravel the mystery of this town, maybe I can save Kaname-san..." As the magical girls from the two towns intersect, another hope is born.
Magia Record: Setting #1 Worldview Details
The story is set in the fictional booming city of Kamihama. It's a metropolis with a population of nearly 3 million, consisting of nine wards, and is said to be "a place where magical girls can remain as they are." As a result, rumors about magical girls abound. Despite the decline in witches in Mitakihara and other cities, witches frequently appear in Kamihama alone. Furthermore, it is said that the witches that appear here are more powerful than others. Various "rumors" are circulating in Kamihama City.
What are "rumors"?
"Rumors" frequently appear as a keyword in "Magia Record," and they are like urban legends. Some of these "rumors" become reality through the power of a mysterious entity known as "rumors." Incidentally, these "rumors" are limited to specific rumors that exist in Kamihama City, and any actions that deviate from the rumors will be eliminated. "Rumors" possess properties similar to those of witches, such as the ability to create barrier-like spaces and being accompanied by familiars. However, they are different from magical energy waves.
What are Doppels?
Doppel is a power that can only be activated within Kamihama City. When a magical girl's soul gem becomes corrupted due to excessive consumption of magical power or heavy mental stress, this impurity is converted into power and used. Therefore, after using Doppel, the soul gem is purified. Therefore, magical girls cannot become witches within Kamihama City.
What are the Wings of Magius?
The "Wings of Magius" that appears in this story is a group of magical girls whose goal is to save other magical girls. The group is comprised of three magical girls known as the "Magius Trio," executives known as the "White Feathers" who wear white hoods, and lower-ranking magical girls known as the "Black Feathers" who wear black hoods. It is known that the Doppelganger phenomenon that frequently occurs in Kamihama City is caused by the Magius in order to save the world. The "rumors" are also believed to have been created by Nemu Hiiragi, one of the Magius members.
Cities and Facilities in Magia Record 2
Kamihama City
Shin-Nishi Ward: This is the setting for Chapters 1 and 2 of the main story. Momoko, Kaede, and Rena's team are active here, and Mitama's "Adjustment Shop" is located in the ruins within this area. Other locations include Shin-Nishi Chuo Station, a park, a riverbed, and abandoned construction sites. Kamihama City University Affiliated School: This is the school attended by Tsuruno, Momoko, Kaede, and Rena. It is a combined junior and senior high school. It is an affiliated school of Kamihama City University, where Yachiyo also attends. Iroha will also transfer to this school after the end of Chapter 4. Satomi Medical Center: This is the hospital where Ui, Touka, and Nemu were hospitalized. However, they were not hospitalized here.
Mina Ward
The setting for Chapter 3 of the main story shifts to Mina Ward. Once a castle town, the area retains its historic streetscape. Connected to the neighboring Shinnishi Ward by the Mina Bridge, the two wards are accessible by train. Rumors of the "Summoning Shrine," said to help you find your soulmate, and an old tale about a tragic love story between a man and a woman have long lingered here. Related town revitalization stamp rallies are also held in the area. Incidentally, there is a long-standing tradition that states, "Mina girls should respect formality and tradition, and strive to become fine women who do justice to the history and land."
Locations Featured in Mina Ward
Mina Girls' Academy: The girls' school attended by Sana and Tsukiyo.
Mina Hotel: There's something resembling a shrine on the roof of the third building. It's an abandoned hotel that's no longer in operation.
Mina Shrine: This shrine is the setting for "Rumors of the Summoning Shrine."
What is Mikazuki-sou in Magia Record 3?
Mikazuki-sou was originally a boarding house run by Yachiyo's grandmother. However, Yachiyo later inherited it from her grandmother and initially lived there alone. However, by Chapter 4 of the main storyline, Iroha Tamaki and Felicia Mitsuki begin living together. In Chapter 5, Sana Futaba also begins living with them. While Tsuruno Yui doesn't quite live with them, she frequently eats and stays over, so they're essentially semi-residents.
Various people come and go
In addition, Shizuku Yasuzumi temporarily lived here, and even Yachiyo's childhood friend Mifuyu Azusa, along with her teammates Kanae Yukino, Momoko Toga, and Mel Yasuna, frequently frequented the residence. Incidentally, all of the residents' surnames are pronounced female, just like the magical girls in the original Madoka Magica series.
What kind of people are the residents of Mikazuki-sou?
The five members are the landlord, Nanami Yachiyo; Yachiyo's assistant and future team leader, Tamaki Iroha; the personal mercenary, Mizuki Felicia; the house warashi, Futaba Sana; and Yui Tsuruno, who semi-lives with them. All five are magical girls.
What is Kyubey's presence in Magia Record 5?
Kyubey is familiar to fans of the original anime, "Puella Magi Madoka Magica." He also appears in the Madoka Magica Gaiden.
Kyubei
Kyubei is a mysterious creature that offers middle and high school girls a contract: "I'll grant you one wish of your choice in exchange for your fate of becoming a magical girl and fighting witches." While she looks very cute, she's a bit elusive. He used to recruit magical girls in Kamihama City, but he hasn't been seen there in the last six months to a year. Incidentally, in 1429, during Tart's time in France, Kyubey was called "Cube," and Tart adored him, calling him "Angel."
Little Kyubey
As his name suggests, he resembles a smaller version of Kyubey. He remains shrouded in mystery. He is controlled by the player during the game's adventure section and is given a player name set in-game. One notable difference from Kyubey is that he does not speak clearly in human language. He only makes sounds like "mokyu," but the magical girls seem to understand what he means. While the normal Kyubey has not been seen in Kamihama City recently, this little Kyubey has been appearing instead. Iroha says, "I feel like he's an irreplaceable presence to me," but Yachiyo is wary of him due to his mysterious presence.
Magia Record Summary!
This concludes our introduction to the setting of "Magia Record." There are many differences from the original anime, and when you think about it, it seems to have a lot of depth. Perhaps we'll be able to see the magical girls' charms in a way that's different from the game. I can't wait for the anime to start airing.
