Have you heard of the great adventure manga of dreams and romance, [The Atelier of Witch Hat]? It's one of the most talked-about manga right now! It's a classic magic fantasy that has been serialized in Monthly Morning Two since 2016, and as it's only the fourth volume, it's easy to pick up even if you haven't read it before. In this article, we'll be looking at the "brimmed hat" that appears in [The Atelier of Witch Hat]. He's currently the mastermind behind the plot and a character shrouded in mystery. Let's get started!
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] What is the brimmed hat?
Creepy
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This is the "Brim Hat." A triangular hat with a large single eye decoration hides its face. Its shoulders are covered with feathers of some kind, and it wears a large black cloak. It is a wizard who practices magic, which is forbidden in this world. He's the mastermind of this story, with a slightly eerie atmosphere.
Full of mystery
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When the main character, Coco, was still a little girl, she bought a magical picture book and pen from this "Atelier of Witch Hat" at a castle festival. The book and pen were capable of using real magic, even depicting forbidden spells.
Just as planned
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While playing with the picture book, Coco accidentally uses forbidden magic and turns her mother to stone. This is where Coco's adventure begins, and it seems the "brimmed hat" has been waiting for this moment. You could even say it forced her to use forbidden magic.
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] The Brimmed Hat's Plot
The Seed Sprouted
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The "Brimmed Hat" appears to have been watching over Coco as she took the exam to become a wizard's apprentice in the Dada Mountains. Those who are not allowed to use magic are called "the ignorant," and the main character, Coco, is exactly this "ignorant." Perhaps the goal is to turn Coco into a magician, as the seeds have sprouted and the protagonist is plotting something.
Appearing at every opportunity
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The Atelier of Witch Hat's target is clearly Coco, but the reason for this remains a mystery. He's clearly trying to do something, transporting Coco and her friends to another world and casting a spell on Coco's magic ink. No one knows what it is, and it's one of the biggest questions and things fans are excited about.
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] Another Hat-Hat
Is this one even more evil?
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Agate and her friends are attacked by the "Atelier of Witch Hat" during the second test (the test to become a wizard). This is the "Atelier of Witch Hat," but apart from its hat and cape, it is completely invisible. Its entrance scene, in which it suddenly emerges from the darkness, is even more sinister than the aforementioned "brimmed hat."
Two Wizards
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What exactly is the "right hat"? It seems to have something to do with the history of wizards. It seems that the world is being divided into two wizarding families. There are still many mysteries, but some kind of plan may be progressing smoothly.
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] Two Meaningful Phrases from "Brimmed Hat"
① You are our hope
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Here are two more interesting phrases than the phrase "brimmed hat"! Let's start with this one. I have no idea why Coco is hope, but perhaps she has something hidden within her. When this mystery is solved, the story may be coming to an end.
② Magic is a miracle that colors the world
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In fact, Coco also says, "Magic is the power to color the world." It may be what "Hat with a Brim" said at the time, but the way of thinking is the same. "Hat with a Brim" and Coco and the others may have the same thoughts about the importance and existence of magic. Is there a problem with how they are used?
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] The Mystery of the Brimmed Hat Deepens
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What did you think? We've introduced you to a thorough analysis of the mastermind behind the Brimmed Hat in [The Atelier of Witch Hat]! There are still many mysteries surrounding the Brimmed Hat, but its appearance and the way it treats Coco give it a slightly human feel. Forbidden magic is dangerous and should not be used, but seeing how easily it is used, it may be part of a global conflict over forbidden magic. The wizard Keyfree also shows hostility towards the Brimmed Hat, so something may have happened in the past. That's something to keep an eye on!
