The hugely popular manga, Atelier of Witch Hat! It's only the fourth volume, so it's an easy number to collect. It's a manga that you should definitely start reading now. In this article, we'll be looking at the appeal of Riche, one of the main characters in Atelier of Witch Hat. She's the quietest of the wizard Keyfree's apprentices. There may be some mysterious aspects to her, but if you read this, you'll surely be able to understand Riche better.
A detailed look at Riche from Atelier of Witch Hat!
Like a fairy
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With her long, waist-length, blue-wisteria hair and bangs swept over her eyebrows, she looks as cute as a fairy. Her eyes are round and pure. Compared to Agate and Tetia, she's much quieter and less cooperative. Although she seems a little mysterious, she has a stronger will and is quite stubborn about magic than most. The contrast is striking, isn't it?
She Loves Free Magic
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Riche trained at another atelier before joining Keyfree's. Something seems to have happened there, leaving her traumatized and refusing to even look at the magic in the textbook, let alone memorize it. She seems to be trembling with fear, and at those moments she is no longer her usual calm self.
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] Riche's Past
Clash with Kifree
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Riche refuses to read or memorize the textbook, so the wizard Kifree gently suggests, "Why don't you take a look?" This angers Riche, who storms out of the classroom. Coco, pursuing Riche, is moved by the cave she created with her beautiful magic. Riche had been hiding in this cave. Perhaps Coco's words, "I love this magic," saved her.
Trauma
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Riche has a beloved older brother named Lilifin, a wizard. She followed her brother and almost forced her way into the atelier. This is where she developed a traumatic experience, but unlike now, Riche's face was filled with hope and confidence, which was adorable. What happened here?
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] The Second Exam
Reluctant to Take the Exam
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Like Agate, Riche looks gloomy as Kifree tries to get her to take the second exam. Whether it's anxiety, lack of interest in the exam, or trauma, we don't know why, but this moment has made her decide to take the exam!
The Importance of Textbook Magic
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During the exam, Riche is attacked by a "brimmed hat" and is unable to concentrate on the exam. Having only memorized her own magic, Riche knows nothing of the magic in the textbook. Her friend Agathe is kidnapped, but Riche, who does not know the essential magic, turns pale. It's here that she finally realizes the need for textbook magic. Perhaps this is all part of Keyfree's plan!
Riche Breaks Out of Her Shell
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Riche arrives at the exit alone. Looking at the magic circle notebook she borrowed from Yuini, she finds it's filled with textbook spells. However, there were some ingenious touches that were typical of Yuini, and every spell felt very Yuini-like. I respect Yuini for being touched by them and helping them. It's a wonderful change of heart. It's growth.
Being Yourself Within the Magic Circle
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Whether it's a magic circle prescribed by a textbook or a magical creation, you are always there within it. After all, you are the one who draws the magic circle. Having realized this, Riche is now invincible! From now on, she will become a true magician.
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] Riche's Top 4 Quotes
① What is good magic?
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"Good magic comes from good sleep. And then food." This is a famous quote from Coco, who collapsed from studying magic without sleep. She whispers, but she says it well. Your body is your most important asset. This incident has also encouraged Coco to study at a steady pace without overdoing it.
② Adults and Children
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This is what she said when the Demon Police tried to erase Coco's memories without asking any questions. Perhaps it's due to her trauma, but she's quite strict with adults. The Demon Police's aggressive behavior is also a big part of the reason, but this was a refreshing quote! I love how straightforward and forthright Riche is.
③ Various Perspectives
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This is a comment directed at Yuini, who values rules and regulations. These are flexible words that are typical of Riche, who likes to think freely. It's a famous quote that could only come from Riche, who hates being tied down. There may not be just one answer to everything. Although she hated exams, perhaps Riche is suited to them.
④ Straightforward
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Yuiny and Riche have completely opposite personalities and ways of thinking. "There's no set rule that says it has to be this way." There's no single answer to a test. She generally doesn't say much, but when she has something to say, she says it straight up. That's one of Riche's good points.
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] A Girl Named Riche
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What did you think? We've introduced you to [The Atelier of Witch Hat]: A Look at the Charm of Riche, the Girl Who Goes Her Own Way! Riche is by no means difficult, but rather a girl with a strong sense of self. However, because she is still immature, she hasn't noticed important things and has not studied enough about things other than magic. She is still young at heart, but we can expect her to grow in the future. Let's keep an eye on her!
