Have you heard of the manga "The Atelier of Witch Hat"? It's a very popular manga that's getting a lot of attention right now. This time, we'll take a closer look at the charms of the main character, Coco. She's a very cute girl, and as the story progresses, you'll feel excited and thrilled. Would you like to go to a magical world with Coco?
What is "The Atelier of Witch Hat"?
A classic magical fantasy!
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There are many magical works in the world, but Atelier of Witch Hat is a classic magical fantasy. However, the story created by the protagonist Coco, who is young and straightforward, has a nostalgic warmth that makes you feel like you are a child again. Coco's chaotic nature makes it easy to read.
The artwork is amazing!
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The author, Kamome Shirahama, is a serious manga artist who graduated from the prestigious Tokyo University of the Arts, Department of Design. His drawings are detailed and free of waste, and his attention to detail is apparent in his atmospheric pen strokes and the characters' expressions and movements. It's a picture that makes you want to look at it forever.
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] Who is Coco?
An ordinary girl
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She's an ordinary girl who dreams of becoming a wizard. In the world of [The Atelier of Witch Hat], you can't become a wizard unless you're born as one. Those who are not wizards are called "ignorants." Coco is, of course, an "ignorant." So she gave up on her dream of becoming a wizard and now helps out at her family's tailoring shop.
A bundle of curiosity
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Isn't this look really cute? Coco is very curious and loves magic so much that her eyes change color when it comes to magic. This causes an incident that changes Coco's life. Coco's great adventure begins!
To a new world
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Due to an incident, Coco witnessed magic being used. It is something that should never be seen when magic is used. Those who see it have their memories erased, but due to certain circumstances, Coco is able to become a wizard, which was her dream. This is a great scene that evokes a variety of emotions: confusion, anxiety, hope, and excitement!
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] How did Coco encounter magic?
Fateful Encounter
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For Coco, who is "the ignorant," magic is the least familiar thing. Her encounter with magic came when she met a masked wizard at a festival when she was a child. The wizard who sold Coco her magic book and wand taught her magic, even though she didn't know anything about it. It seems suspicious, right?
The reason why Coco started to like magic
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Coco, who first came into contact with magic and fell in love with it right away, is simple, honest, and cute. This is the reason why Coco started to like magic. Later, Coco's life changes because of the book and wand she buys at this time. The illustrations are beautiful and it feels like watching a movie. Coco's expressions are rich and heartwarming.
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] Forbidden Magic?
What is Forbidden Magic?
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In the world of [Atelier of Witch Hat], you should never watch magic being used. That's because, in fact, anyone can use magic. However, using it carelessly without knowing it is very scary and very dangerous. Coco used magic out of curiosity!
Failure is the path to becoming a wizard!
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Coco ignorantly used magic and turned her mother to stone. Magic can be used by drawing a magic circle with a designated pen in a designated way. Coco learned firsthand that using magic without knowing what it is is truly scary, even though it is simple. Coco's adventure begins to bring her mother back to life!
【The Atelier of Witch Hat】Is Coco Hopeful?
Four Wizards in Training
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Coco becomes an apprentice to a wizard named Keyfree, but Keyfree has three other apprentices. The story gets more exciting with these four, but you must see how they grow up to be so cute. The interaction between these three is also very interesting.
Is Coco a troublemaker?
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Coco and friends are transported to another world by the "brimmed hat". Although we don't yet know the true meaning behind the "brimmed hat" that says Coco is our hope, she is a very important character. What does Coco have? Why is Coco our hope? This secret will be one of the things we look forward to in the future!
[The Atelier of Witch Hat] I'm so excited for Coco's adventure!
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What did you think? We have introduced the highly anticipated manga "The Atelier of Witch Hat" and have looked into the charms of Coco! The main character, Coco, is honest and straightforward, and no matter what kind of misfortune she faces, you can't help but root for her as she stays positive and tries her best! She never looks down on people or talks behind their backs. Her respect for everyone is very admirable. Why not support the childlike Coco and her friends on their great adventure? This is the most noteworthy magical fantasy manga of the year!
