- Updated on: July 24, 2022
- by Ernie
The term Magic has piqued our curiosity right from our childhood. We all love to see a storyline filled with magical beasts and a world full of magic. However, today we will be discussing anime that feature magic.
The storyline featured in anime which is fueled with magic and all supernatural stuff was more than enough, but anime didn’t stop there and took the genre to another level with powerful protagonists and badass antagonists.
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Sorcerers and witches are common among these anime based on a magical world. So today, we are going to list down the best witch and wizard anime that you can watch to fill that magical void left in you. Let’s dive right into it. LETS GOOOO!
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55. Assault Lily: Bouquet
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
2/10 |
3/10 |
5/10 |
15/40 |
Genre: Action, Magic
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
Assault Lily: Bouquet’s story revolves around the emergence of mysterious monsters that posed a never-ending threat to the existence of humanity. People began to call these beings Huge and decided to fight them with the use of magic and science.
Riri Hitotsuyanagi (Protagonist) was a normal girl who had witnessed the chaos brought by the Huge. Humanity developed weapons called Charm that could incapacitate the Huge. These brave warriors were mostly girls so they were called Lilies.
She decided to protect people by becoming a Lily herself but the life of Lily may not be as pleasant as the name sounds. Such a pure witch, isn’tshe?
54. Ulysses: Jeanne d'Arc and the Alchemist Knight
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
3/10 |
2/10 |
5/10 |
15/40 |
Genre: Action, Magic, Adventure
Episodes: 31
Anime Storyline:
Ulysses: Jeanne d’Arc and the Alchemist Knight is based around the chaos brought by the ceaseless war between two countries over the throne and oh, the young students were forced to participate in war for the victory of their homeland. (jeez, who comes up with this stuff).
Montmorency (Male Protagonist) was a young knight with a keen interest in alchemy. Even though he was not good at it, he managed to summon a legendary fairy Astaroth who ended up guiding him in his research.
However, Montmorency ends up using the power of the philosopher stone to save a young girl, Jeanne. The girl becomes Ulysses, an entity with immense power. Now, Jeanne must use her power to save humanity from utter destruction. UTTER DESTRUCTION!
53. Granblue Fantasy The Animation
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
3/10 |
3/10 |
6/10 |
17/40 |
Genre: Action, Animation
Episodes: 2 Seasons, 12 Episodes
Anime Storyline:
This anime takes place on islands floating in the vast sky that were inhabited by humans and various supernatural creatures. The islands were full of hidden mysteries and wonders of magic. However, the rulers of a certain empire decided to declare war to claim supremacy.
(Seriously, these evil villain lords will announce war simply because they’re bored.)
Gran (Main Protagonist) was a normal adventurer living in one of the floating islands with his lizard friend named Vyrn (loner alert). He meets Lyria (Female Protagonist), a girl who escaped the Erste Empire that was planning a war.
To prevent the war, Gran decides to help Lyria in escaping from the pursuits. They leave the island in search of Lyria’s father who may help them in this dire situation.
52. Rental Magica
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
4/10 |
3.5/10 |
6/10 |
18.5/40 |
Genre: Action, Animation, Comedy, Magic
Episodes: 24
Anime Storyline:
In present times, Mages are widely recognized because of their abilities and knowledge. Various organizations serve as a bridge between mages and normal people. Skilled Mages are hired by these organizations to solve the problems of civilians.
Itsuki Iba (Protagonist) was an introvert with zero communication skills. He ends up becoming the president of his father’s company named Astral whose service was providing mages to the people in trouble. (Where can I hire these mages? Asking for a friend of course).
Now, Itsuki must adapt to his new life so that he can provide services to people while competing with other rival companies.
51. Brave 10
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
4.5/10 |
3.5/10 |
5.5/10 |
18.5/40 |
Genre: Action, Animation, Magic, History
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
According to the history of Japan, two legendary lords were having a war over territory that engulfed the lives of innocent people.
Isanami (Female Protagonist) was a priestess of a temple. Her temple was destroyed by rogue ninjas and she was forced to flee into the forest. She was saved by Saizo Kirigakure (Male Protagonist) who turned out to be a legendary ninja.
Saizou finds out that Isanami holds a mysterious power that could be dangerous if it falls in the wrong hands. The lord of the land (Yukimura Sanada) suggested that they should gather 10 brave warriors who will protect Isanami and may help them in conquering Japan.
50. Myriad Colors Phantom World
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
4.5/10 |
3.5/10 |
6/10 |
19/40 |
Genre: Fantasy
Episodes: 13
Anime Storyline:
The existence of supernatural beings was hidden from the eyes of society but the outbreak of a mysterious virus enhanced the perception of people and they began to witness these powerful beings (Phantoms).
The virus also changed the genetics of the new generation and gifted them with magical and supernatural abilities. These young kids now protect the world from phantoms that disturb their normal life.
Haruhiko Ichijou (Male Protagonist) was one of the young people that were gifted with the ability to seal phantoms. He teams up with Mai Kawakami (Female Protagonist) who holds the martial arts powers. Together, they fight off the phantoms troubling the citizens
49. Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5.5/10 |
4.5/10 |
3.5/10 |
6/10 |
19.5/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
With the discovery of a magic force (Astral), the mages gained an upper hand in terms of advancement and power but normal humans could not accept it and started a war with the mages. The war resulted in the emergence of two nations with a deep hatred for one another.
Iska (Male Protagonist) was the elite soldier of the human empire who was given the sacred blades to kill the mages on the battlefield. However, he wanted to end this meaningless war without bloodshed.
He met Aliceliese (Female Protagonist) who was the most powerful mage of Nebulis Sovereignty and even though both of them were enemies they shared a single goal of ending this war with peace. Both of them now carry the fate of the world.
48. Izetta: The Last Witch
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
4/10 |
3.5/10 |
6/10 |
19.5/40 |
Genre: Animation, Historical Fantasy, Military
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
The country of Germania was very advanced in terms of military might and intelligence. Due to their arrogant pride in power, they started a war with surrounding countries. (Told you these evil empires will start a war over minor inconveniences.)
Ortfiné Fredericka von Eylstadt (Protagonist) was the princess of a small country called Elystadt. She was working hard to maintain peace between her country and others but the soldiers of Germania captured her and declared war on her country.
She was rescued by Izetta (Protagonist), the last surviving witch of a prestigious witch clan. The witch showed loyalty to the country of Elystadt and decided to protect them with her powerful magic.
47. Blade Dance of the Elementalers
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
4/10 |
4/10 |
6/10 |
20/40 |
Genre: Action, Comedy, Harem
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
A sacred battle royale called Blade Dance of the Elementalers was held every year where young maidens with a contracted spirit participate to win the glorious title of Legendary Elementaler.
Kamito Kazehaya (Main Protagonist) was a ruthless assassin in the past but his encounter with the spirit Restia Ashdoll changed his life once for all. However, the spirit strangely went missing which caused him a lot of stress.
He comes to the noble academy of elementalers where young females are trained. He ends up forming a contract with a spirit and finds himself enrolled in the battle royale. Kamito must win this battle to find the whereabouts of his missing spirit.
46. Garo: The Animation
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7/10 |
3/10 |
4/10 |
6/10 |
20/40 |
Genre: Action, Adventure
Episodes: 25
Anime Storyline:
The mysterious knights and alchemists were the secret well-wishers of humanity as they protected them from evil spirits and demons. However, some nobles wanted them dead due to their personal prejudices, so they issued an order to kill them.
Leon Luis (Protagonist) was a knight with powerful abilities but the fact that humans killed his mother was stopping him from protecting humans. However, his father, a legendary knight, trained him and advised him to let go of his rage.
He met Alfonso San Valiante (Protagonist), the prince of his kingdom who tragically lost his title and status as he was working for the welfare of his people. Leon ends up helping him and the two begin their journey.
45. Anti Magic Academy: The 35th Test Platoon
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7/10 |
3/10 |
4/10 |
6/10 |
20/40 |
Genre: Action, Harem, Fantasy
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
To defend the innocent people from various entities ranging from demons, witches, and spirits specially trained people called Inquisitors are deployed. These officers are tasked with dealing with supernatural entities within some limits so that peace can be maintained.
Takeru Kusanagi (Male Protagonist) was the leader of the 35th platoon of Inquisitors but they were quite lame and other platoons often mocked them. (They were called Small Fry Platoon which sounds like a new KFC item). However, when an elite inquisitor joined their platoon as a punishment, things started to change for them.
The 35th platoon must work together so that they can climb up the ranks of platoons.
44. The Mystic Archives of Dantalian
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
4/10 |
5/10 |
6/10 |
21/40 |
Genre: Action, Adventure
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
Normal people don’t believe in the existence of magic archives but an old man with a keen interest in archives researched and collected a lot of these archives to uncover the mysteries of this world. But he died before he could do so.
Hugh Anthony Disward (Protagonist) was the grandson of this old man named Wesley Disward. Hugh’s grandfather left him with a huge fortune of archives but entrusted him with the task to look after the most powerful archive called Bibliotheca Mystica de Dantalian.
Hugh must protect this archive who has apparently taken the form of a young girl named Dalian (Protagonist) while sealing other dark phantom books. (I wonder which “magical shrubs” these writers were having when coming up with these mind-blowing ideas).
43. I Have Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
4/10 |
4/10 |
7/10 |
21/40 |
Genre: Isekai
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
I Have Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level. That’s it. That’s the plot of the anime.
Azusa Aizawa (Protagonist) died due to overwork and depression. However, She wakes up to an angel who bestows her with immortality and grants her a peaceful life in another world. Thus, she reincarnates into a new world of magic and mystery.
She meets new friends and monsters who come to her house either for battle or help. Asuza defeats the dragon‒Laika. After the battle, they also become friends. Thus, Azusa’s life begins to expand as she meets new friends and rivals throughout the story.
42. 07-Ghost
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
4/10 |
5.5/10 |
7/10 |
21.5/40 |
Genre: Action, Dark Fantasy
Episodes: 25
Anime Storyline:
The empire of Barsburg was powerful in terms of military might and resources. The combat soldiers of this empire wielded a strange ability called Zaiphon that had immense potential and power. Thus, the world feared them.
Teito Klein (Protagonist) was a soldier with a rare talent that enabled him to use the Zaiphon extremely well from the others but instead of getting appreciation, he was ill-treated by his fellows because he was a war slave.
However, there was one person named Mikage Celestine (Supporting Character) that helped Teito and became his friend. When Teito learned the truth that one of his superiors killed his father, he escaped the faculty with the help of Mikage to discover more about himself.
41. Cross Ange: Rondo Of Angel and Dragon
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
4.5/10 |
5/10 |
7/10 |
21.5/40 |
Genre: Mecha, Drama, Adventure
Episodes: 25
Anime Storyline:
The world has changed because of extreme advancements in technology. The continuous research leads to the production of Mana. The people who could produce and control Mana were treated like royals while the others (Norma) were treated like trash.
Angelise Ikaruga Misurugi (Protagonist) was the princess of the Misurugi empire who considered Norma as useless being. However, it became known that she was also a Norma as she could not use Mana. (What a hypocrite).
Her life turned upside down and she was tortured like a slave, the empire exiled her to a barren island. Now, she has to learn survival skills in order to live.
40. Earl and Fairy
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7/10 |
4.5/10 |
5/10 |
5/10 |
21.5/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
The world is filled with many mysteries and wonders. We don’t know what fate has in store for us. That was the case with Lydia Cartlon (Female Protagonist) who was called a fairy doctor as she could talk with fairies.
However, people failed to acknowledge her rare ability and she decided to leave for London. She met Edgar J. C. Ashenbert (Male Protagonist) who was looking for a treasure sword. He employs Lydia because of her vast knowledge of fairies.
Their fateful encounter might change the life of Lydia and Edgar for better or worse
39. Unbreakable Machine-Doll
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
4/10 |
5/10 |
7/10 |
22/40 |
Genre: Action, Fiction, Harem
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
Humanity has finally developed a way to create machines capable of thinking and living like normal human beings, in other words, advanced artificial intelligence. This was made possible by combining advanced technology and magic.
This technology was called Machinart and the people who used it to create autonomous dolls were called puppeteers. Raishin Akabane (Protagonist) was a puppeteer of the machine doll Yaya. He decided to take part in the competition held by the prestigious Walpurgis Academy.
The competition was a deadly battle where the puppeteers used their machine dolls (Automatons) to fight each other and only one person can emerge victorious from this battle. Raishin must work together with Yaya to win the competition. (So basically, it’s Pokemon but with machines).
38. Burn the Witch
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
5/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
22/40 |
Genre: Action, Fiction
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
Mythical creatures are just a story for normal people because they have never seen them in real life but the existence of these creatures in the city of London is proved by the witches and wizards that are living in a hidden world within London. (Yep, just like Diagon Alley).
The Mages living in an alternate reality are responsible for maintaining the peace between dragons and humans. In other words, they are the ally of dragons as well as humans.
Noel Niihashi (Protagonist) and Ninny Spangcole (Protagonist) were part of the organization (Wing Bind) that employs witches and wizards and trains them to control dragons for the benefit of society.
37. Chaika: The Coffin Princess
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
5/10 |
6.5/10 |
6/10 |
22.5/40 |
Genre: Action, Fiction, Fantasy
Episodes: 2 Seasons, 10 Episodes
Anime Storyline:
The tragedies caused by the wicked ruler of the Gaz Empire finally ended when the other nations formed an alliance and fought bravely against him. However, it may sound strange but countless people have lost their jobs since the war ended.
Tooru Acura (Main Protagonist) was a war survivor who was going through a harsh time as his fighting skills were no longer useful in this new peaceful world. However, he was still pushing his luck to earn daily bread.
He met Chaika Trabant (Female Protagonist) who was carrying a coffin on her back. She was collecting the remains of her late father so that he could have a proper burial. Chaika asks for Tooru’s help and ends up hiring him.
36.The Betrayal Knows My Name
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
5.5/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
22.5/40 |
Genre: Dark Fantasy, Action
Episodes: 24
Anime Storyline:
People born with strange powers are always socially outcasts as they are either too nice or too bad to blend with normal people. (What are my strange powers then?)
Yuki Sakurai (Protagonist) was a loner as everyone maintained their distance from him. He had an ability that enabled him to experience the painful memories of a person just by touching them.
The whole life of Yuki was filled with mystery as he retains no memories of his past. He got bullied by the people he wished for solitude but in reality, he was longing for a friend. He met Luka Crosszeria (Protagonist), a mysterious man who saved him from a dire situation.
This fateful encounter may help Yuki to understand his purpose in living while exploring his past hidden memories.
35. Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
5.5/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
22.5/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Harem, Comedy
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
The frantic life of a middle-aged programmer changes completely when he finds himself in a world similar to a game. Even though the world works as a game, it was quite hard to tell it apart from reality because everything seemed realistic.
Ichirou Suzuki (Protagonist) was an average programmer, he was tasked with debugging games. Since he was a loner, he kept on working until he passed out only to wake up in a new world full of supernatural beings and magic. He retained his memories but he had the physical appearance of a young adult.
After fighting some monsters in this world, he miraculously became overpowered and invincible. He decided to explore the secrets of this world until he can find a way to his home.
34. Flying Witch
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
5/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
23/40 |
Genre: Comedy Iyashikei, Supernatural
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
The journey of becoming a full-fledged witch is not easy as according to the customs, the individuals must leave their hometown and travel to a new land to hone their skills.
Makoto Kowata (Protagonist) was a young girl aspiring to become a skilled witch. She left her hometown in adolescence to become independent while acquiring new skills. Makoto decided to stay at the house of her relatives in Aomori.
She had a black cat named Chito which was actually a familiar summoned by her. Even though Makoto seems like a normal high school girl, her connection to witchcraft made her stand out from everyone.
33. If it's for My Daughter, I'd Even Defeat a Demon Lord
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
5/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
23/40 |
Genre: Adventure, Slice of Life
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
Children are quite the magicians themselves as whenever we look at them we cannot help but care for them. That was the case with a young adventurer who happens to find a cute little girl from the demon race left alone in a forest.
Dale Reki (Protagonist) was a strong compassionate adventurer with a kindhearted soul, he was quite famous among people in his city because of his noble feats. He finds Latina (Protagonist), a cute little girl having a broken demon horn.
Latina was so charismatic that Dale ended up adopting her. He decided to become a caring father for her. Thus, Dale begins his days of looking after Latina while teaching her the basics of this world.
32. How Not to Summon a Demon Lord
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6.5/10 |
5/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
23.5/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Harem
Episodes: 2 Seasons, 10 Episodes
Anime Storyline:
The demon lord is always the most powerful boss in the entire game, but imagine a player who has managed to achieve a level higher than the demon lord and is feared among players. Why do these anime “shut-in” gamers look so fit and healthy? I need answers.
Takuma Sakamoto (Protagonist) was an avid fan of Cross Reverie, an MMORPG. He is summoned to another world which is exactly like Cross Reverie by two cute girls Rem and Shera. Having all rare artifacts and possessing an insane amount of power level, he is regarded as the Demon Lord, Diablo.
Rem and Shera performed a ritual to enslave Diablo but the spell ends up getting backfired on them but the situation escalates and things start becoming awkward for them so Takuma decides to help the girls in finding a way to remove the spell and they start their journey as an adventurer party.
31. Witch Craft Works
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7/10 |
4.5/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
23.5/40 |
Genre: Romance, Supernatural
Episodes: 11
Anime Storyline:
The most charismatic female students are always treated like idols and if a lame boy is found interacting with her, the boy ends up getting bullied by his classmates. One of the bullies is literally named Obama.
Takamiya Honoka (Male Protagonist) was living the boring life of a high school loner. Even though he sits beside Ayaka Kagari ( Female Protagonist), the most popular girl in school who is perfect in everything.
The life of Takamiya takes a drastic turn when he gets attacked by a witch but he was saved by another witch who turns out to be none other than Ayaka Kagari, the school idol. This fateful encounter of Takimiya with witches might change his life once for all.
30. Stigma of the wind
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7/10 |
6/10 |
5/10 |
6/10 |
24/40 |
Genre: Romance, Supernatural, Action
Episodes: 24
Anime Storyline:
The noble household has some strict customs like, if the heir of the family cannot control the bloodline ability of the family then he must be banished and that was the case with the eldest heir of a renowned family.
Kazuma Yamagami (Protagonist) was born in the noble Kannagi family but he was not gifted with the ability to use the blaze technique which was the family bloodline ability, therefore, he was banished. He went under intense training and mastered the art of Fuujutsu that enabled him to use the mighty power of the wind.
With this new ability in hand, he decided to visit his home after a long time only to find himself in more chaos as some family members were killed and the higher–ups were suspecting him as a murderer. Now, Kazuma must find the killer to prove his innocence.
29. Tokyo Ravens
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
6/10 |
24/40 |
Genre: Adventure, Action, Drama
Episodes: 24
Anime Storyline:
During the harsh war times, Japan used the forbidden magic (Onmyoudou) technique to gain an upper hand in the war but the magic failed and resulted in massive destruction. Several years have passed but the after-effects of that magic still lurk in Japan.
Harutora Tsuchimikado (Protagonist) was a member of the prestigious Tsuchimikado family but he couldn’t use magic even though the process to use magic has become quite simple. He decided to live a quiet student life in Tokyo.
However, when a mysterious group of people begins to plan the use of a forbidden spell again that will threaten the lives of people, Harutora swears to stop it by fighting alongside Natsume Tsuchimikado (Protagonist), the leader of the Tsuchimikado family.
28. A Certain Magical Index
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7/10 |
6/10 |
5.5/10 |
6/10 |
24.5/40 |
Genre: Action, Scientific Fantasy
Episodes: 2 Seasons, 24 Episodes
Anime Storyline:
Tokyo, the biggest city in Japan, has a massive number of residents but most of the population are students with psychic abilities. These students train in the most prestigious and technically advanced academy of Tokyo called Academy City.
The young students with psychic abilities are called Espers. Each Esper holds specific supernatural power. The abilities of these Espers are evaluated by a system that grants them a specific rank.
Touma Kamijou (Protagonist) was a low-rank Esper. In fact, he held zero rank due to his poor psychic powers but he was gifted with another strange ability (Imagine Breaker) that even the scientist failed to comprehend. This ability allows Touma to nullify any other supernatural power.
He met a foreign girl named Index (Protagonist) who held the knowledge of thousands of forbidden powerful grimoires. She was running from a dangerous organization. After becoming friends with Touma, he decided to protect this girl by every means possible.
27. Knight's & Magic
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
6/10 |
6.5/10 |
7/10 |
24.5/40 |
Genre: Magic, Fantasy, Mecha Anime
Episodes: 13
Anime Storyline:
Living a life without completing a single feat and then dying in a car accident seems worse than a mere tragedy. That was the case with a Japanese Otaku but when he was given a second chance in another world, he decided to give it a serious shot.
Tsubasa Kurata (Protagonist) was your everyday Otaku with a crazy obsession with games and manga but his life turned upside down when he died in a drastic car accident, only to find himself in another world as a member of a noble family with a new name Ernesti Echevarria.
If you are a fan of giant robots fighting each other then you are in for a ride.
He obtained powerful magical abilities because of his noble lineage. The young people of this new world used their magic abilities to pilot a powerful mecha called Silhouette Knight to fight beasts. Impressed by this Mecha Knight, Ernesti decided to build his own Mecha Knight one day.
26. The Ancient Magus Bride
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
6/10 |
710 |
7/10 |
25/40 |
Genre: Dark Fantasy, Mystery
Episodes: 24
Anime Storyline:
Misfortune is sure to fall upon a person who is born with supernatural abilities. As society and the family of that person refuses to accept them. That was the case with a young high school girl who decided to giveaway herself (for five freaking million pounds) so that she can have a place to call home.
Chise Hatori (Protagonist) was a high school girl who was bullied by others because of her ability to see supernatural beings. To run away from all this tragedy, she ends up selling herself in a big auction. I mean- It’s a pretty good deal after all.
Elias Ainsworth (Protagonist) was a magus living in the outskirts of England. He purchased Chise and gave her a home. He decided to teach her more about magic and all supernatural stuff. Thus, Chise became the apprentice and future bride of the mysterious magus.
25. Strike the Blood
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5/10 |
6/10 |
8/10 |
6/10 |
25/40 |
Genre: Action, Harem
Episodes: 24
Anime Storyline:
In the outskirts of Japan lies an artificial island called Itogami Island where beings of various races live together. The Island is suspected to be the home of the 4th Primogenitor, the most powerful vampire of history.
Akatsuki Kojou (Protagonist) seems like an ordinary high school student but in reality, he is the Fourth Primogenitor. Kojou was originally a human but a mysterious incident left him with the immense abilities of a legendary vampire.
He met Himeragi Yukina (Protagonist), a sword shaman sent by the Lion King Organization to observe him. However, due to the turn of fate, they both end up fighting the chaos surrounding the island.
24. The Familiar of Zero
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6.5/10 |
6/10 |
7/10 |
6/10 |
25.5/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Comedy, Harem
Episodes: 13
Anime Storyline:
In a world full of witches and mages, some people cannot cast spells properly. They are regarded as failures even if they are royal. That was the case with a young mage learning magic in a prestigious institution despite being a failure.
Louise Françoise Le Blanc de La Vallière (Don’t ask me how to pronounce that) was a mage who was ridiculed by others because of her inability to cast magic properly. One day, she performed a summoning ritual that ended up with a blast.
A boy named Saito Hiraga (Protagonist) came from the smoke of the explosion. However, even though he was familiar, Louis made him a slave to do home chores. These two unusual familiars and masters may hold more mystery from what we imagine.
23. WorldEnd: What do you do at the end of the world? Are you busy? Will you save us?
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
6/10 |
7/10 |
7/10 |
26/40 |
Genre: Sci-Fi
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
Okay, the name is a little weird when you’ll watch the anime, it’ll make sense to you.
Since the emergence of powerful beasts on Earth, several heroes have fought them bravely to protect innocent people. Among these heroes, there was a warrior who defeated these beasts but ended up in a cold sleep because of injuries.
Willem Kmetsch (Protagonist) was the hero who saved earth from a demon beast. He woke up after several years, only to find that even more powerful creatures are spreading chaos on Earth and he is the sole survivor of his race.
He finds himself in the floating city where soldiers alongside “weapons” are training to fight these creatures. He becomes the caretaker but to his surprise, these weapons turn out to be little girls (Leprechauns). William decides to look after these girls who are treating themselves as mere war weapons. (Sounds like a dream job to me).
22. Broken Blade
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
6/10 |
7/10 |
7/10 |
26/40 |
Genre: Action, Mecha
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
In a world where everyone can use magic (Quartz) except for one young boy who couldn’t use the magic due to a mysterious cause. Because of this inability, he suffered a lot but still, he managed to make some true friends.
Rygart Arrow (Protagonist) was a young man who was working as a farmer because of his inability to use magic. He became friends with a young couple who ended up becoming the royals of his kingdom. He begins to live a good life because of his friends.
However, soon their kingdom got attacked by a nearby nation and they were suffering from several casualties. When Rygart learned about the existence of a powerful mecha called Golem that can only be piloted by him, he decided to fight for the protection of his kingdom and friends.
21. Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6/10 |
6/10 |
7/10 |
7/10 |
26/40 |
Genre: Magical, Comedy, Slice of Life
Episodes: 5 Seasons, 12 Epiosdes
Anime Storyline:
Set in the normal world where magic and other supernatural things are just a story but there was a girl who believed in the existence of mages as once she helped a mage from another world and became her partner on a mission.
Nanoha Takamachi (Protagonist) was a normal middle school girl who believed in the existence of mages with magic powers. One day, she ends up helping a girl named Yuuno Scrya who turns out to be a mage from another universe.
Yuuno was on a mission to collect a piece of a powerful artifact called Jewel Seeds. He asked for Nanoha’s help to which she insanity agreed. Yuuno gave a magic wand turning her into a mage. Now, they both must work together to gather the powerful Jewel Seeds.
20. My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5.5/10 |
6.5/10 |
7/10 |
7.5/10 |
26.5/40 |
Genre: Otome Game
Episodes: 2 Seasons, 12 Episodes
Anime Storyline:
Everyone desires to become the main character in every story of life. Although it is easy in games as you can take control of the protagonist of the story but it is quite different in reality. This was the case with an Otaku girl who finds herself as Villainess in another world.
Catarina Claes (Protagonist) was a normal high school girl obsessed with role-playing games. She suddenly gets transported in one of the games played by her but she ends up as the Villainess of the game whose fate was doomed in every case.
Even though her fate was set in stone, Catarina decides to use her past gaming abilities to find a way to get out of this tragic fate. She started learning magic so that he can influence and control others to her binding.
19. Ascendance of a Bookworm
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5.5/10 |
6.5/10 |
7/10 |
7.5/10 |
26.5/40 |
Genre: Fantasy
Episodes: 27
Anime Storyline:
People with an extreme obsession with books are often called Bookworms but they are not troubled by it because they love books nevertheless. This anime features a young college student who spent her life reading books to become a librarian.
Urano Motosu (Protagonist) was the usual college girl who had a keen interest in reading books as she collected a massive number of books in her room. But just before she was going to achieve her lifelong dream of becoming a librarian she died in an earthquake. (The end. Just kidding, there’s more).
She got reincarnated in another world as a little girl named Myne. Without a second thought, she started looking for books to read but she finds out that books in this era are very expensive. However, Myne didn’t stop there; she decided to make books herself by learning magic.
18. Goblin Slayer
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6.5/10 |
5.5/10 |
7.5/10 |
7.5/10 |
28/40 |
Genre: Dark Fantasy
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
In a world with various types of dangerous monsters the trend to become an adventurer was at its peak. Every monster holds a specific rank; it was believed that high-rank monsters are more powerful and dangerous but a certain adventurer considered goblins as the most dangerous ones.
Goblin Slayer (Protagonist) was an experienced adventurer who only took quests related to goblins. After going through a tragedy caused by these goblins, he decided to dedicate his life to killing these clever and adaptive monsters.
He saved a priestess (Protagonist) whose party got brutally killed by the hordes of goblins. The priestess decided to join the party of Goblin Slayer as a way to repay him for his kindness.
17. How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6.5/10 |
5.5/10 |
7.5/10 |
7.5/10 |
28/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Comedy
Episodes: 13
Anime Storyline:
Whenever a hero is summoned from another world, it is predicted that he has to fight the demon lord to bring peace to this world. However, that was not the case with a young hero summoned in the kingdom of Elfreiden as he decided to bring peace through administrative reforms, an entirely diplomatic strategy.
Kazuya Souma (Protagonist) was a teenager studying to become a full-fledged officer in a government organization. However, when his grandfather died he found himself alone and helpless.
He was summoned to another world as a hero, but due to certain circumstances, he ended up becoming the king of the Elfreiden Kingdom, which was on the verge of collapsing. Kazuya decided to bring prosperity to his new home by using diplomatic strategies from his world.
16. Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7/10 |
7/10 |
7/10 |
7/10 |
28/40 |
Genre: Fantasy
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
There are certain ridiculous parameters that society uses to judge people. This is true even when it comes to summoning a hero from another world. The Goddess summons a hero from the human world but due to his not-so-cool facial gestures, she ridicules him and banishes him. (ouch)
Makoto Misumi (Protagonist) was an average high schooler who was summoned to another world of magic because of a contract between his parents and a Goddess. However, the selfish Goddess banishes him to a barren land because of his gloomy looks.
Even though he was banished, Makoto gained supernatural abilities which made him powerful, he became friends with creatures of different races and decided to bring equality and revolution in this unjust world.
15. KonoSuba God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7/10 |
8/10 |
7/10 |
7/10 |
29/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Comedy, Isekai
Episodes: 2 Seasons, 10 Episodes
Anime Storyline:
Most of the people who were reincarnated into a new world died doing noble acts but that was not the case with a good-for-nothing otaku gamer who died pathetically even though he wanted to go with a noble act.
Kazuma Satou (Protagonist) was a shut-in gamer who was good at nothing but games. After dying shamefully, he finds himself in a new world where magic and supernatural beings were normal things.
He decided to take the goddess Aqua as his aid only to find that she is nothing but a useless goddess. Now, Kazuma must work hard to make a living in this new world.
14. Dorohedoro
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7.5/10 |
8/10 |
7/10 |
7/10 |
29.5/40 |
Genre: Action, Dark Fantasy
Episodes: 12 Episodes
Anime Storyline:
The Anime revolves In a world where the residents of a certain place were treated tragically by the people with powerful magic. This place was just a playing ground for people with high authority and power who kill these residents for their fun.
Caiman (Protagonist) was a monster living in hell named Hole by the people (Sorcerers) who created this place for their amusement. He was once a human who got cursed by an unknown sorcerer. (We all know who the real monsters in this story are).
Even though there was nothing but despair in the hole, Caiman decided to fight his tragic fate hoping to kill the sorcerer who cast that spell on him. He was aided by some fellows who also refuse to live this never-ending tragedy.
13. Black Clover
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8/10 |
7/10 |
8/10 |
7/10 |
30/40 |
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy
Episodes: 4 Seasons
Anime Storyline:
In this anime, the most powerful mage was awarded a glorious title and wealth regardless of lineage. Two orphan boys swore to become mages, worthy of this glorious title.
Asta (Protagonist) and Yuno (Protagonist) were two young orphans who were living in an orphanage. From childhood, they were determined to gain the glorious title of Wizard King which was given to the mightiest mage of the world.
Although at first, Yuno was the only one who acquired his magic abilities in his teenage years, Asta didn’t end up with any power. However, due to turns of fate Asta obtained a powerful grimoire called Black Clover that granted him immense power.
They both decided to part ways hoping to meet again in the final battle for the title. (Doesn’t sound epic? Well, it is. You should watch it yourself).
12. Beyond the Boundary
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8/10 |
7/10 |
8/10 |
7/10 |
30/40 |
Genre: Dark Fantasy, Romance
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
In a world where horrific creatures born with the negative emotions of humans roam freely while spreading terror and chaos, the clan of brave warriors was fighting these creatures for ages and now a young girl, the last survivor of this clan must continue their fight.
Mirai Kuriyama (Protagonist) was a normal high school girl in the eyes of people around her but in reality, she is the sole survivor of the Spirit World Warriors Clan. She was tasked with the heavy burden of eliminating existences (Youmu) who threaten the people and peace of this world.
She met Akihito Kanbara (Protagonist) who happens to be a hybrid of Youmu. Even though Mirai attacked him with her powerful blood weapon he was not killed due to his ability of immortality. However, Mirai didn’t stop here as she continued to find a way to kill him.
11. Saga of Tanya the Evil
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8/10 |
7/10 |
8/10 |
7/10 |
30/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, War
Episodes: 12
Anime Storyline:
There are certain times when lacking faith leads people to never-ending tragedies and despair. That was the case with a normal worker who got killed by his hater and then reincarnates in a new world with insane rules set up by a God.
Tanya Degurechaff (Protagonist) was a normal worker in his past life but during his last moments, he refused to believe in the existence of God in front of him. God reincarnates him as a small girl in a world full of war as a punishment.
She was forced to fight on the battlefield as a soldier but the worst thing was that God has set rules for her new life like If she dies on the battlefield she will be punished in hell. To escape this fate Tanya must use all resources at her disposal to get out of it alive.
10. Sword Art Online
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8/10 |
7/10 |
8/10 |
7/10 |
30/40 |
Genre: Adventure, Sci-Fi
Episodes: 3 Seasons
Anime Storyline:
This anime features a futuristic world where scientists have revolutionized virtual reality by creating certain gadgets. These gadgets helped in the creation of a full-fledged virtual world where there were no boundaries of reality.
Kazuto Kirigaya AKA Kirito was an avid fan of virtual reality games. He buys the latest game called SAO (Sword Art Online) and dives into the game using Nerve Gear (a technology that allows people to control their character using just their thoughts).
He was astonished by the invention of Kayaba Akihiko, the creator of SAO. But all of this joy turns into regret when Kayaba announces that dying in this game results in death in the real world and the only way out is clearing the game. (Welcome to anime Squid Games).
9. Magi: Adventure of Sinbad
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
32/40 |
Genre: Adventure, Coming of Age Story
Episodes: 13
Anime Storyline:
This anime features a futuristic world where scientists have revolutionized virtual reality by creating certain gadgets. These gadgets helped in the creation of a full-fledged virtual world where there were no boundaries of reality.
Kazuto Kirigaya AKA Kirito was an avid fan of virtual reality games. He buys the latest game called SAO (Sword Art Online) and dives into the game using Nerve Gear (a technology that allows people to control their character using just their thoughts).
He was astonished by the invention of Kayaba Akihiko, the creator of SAO. But all of this joy turns into regret when Kayaba announces that dying in this game results in death in the real world and the only way out is clearing the game. (Welcome to anime Squid Games).
8. Fairy Tail
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
34/40 |
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy
Episodes: 9 Seasons
Anime Storyline:
In a world where the use of magic was a usual thing as many wizards and mages use magic to explore various quests while helping the people. The guilds are parties of fellow wizards that live and work together as a family.
Natsu Dragneel (Protagonist) was a member of the prestigious adventure party called Fairy Tail. He was accompanied by Happy, a cat-like creature. They were on the quest to find the whereabouts of Natsu’s father (Dragon Igneel).
He met Lucy Heartfilia (Protagonist), a young girl aspiring to become a famous and powerful wizard so that she can join the legendary guild Fairy Tale. Due to turns of fate, Lucy finds herself in her dream guild (Fairy Tale) where she started her adventure with fellow powerful wizards.
7. Overlord
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
34/40 |
Gen
Anime Storyline:
Virtual reality games were normal in Japan because of advancements in technology. Some of these games were so popular that people became obsessed with them. However, when a popular game developer decided to shut down the game. The players were struck with sadness
Momonga (Protagonist) was the oldest player of a virtual reality game named Yggdrasil, he mastered the game and became a high-level wizard with insane powers. Even though the game was being shut down, Momonga decided to stay while enjoying the final moments of his beloved game.
The virtual world of the game became the reality of Momonga and other game characters developed intelligence and personalities of their own. To discover the cause behind this strange development, he decided to conquer this world using his dark powers of overlord.
6. Re: Zero Starting Life in Another
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9/10 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
36/40 |
Genre: Action, Fantasy
Episodes: 2 Seasons
Anime Storyline:
Interdimensional collapse is a strange phenomenon that results in the sudden transport of an entity into another dimension. That was the case with a young student who suddenly finds himself in a magical world.
Subaru Natsuki (Protagonist) was a normal high school student obsessed with manga and games. His life changed when he was transported into a fantasy world similar to a video game.
He assumed himself as a protagonist summoned into this world as a hero with magic abilities but the reality was cruel. Subaru got killed by a mysterious assassin only to find himself reincarnated again in the same timeline.
5. Castlevania
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9/10 |
8/10 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
36/40 |
Genre: Horror, Action
Episodes: 4 Seasons
Anime Storyline:
In ignorant times, people believed that science is evil sorcery and people studying science were minions of the devil. Amidst this confusion, a young girl sets out to discover true science and knowledge in order to help the people of her village.
Lisa (Protagonist) was a young smart girl who believed in the sovereignty of science and true knowledge. She found the castle of Dracula and was amazed by seeing all the things present in the castle.
She asked Vlad Tepes Dracula (Protagonist) to teach her the truth and grant her the knowledge of science. Lisa fell in love with him and they got married. Several years later, Lisa was tragically killed by a mob of people from the village. Dracula, in rage, unleashed his army of demons upon them.
4. That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9/10 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
10/10 |
37/40 |
Genre: Fantasy
Episodes: 2 Seasons
Anime Storyline:
Living life in the human world may sound boring when many people are being reincarnated into other magical and exciting worlds. However, when a middle-aged salary worker found himself in another world he acknowledged the fact that living in another world was not as easy as it sounds.
Satoru Mikami (Protagonist) was a normal Japanese worker living a quiet and dull life having no girlfriend even at the age of 37. However, when his coworker (Tamura) introduced his girlfriend to him, he became quite depressed.
He ends up saving his co-worker from the assaulter and dies only to find himself reincarnated as a slime into one of the fantasy worlds. Satoru must use his knowledge and skills to live a better life in this world.
3. Howl's Moving Castle
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9/10 |
10/10 |
9/10 |
10/10 |
38/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
Episodes: 1 (Movie)
Anime Storyline:
In a world where witches and wizards were feared by people because of their dangerous powers. However, some wizards protect normal humans from the horrors of dark witches.
Sophie Hatter (Protagonist) was a young innocent girl who worked in the hat shop of her father. One day she got in some trouble but was saved by a handsome wizard. However, the witch of waste became jealous of her and put a spell on her that changed Sophie into an old woman.
She decided to travel to the far land of wizards and through turns of fate, she met Howl (Protagonist), the wizard who saved her earlier. Sophie must continue her journey with Howl to remove her curse.
2. Spirited Away
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9/10 |
10/10 |
10/10 |
10/10 |
39/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
Episodes: 1 (Movie)
Anime Storyline:
People consider the connection of the human world to the spirit world a myth but in this movie, a family suddenly found themselves in the spirit world and their young daughter must save them.
Chihiro Ogino (Protagonist) was a young girl, spoiled by her parents. She accidentally enters the spirit world during the shifting of the house with her parents. She was the first among her family to witness the change in place and things.
Her parents got transformed into pigs because of eating greedily at a mysterious restaurant. Chihiro must venture into this mysterious spirit world with caution because a single wrong step may lead to despai
1. Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation
| Magic | Character Development | Storyline | Animation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10/10 |
10/10 |
10/10 |
10/10 |
40/40 |
Genre: Fantasy, Harem
Episodes: 2 Seasons
Anime Storyline:
Most of the students have faced bullying in their school days. (Seriously, the only ones that didn’t face it were the ones actually doing it). Once, a young bright student was the victim of insane torture from his upperclassmen that made him lose his interest in life and ultimately he became a social reject.
Rudeus Greyrat (Protagonist) was an old man in his previous life who suffered from every possible tragedy. He died saving a bunch of school kids and found himself as a newborn child of two caring parents.
He developed an interest in magic and after working and studying for days he mastered the use of primary class magic which made him quite happy. Even though his past life was a mess, Rudeus decided to take his new life seriously and started his struggle from day one hoping to become a better and stronger person.
So, Which Mage is your favorite?
All the anime featured on this list are full of fantasy, action and adventure. You will surely enjoy these anime a lot. So grab your snacks this weekend and start binging these Magic Witch anime.
