Manga Reviews (2010-2019): Witchcraft Works vol. 13 by Ryu Mizunagi (a Neo-Tokyo Manga Review)

Vol. 13 of “Witchcraft Works” is another exciting volume with a lot of action, a lot of humor but this volume sets up what may be a signal for darker times ahead for Takamiya and Kagari. A major reveal and an antagonist who no has a target on Takamiya’s back.

MANGA TITLE: Witchcraft Works Vol. 13 (ウィッチクラフトワークス)

STORY AND ART BY: Mizunagi Ryu

FIRST PUBLISHED IN JAPAN: Kodansha, Ltd.

PUBLISHED IN USA BY: Vertical Inc.

RATED: N/A

RELEASE DATE: November 26, 2019

Alcina, a high-ranking Workshop witch, continues to investigate Takamiya, since she finds it improbable that he could take in the White Princess without her power overwhelming his. Does the appearance of so many old witches—and their clashing wishes, preferences, intrigue, ideals and beliefs—portend the outbreak of a magical war?

In 2010, Ryu Mizunagi’s “Witchcraft Works” was serialized in Kodansha’s “Good! Afternoon” publication. Meanwhile, a 12-episode anime series from J.C. Staff aired on Japanese television in 2014 and was streamed on Crunchyroll.

With a total of eight manga volumes printed in Japan, Vertical has picked up the series and is releasing it in North America.

“Witchcraft Works” revolves around a normal student named Honoka Takamiya. He sits next to Ayaka Kagari, the most popular girl on campus and despite sitting next to her, he has never talked or interacted with her.

And when he does, he is often beaten up by her fanclub.

But one day, Takamiya is attacked by a Tower witch and he is saved by Ayaka Kagari, a Workshop Witch, who reveals to him that she is a witch and her job is to protect him. And it is revealed that the Tower witches are after him for some apparent reason.

But because of the danger he is in, Kagari now spends a lot of time with him, drawing the ire from his fellow classmates and her fan club.

Takamiya becomes an apprentice and tries to learn the basics of witchcraft. But one day, he is attacked by Chronoire Schwarz VI, the Tower Witch for some apparent reason.

Meanwhile, as more Tower Witches try to target both Takamiya and Kagari, Takamiya learns important secrets about his sister and also a family secret that will change his relationship with Kagari.

Fast forward to volume 13, and we see Kagari and Takamiya now starting to grow closer and closer but now Alcina, a high ranking Workshop witch is investigating Takamiya.

Because so much happens in volume 13, just mentioning a little about it, would spoil too much, but I will say this, things are going to become much darker for Takamiya and Kagari and it’s going to put their relationship to the test. And Takamiya has become a target for a surprising reveal that changes the dynamic of this story.

“Witchcraft Works” is a fascinating, humorous and fun manga series from Ryu Mizunagi.

The manga showcases Takamiya, a normal guy who is often protected by a witch named Ayaka and of course, she happens to be gorgeous and very powerful.

And we have read and seen how this tension between the two exists, both don’t know how to be proactive, but with volume 13, we see them drawing closer to each other, when forces now are trying to drive them farther apart.

The artwork by Mizunagi is very good with many characters and good use of closeups and action sequences. But I absolutely love the cover and there are some chapters that feature wonderful artwork.

Overall, vol. 13 of “Witchcraft Works” is another exciting volume with a lot of action, a lot of humor but now will setup a storyline that drives the characters into what may become their most challenging experience thus far. Takamiya’s life is in extreme danger and can Kagari continue to protect him? And with the reveal for volume 13, can anything ever be the same?

If you are looking for a fun, sci-fi, action-packed manga series, definitely give Ryu Mizunagi’s “Witchcraft Work” a try!

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