Series synopsis
Modern Magic Made Simple, also known as よくわかる現代魔法 is a Japanese animation sci-fi & fantasy comedy television series that premiered on BS11 on July 11, 2009. It ended on September 27, 2009. It stars Ai Nonaka, Shintaro Asanuma, Haruka Tomatsu and Hitomi Nabatame.
In this world, magic is similar to quantum physics, and spells - on computer programs, and they are called the same - Codes. As with quantum physics, the magic - the inheritance of the few with an innate gift must be carefully developed through education and training. Adherents are divided into classical magicians who create code intuitive and modern magicians who use computers. These masters are highly valued because they are almost all - spell commercial success to time travel.
Premise
In this world, magic is similar to quantum physics, and spells - on computer programs, and they are called the same - Codes. As with quantum physics, the magic - the inheritance of the few with an innate gift must be carefully developed through education and training. Adherents are divided into classical magicians who create code intuitive and modern magicians who use computers. These masters are highly valued because they are almost all - spell commercial success to time travel.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Ai Nonaka
- Shintaro Asanuma
- Haruka Tomatsu as Yumiko Cristina Ichinose
- Hitomi Nabatame
- Minako Kotobuki
- Kenji Hamada
- Masayuki Katou
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | June 29, 2009 | June 29, 2009 |
| Season 1 | 12 | July 11, 2009 | September 27, 2009 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
cruncha cruncha cruncha Ichinose becomes annoyed with Koyomi's inability to use any magic other than summoning pans. As such she decides to take her off of Misa's hands for a few days and teach her how to better control her ancient magic. Unfortunately, despite Ichinose's best efforts and strenuous training all Koyomi can manage is the world largest pan! |
June 29, 2009 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Hello World Yumiko Ichinose runs away from home to join the Anehara Cross School of Magic. On the way there she is accosted by a powerful mage who demands her grandfather's staff and is prepared to kill to get it. When she does finally arrive at the school she meets a strange girl called Koyomi Morishita, who insists that she knows her. However, their 'reunion' is cut short when they are once again attacked by Guibarthez. |
July 11, 2009 |
| 2 |
Wizardry Koyomi Morishita decides to join the Anehara Cross School of Magic but soon finds out from Misa Anehara that the school no longer exists. However, later whilst visiting Akihabara she once again encounters Misa and gets caught up in the world of 'Modern Magic'. After assisting her in capturing two criminals Koyomi finally earns her chance to study under the famous Misa Anehara. |
July 18, 2009 |
| 3 |
Deus In Machina Kaho and Koyomi are both now studying Modern Magic under Misa but Koyomi can still only produce pans. Later Koyomi meets Yumiko Christina Ichinose a powerful mage who is on the trail of a dangerous Daemon. The duo end up joining forces in order to catch the Daemon and retrieve Yumiko's stolen underwear. However, they soon end up involved in something far more dangerous. |
July 25, 2009 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BS11 |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 11, 2009 |
| Last aired | September 27, 2009 |
| Runtime | 25 minutes |
| Status | Ended |