UlasanAnime.com – This mid-season checkpoint on “Witch Craft Works” delves into what makes the anime truly shine, attributing its success not to the source material but to the masterful execution of the anime adaptation itself.
The article begins by referencing an external viewpoint, suggesting agreement with a particular perspective on how to approach the subject, though with a slight divergence in opinion on the exact framing.
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When examining “Witch Craft Works,” the author categorizes it as a quintessential “anime” anime, drawing a parallel with “Zvezda” as another strong contender for this season. The enjoyment derived from “Witch Craft Works” is highlighted as stemming primarily from elements enhanced by the animation process itself, such as the voice acting, visual presentation, and pacing. In contrast, “IS” season 2 is described as being closer to a “radio drama slideshow,” a point where the author believes that series faltered.
Instead of placing blame on the creators, referred to playfully as “Potato-kuns,” the credit for the anime’s success is squarely given to JC STAFF. This is because, as the author elaborates, the manga and the inherent themes within “Witch Craft Works” are not particularly groundbreaking or aspirational. While not outright terrible, the author suggests that similar or even superior content could easily be found in a typical late-night Japanese TV screening, implying the source material is, in essence, mediocre.
Despite being a few episodes behind in viewing, the author states that nothing in the show itself has demonstrated redeeming value beyond what the anime adaptation has introduced. This leads to the conclusion that if talented voice actors like Kugyuu, Mamiko, Kawasumi Ayako, and Kayanon, along with a strong supporting cast, are given a witch anime produced by JC STAFF and helmed by experienced animators and a skilled director, the result is likely to be “A-OK.”
In a postscript, the author expresses a hope that Seto Asami will continue to take on deadpan roles, acknowledging that this might be an unlikely wish. A further note suggests that “Witch Craft Works” might actually be “better than A-OK” for reasons that are implicitly understood or linked to further information. The article concludes with a lighthearted question about whether the top image is a spoof of Good Smile Company (GSC).
