Maria the Virgin Witch
Ishikawa Masayuki
- Mangaka
- Ishikawa Masayuki
- First published
- 2008
- Status
- Completed
- Original language
- Japanese
- Genres
- Historical · Comedy · Magic · Military
- Content rating
- Suggestive
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Where it came from
Maria the Virgin Witch, known in Japan as Junketsu no Maria, was serialized in Kodansha's Good! Afternoon magazine between 2008 and 2013. Written and illustrated by Masayuki Ishikawa, the series was conceived as a historical fantasy set during the Hundred Years' War in France. Ishikawa, who gained significant acclaim for his meticulous research in Moyasimon, brought a similar level of attention to the political and religious tensions of the medieval period, framing his protagonist's pacifism as a direct challenge to the warmongering nobility and clergy.
The series is noted for its blending of lighthearted magical elements with a surprisingly grounded look at the logistical realities of medieval conflict. Ishikawa’s art style prioritizes expressive character work and historical authenticity in costume and weaponry design. Upon its release, the manga was well-received by critics for its intellectual approach to the magical girl genre and its subversion of traditional tropes regarding war and institutional religion, eventually leading to an anime adaptation produced by J.C.Staff in 2015.
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