Magical Girl Apocalypse is a subgenre of manga and anime that portrays a dark and violent twist on the traditional magical girl genre. Unlike the typical magical girl story where young girls gain magical powers and use them to fight evil, Magical Girl Apocalypse takes a much darker turn. In this subgenre, the magical girls are faced with apocalyptic scenarios, where their powers are used not only for protection but also to cause destruction. The main idea behind the Magical Girl Apocalypse is the juxtaposition of the innocence and purity associated with magical girl stories with the brutality and despair of an apocalyptic world. The protagonists of the story are often faced with gruesome and horrific challenges, battling not only monstrous creatures but also their own altered identities. The transformation into magical girls becomes a curse rather than a blessing, as the powers they possess cause them pain and suffering.
None of the children are particularly identified in the transcript, and neither she nor Ralphie (also seen) did anything of note in the comic. I suppose if the consensus is that they might be mentioned anyway (with "Girl" replaced with "Wanda"), then. sure, but if that were the case, it's likely that it would have been changed since. Nyperold (talk) 19:31, 27 December 2016 (UTC)
The child who is asking the question looks similar to Wanda, one of the regular students in the class who often asked the questions that set the field trips in motion. Frizzle makes use of the titular magic school bus to take her students on a variety of magical field trips that allow them to experience various scientific topics first hand, such as the inner anatomy of the human body, the effects of friction, what goes on inside a beehive, and many others.
The transformation into magical girls becomes a curse rather than a blessing, as the powers they possess cause them pain and suffering. One of the key elements of Magical Girl Apocalypse is the deconstruction of the traditional magical girl tropes. The characters in these stories are often forced to confront the consequences of their powers and the sacrifices they must make to survive.
The Magic School Bus
I loved this series as a kid, and I love this series even now. Each episode, we learn something new, interesting, and worthy of sharing. Ms. Frizzle’s enthusiasm for teaching, and the class being enthusiastic for magical, yet educational, field trips, as well as a touch of the entertaining aspects of a show, helps kids learn about the world around them through roughly 30 minute episodes. But it doesn’t end when the field trip is over. The producer gives viewers additional information about the topic they watched. Overall, this show is very fun and engaging, and I would recommend this to everyone with children.
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Fae7 Adult September 18, 2021 age 6+ Very educational The older versions is better as it contains more subjects for kids Show more Great messages Great role models Helpful ReportReport this review
PCAcademy Adult February 17, 2019 age 5+Great show
I watched this as a kid and probably leaned more from this show than I did in school. Now I use this in our homeschool for my daughter. just hope no-one ever tells her it counts for school ;-)
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Mrs. C. B. Parent of 7 and 9-year-old August 12, 2017 age 5+fun and educational
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lovaajesus Adult July 15, 2017 age 9+ Common Sense Media forgot to put "Magic and fantasy" in the topics of this show. Show more Helpful ReportReport this review
Jennifer L. Adult March 11, 2017 age 6+Entertaining show that makes kids want to learn more
While the show ran from 1994-1997, we didn't see it until about 2007, when my first child was five. I borrowed a video from a friend; my child enjoyed it so much that we eventually got several DVDs ourselves--a good investment, as my children watched them repeatedly. While not every episode is full of information, most are very informative, and they were funny enough that I didn't mind sitting down to watch with my kids. Very engaging! I think maybe what I like most is the attitude that Ms Frizzle encourages: "Be adventurous! Make mistakes!" With all that, she still taught her students always to test their hypotheses. Fine training for students, not just about science but about thinking and analyzing and forming conclusions. The show definitely encouraged both a love of science and a love of learning in my kids. My oldest is now fifteen and planning to become a marine biologist. I'm not saying it was all because of The Magic Schoolbus, but still--thanks, Ms Frizzle!
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Rosie Y. Adult November 17, 2015 age 4+My preschooler started by reading the books before we moved onto the TV series. Each episode follows a book quite closely, which might be helpful for younger viewers (our library had almost all of the books). He has picked up several scientific concepts from the show, although some are (obviously) over his head. However, he still enjoys the characters' interactions even if he doesn't understand the scientific concepts. Aside from the science lessons and some discussion about what might be happening interpersonally for the characters, my son also learned a lot about wordplay, puns and jokes thanks to Carlos' perpetually bad jokes. Personally, I like that the kids are diverse, and that the character of Miss Frizzle is a very positive female role model. Also, unlike in other shows, where the child-characters can engage in nasty name calling or bullying, the characters in this show sometimes are in conflict, there is positive modeling of how to handle that. While I understand that other parents might be concerned that this gives kids unrealistic expectations about school, this has not been an issue for us--he has asked how the bus could do X, Y or Z and we simply explain that it is magic and make believe. This seems to be enough for him.
I loved this series as a kid, and I love this series even now. Each episode, we learn something new, interesting, and worthy of sharing. Ms. Frizzle’s enthusiasm for teaching, and the class being enthusiastic for magical, yet educational, field trips, as well as a touch of the entertaining aspects of a show, helps kids learn about the world around them through roughly 30 minute episodes. But it doesn’t end when the field trip is over. The producer gives viewers additional information about the topic they watched. Overall, this show is very fun and engaging, and I would recommend this to everyone with children.
The cheery and colorful worlds of typical magical girl stories are replaced with post-apocalyptic landscapes filled with death and despair. Despite the dark and violent nature of the genre, Magical Girl Apocalypse still manages to contain elements of hope and resilience. The protagonists often fight against impossible odds and find strength within themselves to continue on. It shows that even in the face of despair, there is always a glimmer of hope. Overall, Magical Girl Apocalypse is a subgenre that takes the traditional magical girl formula and transforms it into a dark and gritty tale. It explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit. The juxtaposition of innocence and violence makes for a compelling and thought-provoking narrative..
Reviews for "Magical Girls as Agents of Change in the Apocalypse Genre"
1. John - 2/5 stars - I really wanted to like "Magical girl apocalypse" because I'm a fan of the genre, but this manga just didn't deliver. The storyline was all over the place and it felt like the author couldn't decide what direction to take. The characters were also one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it hard to connect with them. Overall, I found the whole reading experience disappointing and would not recommend it to others.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - "Magical girl apocalypse" was a complete waste of my time. The plot was predictable and lacked any originality. The artwork was subpar and the character designs were unappealing. The dialogue was cheesy and the attempts at humor fell flat. I couldn't find any redeeming qualities in this manga and regretted picking it up. Save yourself the trouble and skip this one.
3. Alex - 2/5 stars - I had high expectations for "Magical girl apocalypse" but was sorely disappointed. The violence and gore were excessive and unnecessarily graphic, making it hard to stomach. The story seemed rushed and the pacing was off, leaving me confused at times. The concept had potential, but it was poorly executed. I wanted to like this manga, but in the end, it failed to capture my interest or leave a lasting impression.