Mumfir was a young boy with a wild imagination. He loved to create stories and let his mind wander into magical worlds. One day, while exploring his grandma's attic, he stumbled upon an old, dusty book. The book was titled "The Magic Adventures of Mumfir" and it immediately caught his attention. Curiosity took hold of Mumfir as he opened the book and began to read. The words seemed to come alive off the pages, as if the book itself held some sort of enchantment.
The animation quality is… serviceable. There’s a bad 3D CGI dragon, which might be warning for what’s to come in terms of monster design, and many of the shots have a sparkle filter to spice up the framing. It’s fine.
There s a bad 3D CGI dragon, which might be warning for what s to come in terms of monster design, and many of the shots have a sparkle filter to spice up the framing. All the kingdom names, all the heartstring-tugging nods to lost comrades-at-arms and lovers, all of it comes off sounding trite and stereotypical as we spend the first half of a cold open acting like any of this stuff matters to anyone.
The words seemed to come alive off the pages, as if the book itself held some sort of enchantment. Mumfir found himself completely engrossed in the story, transported to a world of wizards, dragons, and mythical creatures. In this magical world, Mumfir discovered that he had special powers.
A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special – Episode 1
What’s it about? At the end of a phyrric war in The Shadow World, only six warriors survived. More than 150 million fought and died trying to defeat the dark and evil dragon, Boromir Napolitan (that’s actually his name) and 99 percent of the world’s mages are dead. Desir Herrman contemplates his next steps in life after a ten year war that cost him everything he has ever held dear when he realizes Napolitan isn’t quite vanquished yet. The six heroes perish in an explosion of mana as the dead dragon’s heart ignites. Desir suddenly finds himself 13 years in the past, back as a freshman at Hebrion Academy.
Returner’s Magic wants to be very serious about slaying a great evil dragon with swords and magic. Our heroes would look great in the most generic knockoff copy of Dragon Quest. There’s Rafaello, the shield boy who protecs! Priestess girl, she’s here to pray! Noble magic man, he wears glasses! Warrior guy, can’t actually talk in full sentences, has an axe!
Combining their powers, they manage to strike down Boromir Napolitan (again, that’s really his name), and now that the dust is settling they are talking about their next steps to bury their dead, memorialize and pray for them. Desir has lost his lover and is overcome with hollowness knowing there’s nobody and nothing waiting for him. Characters talk about rebuilding the League of Western Kingdoms and the mages at the Magic Tower.
Yup, that’s some heroes alrightNone of this means anything to me.
All I need to know is that Boromir Napolitan (I really will have to emphasize, that’s really his name) was in the shadow realm, and he needed to be beat up or the whole world was going to be overtaken by some kind of miasma. All the kingdom names, all the heartstring-tugging nods to lost comrades-at-arms and lovers, all of it comes off sounding trite and stereotypical as we spend the first half of a cold open acting like any of this stuff matters to anyone.
It’s like watching one of those really fake epic movies in a show like “Titanic in Space,” but it’s actually the show.
Please consider subscribing to our Patreon because we are not paid enough for this crap.And then halfway through, we get to the gist of it. Desir gets thrown back in time to the first day of school so that he can relive the next 13 years knowing the horrifying war that’s coming, and I’m guessing he’s now going to save all the people he cares about using what he now knows (primarily the big fact that Boromir Napoli—goddamn, that’s really his name—tan will literally explode and kill everyone when he dies).
The animation quality is… serviceable. There’s a bad 3D CGI dragon, which might be warning for what’s to come in terms of monster design, and many of the shots have a sparkle filter to spice up the framing. It’s fine.
Nothing is falling apart, but that’s mostly because the showrunners were able to recycle some cuts three or four times, which either points to them really wanting to emphasize Desir’s girlfriend is dead or that this wife guy really has nothing much else going for him aside from that.
Dear reader, save yourself. Don’t be like me. Watching something else.Far as narrative issues go, Desir being a commoner in a world where nobles are given preferential treatment makes this story about classism, but will it actually say something? The classism angle can just as likely be just a convenient ploy to make sure Desir can’t just stand up at school and yell “Nobody panic, I’m from the future,” and gives him a measure of scrappiness in his fight for survival.
More than likely, the ingrained power structures are more likely going to be a convenient contrivance to the story more than anything. Give this show a few episodes and he’ll probably have mostly won over his classmates, including his noble-born girlfriend to be, with his unflappable charm of main character energy.
Man, you’re a snobby aristocrat rival/villain in an anime?!The premise and characters are so melodramatic and rote, I can’t really say any of this is riveting entertainment. But hey, at least Desir isn’t reborn from modern day Japan or something. That would otherwise check off all the boxes.
I guess if you’re really, really wanting a high fantasy story about magic and swords that isn’t about some dude from Japan explaining why curry rice is miracle food or something, you could watch this, or you can have good taste and go watch something better.
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And then halfway through, we get to the gist of it. Desir gets thrown back in time to the first day of school so that he can relive the next 13 years knowing the horrifying war that’s coming, and I’m guessing he’s now going to save all the people he cares about using what he now knows (primarily the big fact that Boromir Napoli—goddamn, that’s really his name—tan will literally explode and kill everyone when he dies).
He could cast spells with a flick of his wrist and control the elements around him. His newfound abilities allowed him to embark on incredible adventures, where he would encounter friends and foes alike. From battling fire-breathing dragons to navigating treacherous enchanted forests, Mumfir's adventures were filled with excitement and danger. Each chapter of the book took him to a different part of the mystical realm, where he would face new challenges and unlock hidden secrets. Throughout his journey, Mumfir encountered a cast of unique characters. There was Zara, a fearless warrior with a heart of gold, and Merlin, a wise old wizard who served as his mentor. Together, they formed an unlikely but powerful trio, determined to protect their world from evil forces that threatened to consume it. As Mumfir delved deeper into the book, he realized that the magic he possessed in the story also had an impact on his own life. He became more confident, imaginative, and determined to make a difference. Mumfir's adventures taught him important lessons about bravery, friendship, and the power of believing in oneself. With each turn of the page, Mumfir's magical abilities grew stronger. He mastered spells and learned to control the elements with ease. But as the story reached its climax, Mumfir faced his greatest challenge yet - an ancient sorcerer seeking to obtain the book's power for his own nefarious purposes. Determined to protect the realm he had come to love, Mumfir summoned all his strength and fought valiantly against the sorcerer's dark magic. With the help of Zara and Merlin, they managed to defeat the sorcerer and restore peace to their world. As Mumfir closed the book for the last time, he knew that his adventure had come to an end. But the lessons he had learned and the memories he had made would stay with him forever. Mumfir understood that, although his magical adventures were confined to the pages of a book, the power of imagination and belief could take him on new and exciting journeys in the real world. And so, Mumfir continued to let his imagination run wild, embracing the magic of his own creation. He knew that there was a world of endless possibilities waiting for him, just waiting to be explored. With a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eyes, Mumfir set off on his next adventure, eager to discover what the future held..
Reviews for "Mumfir's Sorcery Secrets: A Glimpse into the World of Magic"
1. Jenna - 2 stars - "I was really disappointed with 'Magic adventures of Mumfir'. The storyline was confusing and all over the place. It was hard to follow the characters and their motivations. Additionally, the animation looked cheap and poorly done. I felt like I was watching a low-budget children's show. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this movie if you're looking for a magical adventure."
2. Alex - 1 star - "I absolutely hated 'Magic adventures of Mumfir'. The plot was incredibly predictable and cliché. It felt like I had seen this exact story a million times before, and there were no surprises or twists. The characters were also one-dimensional and lacked any real development. It was a waste of my time and I would never watch it again."
3. Sarah - 2 stars - "I have to say that 'Magic adventures of Mumfir' was a major letdown. The dialogue was cheesy and cringeworthy, and the voice acting was subpar. The music and sound effects were also distracting and didn't add anything to the overall experience. The whole movie just felt amateurish and poorly executed. I was really hoping for a magical adventure, but all I got was a disappointing film."
4. Michael - 1 star - "I couldn't stand 'Magic adventures of Mumfir'. The humor was juvenile and not at all funny. It seemed like it was trying too hard to be entertaining, but it fell flat. The animation was also lackluster and didn't capture my attention. I regret wasting my time watching this movie and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone."
5. Emily - 2 stars - "I was bored to tears watching 'Magic adventures of Mumfir'. The pacing was incredibly slow and it felt like nothing happened for the majority of the film. The characters were uninspiring and the storyline lacked any depth or complexity. I kept waiting for something exciting or engaging to happen, but it never did. I would not recommend this movie to anyone looking for an entertaining adventure."