Witchcraft Works is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Ryu Mizunagi. It was first published in 2007 and has since gained a significant following. The story takes place in a world where witches exist and are secretly protected by the government. The main character, Takamiya Honoka, is an ordinary high school student who discovers that he is the target of various witches who want to capture him for his latent powers. Fortunately, he is saved by the school's student council president, Kagari Ayaka, who is revealed to be a powerful fire witch. Kagari takes it upon herself to protect Honoka from the witches' attacks, leading to a series of thrilling and comedic adventures.
Kagari takes it upon herself to protect Honoka from the witches' attacks, leading to a series of thrilling and comedic adventures. The Witchcraft Works manga is known for its unique blend of supernatural elements and humor. The story is filled with action-packed battles between witches and dynamic character interactions.
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The Good Witch
좋은 마녀
SBS (2018) 40 Episodes
Melodrama, Romance, Grade: B
Korean Drama Review by Jill, USA
I watched this Korean drama for certain cast members I loved in other dramas, but honestly I was disappointed in The Good Witch (2018) for the most part. First of all the title was stupid. Lead female actress Lee Da Hae ( Chuno) plays twins, one good-hearted, and the other selfish and ambitious, so if the writer was going to concentrate mostly on a good character (and she did) it should have been called The Good Sister instead . the good sister was never once remotely a "witch". The only spiritual power she had was not supernatural, based on magic or sorcery, but simply being a person motivated by goodness who has an inordinate amount of love and compassion for others, even people who are sick or twisted in nature. One can see the writing on the wall early on that she is going to be taken advantage of by a lot of people.
Second, at 40 episodes this series stretched out waaaaaay too long. It could have covered the same basic plot points in twenty episodes or less. I guess from the actors' standpoint that gives them more money so they aren't about to complain to production staff and say, "you know, we're dragging this story out, it COULD be shortened." :)
Third, I'm getting tired of seeing one of my favorite actors Bae Soo Bin ( Shining Inheritance, 49 Days) playing second male leads, often playing twisted characters negatively controlled by past mistakes or greed. Here he played the good sister's husband and he really was a weak character negatively influenced by his family members (mostly his domineering mother) to the point where it risked his marriage on numerous occasions. Bae Soo Bin has the acting chops and the looks to be first male lead characters but he rarely gets the chance to do so. Plus in this drama they gave him a very poor hairstyle and makeup (probably on purpose) and it was actually painful many times for me to even look at him! Bad mistake on the part of production staff. I think they did it so he wouldn't look more attractive than the lead male character (actor Ryu Soo Young, Rebirth: Next).
Lee Da Ha e did a great job playing twin sisters
with opposite personalities
The Story:
Two young teen twin sisters see their cop father die early due to a poor on the job decision, and they and their mother are kicked out of their home and have to seriously downgrade their already compromised living standards. (I kept wondering since he died on duty why wasn't there a pension to his wife / family? Stupid!). In reaction to his loss and financial stress one sister decides to overcome evil with good, and the other one plans her escape through personal ambition, no matter what it takes or who she might hurt.
Cha Sun Hee the good sister (Lee Da Hae) becomes a housewife when proposed to by a clown named Bong Cheon Dae (Bae Soo Bin - yes you read that right - a professional clown!). Her husband is often unemployed because he's essentially a silly over-emotional loser, so she has to take odd jobs when she can to help support her family. They have a bright young daughter named Bong Cho Rong (Lee Han Seo) who easily sees the lay of the land on the true nature of her parents, and she often has to point out reality to her own mother.
Cha Sun Hee's twin sister, Cha Do Hee (Lee Da Hae in a dual role), leaves home early and sets her ambitions on becoming a great flight attendant for the aerospace company run by her elders Oh Pyeong Pan (Lee Deok Hwa) the owner of the firm, and the female manager Oh Tae Ri (Yoon Se Ah, Just Between Lovers), who takes an instant shine to her during her interview process for the job. Do Hee does an outstanding job and is often voted the best flight attendant in the company. However she has a rather contentious relationship with the chief pilot in the company who is always winning awards for being the best on his job, Song Woo Jin (Ryu Soo Young).
Although they are identical twins, the sisters have completely opposite personalities. Cha Do Hee (the ambitious sister) becomes involved in a situation which leads to Cha Sun Hee (the good sister) to pretend to be her flight attendant sister, so they have to switch roles. While pretending to be her sister she starts to fall in love with pilot Woo Jin, although fighting her feelings because of her marriage. He starts to feel close to her for the first time, not realizing it's a different person than the flight attendant he didn't get along with before.
Second, at 40 episodes this series stretched out waaaaaay too long. It could have covered the same basic plot points in twenty episodes or less. I guess from the actors' standpoint that gives them more money so they aren't about to complain to production staff and say, "you know, we're dragging this story out, it COULD be shortened." :)
One of the standout aspects of the series is its strong female characters who are portrayed as capable and independent witches. Kagari, in particular, is a fan-favorite character due to her fierce personality and dedication to protecting Honoka. The story also explores themes of friendship, trust, and the power of love. The manga's artwork is visually stunning, with detailed and dynamic illustrations that bring the magical world to life. The action sequences are particularly well-executed, drawing readers into the intense battles between witches. Additionally, the series showcases a wide variety of unique and creative witch designs, adding to its visual appeal. Overall, Witchcraft Works is a captivating manga series that combines supernatural elements with humor and action. Its engaging story, strong characters, and beautiful artwork make it a must-read for fans of the genre. Whether you are a seasoned manga reader or new to the medium, Witchcraft Works offers a delightful and thrilling reading experience..
Reviews for "The Evolution of Witchcraft Works Comic: A Retrospective"
1. John - 2/5
I was really excited to read "Witchcraft Works comic" as I am a big fan of the supernatural genre. However, I was left disappointed with this manga. The storyline was confusing and poorly developed, making it hard for me to follow along. Additionally, the characters lacked depth and were quite one-dimensional. The artwork was also not up to par, with inconsistent quality throughout the comic. Overall, I feel that "Witchcraft Works comic" did not live up to its potential and fell short in delivering an enjoyable reading experience.
2. Emily - 1/5
I couldn't finish "Witchcraft Works comic" as it simply did not capture my interest. The plot was hard to follow and made little sense. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to connect with the characters. The artwork was also lackluster, with dull colors and uninspiring illustrations. I found myself bored and disengaged while reading this comic and ultimately decided to drop it. "Witchcraft Works comic" left me thoroughly unimpressed and I would not recommend it to others.
3. Michael - 2/5
As a fan of the supernatural genre, I was excited to give "Witchcraft Works comic" a try. However, I found the story to be predictable and filled with cliches. The characters were not well-developed and lacked depth, making it hard for me to care about their fates. The artwork was also underwhelming, with generic character designs and uninspiring action sequences. Overall, "Witchcraft Works comic" failed to deliver a unique or engaging storyline, leaving me disappointed with my reading experience.