In the magical world of Mashle: Magic and Muscle, where magic is a part of everyday life, a young man named Mash stands out for his lack of magical abilities. Instead, he relies on his physical strength to navigate through life. The first episode, produced by A-1 Pictures, introduces Mash as a lovable yet unintelligent character, whose comedic moments stem from his inability to perform even simple tasks. While some viewers may enjoy the constant barrage of humor and sight gags, others might find it off-putting, especially since Mash's dumb personality clashes with the world-building of the series.
The world of Mashle reveals that individuals without magical powers, like Mash, are rare and face persecution by the Magic Police. This adds a darker aspect to the otherwise lighthearted narrative. Despite reservations about Mash's characterization and the potential clash between the story and the world it presents, the visual presentation of the episode is commendable, with A-1 Pictures effectively delivering visual gags. With hopes that the series can develop its lead character in a more believable yet charming manner, and either address or move past the inconsistencies in its world-building, there is still potential for Mashle: Magic and Muscle to find its stride.
MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES DETAILS
Type | TV |
Country | Japan |
Premiered | Spring 2023 |
Date aired | Apr 08, 2023 to Jun 30, 2023 |
Broadcast | Saturdays at 00:00 JST |
Status | Releasing |
Genres | Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Parody, School, Shounen, Super Power, Magic |
Scores | 7.61 by 46,264 reviews |
Duration | 23 min |
Episodes | 12 |
Studios | A-1 Pictures |
Producers | Shueisha, Asatsu DK, Aniplex, INSPION Edge |