Magical fantasy manga by author Gakuen Alice launched in October 2019
Kodoani.com – Manga Champignon no May (Champignon Witch) by Tachibana Higuchi will officially be adapted into a television anime, according to an announcement from Hakusensha on December 15. To commemorate the event, Higuchi drew a special image, in which the main character Luna appears with a characteristic mushroom hat, symbolizing the fantasy world that the story brings.
Fantasy and emotional story
The series focuses on Luna, a lonely witch living in the black forest, where she is shunned and feared by everyone. Nicknamed the “Witch of Champignon,” poisonous mushrooms grow wherever she walks. However, deep within the story is the discovery of Luna's emotional first love, bringing warm vibrations to readers amid the dark and fantasy setting.
Launched on Hakusensha's Manga Park app in October 2019, Champignon no May quickly attracted attention thanks to its unique plot and impressive drawings by Higuchi. The series has published its sixth volume, scheduled for release on December 20.
The work continues the legacy of Gakuen Alice
Tachibana Higuchi is not a strange name to the manga-loving community, especially after the resounding success of Gakuen Alice (Alice Academy). This long-running series has created a wave of popularity for more than a decade, telling the story of students with special abilities at a secret academy. The 26-episode television anime version of Gakuen Alice (2004–2005) also made a strong impression and was released in North America.
In addition, Higuchi also left his mark Portrait of M & Na short but profound series of stories about the complex aspects of the human soul.
Looking forward to the anime version
With experience in creating emotional and unique stories,… Champignon no May Being adapted into an anime is great news for fans. Luna's fantasy world and complicated relationships promise to be vividly shown on the small screen, opening a new journey to discover warmth and love even in strange things. best.
