Lecture Notes: Review of 'The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic' Anime

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Isekai Genre Overview

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  • Chose "The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic" over other genres.

Summary of 'The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic'

Main Characters

• Ken: Protagonist, an ordinary high school student with rare healing magic.
• Kazuki: One of the smartest, standout students with light magic.
• Inukami: Another standout student with lightning magic.

Plot Setup

• Three main characters transported to an isekai world.
  • Summoned to fight demons in a war.
• Magic MBTI Test reveals their powers.
  • Ken: Healing Magic.
  • Kazuki: Light Magic.
  • Inukami: Lightning Magic.

Training Arc

• Ken's Training under a healing master.
  • Unique aspect: Ken trains hard to earn his powers.

Character Development

• Ken remains humble and learns despite having rare magic.
• Questions about Ken's mental resilience are raised.
  • Training focuses on carrying bodies, not just physical strength.
• Side Characters:
  • Inukami: Obsessed with adventure, sheltered rich kid background.
  • Kazuki: His backstory is not yet revealed.

Critique of Anime

Strengths

• Character Building: More in-depth than typical isekai.
• Introspective Moments: Addresses real-life implications and psychological aspects.

Weaknesses

• Healing Magic Logic: Inconsistent, e.g., curing ingested river water and snake venom equivalently.
• Mana Usage: Questionable logic regarding mana depletion.
• Comedy: Hit-or-miss.
• Animation Quality: Average, nothing remarkable.

Conclusion

• Surprisingly good for an isekai anime.
• Suitable for newcomers or those who avoid isekai genre.
• Overall positive reception but grounded in critical analysis of its flaws.

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