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The story follows a powerful sorcerer who, after death, is reincarnated as Lloyd, the seventh prince of a kingdom. Retaining his past life’s obsession with magic, he hides his immense power while pursuing forbidden spells, demonic pacts, and explosive magical research — often to the terror of those around him. For those who prefer collected volumes, official English
: Following a successful first season, a second season of the anime aired from July to September 2025. : Following a successful first season, a second
: Unlike typical shonen protagonists, Lloyd lacks a traditional "hero's heart"; he is driven primarily by an insatiable curiosity for sorcery, often terrifying both his enemies and allies. : Following a successful first season
| Character | Role / Relation | Notable Traits | |-----------|----------------|----------------| | | Protagonist; reincarnated hero | Curious, analytical, enjoys “over‑powered” magic experiments | | Mira | Childhood friend / future love interest | Skilled healer, supportive, often acts as Alphonse’s moral compass | | Lord Vesper | Head of the Royal Magic Council | Ambitious, secretive; often challenges Alphonse’s unconventional methods | | Eldric | Senior mage, mentor | Strict but fair; teaches Alphonse the fundamentals of “Arcane Synthesis” | | Princess Selene | Eldest royal sibling, political strategist | Initially skeptical of Alphonse’s pursuits, later becomes an ally | | Raven (the familiar) | Magical familiar (crow) | Provides comic relief, occasional plot hints through cryptic caws |