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魔女と野獣 [Majo to Yajū] #3
The Witch and the Beast, Vol. 3
Guideau and Ashaf's next assignment puts them in pursuit of the youthful witch Helga, but they'll have to contend with the illustrious Paladin Corps to secure their target. Helga herself has every intention of keeping her freedom -- an aim better served if only her demon sword Ashgan would cooperate. With dark secrets plaguing all sides, just who will triumph in this free-for-all?
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First published September 20, 2018
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March 19, 2021
Book review for vol. 1: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Outline of the story: In a modern Europe-looks-alike fantasy world, there are magic-users and the unearthly powerful beings known as the 'witches'. The witches are seemingly all evil and love to curse people and cause mayhem, so the witches are widely feared and hated by the general public and are hunted by the Church and an unknown organization of magic users.
The main story: The Witch and the Magical Sword is just so delightful, this time the setting of the witch and her power is also delightful too! Plus there are hints that the witches , good!
This time the truth about the conspiracy surrounding the witch (who is supposed to be the weakest witch ever) and the cursed magical sword isn't that difficult to figure out, still I'm impressed by the epic action scenes, the superb characters designs (e.g. the powerful Holy Knight who is bound to an Ice Fae, etc etc)
Our main characters, the tricky magician from the Organisation and the beastly young girl are still doing really damn great as a pair of working partners! But it's hinted that the young girl is ? I don't know how to feel about that. I like these characters and the stories, but this particular setting just makes me feel uncomfortable.
PS: The young witch who carries/protects the cursed magical sword doesn't want to die before having her first kiss, so let's see how it will go!
PSS: the magical sword and his chatters! It's just too hilarious!
Outline of the story: In a modern Europe-looks-alike fantasy world, there are magic-users and the unearthly powerful beings known as the 'witches'. The witches are seemingly all evil and love to curse people and cause mayhem, so the witches are widely feared and hated by the general public and are hunted by the Church and an unknown organization of magic users.
The main story: The Witch and the Magical Sword is just so delightful, this time the setting of the witch and her power is also delightful too! Plus there are hints that the witches , good!
This time the truth about the conspiracy surrounding the witch (who is supposed to be the weakest witch ever) and the cursed magical sword isn't that difficult to figure out, still I'm impressed by the epic action scenes, the superb characters designs (e.g. the powerful Holy Knight who is bound to an Ice Fae, etc etc)
Our main characters, the tricky magician from the Organisation and the beastly young girl are still doing really damn great as a pair of working partners! But it's hinted that the young girl is ? I don't know how to feel about that. I like these characters and the stories, but this particular setting just makes me feel uncomfortable.
PS: The young witch who carries/protects the cursed magical sword doesn't want to die before having her first kiss, so let's see how it will go!
PSS: the magical sword and his chatters! It's just too hilarious!
March 16, 2021
This volume was nonstop action. And then a cliffhanger ugh. Side note: Ashaf is a badass. I knew that before but here he was especially badass.
August 6, 2025
This volume had so much action, I was unable to put it down for even a second. And that cliffhanger? Omg. And Ashaf is so hot, idc. 😂❤️
February 22, 2024
Solo paso un volumen, pero extrañe a Ashaf y Gideau, son demasiado divertidos. Me ha gustado demasiado este tomo porque nos enfocamos en una sola misión, como siempre con el propósito de encontrar a la bruja que maldijo a Guideau.
Se lanza mas información sobre las brujas: los linajes, cuales son más fuertes, que poderes pueden tener, etc. La historia en general gravita alrededor de ellas y de lo odiadas que son, como existen grupos (religiosos?) que las matan independientemente de si son buenas o malas. Es interesante como el dúo principal piensa totalmente distinto, si, Guideau detesta a las brujas, pero no es un personaje que se deje guiar indiscriminadamente por su venganza.
Como los anteriores volúmenes, la historia tiene mucha acción y un dibujo espectacular, si bien no me llego a encariñar con los personajes secundarios ni odiar a los villanos, disfruto mucho de leerlos y ver como hay desarrollo en ellos. La información respecto a la magia y poderes a veces se vuelve tediosa de leer, pero siento que en los próximos tomos me iré acostumbrando más.
Se lanza mas información sobre las brujas: los linajes, cuales son más fuertes, que poderes pueden tener, etc. La historia en general gravita alrededor de ellas y de lo odiadas que son, como existen grupos (religiosos?) que las matan independientemente de si son buenas o malas. Es interesante como el dúo principal piensa totalmente distinto, si, Guideau detesta a las brujas, pero no es un personaje que se deje guiar indiscriminadamente por su venganza.
Como los anteriores volúmenes, la historia tiene mucha acción y un dibujo espectacular, si bien no me llego a encariñar con los personajes secundarios ni odiar a los villanos, disfruto mucho de leerlos y ver como hay desarrollo en ellos. La información respecto a la magia y poderes a veces se vuelve tediosa de leer, pero siento que en los próximos tomos me iré acostumbrando más.
October 28, 2023
I can’t explain into words how much I love this series, these characters and their crazy personalities! The situations they get themselves into is beyond crazy! What a wild ride!
November 9, 2022
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February 14, 2021
Guideau and Ashaf are at it again when they’re assigned a new case involving a witch and a series of murders. This time around, they’re up against more than a witch this time around because the Paladin Corps has been called in to apprehend the murderous witch. When Guideau and Ashaf find the witch, they discover she’s a young woman named Helga who isn’t very skilled on top of being innocent of the crimes she’s been accused of. To top things off, she’s got a demon sword on her, and whoever has framed her has their eyes set on it.
This is the most interesting volume yet! It’s a bit different than the previous volumes, but it’s extremely interesting. This time around, we’re following a combination of Guideau and Ashaf on their latest assignment as well as well as their latest target, Helga. We go back and forth between both sides throughout the volume, which I loved. I’m very interested in seeing how Helga’s storyline continues in the fourth volume as well as what happens with this talking demon sword.
One thing I was extremely excited about is the amount of backstory dropped throughout the story. It wasn’t overwhelming at all given the amount of info we were given, and we found out quite a bit about witches and where their power comes from. We also found out that mages can make a pact with elementals, giving them the ability to be as powerful as a witch. I’m super interested in seeing how this information plays out in future volumes as well as what other new information we’ll learn.
I don’t know when the fourth volume will be translated and released in English, but I will be reading it as soon as it comes out. I see that there’s several volumes that have already been published, so I’m excited to read them as soon as they’re available.
This is the most interesting volume yet! It’s a bit different than the previous volumes, but it’s extremely interesting. This time around, we’re following a combination of Guideau and Ashaf on their latest assignment as well as well as their latest target, Helga. We go back and forth between both sides throughout the volume, which I loved. I’m very interested in seeing how Helga’s storyline continues in the fourth volume as well as what happens with this talking demon sword.
One thing I was extremely excited about is the amount of backstory dropped throughout the story. It wasn’t overwhelming at all given the amount of info we were given, and we found out quite a bit about witches and where their power comes from. We also found out that mages can make a pact with elementals, giving them the ability to be as powerful as a witch. I’m super interested in seeing how this information plays out in future volumes as well as what other new information we’ll learn.
I don’t know when the fourth volume will be translated and released in English, but I will be reading it as soon as it comes out. I see that there’s several volumes that have already been published, so I’m excited to read them as soon as they’re available.
March 14, 2021
Awesome story with lots of action and twists. Minor complaint. Minor spoiler...
Every book so far is a tad different from the one before. This one has art like Attack on Titan, characters and actions reminiscent of Bleach, magic that made me think The Ancient Magus Bride meets Blue Exorcist, all wrapped within a fantasy world that is both new and familiar. I like the relationship between Ashaf and Guideau, and the organic humor that comes with it, like him manipulating her with a bone treat.
Page notes as I read: as of page 49 - The Paladin Corps give off Hellsing and AoT vibes.
Every book so far is a tad different from the one before. This one has art like Attack on Titan, characters and actions reminiscent of Bleach, magic that made me think The Ancient Magus Bride meets Blue Exorcist, all wrapped within a fantasy world that is both new and familiar. I like the relationship between Ashaf and Guideau, and the organic humor that comes with it, like him manipulating her with a bone treat.
Page notes as I read: as of page 49 - The Paladin Corps give off Hellsing and AoT vibes.
May 29, 2024
I still feel like I know more about the secondary couple than I do the first. It’s a slow start for me but getting a little better. I’m glad I got to read these all together and not just one every few months.
This volume did pick up the pace a bit better than the previous.
This volume did pick up the pace a bit better than the previous.
March 22, 2021
A very action packed volume. The art continues to be very impressive and I hope the story continues to develop as we learn more about this world.
December 4, 2024
4.5⭐️
Un primo volume solido per questo arco/caso
Molto interessante vedere come Guideou reagirà ad una strega che l’ha salvata…
Un primo volume solido per questo arco/caso
Molto interessante vedere come Guideou reagirà ad una strega che l’ha salvata…
December 28, 2021
The plot and the artwork isn't working for me. Will probably drop this series.
December 16, 2020
Holy shit, this was an intense volume!
I wasn't expecting that much action in one volume, there was barely any time to breathe! But damn, that action was intense, beautiful, and crazy! Guideau and Ashaf continue to be badasses as you do, but Helga really put in some work. It was cool seeing Guideau and Helga work together and that cliffhanger ending has me curious. And speaking of Helga, I feel so bad for her! The poor woman just wants to lead a normal life, but the universe seems dead set on fucking it up at every turn. Also, there was a lot of worldbuilding dropped regarding the Paladins, witch lineage, and other juicy tidbits that make this world even cooler than it already is.
I don't have much else to say since this volume was mostly action and worldbuilding, but this was a great volume filled with intense fight scenes and my favorite pair being their awesome selves. Can't really ask for more.
I wasn't expecting that much action in one volume, there was barely any time to breathe! But damn, that action was intense, beautiful, and crazy! Guideau and Ashaf continue to be badasses as you do, but Helga really put in some work. It was cool seeing Guideau and Helga work together and that cliffhanger ending has me curious. And speaking of Helga, I feel so bad for her! The poor woman just wants to lead a normal life, but the universe seems dead set on fucking it up at every turn. Also, there was a lot of worldbuilding dropped regarding the Paladins, witch lineage, and other juicy tidbits that make this world even cooler than it already is.
I don't have much else to say since this volume was mostly action and worldbuilding, but this was a great volume filled with intense fight scenes and my favorite pair being their awesome selves. Can't really ask for more.
December 6, 2024
Pas de surprise pour ce troisième tome. On bascule dans l'acte avec Helga et Ashgan, l'épée maudite. Que ce soit dans l'anime ou ici dans la version originale papier, j'ai eu un attachement rapide pour Helga qui depuis très jeune n'a pas été gâté par le destin et qui en plus fait partie d'une famille de sorcières réputé pour son mental, mais pas sa puissance magique.
Cela apporte beaucoup de moments d'action quelques bribes d'humour, mais surtout une intrigue secondaire intéressante de par la venue de nouveaux personnages qui apportent une pincée de lore supplémentaire à cette série. On y découvre donc de nouveaux possibles alliés, mais aussi des ennemis assez redoutables tout de même.
On ne change pas une équipe qui gagne. J'aime toujours autant le duo Guido et Ashaf. Le calme et la tempête faisant équipe pour leurs intérêts mutuels. On y voit aussi les moyens que met à disposition l'ordre de l'écho noir pour ses membres officiels afin de leurrer par exemple un contrôle des papiers impromptu.
En conclusion, je suis accro à cette série comme au premier jour. J'ai hâte de lire la suite de l'acte de Helga et de son épée. Le petit bonus humoristique avec Fanola et surtout Johann m'a bien plu.
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Cela apporte beaucoup de moments d'action quelques bribes d'humour, mais surtout une intrigue secondaire intéressante de par la venue de nouveaux personnages qui apportent une pincée de lore supplémentaire à cette série. On y découvre donc de nouveaux possibles alliés, mais aussi des ennemis assez redoutables tout de même.
On ne change pas une équipe qui gagne. J'aime toujours autant le duo Guido et Ashaf. Le calme et la tempête faisant équipe pour leurs intérêts mutuels. On y voit aussi les moyens que met à disposition l'ordre de l'écho noir pour ses membres officiels afin de leurrer par exemple un contrôle des papiers impromptu.
En conclusion, je suis accro à cette série comme au premier jour. J'ai hâte de lire la suite de l'acte de Helga et de son épée. Le petit bonus humoristique avec Fanola et surtout Johann m'a bien plu.
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March 18, 2024
This latest installment in the intriguing dark fantasy is action-packed, filled with magical battles. But the most shocking is the character development given to Guideau as the foul-mouthed girl/beast – and, as we all know, Guideau hates witches with all her being. (Need the full story as to why.)
This third volume makes for an entertaining read – and when the escalation of events causes even the cool and calm Ashaf to look dismayed, you know that the witch-seeking pair are in the deepest of trouble.
A charming extra is a 3-page bonus manga at the end: P.S. At Phanora’s Mansion which brings back necromancer Phanora and Johannes from Volume 2.
And now I can’t wait to see what happens to Helga and Guideau in Volume 4.
This third volume makes for an entertaining read – and when the escalation of events causes even the cool and calm Ashaf to look dismayed, you know that the witch-seeking pair are in the deepest of trouble.
A charming extra is a 3-page bonus manga at the end: P.S. At Phanora’s Mansion which brings back necromancer Phanora and Johannes from Volume 2.
And now I can’t wait to see what happens to Helga and Guideau in Volume 4.
May 17, 2021
[rating = B+]
This was much better than Vol 2. Like the first installment, this one focuses on "the Beast" (Guideau) and her mage partner, Ashaf. Investigating a witch and a string of murders, the twosome finds that there is more to the story: a demon sword, a underground group, and the paladin corps. The story moves quickly and sees the characters' abilities expanded on. Also, the addition of other forces adds an allure to keep on reading. If you like darker, fairytale types this is certainly a solid addition to the series. I look forward to the next one; hopefully, it will be more like Vol 1 or 3 and not Vol 2...
This was much better than Vol 2. Like the first installment, this one focuses on "the Beast" (Guideau) and her mage partner, Ashaf. Investigating a witch and a string of murders, the twosome finds that there is more to the story: a demon sword, a underground group, and the paladin corps. The story moves quickly and sees the characters' abilities expanded on. Also, the addition of other forces adds an allure to keep on reading. If you like darker, fairytale types this is certainly a solid addition to the series. I look forward to the next one; hopefully, it will be more like Vol 1 or 3 and not Vol 2...
February 19, 2024
Vol 3: (Chapters 11- 17)
Guideau and Asharf once again received a case from the "The Order of Magical Resonance" to investigate a Witch Incident that involves multiple deaths. With the long-awaited opportunity to face off against a Witch, Guideau is ready to go.
However, the Paladin's are also already on the hunt. This order consists of elite soldiers affiliated with the church, and it seem like their group has already taken the lead by having the city blocked off to confine the witch. But things are definitely not what they seem...for any of the parties involved.
Who will reach and capture the Sword Witch first?
Guideau and Asharf once again received a case from the "The Order of Magical Resonance" to investigate a Witch Incident that involves multiple deaths. With the long-awaited opportunity to face off against a Witch, Guideau is ready to go.
However, the Paladin's are also already on the hunt. This order consists of elite soldiers affiliated with the church, and it seem like their group has already taken the lead by having the city blocked off to confine the witch. But things are definitely not what they seem...for any of the parties involved.
Who will reach and capture the Sword Witch first?
May 22, 2023
In questo volume torniamo da Ashaf e Guideau. Tra uno scontro e l'altro scopriamo nuove sfaccettature di un mondo magico sempre più complesso, insidioso e pieno di misteri e sette segrete.
Anche se nulla di quello che viene proposto è "nuovo" in sé e per sé, l'occulto e la magia vengono inseriti in modo originale all'interno di una storia che continua ad incuriosire e a seminare sviluppi interessanti, senza lasciare al lettore la sensazione di "già visto e sentito" in cui incappano spesso titoli di questo genere.
Anche se nulla di quello che viene proposto è "nuovo" in sé e per sé, l'occulto e la magia vengono inseriti in modo originale all'interno di una storia che continua ad incuriosire e a seminare sviluppi interessanti, senza lasciare al lettore la sensazione di "già visto e sentito" in cui incappano spesso titoli di questo genere.
March 7, 2022
Our main characters are back, and like mentioned at the end of the previous volume, they find themselves in quite the tricky situation.
The whole story and events felt rather chaotic, but do still feed the intrigue. I had many questions throughout the reading, and even though they get subtly answered I can't feel that there is more behind than what is being told. I guess I'll have to wait for the next volume to see what awaits us...
The whole story and events felt rather chaotic, but do still feed the intrigue. I had many questions throughout the reading, and even though they get subtly answered I can't feel that there is more behind than what is being told. I guess I'll have to wait for the next volume to see what awaits us...
March 16, 2022
The stakes are getting higher in this installment. I adore the Demon Sword and the organic way the story is raising more and more questions about what Guideau really is. If humans go mad at merely the touch of the Demon Sword, how can Guideau not only resist but discard the sword's advances for power? What is she really? It's very interesting and the world-building continues to stack up with the Paladin Corps first on-page introduction. 4/5
October 14, 2022
En comparación con los dos tomos anteriores, este está muy centrado en las peleas. Obviamente no es algo que esté mal de por sí, pero me gusta más y me parece más interesante la parte lenta de misterio de la obra. Además hay veces que en algunos paneles cuesta entender lo que está pasando.
Por otro lado, los capítulos finales del tomo están muy buenos.
Por otro lado, los capítulos finales del tomo están muy buenos.
July 27, 2023
Ashaf never fails to intrigue me. The smoothness of the world development (✨the lore✨, if you will) is perfect for me.
I also love the art style, though the action scenes can still be a bit confusing to follow- but that's not exactly why I'm here- nor are they the bulk of the story.
Looking forward to Vol. 4 💕
I also love the art style, though the action scenes can still be a bit confusing to follow- but that's not exactly why I'm here- nor are they the bulk of the story.
Looking forward to Vol. 4 💕
April 18, 2021
As interesting as the storyline is, I’m choosing to not continue this series. There’s too many plot holes even in the current arc which make figuring things out confusing. As well as, the art style being too busy in some panels and too empty in others.
November 6, 2023
Snapshot review: i'm really enjoying the expansion of world building here. also, the different types of witches and just how evil (or not) they may be, it's so much fun! ashaf may just be my new husbando. plus, a talking sword? this may just be my new comfort series.
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April 27, 2025I always start this book completely confused, but I still continue to read this series, I don't know how to explain why?
CW/TW: Violence, Xenophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Self harm, noose shown, Blood, Stalking, Murder, Gaslighting, Kidnapping
CW/TW: Violence, Xenophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Self harm, noose shown, Blood, Stalking, Murder, Gaslighting, Kidnapping
August 23, 2025
This was a very fast-paced edition, and I like the concepts that were added, like the paladins and the "good witches" vs. "bad witches" motif. In the future, I'd like to learn more about the characters, especially Ashaf, and what motivates them!
December 18, 2020
Ughhhhh I have to wait until February to find out what happens next??? 😱😱😱😭
February 17, 2021
How I hate cliffhangers...
March 23, 2021
Holy shit. Now we're getting somewhere.
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