Rental Magica

Rental Magica (2007-2008)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Anime, Fantasy, Horror

Based on a light novel series by Sanda Makoto, illustrated by pako. Due to his father`s disappearance, Itsuki Iba has to take over the family business: a magician dispatch service. Their family basically employs countless magicians and other supernatural beings in order to send them out to help those who need magical assistance. As a leader, Itsuki now has to be tough, commanding, and reliable, but there`s one problem, he`s a coward. Also, in order to run a successful business, he has to connect with his employees, which is more difficult than it seems due to his personality. But not only does he have to deal with his own employees, he also has to deal with those who threaten the family business.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 00:15 (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E24AstralMar 23, 2008
S01E23ChangelingMar 16, 2008
S01E22Sleeping CityMar 9, 2008
S01E21White and Black DressMar 2, 2008
S01E20Demonic FestivalFeb 24, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Rental Magica premiere?

Rental Magica premiered on October 7, 2007.

Who is the main protagonist of Rental Magica?

Itsuki Iba is the main protagonist of Rental Magica.

What is the genre of Rental Magica?

Rental Magica falls under the genre of fantasy and supernatural.

What is the premise of Rental Magica?

Rental Magica follows the story of a high school student, Itsuki Iba, who takes over his father's position at a supernatural rental agency and must deal with various supernatural phenomena and magical mishaps.

Who are the members of Astral?

The members of Astral, the supernatural rental agency, include Itsuki Iba, Honami Takase Ambler, Mikan Katsuragi, and Adilisia Lenn Mathers.

What are the different divisions within Astral?

The different divisions within Astral include Goetia, Divination, Onmyoudou, and Fairy.

What supernatural abilities does Itsuki possess?

Itsuki possesses the ability to see spirits and has some knowledge of magic.

Who is the president of Astral?

Itsuki's older sister, Kana, is the president of Astral.

What is the significance of the grimoires in Rental Magica?

Grimoires are ancient books that contain powerful spells and knowledge about magic. They play a significant role in the plot of Rental Magica.

Who is the rival organization of Astral?

Astral's rival organization is called Goetia.

What is the relationship between Itsuki and Honami?

Itsuki and Honami are childhood friends and they both work together at Astral.

Who is the mysterious girl that Itsuki encounters?

Itsuki encounters a mysterious girl named Adilisia Lenn Mathers, who has a connection to Astral's past.

What challenges does Itsuki face as the head of Astral?

Itsuki faces challenges such as dealing with dangerous supernatural beings, solving magical mysteries, and managing the operations of Astral.

Are there any romantic subplots in Rental Magica?

Yes, there are romantic subplots involving Itsuki and some of the female characters in the series.

Does Rental Magica have any comedic elements?

Yes, Rental Magica incorporates comedic elements to balance out the supernatural and serious aspects of the show.

Are there any notable guest characters in Rental Magica?

Yes, Rental Magica features various guest characters with their own unique supernatural abilities and backstories.

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Also known as

  • レンタルマギカ (Japan)

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