Anime: Majo to Yajuu

Supernatural procedural/action. Each arc encompasses a single case. Electric dynamic between the partners pair, cases are peculiar, not too shallow or too deep, solid for the format. Animation budget isn't really there when it comes to the action sequences, but it's not stilted either. Worth the watch.

My preference. Hellsing vibes minus frequency in action and less constantly OP MC. Instead, a mysterious MC who claims to be "only a first rate mage" and his OP partner. Their interactions/conflicts are done just right. Love their dynamics. Instead of trying to finish it so I can move on to another show, I wanted this to keep going. Really wish there will be season 2.

The first few episodes aren't so good; I would recommend watching at least 4 to give it a chance.

The second half is quite okay; some things were "adjusted" (like depicting the female MC), and it improves as it progresses. The last episodes offer a lot of details and great potential for a sequel - I really hope it gets more seasons.

A strange but positive aspect: the dialogues are often awkward, and the characters are shaped a bit too roughly. However, for some reason, they come alive. I must say, it evokes empathy in me, which I haven't felt in the last dozen titles - even the better-made ones.

Overall: weak start, good middle, strong ending, and great potential for a sequel. The characters feel alive. I'm afraid it will be underrated.

The female MC was quite annoying in the 1st ep and it took me a few eps to get a hang of the style of this story. It starts slow and feels pretentious. I guess its because of that it has this bad rating.

But if you stick with it, it gets better. There is some good intrigue, interesting characters, good character development, some decent action, surprises and overall you end up liking the characters and it was fun.

8/10