A haunting tapestry of Celtic myth and modern trauma, where a discarded girl finds a home within the shadow of a skull-headed mage. Magic blooms like blood-red poppies amidst a thicket of protective, stinging thorns.
The Ancient Magus' Bride
魔法使いの嫁
"Will he bring her the light she desperately needs, or drown her in ever deeper shadows?"
Cast:
Atsumi Tanezaki, Ryota Takeuchi, Aya Endo, Koki Uchiyama, Satoshi Hino
Drama
Animation
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Action & Adventure
The Ancient Magus' Bride - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details
Easter Eggs
Celtic and English Folklore Cameos
Beings like the Leanan Sidhe, Selkies, and The Wild Hunt appear not just as background characters but as accurate representations of their mythological roots, rewarding viewers familiar with European lore.
The 'Thistle' and 'Thorn' Naming
Elias is often called 'Thorn,' while Chise is associated with flowers. This references the traditional 'Thistle and the Rose' imagery, symbolizing a protective but painful union.