Other than what's noted here, it can be assumed that the Magia Record Universe is the same as the original universe, and events which are unimportant to this universe will not be mentioned, even if there's an understanding that they likely occurred.
The history of this universe has been affected by retroactive time travel from the present. The narrative's text consistently treats the girls' actions as changing history, with characters like Nemu explicitly warning against causing temporal paradoxes and stating that the universe will 'auto-correct' minor discrepancies. However, the ultimate outcomes of these events still align with known historical records. This dichotomy between the characters' perception of altering history and the resilience of the timeline's major events has led to the theory that the time travel actually formed a stable loop, meaning the girls' interventions were always a part of history. Thus, a definitively separate 'original' timeline is not explicitly confirmed in the main continuity and, as the hypothetical original history isn't seen, the timeline will be treated as if it was meant to be a closed loop, and thus always part of the timeline.
Another: In the timeless realm of the Law of Cycles, Ultimate Madoka, the goddess who observes all Magical Girls across time and space discovers a single, unknown record among her collection. This record contains both familiar songs of Magical Girls she has blessed and a new, unfamiliar song from a Magical Girl she does not recognize. The goddess finds she cannot harmonize with or alter this new song, as its grooves are still actively being carved.
She listens intently and identifies the new voices as belonging to specific, previously unknown Magical Girls: a girl "fenced by machines, studying space" (Touka Satomi), a girl "in her bed, spinning stories for all" (Nemu Hiiragi), a girl "burning her short life, to give light" (Ui Tamaki), and a girl "devoted to each of those girls" (Iroha Tamaki). The record's creation is an ongoing process, and its final nature remains undetermined.
Faced with this anomaly, the goddess decides to watch over the record's development rather than intervene. She reserves judgment on whether to ultimately bless the record with her song or destroy it, as the outcome is unknown even to her.
While Yachiyo and Infinite Iroha were caught by 10-43 in the present, Iroha uses her Mirrors powers to send Yachiyo to the past so she could collect the hope of deceased Magical Girls to use against the Witch with her own personal magic.
A nomad girl makes a contract with Kyubey for a fertile paradise for her family's prosperity. Through decades, and possibly hundreds of years, she would be seen as a patroness figure and have many children.
As the girl is about to succumb to despair, Yachiyo travels back to the Magical Girls of the past as a messenger of the future, starting with this same girl, presumably anywhere around 3000 BCE to the 74th millennium BCE. She turns into the Witch 10-43 after her clan is attacked by a group that split off from her own many decades ago. 10-43 spreads her Familiars and offshoots throughout the planet for thousands of years.
Yachiyo is entrusted hope by one person per year all the way from that girl. She asks them to entrust her hope to her, with the promise that someday that hope will become a miracle that will free the future.
Yachiyo tells them that in the far future, when a curse transcending time and space overtakes the world, she will reach out to Magical Girls and bring them the hope of those who were lost to history. She tells them that when the time comes they will remember her and she will carry their hope into the future. She introduces herself as an emissary of the future who will pave the way to the future for Magical Girls, and calls herself the Historia of the future.
In time, she becomes known as a legend among Magical Girls across the entire globe.
1st Century BCE
This section details the story of Ebony, a member of the Met Clan who was raised to serve the Pharaoh of Egypt. She makes a contract to ensure Cleopatra VII's legacy, using her powers to manipulate politics and public opinion until the end of the Ptolemaic Dynasty.
c. 45 BCE: Ebony is born to the Met Clan, a clan dedicated to serving the pharaoh by raising Magical Girl candidates to Kyubey, whom they called the White Beast God.[1]
51 BCE: Cleopatra VII Philopator becomes Pharaoh of Egypt and uses girls from the Met Clan to make contracts for her benefit. The clan used a "Dreaming Drug" to ensure the loyalty of their soldiers and manipulated the girls into serving the throne.[1]
One of these candidates makes a wish for Cleopatra's beauty, but this magic did need to be reapplied, otherwise its effects would wear off.[1]
June, 31 BCE: Ebony makes a contract with Kyubey for Cleopatra to have enough glory to carve her name in history. She becomes Cleopatra's lady-in-waiting, and later discovers her magic is bewitching others with the smoke from her censer. Cleopatra makes use of this power to keep opinions of herself high among citizens.[2]
This account details the events as experienced by members of the Tokime Tribe, who go back to the past to collect the concept of Iroha, which had become scattered across time.
July, 31 BCE: With one of Nemu Hiiragi's Guide Book Uwasa, Shizuka Tokime, Chiharu Hiroe, Sunao Toki, Chika Aoba, Ryoko Natsu and Asahi Miura time travel from present-day Kamihama to Ancient Egypt during Cleopatra VII's reign to investigate her potential connection to Magical Girls and gather Infinite Iroha's concept. In Alexandria, they detect a mysterious aura around Cleopatra and decide to infiltrate her palace, where they're stopped by Ebony. Shizuka convinces her to temporarily cease hostilities and they leave. While gathering information on the Met Clan, the group falls into a trap set by Cleopatra’s forces and a captured soldier reveals that the Met Clan uses a "Dreaming Drug" to manipulate their soldiers. As tensions intensify between Rome and Egypt, they decide to gather information outside of Alexandria as well.
August 1st, 30 BCE: Antonius attempts suicide after receiving false news of Cleopatra's death, delivered by Ebony. Following his death, the Tokime girls exploit the weakened palace security and Nemu identifies Ebony as the key Magical Girl tied to their mission. She immobilizes them using her powers and with assistance from Asahi, who'd been hiding until now, they neutralize Ebony. They explain that the Met Clan recruits young girls to contract with Kyubey, granting them powers to protect Egypt’s rulers. Shizuka shares her own experiences as an exploited Magical Girl and persuades Ebony to break free from her role in the clan. After settling matters with Cleopatra, Ebony goes to the Met Clan Elder to receive freedom. He agrees, but tasks her with delivering a final message to the queen.
August 29th, 30 BCE: As Cleopatra's been imprisoned, the group infiltrates the guarded facility where she's kept. They find her face deteriorating due to the fading effects of magic granted by a past sacrificed girl. An assassin from the Met Clan, disguised as a soldier, kills Cleopatra by shooting darts into her neck. Ebony almost transforms into a Witch but the other girls save her. After Nemu confirms that history remains intact due to the wound resembling a snake bite, they set off to confront the Elder. He reveals he orchestrated Cleopatra’s death to turn Ebony into a witch to use against Rome. When they find out the Elder is under a Witch's influence, he commits suicide and they defeat the Witch, 10-1. With the Soul Dome now filled with Iroha's concept, they bid farewell to Ebony and encourage her to embrace her newfound independence before returning to their own time.[1]
While real-life Cleopatra is recorded to have died around August 10, The Mirage of Alexandria shows her dying on August 29, though this may have been altered from the original events due to the actions of the Tokime Tribe in Puella Historia.
1st Century CE
This section is split into History A, where Pompeii is destroyed and History B, created by Junia. After making a contract with Kyubey in 79 CE, Junia is sent back three years as a Magical Girl and takes the identity of Amaryllis. Using her knowledge of the future and her magical abilities, she works to convince the city of the coming disaster and orchestrate a mass evacuation.
66 AD: Two twin girls are born to a notable house in Pompeii, likely named "Cornelia Minor," or Cornelia the Younger, and "Cornelia Major," or Cornelia the Older.[3]
c. 71 CE: When she was six years old, Cornelia the Younger (personal name unknown) is taken in by her father's friend and takes the surname Junia.[3]
History A
Early 77 CE: A destructive rainstorm interrupts a play starring the popular actor, Master Paris.[3]
The influential families of Pompeii, Cornelia’s, Junia’s, and Marius’, hold a banquet to discuss potential alliances and marriages.[3]
Summer, 77 CE: A chariot race occurs, which Hilarus the Left-Handed wins. Junia and Marius watch the race together.[3]
Summer, 78 CE: After the frequent earthquakes of recent, the city council focuses on rebuilding. Marius announces his marriage to Junia has been approved. It is likely that around this time, Junia meets a Vestal Maiden of Light (the local term for a Magical Girl at the time) and Kyubey, or Master Cubius, who prompts her to become a Magical Girl. Due to her love for Marius, she refuses.[3]
October, 79 CE: Frequent earthquakes and dried water supplies occur, such as the Aqua Augusta.[3]
October 24th, 79 CE: Vesuvius erupts, killing most of the population around Pompeii, including Emperor Vespasian and Plinius in Stabiae without organizing a rescue effort. Pompeii is destroyed, and the Cornelia and Maria families die. Junia makes a contract with Kyubey to be reborn as a different person in the past, and thus creates History B.[3]
History B
76 CE: Junia arrives back three years in time from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. She tests out her power and poses as her new persona, Amaryllis. She tells the other servants that she's Lady Junia's new handmaiden, which the others believe without question, as her power not only allows her to change her appearance, but also makes others not question inconsistencies based on her identity. She befriends Cornelia as Amaryllis and tells her that she is from Greece and that she shares a tutor with Junia.[3]
Early 77 CE: Amaryllis convinces Cornelia to help her by predicting a very destructive rainstorm in the midst of a play starring a popular actor, Master Paris.[3]
This account details the events as experienced by members of the Neo-Magius, who go back to the past to collect the concept of Iroha, which had become scattered across time.
Time Paradox Zone, 79 CE:Himena Aika, Shigure Miyabi, Hagumu Azumi, San Kagura, Miyuri Yukari and Mitsune Miwa travel to Pompeii in 79 CE with one of Nemu's Rumor Books. Nemu tells them about Amaryllis, a Magical Girl who altered history. They then find themselves in a space where time and reality are unstable, and encounter a copy of 10-7. Nemu explains that their interference in an already altered timeline (79 CE) may have caused a time paradox, and that they are in a "Time Paradox Zone," where history is being rewritten. San, Hagumu and Mitsune are caught up in the paradox and separated from the rest of the group. Due to having Nemu's book, Himena is attuned to this time period, so she dreams of Junia and Cornelia’s childhood, where their father announces one will marry Marius.[3]
Early 77 CE: Himena, Shigure, Miyuri and Nemu wake up in Pompeii, two years before the eruption. Cornelia helps them hide and introduces them to Amaryllis, the Magical Girl who has been warning people about the eruption. Nemu explains two histories: History A, where Pompeii is destroyed, and History B, where Amaryllis succeeded and most people evacuated. Amaryllis’ plan involves Cornelia marrying Marius to gain political influence. The group, now posing as Cornelia’s handmaidens, prepares to attend a banquet at Marius’ villa. Amaryllis explains that the banquet is a critical event where the three influential families, Cornelia’s, Junia’s, and Marius’, will discuss future alliances, including potential marriages. the group saves Cornelia from a Witch, who is torn between her feelings for Marius and her sister Junia’s happiness. They later meet Junia, who is kind and thoughtful, before they're taken away by a paradox.[3]
Summer, 77 CE: They reappear later in the year, where Amaryllis reveals to them that Magical Girls in the time period in Ancient Rome were known as Vestal Maidens of Light, which was likely the source of Rome's long-lasting success. Amaryllis and Cornelia are working to spread a prophecy about the impending eruption of Mount Vesuvius through the Cult of Isis, a powerful religious group in Pompeii.[3]
Amaryllis uses her Metamorphosis magic to disguise herself as a member and deliver the prophecy, claiming it comes from divine sources. They plan to use the upcoming chariot race as proof of their prophetic knowledge, predicting Hilarus the Left-Handed will win. The chariot race coincides with Cornelia’s birthday, and Amaryllis has arranged for Cornelia and Marius to watch the race together, while Junia will celebrate separately. The group encounters a Barrier again, this time only a Familiar.[3]
Amaryllis and Cornelia successfully gain the cooperation of the Cult of Isis by proving the accuracy of their prophecy about Hilarus’ victory in the chariot race. The priestess of Isis is convinced by the detailed predictions Amaryllis provides, including future events like the death of Emperor Vespasian and the drying up of the Aqua Augusta. The Cult of Isis agrees to prepare its followers for the impending disaster, so Amaryllis and Cornelia plan to extend their efforts to other temples, including those dedicated to Venus and Apollo. They also prepare to leverage Cornelia’s connections, such as attending a tutelage ceremony for the popular actor Paris, to further spread their message. However, the timeline remains unstable, and they suspect that another time paradox event is imminent. The group from Kamihama are once more transported to another point in time, as had happened before when key conditions were met.[3]
Summer, 78 CE: Amaryllis and Cornelia are interrupted from playing a game by Himena, Miyuri, and Shigure's arrival after the year-long absence. They discuss the current situation in Pompeii, where the rumors of Mount Vesuvius’ impending eruption have caused some residents and influential figures, including Cornelia’s father, to consider relocating. However, the city council remains divided, with many still favoring reconstruction over evacuation. They also consider seeking the help of Admiral Plinius, a renowned scholar and military leader, to advocate for evacuation.[3]
78 CE: Amaryllis plays Ludus with Cornelia and encourages her to watch a particular chariot race with Marius. During a stroll in Pompeii, Miyuri loses her smartphone, which Cornelia recalls seeing earlier in a storage room. Cornelia's father had taken it to a jeweler for appraisal, where Gaius, a relative of Pliny the Elder, showed interest in purchasing it. Concerned about potential historical paradoxes, the group hurries to retrieve it and Cornelia devises a plan to ask her father to cancel the sale. She attends the chariot race with Marius, while the others search for Gaius. After the match, Amaryllis impersonates Gaius to secure the smartphone, while Himena and others prevent the real Gaius from entering. As the plan unfolds, a Labyrinth emerges near the Temple of Venus. Marius unexpectedly arrives on horseback to rescue Cornelia and her father from the supposed ghostly disturbances near the temple. Amaryllis successfully gets the phone while the others detain the real Gaius, who later wakes up confused after the Witch's been defeated. The next day, Cornelia prepares for a picnic with Marius and Junia, and Amaryllis returns to playing Ludus with her.[4]
The group travels to Misenum to meet Plinius. Himena suggests using her Synthesis magic, as she's now learned to use her power to replicate powers without draining them from others, to replicate Amaryllis’ abilities, allowing others to assist in the plan. They successfully intercept Plinius near the coast, where Cornelia and Amaryllis explain the impending eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Despite revealing future events, including the death of Emperor Vespasian and Plinius’ own fate during the eruption, he refuses to support their cause. The group returns to Cornelia’s villa, where Nemu expresses concern that revealing too much, such as Plinius’ death, may have already disrupted the timeline. The next day, a messenger arrives with a surprising request from Consul Titus, the eldest son of Vespasian and the future emperor, who wishes to meet Cornelia in private.[3]
Two days later, Cornelia and Amaryllis meet with Titus, who had been informed of their prophecy and the supposed death of the current emperor by Plinius. He cannot order a mass evacuation without proof, but promises to help evacuate once the eruption begins and to facilitate aid for survivors in Neapolis. After the meeting, Cornelia, Marius, and Junia head to a picnic where Marius announces that his father has approved his engagement to Cornelia. They enjoy a peaceful moment together while Himena, Miyuri, Shigure, and Nemu defeat an offshoot of the original 10-7 Witch and then observe the picnic. Nemu explains that the Witch they first encountered in 77 CE has been actively interfering with history by creating powerful offshoots and to restore the correct timeline of History B, they must defeat the original Witch. That night, Himena has a dream where Amaryllis laments not becoming a Vestal Maiden of Light during the original Pompeii's destruction.[3]
October, 79 CE: Frequent earthquakes and dried water supplies confirm the prophecy. Many residents, influenced by the efforts of Cornelia and Marius' families have already evacuated, but some still remain. The Cult of Isis provides additional ships to aid in the evacuation, and Marius frees charioteers trapped in the barracks, who then help guide people to safety.[3]
October 24th, 79 CE: The eruption of Vesuvius begins and Cornelia, Marius, and their families coordinate the evacuation to the shore, where ships await. However, a large group of residents, possessed by a Witch, move toward danger. Himena, Miyuri, Shigure, and Nemu confront the 10-7 Witch while Amaryllis and Cornelia focus on saving lives. As the situation seems dire, the Roman navy, led by Admiral Plinius, arrives with a massive fleet to assist in the evacuation.[3]
In Stabiae, Plinius ensures his fleet rescues as many as possible and instructs his subordinates to record his death as a brave act. To ensure history remains intact, he dies in the eruption.[3]
With the arrival of San, Hagumu, and Mitsune, Himena, Shigure and Miyuri manage to defeat the Witch. They realize that while they couldn’t save everyone, they succeeded in changing the future and ensuring that many lives were saved. As the eruption of Mount Vesuvius reaches its peak, the remaining residents of Pompeii are evacuated by ship. Cornelia and Marius look forward to rebuilding their lives in Neapolis, when they notice Amaryllis and Junia missing. Amaryllis reflects on her vow to have lived the rest of her life in atonement, dedicating herself to the peace of Rome and honoring the memories of those she couldn’t save. As Junia, she stays in the Pompeii and wears the bracelet given to her by Marius as a reminder of her past and the love she once had. With the timeline restored, the others return to the future in Kamihama.[3]
3rd Century CE
This section centers around Toyo, the secret daughter of Queen Himiko who is then chosen as a candidate to succeed her. As war escalates and her health declines, Toyo makes a contract with Kyubey, which allows her to ascend as the new Queen of Yamatai following her mother's death.
235 CE:Toyo is born to Himiko, the Queen of Yamatai, and to the king of a rival nation, Kuna. She is sent to grow up with her grandparents without knowledge of her parents. [5]
Due to suffering from a disease, likely a form of epilepsy, she experiences seizures and becomes feared by her village as the "child of a Cursed God." Despite admiring Himiko and practicing in Spirit Arts, the villagers believe her power is cursed and that she will bring calamity.[5]
A candidate successor of Himiko's becomes an Magical Girl and reveals her wish to Himiko. After she becomes a Witch, she brings great disaster and causes many deaths.[5]
This account details the events as experienced by Momoko Togame, Rena Minami and Kaede Akino, who go back to the past to collect the concept of Iroha, which had become scattered across time.
c. 247 CE: A messenger confirms Toyo has been chosen as a candidate to succeed Queen Himiko of Yamatai. Excited to meet the queen she admires, Toyo sets out and befriends Rena, Momoko, and Kaede, unaware they are from the future. Their kind treatment deeply moves Toyo, who is used to having a reputation as a cursed child. They are confronted by soldiers from the rival nation of Kuna, who mistake Rena for Toyo because of a book they believe is a gift from the Wei Dynasty. After a brief skirmish, the soldiers retreat with the book, which is actually Nemu, but not before she identifies Toyo as the Magical Girl central to their mission. Rena accidentally reveals they are from the future, but the people of the era interpret the word as them being from a distant, advanced country.[5]
Toyo's group arrives in Yamatai, but Himiko rejects her, accusing Himiko's younger brother of using Toyo as a political pawn. After Rena defends Toyo, the group is forced to leave. Himiko's brother later explains that previous shrine maiden candidates were plagued by a curse, leading to possession and a sacrificial death, however he dismisses the idea that Toyo is cursed, suggesting Himiko's rejection stems from fear, and vows to make Toyo the successor. Feeling lost, Toyo is approached by a Kuna soldier who reveals the truth: Toyo is the child of Himiko and the King of Kuna, not a cursed being. Shocked, Toyo questions why this was hidden from her.[5]
To prove herself, Toyo decides to help a drought-stricken village. Despite initial distrust, she and her friends work to build a canal to prevent future flooding. The villagers, seeing their efforts, gradually accept Toyo and join the work. When Himiko arrives to assess the project, she acknowledges Toyo's efforts and finally accepts her as a successor candidate. However, Toyo collapses from exhaustion and her illness. In a tender moment, Himiko comforts her, revealing herself as Toyo's mother. Toyo expresses her love, and the two share a heartfelt connection before Toyo falls asleep. She later wakes to find herself completely paralyzed, unable to move or call for help. She tries to reach the sunlight to be found, but is unsuccessful.[5]
Toyo is publicly introduced as Himiko's successor candidate to the villages under Toyo. The villagers are initially skeptical, believing her to be the child of a cursed god, but Himiko defends her, claiming Toyo's abilities are a divine blessing. To help bridge the gap between Toyo and Himiko, Momoko, Rena, and Kaede suggest Toyo give her a gift, eventually settling on a dog, as pets are trendy among nobles. Using her Spirit Arts knowledge, Toyo finds a strange dog she names "Slurpy," despite the others doubting its species. Himiko refuses him, deeming the mysterious creature too dangerous. However, Toyo grows attached and, despite the villagers' fear, pleads with Himiko to let her keep it, promising full responsibility. With support from her friends, Himiko reluctantly agrees.[6]
The two quickly become close and though Slurpy's behavior is chaotic, he does end up somewhat helping Toyo in her duties. Toyo soon overworks herself, and as her health deteriorates, she struggles to move or perform daily tasks. Despite seeing Slurpy's helpfulness, Himiko decides that Slurpy must be sent away, believing that dogs carry a curse that could harm Toyo. Toyo reluctantly agrees to part with Slurpy, believing it's for his own good as he would be happier with a stronger owner. Toyo and Slurpy share one last playful run together, though Toyo's condition makes it difficult for her to keep up, after which the two part ways.[6]
Crops and livestock across Yamatai mysteriously wither, leading villagers to believe it’s a curse. Himiko’s younger brother reveals that Kuna has been pressuring Yamatai to make Toyo the successor to avoid war. Himiko uncovers her brother’s plot to manipulate Toyo and use her as a political pawn, but she refuses to comply, deciding instead to resume war with Kuna despite the risks. Toyo’s health deteriorates, and she experiences episodes of paralysis. Himiko, realizing she cannot protect Toyo from her illness or the political turmoil, pleads with Rena and Kaede to take Toyo to the future, where she might be cured, with the complete understanding of what the word means through context clues. Himiko declares war on Kuna, aiming to protect Yamatai and Toyo from Kuna’s schemes.[5]
As the war begins, Yamatai struggles against Kuna and Himiko has come into possession of Nemu's book through the villages' trades. Momoko confronts Himiko, and urges her to explain her actions to Toyo, who remains unaware of the war's true reasons. She then reveals to Momoko that she is also gravely ill, coughing up blood and losing her vision.[5]
Meanwhile, despite her failing health, Toyo is determined to protect her village and the canal they built and Rena and Kaede arrive with a palanquin they built to help her move, supporting her decision to go to the village. When they arrive, they find the village under attack by Kuna soldiers. They deliver Toyo to Himiko, and Rena fights the soldiers while Kaede evacuates the villagers. Kyubey then approaches Toyo, offering her a contract to become a Magical Girl. Despite Himiko's warnings about the same fate that befell the previous shrine maiden, Toyo wishes to become a great leader like her mother. She transforms, gaining the strength to surpass her disease.[5]
She joins the fight and helps Rena, Kaede, and Momoko defeat the witch responsible for the attack. In the aftermath, Himiko passes away, leaving Toyo as her successor. Though grieving, Toyo vows to carry on her mother's legacy and lead Yamatai to prosperity, assuring her people she will continue to fight for their future. With her power of summoning and what she's learned, she's certain she will be able to live up to her mother's legacy and prosper. With their mission to collect Iroha's concept complete, Momoko, Rena, and Kaede bid farewell to Toyo and leave the time period.[5]
During one of the following nights, a servant of Himiko leads Toyo to a water supply, which Himiko had rigged with her knowledge of Spirit Arts to cause a display of fireflies. Toyo breaks down in tears, expressing her longing for her mother and her determination to live up to her legacy.[5]
A long time afterwards, during summer, Toyo hears a familiar bark and runs to see Slurpy again. Without using her power of summoning, the two reunite together again.[6]
11th Century CE
This section details Olga and Gunhild, two sisters who form a warrior band which brings the end of the Viking Era.
Olga and her younger sister, Gunhild are born as daughters of Arne, a renowned warrior chief. One day, their settlement is attacked, and their father and family are killed. Olga and Gunhild are captured and enslaved, brought to Isvik as thralls. To escape their harsh conditions, they share stories, particularly Norse myths and legends.[7]
Olga and Gunhild support each other through their hardships while working. Olga often shares stories of Norse gods and dreams of a better future, even creating a world called "Olganheim" in her imagination. They endure daily mistreatment, particularly from a warrior who harbors a grudge against their father, but Olga dreams of sailing the world as a great trader, finding rare treasures, and sharing adventures with Gunhild. An opportunity arises, and her sister suggests escaping, but Olga refuses due to fearing the consequences if they are caught.[8]
They notice the village is unusually quiet as the men are away pillaging. Suddenly, they spot a wolf entering the village and Olga tries to protect Gunhild by pushing her into a shed while distracting the wolf herself. Gunhild, remembering a lesson from their father’s friend, suggests using loud noises to scare the wolf away. Together, they successfully drive the wolf off and Gunhild scolds Olga for risking her life by staying outside to distract the wolf. Olga apologizes and promises to consult Gunhild before doing anything dangerous in the future. She then praises Gunhild for her quick thinking and resourcefulness.[8]
A while after they scared the wolf, they hear a noise outside and suspect it might have returned. They investigate the noise and spot a stranger sneaking around the village. Gunhild suggests he might be a thief or a scout for an enemy group. When he notices them, Olga suggests using the same tactic they used on the wolf, and together, they scream and attract the attention of the village warriors, who chase the intruder away.[8]
One night, Olga claims to have seen a Fylgja, a spirit in the form of a white beast. Gunhild initially dismisses it but later encounters Kyubey, who offers her the chance to become a magical girl in exchange for a wish. Gunhild, though suspicious of Kyubey's intentions, wishes to form a warrior band with Olga as its leader.[9]
This account details the events as experienced by members of Promised Blood, who go back to the past to collect the concept of Iroha, which had become scattered across time.
Olga and Gunhild meet Yuna Kureha, Juri Oba, Ao Kasane, and Hikaru Kirari who traveled from the present and claim to be merchants. Isvik is suddenly attacked by raiders, and an elderly warrior, Ebbe, recognizes Olga and Gunhild as the daughters of Arne, whom he once owed his life to. He reveals that he had vowed to repay Arne and now Ebbe declares his loyalty to the sisters and offers his warrior band, the Warriors of the Bear Claw, to serve under their command. The two become the leaders of the warrior band, renaming it the "Warriors of the Sisterhood." The warriors successfully ambush and defeat Isvik's returning warriors, securing control of the settlement. They rename it "Ithvollr" and begin to rebuild and expand their influence.[7]
Olga sees the Fylgja, a guardian spirit in the form of a white beast, again and chases after it, hoping for guidance. However, she is attacked by one of her own warriors, who resents her leadership. Fleeing the attack, Olga finds herself in a Labyrinth, which she believes to be Helheim, the land of the dead in Norse mythology. Just as she is about to be overwhelmed by Familiars, Gunhild rescues her. Gunhild reveals to Olga that she became a Magical Girl after encountering Kyubey, the mysterious creature Olga mistook for a Fylgja. Gunhild explains that she made a contract with Kyubey, wishing to form a warrior band led by Olga to help achieve her sister's dreams. She admits that she didn’t want Olga to become a Magical Girl because of the dangerous and endless cycle of fighting Witches and consuming Grief Seeds to survive. Olga insists on becoming a Magical Girl to share the burden, however, Gunhild vehemently opposes this, even killing Kyubey to prevent Olga from making a contract. Gunhild compares the life of a Magical Girl to the eternal battles in Valhalla, and that her sacrifices will earn her a place there after death.[7]
Promised Blood debate whether to intervene, and Nemu explains that the Viking era, including warrior bands like Olga and Gunhild’s, will soon come to an end with the Battle of Stamford Bridge. They resolve to continue watching without interfering, despite their feelings about the sisters.[7]
Olga and Gunhild, along with their warrior band, prepare to join King Harald's campaign to conquer England.[7]
September 20th, 1066: The sisters and their warriors participate in the Battle of Fulford, where Harald's army wins the battle, and Gunhild's abilities earn her praise from Harald himself. Olga is attacked by a Witch and narrowly escapes with the help of Yuna and her companions, who intervene discreetly to protect her without revealing their identities. Harald's army continues to advance, and the sisters prepare for the next phase of the campaign.[7]
September 25th, 1066: Harald's army is caught off guard by King Harold II's forces at Stamford Bridge. Gunhild, using her Magical Girl powers, sustains severe injuries but continues to fight, shocking Harald and his men with her unnatural resilience. Harald, terrified by Gunhild's seemingly cursed abilities, accuses her of being the source of their misfortune and orders his men to kill her. Gunhild, enraged by Harald's betrayal, turns on him, but her Soul Gem darkens quickly and she transforms into a Witch.
Olga is devastated, but Yuna's team intervene, pulling Olga away from the chaos. They explain that Gunhild has become a Witch, and Olga is left to grapple with the outcome of her sister's sacrifices. Olga makes a contract with Kyubey, wishing for the power to send Gunhild to Valhalla. She transforms into a Magical Girl and eventually defeats Gunhild's Witch. Promised Blood reflects on the events, realizing that Olga was the Magical Girl Iroha had been observing. Nemu reveals that she purposefully withheld some information to prevent interference in the sisters' fate. Having completed their mission, prepares to return to their own time, confident that Olga will persevere and calling her "Olga the Dreamer."[7]
13th Century CE
This section details the story of Heruka and Dolma, two girls training to become guardian deities known as Rakshasi at a remote nunnery in Tibet. To ensure Dolma's safety, Heruka takes the role of a vengeful Rakshasi against the Mongol Empire.
As children, Heruka and Dolma are caught in a landslide. Heruka manages to save Dolma and the people in her village view her as a savior Rakshasi because of it.[10]
Heruka and Dolma flee their hometown after a Mongolian attack and eventually meet the Lama, who brought them to a nunnery. The Lama believed Heruka was capable of performing miracles and intended to train her to become a Rakshasi, a guardian deity. However, Heruka felt defeated after witnessing the destruction of her hometown and being unable to save it. Despite her reluctance, she decided to stay at the nunnery to ensure Dolma’s safety, even though she had no desire to become a Rakshasi. The Lama introduced them to other junior nuns training to become Rakshasi, and Heruka resigned herself to skeptically following the nunnery’s customs.[10]
After some time at the nunnery, Dolma surprised Heruka by declaring her intention to become a Rakshasi. While Dolma excelled in her training and gained admiration, Heruka herself struggled and felt disconnected from the hatred that motivated the others and fell behind in her studies. Heruka confessed to the Lama that she did not hate the Mongolian army and simply wished for a happy, peaceful life, however, she realized her one constant desire was to protect Dolma. Fearing the burden and dark path this role would place on her friend, Heruka resolved to become the Rakshasi herself to spare Dolma, even if it meant sacrificing her own peaceful ideals.[11]
Dolma grows impatient with the Lama’s delay in holding the ritual with Lord Jātaka, leading to a rebellion and to the junior nuns taking over the nunnery as their very own "Shambhala." When the northern nunnery is destroyed, the survivors seek refuge, and the Lama decides to evacuate, canceling the ritual and further angering Dolma. As Mongolian soldiers approach, Heruka plans to surrender to minimize casualties, but Dolma charges into battle. Heruka intervenes with a smoke bomb, forcing the Mongols to retreat, but despite the victory, Heruka knows the Mongols will return, and the Lama and other adults leave the nunnery.[11]
This account details the events as experienced by members of the Folklore of Zero, who go back to the past to collect the concept of Iroha, which had become scattered across time.
c. 1240 CE:Lavi Himuro, Alexandra Kurusu, and Urara Yume arrive in 13th-century Tibet on a mission to find the "Rakshasi," a figure prophesied to end the war between Tibet and Mongolia. They discover a nunnery that is secretly training young girls to become Rakshasi and the nunnery's leader, Dolma, reveals they have even exiled the village adults who tried to stop the ritual. The team decides to split up.[10]
Lavi infiltrates the nunnery and learns the "Rakshasi" is a Magical Girl, chosen through a contract with a mysterious entity the nuns call "Lord Jātaka," who is in fact Kyubey. Lavi and Nemu deduce that a junior nun named Heruka is the true historical Rakshasi and decide not to interfere with her fate.[10]
Meanwhile, Alexandra and Urara pose as performers to get close to the Mongol army. They are captured by the Mongol leader, Dolo'adai, who plans to exploit their unusual abilities.[10]
At the nunnery, a captured Mongol soldier reveals a critical piece of information during an interrogation by Heruka, who erself speaks Mongolian. He reveals that the Mongols believe they were attacked first by the Rakshasi, which justified their invasion.[10]
Lavi and Heruka manage to reunite with Alexandra and Urara. The group pieces together that historical records are wrong and that the nunnery's role has been erased, with a Witch likely manipulating the events. To correct history, Alexandra and Urara agree to remain as spies with the Mongols, while Lavi and Heruka return to the nunnery to prepare for the coming attack.[10]
The Mongols discover a hidden entrance to the town. Alexandra and Urara learn of the plan for a surprise attack and send a warning. Heruka deduces the attack will be a night raid, not a dawn assault, and prepares a counter-ambush. Although initially successful, the nunnery's defenders are outmaneuvered by a Mongol feint, and the town is set on fire.[10]
Lavi stays behind to cover their retreat and, believing her actions led to the destruction, Heruka makes a contract with Kyubey for everyone to forget the Rakshasi ever existed, believing that erasing this symbol of conflict will end the war.[10]
The Mongols, with no memory of a "Rakshasi" to fight, withdraw, leading to a ceasefire. The legend is erased from even the memories of the time-traveling Folklore of Zero.[10]
In the new, peaceful time, Heruka spreads the ashes of her loved ones, symbolizing their return to the earth, and embraces her role as a Rakshasi. After the nunnery is restored, Dolma decides to leave and join the Order of the White Hill to seek support for the nunnery. She and Heruka share a heartfelt farewell, with Heruka giving Dolma a manuscript to help her learn Mongolian.[10]
Heruka, now seen as a savior by her followers, confronts Mongolian soldiers. Despite being shot with arrows, she remains unharmed, which the soldiers interpret as a miracle. Many Mongols abandon their weapons and convert to her faith, believing she is an incarnation of the Buddha as her magic pacifies people's hearts. Heruka’s influence grows, and she continues to spread her teachings, aiming to bring peace and Shambhala to the world. Meanwhile, the Mongolian commander, Dolo'adai, is ordered to destroy Heruka’s followers, but his soldiers are reluctant, fearing divine punishment.[10]
Lavi, Alexandra, and Urara observe Heruka’s growing influence and success in stopping the war. Dolma, now part of the Order of the White Hill, successfully negotiates support for the nunnery from the temple’s head priest. Lavi, Nemu, and Urara are studying a palm-leaf manuscript about Tibet’s history, which mentions the Rakshasi. They discuss the possibility of it being a mythological account of Tibet’s founding, as they've forgotten about the Rakshasi due to Heruka's wish. Meanwhile, Heruka arrives and informs them that the Mongolian Army has attacked their village and others, resuming their invasion. Survivors beg for vengeance against the Mongols and a wounded Mongolian soldier reveals that the general has allied with the Rakshasi, and Heruka comforts him as he dies.[10]
Later, Deki, another girl at the nunnery, informs Heruka that Dolma has been caught in the fighting as a mediator between Heruka and the Order of the White Hill, who seek peace with the Mongols. Returning to her village, she finds it destroyed by the Mongols and the villagers, who revere Heruka, refuse to accept peace with the Mongols. Dolma is also attacked by Mongolian soldiers but escapes and reunites with Heruka.[10]
Heruka meets with former Lamas and nunnery priests, and proposes a decisive battle against the Mongols and enlists their help. Dolma convinces the Temple Head Priest to support the plan, believing in Heruka’s miracle. Meanwhile, the Mongolian general, Dolo'adai, prepares for the final battle and agrees to meet Heruka’s group on Mongolian soil.[10]
Heruka and her group arrive in Mongolia after days of travel. Dolma insists on being the interpreter, but it’s revealed that everyone, including the Temple Head Priest, understands Mongolian. They are led to a location resembling a Tibetan monastery, where General Dolo'adai awaits.[10]
Heruka shocks her followers by claiming to betray them, offering them to the Mongols as a "gift." She insults her companions and declares herself a Rakshasi. Heruka’s followers and the Mongols are horrified, and the Temple Head Priest accuses her of being a fraud. Dolma defends Heruka, but Heruka continues to play the villain, claiming she manipulated everyone for her own gain. She even claims she herself killed Dolma’s family and others in their hometown. The Mongols, convinced of her evil nature, prepare to execute her, Heruka’s own followers also turn against her, and she is taken away.[10]
Heruka’s former Lama testifies against her, but Dolma tries to defend Heruka, who continues to play the villain. She reveals her plan to lure out the Witch, the source of hatred and conflict, by creating a situation filled with hatred. Heruka is condemned as a Rakshasi, and the Mongols prepare to execute her. Heruka confronts the Witch and uses her magic to put everyone to sleep, but Lavi resists and follows her.[10]
Heruka confronts the Witch, realizing her magic is being canceled out by the Witch’s power of hatred. Despite being at a disadvantage in a direct fight, Lavi and the others arrive to help, revealing they resisted Heruka’s magic because they wanted to protect her. Together, they manage to defeat the Witch, but Heruka’s magic weakens, and the people, now awake, turn against her, throwing rocks and calling her a monster. Dolma defends Heruka and the two flee together. Lavi and the others hold off the Mongols, allowing Dolma and Heruka to escape until they reach a flower of blue poppies. After Heruka’s execution, Dolma struggles with grief and anger, but Lavi encourages her to record the truth about Heruka, ensuring her legacy is preserved. Dolma travels to Mongolia, helping to spread a new script while secretly inscribing the truth about Heruka in monuments. She reflects on Heruka’s sacrifice and the blue flowers that symbolize her hope.[10]
Act 1: After using a charm from Mitama, Iroha and Yachiyo find themselves in medieval France, meeting Tart and her allies. They help Tart fight Corbeau and her familiars but wake abruptly.
After using the candle charms again, they reunite with Tart and learn about her past, including her wish to bring light to France and the loss of her sister Catherine. However, the dream diverges from history, as Tart was defeated at Orléans by Corbeau, and then the dream ends again.
They re-enter the dream, defeat a witch, and deliver a message from La Hire to Tart’s camp. Cube explains that Corbeau’s actions have created a time paradox, threatening both the past and future. Tart rallies the French soldiers in Toulouse, inspiring them to fight for France’s liberation. Iroha and Yachiyo witness Tart’s popularity and learn about her meeting with Prince Charles. The group advances toward a fortress, encountering a witch and familiars. La Hire joins the battle, and Tart’s leadership leads to victory. The soldiers celebrate, and Gilles declares Iroha and Yachiyo as “holy maidens” alongside Tart.
Riz trains for the upcoming battle, and Yachiyo encourages her to value her life. The French army advances to Bourges, where they face Corbeau and her familiars. Riz and Yachiyo battle Corbeau while Tart and Iroha rescue the Dauphin. The mission succeeds, and the group prepares to march toward Orléans.
They re-enter the dream and catch up with Tart’s army near Château de Chinon. Riz reveals a cryptic clue about Catherine’s church, and the group celebrates before the final battle to recapture Orléans. Riz’s absence raises concerns, but Tart continues to inspire the soldiers.
Act 2: The French army, led by Tart, advances toward Orléans, liberating towns and defeating witches along the way. Iroha and Yachiyo assist in battles, gaining recognition as “holy maidens.” Riz shares a secret with Iroha and Yachiyo, hinting that the world is a dream. The group successfully recaptures Orléans, but Riz’s mysterious behavior and cryptic warnings leave Iroha and Yachiyo uneasy. The final battle for Orléans begins, but Riz is missing. Corbeau attacks, and Tart struggles to defend herself. Riz eventually arrives but is injured protecting Tart. Corbeau kidnaps Tart, plunging the world into darkness. Cube reveals that the world is Tart’s dream, and her despair is causing the endless night in both the dream and the future.
Iroha and Yachiyo re-enter the dream but find themselves lost in darkness. They eventually reunite with Melissa and Cube, who confirm the grimoire’s contents. Cube explains that Tart’s dream is a labyrinth, and Corbeau’s magic allows her to summon familiars and witches. To save Tart, they must ring the Sacred Bell, and they learn from Pernelle that the Sacred Bell is in the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Orléans. Pernelle reveals that Riz is alive but lost in the darkness between dream and reality. To save Riz, Tart must use the Épée de Clovis to shine the light of hope and guide Riz back. The French army rallies to rescue Tart from the fortress at Tourelles. Tart is freed, and Iroha informs her that Riz is alive. Tart uses the Épée de Clovis to call out to Riz, who is guided back by Tart’s light. The group battles Corbeau and her summoned familiars to reach Orléans. Tart, Iroha, Yachiyo, and Riz fight together, overwhelming Corbeau. Tart and Iroha ring the Sacred Bell in the Cathedral, signaling the end of the dream. As the dream fades, Tart thanks Iroha and Yachiyo, promising to continue fighting for a brighter future.
Act 1: After failing to invade Tart’s dreams due to interference from future visitors, Isabeau and Minou resolve to create a timeline where they never exist by traveling to the past.
In 1429, Elisa battles familiars and confronts Corbeau, Lapin, and Minou before infiltrating enemy territory. Ui awakens in a hospital illusion created by the sisters, but she escapes, and is rescued by Elisa. She learns France is trapped in a timeless void due to a paradox merging conflicting histories. Her phone, the "Blank Prophecy," channels her soul gem’s magic and is key to restoring reality. Cube and Pernelle explain the paradox threatens to erase the future, prompting Ui and Elisa to head to Orléans. They repair temporal distortions using magical spheres and restore Elisa’s memories at a church by photographing a "Fragment of True History." They join Tart’s camp, and Elisa duels Riz to assess their strength. Minou orders her sisters to attack, and Tart’s team heads to Loches to aid Melissa, defeating a witch and restoring La Hire’s life. At Tourelles Fortress, Lapin transforms into a witch, and temporarily nullifies Tart and Elisa’s transformations, while Riz and Melissa are overwhelmed fighting Corbeau. Ui’s phone glows, allowing her to rewind time and save everyone. Exhausted, Ui awakens after the reset, and that night, Melissa casts a sleeping charm on Ui, and the group bonds. The group travels to Domrémy, Tart’s hometown, to recover another Fragment of True History, battling Lapin and enslaved magical girls. The fragment reveals Riz’s past and her wish to create a true hero, which lead her to Tart. They recover another fragment showing Tart’s wish to bring light to France, and Elisa shares her past with the rest of the group. Ui’s photo of her sister briefly restores, signaling progress in restoring the future, and they head to Orléans to recover another fragment, which reveals memories of Iroha and Yachiyo saving Tart in a past dream. Cube explains the Time Paradox began when the English sisters tried to turn Tart into a witch, but Iroha and Yachiyo intervened, and that Ui’s presence in the past is tied to her sister’s, as Iroha became a magical girl to heal Ui.
Act 2: The French army, bolstered by restored soldiers, prepares to march to Reims for Prince Charles’ coronation. They recover another Fragment of True History, revealing memories of Tart leading the Loire campaign. At Patay, Minou warns of a crucial fragment determining the prince’s fate. Corbeau and Lapin attack, but Tart and Elisa protect Ui as she records the fragment. The skies clear as soldiers remember their victory, but Minou traps Tart and Elisa in a void to rewrite history. Corbeau unleashes a plague, but Ui uses her phone to return them to the battle. Tart transforms, healing everyone and defeating Corbeau, and Minou betrays Corbeau, crushing her soul gem. The French army celebrates their victory at Patay, with Cube confirming vital fragments have been recovered. Ui reflects on the chaos, while Tart prepares to crown Prince Charles in Reims. As Tart’s group approaches Reims, Lapin attacks, seeking vengeance for Corbeau’s death. The group defeats her, with Tart delivering the final blow, and Minou retrieves her. Ui records the final fragment, restoring the memory of Prince Charles’ coronation. The group celebrates, but Ui is lured into the woods by Minou, who reveals the Blank Prophecy’s true purpose is to trap Ui in a time loop. She shows Ui a vision of Tart’s future, where she is captured, tried for heresy, and burned at the stake. Ui must choose between confirming history or rewinding time and forgetting everything, but Tart intervenes, choosing to accept her fate to secure a bright future, and Ui confirms history, erasing her memories of the journey.
Act 1: A girl awakens in an otherworldly gray landscape with no memory. She meets Riz and Sakurako, who also have fragmented memories. The girl recalls being told by "Monsieur Angel" to collect "prayer petals" to escape. Riz shares memories of Tart and Catherine, while Sakurako remembers fighting a giant witch, Isabeau, and losing Ui. Ui wakes up close by, confronted by Lapin, who reveals the place is called Purgatory. Sakurako intervenes, and Riz joins the fight, driving Lapin away. The group discusses their fragmented memories and the possibility of being in Purgatory. The mysterious girl explains they need "prayer petals" to escape, and Ui recalls her past adventures in 15th-century France. Elisa, Melissa, and Pernelle wander the gray landscape, attacked by Corbeau and Minou. Minou teleports Pernelle away, and Elisa and Melissa fend off their attackers. Ui’s group encounters a witch from Kamihama, defeating it and speculating they are in a shared dream. Elisa and Melissa reunite with Ui’s group, sharing their experiences and realizing their memories are incomplete. They recall being separated from Tart during the Battle of Compiègne and saved by Pernelle. The group decides to search for Pernelle, who might have answers. Pernelle is attacked by Minou, but Ui’s group arrives to help, and she explains the stone she carries amplifies magic and was used to summon those with prayer petals into Purgatory. They speculate Minou is trying to prevent their escape, but through their prayer petals, they learn about the Battle of Compiègne, where Tart was captured. The mysterious girl is revealed to be a younger version of Tart, representing her broken spirit. Pernelle and Cube explain Purgatory is a dream-like barrier trapping Tart’s mind. To escape, they need to collect prayer petals and obtain the "Golden Key" and "Silver Key" guarded by dead souls. They defeat Corbeau and Lapin, obtaining the keys, and at the Gates of Heaven, Minou reveals the gates and keys were created by Pernelle’s spell. She summons Isabeau and the group struggles against her. Pernelle’s magic barrier protects them, but they decide to retreat with Tart while Pernelle holds off the enemy.
Act 2: Riz’s disappearance after the Battle of Compiègne is revealed, and Melissa struggles to accept it. Pernelle uses a stone to call out a voice, and Cube explains Riz vanished beyond the Gates of Hell. Ui and the others realize they were summoned by Pernelle’s magic, and Pernelle reveals Minou summoned Isabeau, who has encased France in her labyrinth. The group learns Isabeau’s power comes from Lapin’s wish to restore her mother to human form, leaving behind an immortal shell controlled by the witch. Minou declares the future has changed, and Isabeau’s reign has come to pass, but Pernelle explains the witch was summoned from future dreams, connected through Ui’s dreams. The future is in danger of being overtaken by Isabeau’s darkness, and Tart is the only one who can stop it. Ui and Sakurako discuss the time paradox, and Cube suggests Ui’s existence is still protected by the "Blank Prophecy." Sakurako’s role as a Rumor ensures Ui and Iroha will reunite, maintaining their connection across time. Melissa recalls traveling with Iroha and Yachiyo, who are also working to restore the future. Cube concludes Iroha and Yachiyo are singularities connecting contradictory histories, and their actions are keeping the future from collapsing, while Ui’s phone is key to maintaining their existence. Pernelle prepares to summon Iroha and Yachiyo using Ui’s device as a conduit. Minou attempts to stop her, but Elisa and the others defend Pernelle, allowing her to successfully summon Iroha and Yachiyo. They brief the newcomers, and Pernelle guides them in offering their prayer petals to restore Tart. Tart regains her true form and memories, and with the keys, they prepare to open the Gates of Heaven. Minou confronts the group, revealing her plan to create a dark future ruled by Isabeau, where Tart would be turned into a puppet witch. Minou traps the group with Isabeau, but they fight the witch, with Sakurako distracting it while the others defend her. Sakurako's attacks are able to harm the witch as she is a Rumor and not a magical girl. Tart, Elisa, Melissa, and Pernelle escape Purgatory, leaving Minou behind, and they return to the real world, where Tart’s spirit is restored. Pernelle explains Tart will forget the events of Purgatory, but the prayers and hope given to her will remain. Iroha, Yachiyo, Ui, and Sakurako continue to fight the witch, resolving to survive and return to their time. The French army launches an attack on Rouen to rescue Tart, who was imprisoned by Isabeau’s forces. The battle intensifies as reinforcements join the fight. Tart, on trial for heresy, is visited by Cube, who reveals Riz’s wish: to create a true hero. Pernelle, Elisa, and Melissa infiltrate the prison to rescue Tart. Elisa shares her story, urging Tart to take pride in the love and support of those fighting for her. Tart, inspired, resolves to fight again, and they confront Isabeau, who is immune to attacks from magical girls due to Minou’s wish. Tart refuses to give up, vowing to fight even as her soul gem becomes increasingly corrupted. She hears Riz’s voice guiding her, and Riz’s soul gem appears annd empowers Tart, allowing her to fight beyond her limits as more than a magical girl. Tart incapacitates Minou and delivers the final blow to Isabeau. The sky clears as the witch is vanquished, and Tart thanks Riz before her soul gem fades away. Elisa and Melissa celebrate Tart’s victory, but Tart’s soul gem has now become something akin to a grief seed.
In the uncertain future, Iroha, Yachiyo, Ui, and Sakurako continue to fight the remnants of Isabeau’s weakening influence, and, guided by a mysterious light, they pass through the Gates of Heaven. Riz explains to Sakurako that she exists as a soul gem without a physical body, sustained by her wish to protect Tart. She reveals she guided Tart by secretly providing "prayer petals" and acknowledges her role in Tart’s journey. Riz fades away after fulfilling her purpose, leaving Sakurako to return to the future.
Tart, nearing her limit, surrenders to Minou to prevent becoming a catastrophic witch herself. Tart accepts execution, ensuring her allies’ safety and averting a dark future. In 1431, Tart is executed, her sacrifice preventing her transformation into a witch.
Nicholas Flamel donates the second Philosopher's Stone to Minou, whom he deemed as someone in need. Minou used this to manifest a "what if" world and begin a plan to revive Isabeau.
Epilogue: After Minou resets her world to six hundred years ago from the future, Corbeau and Lapin join her, having used the second Philosopher’s Stone to reach her. They vow to help Minou revive Isabeau, even if it takes countless attempts in their "what if" world.
Chapter 1 - Fading Memories: Torte explains to Kagome that they are in the "Ark of Feelings," a place where people's memories are stored as books. Torte reveals she entered Kagome's mind to understand why Joan of Arc’s memory persists despite being erased elsewhere, and they decide to continue their investigation by exploring more books within the Ark. Kagome and Torte enter another memory book, finding themselves in a dark, eerie world with a red moon. Torte reveals her real name is Jeanne and she resembles Tart herself. She hopes to learn more about Joan before becoming a magical girl herself, while also dealing with Kyubey’s influence and potential contract. In the mysterious memory world, Kagome questions whose mind they are in, suspecting someone who knows Joan of Arc. Their contemplation is interrupted by an attack from a familiar, prompting Torte to attempt using her mother’s magical tools for defense, though she is uncertain of her ability to handle the situation.
Chapter 2 - Nicholas and Pernelle: Kagome encounters Nicholas and Pernelle Flamel, an alchemist and a magical girl respectively, who are concerned about their daughter, Torte. They explain that they have been gathering memories of "La Pucelle" to preserve them in books within the "Ark of Feelings." Pernelle recounts how "La Pucelle" saved Europe but was later burned at the stake. Nicholas and Pernelle noticed abnormalities as people's memories changed, leading them to collect these memories in books to investigate the cause of world abnormalities. Torte entered the space within one of these books without permission, prompting them to follow her. Torte wanted to learn more about "La Pucelle," sharing her name. Kagome and Torte discover that Torte has the power to awaken memories of "La Pucelle" by making eye contact, while Kagome’s magical pen records these memories, allowing them to return to the Ark. They decide to continue exploring other books to gather more memories. Inside another book, they meet Gilles de Rais, who mistakes Torte for "La Pucelle." He laments the soldiers forgetting her miracles and plans revenge. Elisa, claiming to be the daughter of Barbara Celjska, interrupts, questioning Torte's identity.
Chapter 3 - Melissa and Elisa: Kagome is introduced to Melissa and Elisa, who fought alongside Tart and were her closest friends. They entered the same mental world as Kagome's group while investigating an Ark at Pernelle’s request but initially did not know about each other's presence. Elisa reveals Gilles de Rais’ past after Tart’s death, including his abduction and sacrifice of over 100 young boys in dark rituals. Despite losing memories of others, he retained memories of Tart but turned to madness and sin. After confronting Gilles, it is revealed that his crimes will soon lead to his execution. Both Melissa and Elisa express frustration over the fading memory of Tart among people and their inability to continue driving out England without her legacy. The group learns from Nicholas that their world might be being invaded by another world where Tart never existed, symbolized by a red moon first observed around 1400. This invasion causes the gradual disappearance of Tart’s memories from people's minds, threatening history itself. Pernelle suggests that the collected memories in the Ark of Feelings resist this erosion, though only fragile ones like those of La Pucelle were preserved. The group worries about humanity disappearing if the invasion continues unchecked, leading them to explore Kagome's future again.
Chapter 4 - Revolt: Pernelle gathers everyone to enter the fourth book, where they find themselves in a forest in France. They realize that this world exists within someone's mind at a campsite and suspect it may involve soldiers. Elisa identifies the army as rebels against King Charles VII of France. Former comrades of Tart, including La Hire, are leading the rebellion due to grievances with the king, possibly stemming from his abandonment of Tart. Richemont’s plans to expand the king’s standing army have alienated nobles and mercenaries. Additionally, King Charles’ refusal to pay ransoms for captured allies like Tart has fueled resentment among generals. Melissa confronts her father, La Hire, about supporting the rebellion, arguing that cooperation with Richemont is necessary for France’s peace, but despite their emotional discussion, he refuses to trust King Charles due to past betrayals. Tart offers herself as a prisoner to protect others, reminding La Hire of his forgotten memories. La Hire recalls how La Pucelle sacrificed herself for their safety, causing him to regret his involvement in the rebellion. Isabeau attacks but is repelled by Pernelle’s defensive magic. She reveals her plan involves thwarting Tart and mentions other obstacles before retreating. It is revealed that this Isabeau is from her younger days as a magical girl, predating her transformation into a witch. Kagome reflects on the pain endured by those left behind after Tart’s death while Isabeau comments on the entertaining nature of the current situation.
Chapter 5 - Those Left Behind: Cube reveals that the young Isabeau, once a magical girl, underwent significant transformation into a magical girl long before her daughters were born. Around 40 years ago, during the appearance of the red moon, she attacked to hinder their efforts, and Cube explains how the world split into two branches due to Isabeau's actions: one where Tart exists and one where she doesn't. Pernelle discusses a prophecy about France being destroyed by a woman but saved by a girl, La Pucelle, suggesting Isabeau's ambitions could be thwarted by this figure. Nicholas believes that by preserving Tart's existence, they can restore the original world, countering the erosion caused by the red moon world. Elisa notes their investigation of magical books is yielding results, despite Isabeau’s interference. They decide to continue documenting the memories of Tart with Kagome’s help, hoping it will influence positive changes in the world. In Charles VII’s mind, Elisa confronts his fear and guilt over abandoning Tart. Charles acknowledges his failure and promises to restore her honor once Rouen is reclaimed from English control, offering hope for justice in the real world. Torte expresses determination to take responsibility for the difficult choices ahead, inspired by Tart’s sacrifices. She decides to ensure the path created by Tart is followed, even if it means accepting blame if things go wrong. Meanwhile, Kagome reflects on her evolving role as a participant rather than an observer. As they finish recording, Isabeau reappears in an unfamiliar space.
Chapter 6 - A Chance Meeting and the Resolution: Kagome realizes that a time paradox caused by Isabeau observing the future through a mirror from the Mirror Witch has created conflicting timelines. To resolve it, they must break the mirror connecting the past and future. The group plans to recreate the conditions leading to the paradox by entering someone's mind and restoring balance. Melissa and Elisa distract Isabeau while Kagome and Torte attempt to fix the timeline. Inside someone’s mind, Kagome and Torte encounter Dauphin Louis who has lost his memories. He expresses regret over not forgiving his father and dreams of being king. Pernelle instructs Torte to restore Louis' memories, and upon regaining them, he reverts to his younger self and recalls wanting to meet La Pucelle again. Prince Louis meets Tart, thanking her for Orleans' victory and pleading for her help in crowning his father as King of France. This interaction strengthens Charles' resolve to march to Reims. Kagome reflects on how Louis' gratitude towards Tart was overshadowed by resentment after forgetting her due to world erosion. She hopes this encounter restores his kind intentions. The group discusses unresolved mysteries like why Kagome was chosen as the Recorder and the connection between her, Torte, and Tart’s memories. Torte decides to sacrifice herself by wishing for Tart’s legacy to be preserved correctly in the world, and after saying goodbye to Kagome, she makes her wish to Cube.
Chapter 7 - Preserving Her Feelings: Torte realizes she has become a magical girl, and Cube explains that her wish was granted. Breaking the mirror would erase the red moon world and restore everyone to their original lives, ending the rebellion by Dauphin Louis. Torte decides to secretly deliver a magic pen to Kagome from the past so that the truth of “La Pucelle” will be recorded and remembered.
c. May 7th, 1429: On the eve of the Battle of Orléans, Minou attempts to remove Tart from the picture by cursing her into an eternal sleep. However, thanks to Pernelle and Iroha, the plan fails.[12]
Isabeau attempts to interfere with the future that Iroha came from. Ui is dragged into the past to correct the distortions.[13]
Tart is burned at the stake as a Witch.
16th Century CE
This section details the story of Tsuyu Mizuna and Chizuru, two Magical Girls from rival clans in 16th century Japan. After uncovering a conspiracy and becoming allies, they're torn apart by the escalating conflict between their fathers.
c. 1540: When Lord Sumiya plans to cut down the sacred tree of the Mizuna Clan, Tsuyu becomes enraged and she and her father, Masatsuna, spread rumors of divine punishment to deter Sumiya. Kyubey offers Tsuyu a contract to become a Magical Girl, or a Battle Shamaness, granting her powers to protect the tree. She accepts, intervenes when Sumiya’s men attempt to cut the tree, and convinces Sumiya to abandon his plans. Tsuyu reveals her transformation to her father and Gen'un, who eventually accept her new role.[14]
When Kosho craftsmen are attacked and their goods stolen by the Kumai Clan, Chizuru investigates Suitoku Temple, where the weapons are rumored to be stored. She is ambushed, poisoned, and captured by Gen’un, who accuses her of theft. Kyubey offers her a contract to become a Magical Girl, and she wishes for the strength to defeat Gen’un. With her new powers, she overwhelms him, escapes, and reunites with San'emon. They compensate the craftsmen with gold stolen from the Kumai Clan, ensuring their survival during the famine.[15]
This account details the events as experienced by Tsuruno Yui and Sana Futaba, who go back to the past to collect the concept of Iroha, which had become scattered across time.
Tsuruno and Sana travel through a mirror to the Warring States period, where they encounter Tsuyu Mizuna, a Magical Girl, or Battle Shamaness, defending a sacred tree from rebellious peasants. The peasants, suffering from a famine, blame the nobility and demand debt relief. Tsuyu calms them by promising to persuade her father, Masatsuna Mizuna, to enact a debt moratorium. After learning of Tsuruno and Sana's mission, Tsuyu allows them to stay. Sana then uses her invisibility to perform "miracles," convincing Masatsuna to let Tsuruno serve as Tsuyu's guardian. They learn the famine is caused by the Taito Gang, a group of bandits manipulating Witches, or Demons, and Tsuyu insists that defeating them is the only solution. While settling into the Mizuna household, they observe a magpie, a key figure in the historical records of Tsuyu and her rival, Chizuru.[16]
Tsuyu, Tsuruno, and Sana investigate strange voices on the beach and they encounter Chizuru, the daughter of the Taito Gang’s leader. Tsuyu accuses Chizuru of manipulating Demons, which Chizuru denies, and they're interrupted by a mysterious voice from a seashell which speaks of unity, unsettling them both before Chizuru leaves.[16]
Later, Tsuyu's father returns from a succession ceremony and, despairing of the new lord's inaction, decides to forgive the Mizuna Clan's debts. This move will strain his own finances but relieve the people.[16]
When the neighboring Sango Clan begins violently collecting taxes, Tsuyu's group intervenes but is dismissed. Later, Tsuruno and Sana accidentally release Tsuyu's magpie, and in her fury, she banishes them and they take refuge at Suitoku Temple. Tsuyu prepares to attack the Taito Gang to recover stolen goods, while Tsuruno and Sana realize the magpie's escape has disrupted the timeline, as it was meant to bring Tsuyu and Chizuru together. They decide to orchestrate this meeting themselves during the upcoming battle. During the fight, Tsuruno and Sana find both Tsuyu and Chizuru severely wounded. They save them with grief seeds, and Chizuru gives Tsuyu a letter bearing the Mizuna Clan’s seal, proving their clans were once allies. Tsuyu begins to question her beliefs, realizing the Taito Gang may not be the villains she thought.[16]
Sumiya fears his defeat by the Taito Gang has humiliated him and ruined his father's legacy, but Kumai claims he has already taken action to restore Sumiya's dignity. Tsuruno and Nemu confirm that, despite setbacks, history remains on track.[16]
Masatsuna and San'emon Banshu discuss an ancient oath between their factions, and agree to send messengers but avoid a public alliance due to the political risks. After Chizuru returns safely, the group discusses the famine and the Taito Gang's resilience. During this time, Tsuyu and Chizuru grow closer, with Tsuyu even helping Chizuru with personal care.[16]
The Kosho Clan, fearing Taito's retaliation, begins an aggressive tax collection. When Tsuyu, Tsuruno, and Sana intervene, they discover the soldiers are under a Witch's control, so Tsuyu manages the chaos while Tsuruno and Sana defeat the 10-1 Witch. Later, Tsuyu and Chizuru intercept San'emon Banshu to warn him of Suitoku's ambush plans and he agrees to halt trade with Kosho's craftsmen temporarily. Tsuyu stays behind to handle Gen'un while Chizuru retreats, and when Gen'un arrives, Tsuyu lies about sensing a Demon to cover her actions.[16]
Struggling with conflicting loyalties between her childhood guardian, Gen'un, and her deep connection with Chizuru, Tsuyu realizes Gen'un's ambitions are cold and calculating, but she ultimately sides with Chizuru and Taito. To confirm her resolve, she challenges Chizuru to a fight and realizes her trust in Chizuru is stronger.[16]
As Suitoku finalizes a three-pronged attack on Taito, Chizuru considers assassinating Gen'un but admits it's nearly impossible. With the attack set to begin soon, she makes one last attempt to infiltrate Suitoku and stop him. Gen'un paralyzes Chizuru and then buries her alive under the Mizuna sacred tree. Guided by a magpie, Tsuyu finds her and cuts down the tree herself to rescue her. Chizuru reveals that Gen'un and Kumai orchestrated the famine and manipulated Sumiya to discredit him, planning to kill him in the coming battle's chaos to seize power. Sana then arrives and informs them that Tsuruno has been captured by San'emon Banshu in Taito Village. Tsuyu asks Sana to use her invisibility to escort Chizuru back to Taito to warn them of the attack, while Tsuyu sends messengers to all clans, except Sumiya and Kumai, in order to expose the conspiracy.[16]
On the north front, Tsuyu and Masatsuna lead Mizuna's forces and remain wary when Suitoku's monks arrive claiming to help.[16]
On the south front, Lord Sango, facing heavy resistance from Taito, decides to trust Mizuna's warnings and prepares to confront Kumai and Gen'un after Suitoku's monks arrive.[16]
On the west front, Sumiya, Kumai, and Gen'un advance, but are confronted by San'emon and Chizuru, who expose the plot to kill Sumiya.[16]
Informed by Tsuyu's letters, the other clans turn against the conspirators. Gen'un surrenders and Kumai is captured. Later, Tsuyu and Chizuru prepare to watch a Kōwakamai performance at Mizuna Shrine and, having completed their mission to recover Iroha's concept, Tsuruno and Sana bid them farewell.[16]
While Tsuyu and Chizuru discuss the ongoing famine, Tsuyu opposes conflict and suggests expanding trade. A dispute over water rights between Mizuna and foreign farmers escalates and Tsuyu is able to identify a forged document. She volunteers for an iron-branded oath to settle the dispute, using her powers to protect herself and be proven as telling the truth. Her success proves her claim, the foreign farmer admits the forgery and Tsuyu reveals her father had already negotiated a water-sharing agreement, resolving the conflict. Chizuru questions the necessity of the oath, but Tsuyu explains it serves as a deterrent, as her Battle Shammaness powers protect her regardless.[14]
The two attend a dance performance at Mizuna Shrine, but Chizuru disappears. Tsuyu learns of a mass suicide attempt by a performance troupe under a Demon’s influence. She battles the Witch, or Demon, and finds Chizuru, who had been fighting it alone. Chizuru admits she felt neglected and wanted Tsuyu to protect her, so they reconcile, with Tsuyu promising to be more attentive and Chizuru to communicate better.[14]
Chizuru and Tsuyu are asked to watch a baby while the mother prepares medicine. While playing with the baby, he is suddenly kidnapped. They track the kidnapper, a former Taito Gang member, return the baby to his mother and capture the kidnapper.[15]
Chizuru is warned to limit Tsuyu’s involvement in Taito Gang affairs. She also overhears her father discussing a potential marriage arrangement with the Mizuna Clan, which shocks her. Tsuyu confides her own struggles with her father’s expectations for marriage, and Chizuru confronts her father, only to learn he was joking about the arrangement and both agree to focus on their duties and enjoy their freedom.[15]
Lord Mizuna's distrust of the easterners leads him to propose a deceptive treaty, with the intent to disband the eastern clan by scattering its members under the guise of granting them land. San'emon Banshu sees the treaty as a ploy and secretly allies with a foreign power to overthrow the Mizuna Clan. A staged assassination attempt on Lord Mizuna escalates tensions and both sides prepare for war. Tsuyu and Chizuru oppose their fathers’ plans, and during a battle, they pretend to fight while secretly plotting to use their combined power to force a ceasefire. They clash swords with overwhelming force, creating a shockwave to scatter soldiers and halt the fighting. San'emon Banshu hires a foreign army to invade Mizuna territory during peace talks, and assassinates Masatsune Mizuna using a hidden firearm. Tsuyu, devastated by her father’s death, confronts Chizuru on the battlefield and a hidden sniper shoots Tsuyu mid-battle. Chizuru, unable to stop her attack, accidentally strikes Tsuyu. Tsuyu, convinced she has been betrayed, becomes a Witch and eventually settles under Mizuna Castle alongside Chizuru's Witch.[17] The intertwined curses of the two Witches would eventually fuel the Witch 10-43, which would continue growing throughout the centuries.[18]
7+ years ago
While pregnant with Shi, her mother makes a contract with Kyubey to protect her unborn daughter from an unknown Witch that was in the hospital. She wished for her daughter to be someone who understands the pain and suffering of others. She dies trying to protect her daughter and her wish leads to Shi having the involuntary ability to know and feel the pain, agony, and troubles of other people, experiencing them as her own in her dreams. Eventually, Shi would get found by an organization that would take advantage of her power.[19]
Yachiyo Nanami wishes to survive as her modeling unit's leader and becomes a Magical Girl. Mifuyu Azusa makes a contract with Kyubey to be free, at least in her dreams. The two meet at 12 after contracting as Magical Girls and they form a team together. They cope with their lives as Magical Girls by writing letters to preserve their dreams.[21]
5 years ago
In an chemical experiment to make herself taller, Hinano Miyako's experiment goes wrong and explodes. She is approached by Kyubey and makes a contract with him to save her life.
4 years ago
Tasuke Satomi visits Kirimine Village to research about Magical Girls, but isn't allow there by the Mikoshiba.
Lavi Himuro becomes a Magical Girl to restore the soil on her family's farm.
3 years ago
Momoko Togame makes a contract to gain the courage to express her feelings to her crush, but fails due to another girl confessing before her. Around the same time, the Blue Seas Family, a mutual aid organization once implicated in off-the-books dealings in Kamihama, is accused of murder. Meiyui Chun becomes a Magical Girl to protect them and fabricate evidence clearing their names.
Yumi Yuuki most likely becomes a Magical Girl around this time and wishes for Ikumi Makino to meet someone who will allow her to become an idol.
Juri Oba becomes a Magical Girl to get "a patient, stout heart".
Kush Irina moves overseas, meeting and befriending an older girl named Aneka, due to her making a contract with Kyubey to "have a replacement for her little sister". Shortly after, Kush becomes a Magical Girl too, wishing for the morning to never come, which, due to her relatively normal potential, results in her always falling asleep during the day instead of the night. Eventually, Aneka turns into a Witch and Kush kills her.
Nayuta Satomi becomes a Magical Girl to have her mom be as gentle as her dad is.
2 years ago
At some point, Yuna Kureha becomes a Magical Girl to change the minds of those who are against her amendment of the student council election.
Nayuta and Tasuke start to research Magical Girls together.
Shizuka Tokime becomes a Magical Girl to prevent the release of a joint statement at the Trilateral Economic Summit. This wish was designated by Mikoshiba as part of a deal between her and the Japanese elites.
Kanagi Izumi becomes a Magical Girl to learn the reason why everyone hates Daito and meets Yachiyo and Mifuyu shortly after.
Yachiyo and Mifuyu become the leaders of the West.
Kanae, a former delinquent, becomes a Magical Girl to save her friend from a gang. After a fight with Kanagi, she is nursed back to health by Yachiyo and her grandmother, who help her change her lifestyle. Kanae joins Yachiyo and Mifuyu in the villa and Kanagi sends her a Grief Seed as an apology, which she accepts.[22]
Kanagi becomes the leader of the East after many territorial fights between Magical Girls from the East and West of Kamihama.
Later on, all the East veterans died fighting Witches, leaving Kanagi as the most experienced Magical Girl alive of the East.
Yachiyo’s grandmother is hospitalized.
Jun Kazari helps Mikura and Temari find a lost book and uncovers a map leading to Ashita's. There, she overhears the owner having financial issues, which is when Kyubey appears and offers her a contract. Jun wishes to protect Ashita's, which results in the owner discovering her late husband's hidden treasure, a pot of gold coins which allows her to purchase the building.[23]
Mitsune Miwa, a shut-in, meets Jun and, after a series of Witch encounters over a few days, the two become friends. Jun encourages her not to rely on magic and has to move away a few days afterwards.[24]
While fighting alongside Yachiyo and Mifuyu, Kanae dies in order to defeat Oshiti, revealing the truth about Soul Gems to them.
Tasuke interviews Yachiyo and Mifuyu.
Momoko joins Yachiyo and Mifuyu's team.
Mikoto Sena becomes a Magical Girl to have her abusive father leave her and her mother.
Hanna Sarasa ends up in an orphanage after her abusive parents died. She gets bullied after attempting to stand up for another bullying victim, so she becomes a Magical Girl to erase her bullies from existence, which now included the girl she tried to defend. While fighting Familiars, she meets Mikoto and the two form a partnership. Later, they meet other Magical Girls, including Kanagi, but Hanna copies Mikoto's magic and makes her forget about them.[25]
Asuka Tatsuki becomes a Magical Girl to have her cousin become a police officer.
On the same day that Mitama makes her wish, Mikoto becomes the Mirror Witch in front of Hanna. Due to her new transplant magic, before turning into a Witch Mikoto transplants her consciousness into Hanna's mind, but doesn't initially awaken. Hanna is devastated from the truth about Witches. She decides to rebel against the Magical Girl system, controlling Witches and spreading ruin in Kamihama.[25]
Likely during this time, Yumeno Yusa, or Yu, attempts a lover's suicide with Kei Seto by jumping off a cliff while strangling each other. Kei dies but Yu herself manages to live. Yu goes back to school, though depressed by Kei's death, while Kei's spirit gets tangled with that of a Witch. Yu's approached by Kyubey and makes the wish to become so crazy, she forgets who she is.
1 Year Ago
Sunao becomes a magical girl and starts working as an assassin for the Mikoshiba due to threats from her to kill her parents.
Rena becomes a magical girl and becomes friends with Momoko.
Kaede becomes a magical girl and becomes friends with Momoko and Rena.
Tsuruno becomes a magical girl and gains infamy for dueling magical girls until she’s beaten by Yachiyo and joins her team. Yachiyo also meets Rena and Kaede.
Sakuya becomes a magical girl and shortly after joins Ryuugasaki, meeting her best friend.
Kuroe becomes a magical girl and starts dating her boyfriend, leaving aside witches in her territory.
<1 Year Ago
Kazumi, Umika Misaki, and Kaoru Maki chase a Witch from their home city of Asunaro into Kamihama City. Inside the Witch's Labyrinth, a mysterious magical force ambushes them. The attack knocks Kaoru unconscious and scatters all three girls to different locations across Kamihama. Kaoru and Umika eventually find each other, but Kazumi remains missing.
Kazumi awakens on a park bench with complete amnesia, remembering only her name. Her only guides are a persistent hunger and a tingling sensation in her distinctive hair coil. Tsuruno finds her and, after a misunderstanding, takes the hungry Kazumi to her family's restaurant, Banbanzai. Kazumi finds the food deeply comforting, though she recalls nothing else.
Umika and Kaoru search for Kazumi but find Kamihama's vastness and strange magic overwhelming. Umika's information-gathering magic fails, and they are attacked by a fast-moving copy of Kazumi and are nearly overwhelmed. As they prepare for a desperate last stand, Tsuruno arrives and intervenes, driving the creature away.
Kazumi, still following her hair's tingling, meets Himika and Kanoko in a forest. When a Witch's Labyrinth appears, Kazumi witnesses them transform, which she mistakes for "instant cosplay." After Himika defeats the Witch, she takes Kazumi home for a mushroom hotpot meal. During dinner, Kazumi has a flashback of cooking beef stroganoff for Umika and Kaoru, and Kanoko, recognizing a phrase from novelist Umika Misaki, breaks down in tears. Kanoko directs Kazumi to a consultation office that might help her.
Tsuruno takes Umika and Kaoru to the same consultation office, run by Emiri and Ria. They explain that their pursuer is a doppelganger of their friend. The Rumor Kazumi attacks the office, and the group is forced to flee to Mitama's office, where Yachiyo awaits them.
Meanwhile, Kazumi arrives at the consultation office and meets Emiri and Sasara. She helps them rescue Asuka from a Witch, and during this battle, Kazumi hears an encouraging "echo" from within herself, which causes her earring to glow and allows her to transform into a Magical Girl for the first time, using her signature attack, "Limiti Esterni." After the rescue, Kazumi learns her friends are in Kamihama and decides to head to Mitama's office to find them. As she gets closer, she becomes trapped on a looping street, and her hair coil tingles with a warning.
Yachiyo reveals the full nature of the threat: Kazumi was captured by a Rumor that creates a doppelganger, which scatters the victim's psyche into fragments and seeks to replace the original. Yachiyo found the real Kazumi in a magically-induced sleep and brought her to Mitama. She proposes a plan to defeat the doppelganger and reassemble Kazumi's mind.
Using Mitama's magic to link their Soul Gems, the group projects a call into Kazumi's subconscious. Umika and Kaoru use the familiar memory of their shared meals and the smell of food as a beacon to guide her. Kazumi, lost in a dream world, follows the scent and awakens, finally reunited with her friends.
The restored Kazumi, together with Umika, Kaoru, Yachiyo, Tsuruno, and the others, confronts the Rumor doppelganger. Kazumi defeats it with her Limiti Esterni, reclaiming her scattered memories and psyche.
With the Rumor destroyed and Kazumi fully healed, her, Umika, and Kaoru prepare to return to Asunaro. They express deep gratitude to the Kamihama Magical Girls for their help. Kazumi reflects that the experience reinforced her belief that she is never alone as long as she has her friends.
In the Mitakihara suburbs, Mami Tomoe fights a Witch and Kyoko Sakura arrives and assists in the battle. They note the strange decline in Witch populations in their respective territories of Mitakihara and Kazamino and Kyoko states she will share any information she finds.
Over the next several days, Mami investigates cities outside Mitakihara and Kazamino and she finds the Witch populations have declined in those areas as well. Kyubey confirms this is a widespread trend reported by other Magical Girls, though it has not verified every city.
Several days later, Mami travels to Kamihama City and she immediately finds a powerful Witch, confirming that the city is an exception to the decline. She also detects strange, non-Witch magical traces throughout the city, but due to the late hour, Mami ends her investigation for the day but resolves to uncover the secrets of Kamihama.
Iroha Tamaki lives a disconnected life in Takarazaki City, where she feels like an outsider among her classmates and only feels at ease with her family. However, a persistent feeling that her family is incomplete gnaws at her. She takes a train to Kamihama City to investigate the recurring dreams of a girl in a hospital and the strange emptiness she feels at home.
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