#minataka

Ichi is so lucky having two of the coolest people being his mentors. Minataka really was a highlight this chapter. Even though he hasn't seen Ichi in so long, he still remembers his habits and knows to look out for them. Ichi's response to bloodlust is a powerful weapon, but it's also a detriment since he can't control it. I want Ichi and Minataka to have a training arc where Ichi learns to control that impulse, hone that natural weapon he has. I think that would be very cool.

Also, Minataka's "Sacred Pillar" looks so interesting. Looks like it emits some smoke or mist from two holes. The paisley pattern on it also reminds me of the clothes Minerva and Chronoweaver wore, I wonder if there's any connection there?

Tensions between the Witch's Association and the Magikeepers is pretty high, but Ichi is just living his best life right now 😅 He and Higarashi seem to get along great! I'm so happy to see that, Ichi making friends is always a joy.

Chun seems pretty set in his ways, but I'm wondering if Ichi can change his mind or reform the way the organizations work together. For now: I dislike Chun, not sure about the dark skinned guy, and I like Higarashi and Boxster well enough.

ALSO I COULDN'T BELIEVE MY EYES!!! I barely saw the title of the chapter, and I felt sus when they wouldn't show us the face of that third magikeeper, his hair is strangely familiar. Then Ichi's senses tingled and I knew! I knew it had to be Minataka!!!

He was introduced all the way back in chapter 10, but I knew he had to come back. He made a big impact on Ichi, and it's his fish-filleting method that helped Ichi capture Hisame.