Mashie magic and muscles

Director: Tomoya Tanaka

Writer: Yōsuke Kuroda

Studio: A-1 Pictures

Number of Seasons: 2

Season 1: 12 episodes (April 8, 2023 – July 1, 2023)

Season 2: 12 episodes (January 6, 2024 – March 30, 2024)

Total Episodes: 24

Episode Runtime: Approximately 23 minutes per episode

Main Cast:

Mash Burnedead: Voiced by Chiaki Kobayashi

Finn Ames: Voiced by Reiji Kawashima

Lance Crown: Voiced by Kaito Ishikawa

Dot Barrett: Voiced by Takuya Eguchi

Lemon Irvine: Voiced by Reina Ueda

Streaming Availability:

As of March 2025, “Mashle: Magic and Muscles” is available for streaming on Netflix. Viewers can access both seasons, totaling 24 episodes. 

Overall Series Rating: 7.5/10

The series offers a refreshing take on the magical academy trope by introducing a protagonist who challenges societal norms through sheer physical prowess. While the humor and action sequences are commendable, some episodes exhibit repetitive themes. However, the show’s unique blend of parody and traditional shonen elements makes it an enjoyable watch.

“Mashle: Magic and Muscles” is an anime series that blends comedy, action, and fantasy, offering a unique twist on the magical academy genre. The series is set in a world where magic determines one’s status, but its protagonist, Mash Burnedead, possesses no magical abilities. Instead, he relies on his extraordinary physical strength to navigate challenges and aspire to become a Divine Visionary.

Season 1:

1. Mash Burnedead and the Body of the Gods

Rating: 8/10

Introduces Mash and his non-magical background. The episode sets the comedic tone, highlighting Mash’s obliviousness to societal norms. 

2. Mash Burnedead and the Mysterious Maze

Rating: 7.5/10

Mash faces the academy’s entrance exam, showcasing his unconventional problem-solving methods and physical strength.