Since his father’s disappearance years ago, Itsuki Iba has inherited Astral, his father’s company, which dispatches magicians to those in need. However, there’s just one problem: Itsuki has a shallow understanding of magic, and is defenseless against magical creatures. However, if Itsuki removes his eyepatch, his other eye will allow him to see through enemy’s movements. The series then continues on how Itsuki has to deal with his company, his eye, and the various situations resulting from contracts his company receives.
Rental Magica is part fantasy, part romance, and part comedy. Although it doesn’t quite fulfill the role of any of those genres, it ends up being a somewhat satisfying balance of the three.
The artwork of the series is good. The characters are detailed, as are the battle scenes and demons.
Rental Magica’s soundtrack does a great job of fortifying the atmosphere of each scene. From the tension of the battles, to the comedic fighting between characters, the soundtrack successfully enhances each and every moment.
The only gripe I had about this series is the way the ending played out. Although satisfying, the ending leaves quite a few mysteries unsolved, as if it was waiting for a non-existent second season. Mikan is also played by Kugimiya Rie, but this time around she’s more tolerable since she’s playing more of a supporting role.