Kaze no Stigma is a story about the heir of the legendary Kannagi's, who are well known throughout the world for being the most powerful fire-type mages in the world, due to their ancestor becoming a contractor one of the great 4 spirits, obviously the one of fire. However, Kazuma Kannagi lacks the ability for fire-type magic. His father expels him from the family, telling him to never return.
4 Years later, Kazuma returns as one of the most powerful wind mages to ever roam the land. I can't go much deeper without spoilers, but the plot is extremely well done.
Story 10/10: If you read the above, you probably think you can see what's going to happen in the anime. However, there are many greater in-depth stories within the story, including what happened within the last 4 years that drove Kazuma to become the badass he is. Definitively a strong point in the anime.
Art 7/10: The art isnt horrible. However, there is one picture that constantly shows up every episode after the "commercial" that I absolutely hate, as it's shown every time one of the main characters pulls out her sword. Otherwise, the anime is very well drawn.
Sound 8/10: The op for this anime never changes throughout the entire run, which is disappointing since it is a 24 episode anime. However, the sound effects are well done, and the music in the anime itself accompanies whats going on very well.
Character 9/10: Some major character development, but only for about 2 characters, and maybe even 3. The growth that goes on in the anime is outstanding, and the characters end up completely changed at the end of the anime.
Enjoyment 8/10: Maybe it was because I was watching it at 2 am, but the anime doesn't really stick to me, except toward the end, where Kazuma's missing years are explained (kinda). However, it kept me watching until the very end, which is a plus, considering I drop a lot of anime within a few days.
Overall 8/10: Overall it's decently well done, but a few shortcomings bring it down to an 8. However, if you enjoy strong main protagonists and requited love, then this is a great anime for you.
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