Witch Watch, the manga and anime series by Kenta Shinohara, continues to blend humor, slice-of-life elements, and supernatural excitement. Episode 10, which aired on June 8, 2025, maintains this balance while introducing new characters and a looming threat.
A Wild Student Council Appears!
Episode 10 presents a new student council, each member embodying an anime trope. Nico’s growing popularity at school, stemming from her magical assistance to classmates, draws the attention of the student council, who are not pleased. They attempt to forbid Nico from using magic at school, deeming it potentially dangerous.
Here’s a rundown of the student council members:
- President Kiyomiya Tenryu: He’s always wearing a military uniform and striking a pose reminiscent of sci-fi anime.
- Vice President Ibu Ibara: A seductive older sister type who throws roses.
- Vice President Kenmochi Yuzuru: A Kansai-style man with narrow eyes who seems like he may betray others.
- Secretaries: Twin sisters, one a Western-style lolita tsundere, the other a Japanese-style horror kuudere.
- Treasurer: A genius hacker who resembles an elementary school student.
- PR Officer: A beast-like, massive, muscular man.
- General Affairs Officer: A knife-licking psychopath.
- Mysterious Robot: Also works in the general affairs department.
Morihito finds the student council annoying but recognizes Tenryu’s diligence and sense of responsibility. The president wants Morihito to join the student council and challenges him, but Morihito refuses and runs away.
Nemu’s Discovery and a Looming Threat
Nemu, Nico’s witch rival, continues to stalk Morihito. While in her cat form, Nico spills juice on her, leading to a bath given by Morihito. After leaving, she stumbles upon a mysterious pair in the woods plotting something involving Nico. One of them claims to be a warlock. This spooks Nemu, so she decides to warn Nico and the others. This is a major turning point, setting the stage for a serious challenge for Nico. It appears a warlock is coming for Nico, and this is the challenge Nico has been overdue to face.
Meta-Humor and Pop Culture
Witch Watch episode 10 incorporates references to Hunter x Hunter and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
Nico’s Character Development
The episode also balances comedy with character development. The student council members, despite being anime tropes, have personalities. The episode also showcases Morihito’s protective nature toward Nico.
Final Thoughts
Witch Watch episode 10 successfully blends comedy, character development, and plot progression. The episode introduces a shadowy warlock intent on killing Nico Wakatsuki, and only her magical girl rival can warn her in time.
