The "grimoire fantasy" series follows a witch named Zero who is ignorant of the world and a half-beast half-human mercenary who longs to be human. Witches who practice sorcery exist in the world, however, in this era no one knows how about the art and study of witchcraft. Zero is going on a journey to search for a magical tome called "The Book of Zero" that hides a power that can destroy the world. The mercenary travels with her as her guard.
Episodes
12
Aired
Spring 2017
Score
6.8
Popularity
#1009
WitchMagicKemonomimiAnthropomorphismWarTsundereSwordplayFemale Protagonist
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