魔法先生ネギま! [Mahou Sensei Negima!]

Series · 36

books · 2001-2012

By Ken Akamatsu

Books in series

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 1

2003

DON’T TOUCH THAT WAND! Ten-year-old prodigy Negi Springfield, has just graduated from magic academy. He dreams of becoming a master wizard. Instead he’s sent to Japan to teach English . . . at an all-girls high school! All the students are delighted with their cute new teacher—except for Asuna, who resents Negi for replacing the teacher she secretly has a crush on. Although he is forbidden to display his magical powers, sometimes Negi can’t resist. And when Asuna discovers Negi’s secret, she vows to make his life as difficult as possible—just the thing to prepare Negi for the challenges of life as a master wizard! Includes special extras after the story!

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 2

2003

KNOWLEDGE CAN BE DANGEROUS! For ten-year-old teacher Negi Springfield and his all-girl class, it’s time for final exams! If his students manage not to end up with the lowest scores in school, the principal has promised to make Negi an official teacher. To prepare for the tests, the class takes a trip to the school’s Library Island. But this is no quiet place of study . . . stone golems, traps, and secret passageways are the norm throughout the enormous library building. With all of these distractions, can Negi’s class hope to climb out of the cellar–both academically and literally? Includes special extras after the story!

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 3

2003

BLOOD FEUD WITH A VAMPIRE There is a vampire stalking the night! Normally ten-year-old teacher/magician Negi Springfield would have no problem dispatching such a villain, but this vampire has a magic-enhancing partner–and worse, the vampire is a student in his own class! Now he must find a partner of his own, but with a class full of beautiful girls all vying for the position, it won’t be an easy task. Add in Negi’s old friend, a skirt-chasing, wisecracking weasel from Wales, and the nice orderly chaos of Negi’s life turns into a hilarious melee of sirens and sorcery!

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 4

2004

A FIELD TRIP INTO PERIL Ten-year-old teacher/magician Negi Springfield is looking forward to taking his class of beautiful girls to the historic cities of Kyoto and Nara–but there’s a catch! Negi’s student, Konoka, is a kidnap target of feuding magicians in those very cities. Her grandfather, the school principal, orders Negi to protect Konoka–while keeping the fact that she’s in danger a secret from the unsuspecting girl. To add to Negi’s headaches, his sword-wielding student, Setsuna, may be a spy for the kidnappers. With so much on his mind, how is a young magician to see the sights, care for a sarcastic stoat, and stay in the good graces of his hot-tempered magical partner Asuna?

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 5

2004

A KISS IS NOT JUST A KISS When ten-year-old prodigy Negi Springfield graduated from university with a degree in magic, he never imagined he would soon be teaching English to a bevy of gorgeous high school girls. Now Negi’s old friend Chamo, a lecherous weasel from Wales, and student Asakura have arranged a competition among the girls to see which of the lovely students will be the first to kiss the teacher! Sure, a kiss will strengthen Negi’s magical abilities, but doesn’t this contest just support Chamo’s voyeuristic proclivities? On the other hand, Negi needs all the help he can get when the magical creatures of western Japan strike back!

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 6

2004

The chaotic class trip continues as Negi Springfield and his thirty-one beautiful female students explore the historic cities of Kyoto and Nara. Negi’s special headache is Konoka, the headmaster’s granddaughter, who turns out to have her own magical abilities! Although she’s not aware of them, others certainly are . . . and Konoka is kidnapped by a group of wizards who plan to corrupt her budding talents. Negi is going to need all the help he can get–even if it comes from a former foe...

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 7

2004

IT'S TRAINING TIME! After their adventures on a school trip to Kyoto, you'd think that Negi and his students would want to rest. But now that they're back at Mahora Academy, relaxation is pretty low on the list! First there are Asuna's dreams, which hint at a deeper relationship between Negi and his father of which she is unaware. Then Negi starts a quest to improve his abilities. To do this, the teacher will need to become a student - and Negi's students will become his teachers. Fei Ku is a master of every martial art imaginable, but can she teach Negi the skill he needs to survive? And there's only one magic user at Mahora Academy with abilities that surpass Negi's own. Dark Evangeline might train him, but only at a price - and does Negi really want to be Evangeline's personal slave?!

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 8

2004

THE WORST KEPT SECRET IN THE WORLD Ten-year-old magical prodigy and girls’ school instructor Negi Springfield has a new secret . . . and some of his more stubborn students are determined to uncover it. Few know that Negi has magical powers. (In fact, he’ll be turned into a weasel if he is officially found out). No wonder Negi is so cautious while taking magic lessons from the so-good-at-being-bad Evangeline. As one of the few students who actually knows about his special abilities, Asuna is the one girl to whom Negi decides to tell yet another secret–one involving Negi’s long-lost father who disappeared years ago. But what connection can there possibly be between the Thousand Master and Asuna?

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 9

2005

MAHORAFEST MADNESS It’s almost time for the legendary MahoraFest–the Mahora Academy Festival–and the whole school is buzzing with anticipation. Class 3-A is preparing a haunted house, even though the class really is haunted. Eva’s robotic servant appears to be malfunctioning, but the mechanical girl might just be feeling human emotions. And she’s not the only one! Asuna sees the upcoming festival as the perfect opportunity to finally confess true love to Takahata-sensei. Unfortunately, Asuna can’t work up the nerve. What’s a girl to do? Why, go out on a practice date with a magically aged Negi, of course!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 10

2005

TIME AGAIN The sprawling, activity-packed, three-day Mahora Academy Festival is underway. Overwhelmed and exhausted by his schedule, Negi falls asleep and almost loses an entire day. But thanks to Chao Lingshen’s amazing, pocket-size invention, Negi suddenly has time to spare! So Negi goes on a date with Nodoka, patrols the dangerous areas surrounding the legendary World Tree, becomes accidentally possessed by strange magic, inspires a heart-to-heart with usually secretive students, and prepares to compete in a martial-arts tournament against opponents who are more formidable than he ever imagined. Will there be anything left to do for days two and three?

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 11

2005

FOUR’S THE CHARM The first lo-o-o-o-o-ng day of the Mahora Academy Festival is finally coming to a close. Of course, Negi needed to repeat the day four times, courtesy of a bit of magic, in order to make it through his to-do list. And thanks to Evangeline’s enchanted resort, Negi has had enough training and rest. But will he have the courage to face fellow magic-teacher Takamichi in the premiere round? It’s time to do what Negi’s father did before him–not only survive the “Budokai” Martial Arts Tournament, but win it!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 12

2004

SECRET, SECRET, WHO DOESN’T HAVE A SECRET? At the Mahora Academy Festival, the Budokai Martial-Arts Tournament is well under way–and it seems that all participants have something to hide. What has awakened inside Asuna during the battle with Setsuna? Everyone remains in the dark about the true identity of the curious “Colonel”–except Evangeline, a vampire who, not surprisingly, loves the dark. But how exactly did she become a bloodsucker? As for Setsuna, how deeply is the conflicted member of the “Bird Tribe” willing to look within herself? Will she be able to defeat her own worst enemy–herself?

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 13

2006

NEGI VS. THE THOUSAND MASTER! As the “Budókai” Martial Arts Tournament draws to a close, Negi finds himself facing one of his own students, Setsuna, in battle. But after the strange disappearance of Takahata-sensei, and an even stranger conversation with the mysterious “” Sanders, can Negi pull it together to emerge victorious? Elsewhere, student Asuna leads a group of rescuers–among them another student of magic–deep into the catacombs beneath Mahora Academy. Who will receive the greater Asuna in the depths below, or Negi facing his long-lost father?

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 14

2006

ALL GROWN UP? Negi Springfield has finally met his father–or at least a hologram of him. Now Negi is more determined than ever to follow in his father’s footsteps. But there is no time for After his mind-blowing performance at the Budōkai Martial Arts Tournament, Negi is at the center of a media storm. On the run from marauding reporters, Negi disguises himself with the help of a potion that turns him into a gorgeous bishōnen. But using magic puts Negi at risk. His sneaky pupil Chisame may finally discover his secret–that Negi is really a powerful wizard!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 15

2006

STUDENT VS. TEACHER! Boy wizard Negi Springfield has met some tough challenges. After all, he’s an English teacher at an all-girls high school. But now he must face one of his own students in battle . . . without relying on his magical powers! Includes special extras after the story! \[Rating \]OTAges 16+

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 16

2006

When ten-year-old wizard Negi Springfield receives his diploma in magic, his first graduate work assignment is teaching English at an all-girl Japanese high school.

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 17

2007

THE ULTIMATE BATTLE Boy wizard and high school teacher Negi is the only one who can stop Chao and her plans for world domination. But Chao–master magician, Martian warrior, and supergenius–may be the most formidable opponent the boy wonder has ever faced. Who will survive their final clash?

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 18

2007

TELL ME A SECRET Now that the Mahora Festival is finally over, everyone’s ready for some peace and quiet. But the school is in an uproar after Misora impersonates a priest . . . and convinces her fellow students to spill their deepest secrets in the confessional. It seems like everyone has a secret–and all of them involve Negi!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 19

2007

WIN OR DIE! It’s summer break–a time when most kids are getting ready for a vacation full of fun and friends. But not Asuna. She’s prepping for the challenge of her life. She’s started a new school club that’s devoted to helping Negi find his father, but before Asuna can embark on this adventure she has to prove her mettle. The a dangerous mission on a snow-covered mountain. Does Asuna have what it takes to survive?

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 20

2007

BLAST FROM THE PAST Asuna and her friends want to give Negi some fun in the sun at the beach before they all set out on a dangerous journey to the Magical World. But then Negi’s childhood friend Anya crashes the party–and all hell breaks loose when her jealousy goes nuclear!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 21

2008

A Fateful EncounterNegi and his students have journeyed to the Magical World in search of Negi€™s father. But a mysterious platinum-haired boy called Fate has other plans for them. Seriously wounded, Negi watches helplessly as his students are teleported to the far corners of this mysterious realm. Negi made a promise to protect his students no matter what. Can he rescue them from certain peril?

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 22

2008

NEW TEACHER To help his students get home from the Magical World, Negi must become a more powerful wizard–and fast. Just when he’s beginning to doubt himself, he meets Rakan, his father’s old friend and rival. Rakan is an awesome wizard, but his teaching methods are a little . . . eccentric. Can he teach Negi to be strong like his father? Includes special extras after the story!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 23

2008

DARKNESS OR LIGHT? The great tournament that will decide the fate of Negi and his friends is fast approaching. Negi has no He must become a great wizard like his father–and soon. For Negi will have to face his powerful nemesis, Fate Averruncus, and make a profound decision, one that will bring him victory or death! Available on DVD from FUNimation Entertainment Includes special extras after the story!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 24

2008

NODOKA IN PERIL The Festival of Ostia is the Magical World’s most amazing event–and includes a major martial arts tournament in which Negi and his friends will be active participants! But a team of professional bounty hunters blocks Nodoka’s way to the event. Can Negi save her, or will they all fall into the hunters’ trap?

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 25

2009

A TRICK OF FATE When the Festival of Ostia begins, Fate Averruncus emerges from hiding to set his evil plans into motion. But first he gives Negi a proposition. If Negi promises not to interfere with Fate’s plot, he will allow Negi and the girls to go home unharmed. Now Negi must choose between his students and an entire world.

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 26

2009

HIS FATHER’S SON After hearing about his father’s heroics, Negi vows to prove himself—by winning the martial arts tournament and freeing his students from slavery. With his teacher’s help, Negi has gotten much stronger, so it should be a piece of cake! What possibly could go wrong? Turns plenty! Available on DVD from FUNimation Entertainment

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 27

2009

INVINCIBLE It’s time for the final match to decide the winner of the Nagi Cup, but Negi must compete against martial arts legend Jack Rakan. Will Negi’s intense training and new trump cards be enough to beat the unbeatable hero?

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 28

2009

Now that the tournament is over, Negi wants to find his missing students and take them home. But first, he’s confronted by a sinister man who claims to know the answers to all of Negi’s questions. He promises to share those answers—but only if Negi will join his cause. Available on DVD from FUNimation Entertainment Includes special extras after the story!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 30

2010

JOIN THE DARK SIDE Now that Negi has learned all about his parents and his village, Goedel invites the boy to join forces with him, promising to help Negi get revenge on those who destroyed his life. Our hero asserts that vengeance was never his goal, but the dark magic inside him claims otherwise.

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 31

2010

10-year-old Negi Springfield has just graduated from a British school for wizards. After meeting with the school headmaster to discuss his graduate work assignment, he finds that he will be moving to Japan—to teach English at an all-girls high school. Under strict instructions not to show his magic powers, Negi finds that he can't resist using them to help others. Of course, despite his good intentions sometimes his magic just makes things even worse!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 32

2001

DARKNESS APPROACHES His battle with Fate looms ever closer, but Negi has more pressing concerns. The darkness has started to consume him, and if he doesn't get it under control, he'll turn into a monster. Before Negi can keep his students safe from Fate, he has to keep them safe from himself. This volume of Negima! includes special extras after the story!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 34

2011

DARKNESS FALLS The battle gets fierce as Negi and his party come up against the leaders of Cosmo Entelekheia. Our hero manages to defeat Dynamis, but in the process he allows the dark magic to almost consume him. As he fights for his humanity, his class must fight Fate for their lives. Includes special extras after the story!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 35

2011

TWO WORLDS COLLIDE The time has come for the long-awaited showdown between Negi Springfield and Fate Averruncus. Negi is prepared to do whatever it takes to knock his own version of sense into Fate. Meanwhile the two worlds have connected, and Mahora Academy must save itself from hordes of demons! Includes special extras after the story!

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 36

2011

NEGI VS. FATE The battle with Fate continues, and neither opponent shows any sign of giving in. Knowing Fate's past, Negi is even more determined to win him over to his side. It comes down to one last clash of spells, but with magic as powerful as theirs, they can't possibly both survive.

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 37

2012

ENEMY TO WOMANKIND The war is over, and all that's left is the save the Magical World from imminent destruction. With the help of Asuna and others in his class, Negi is working to put his plan into effect. Meanwhile, Negi's students are realizing just what a heartbreaker the little boy has become.

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Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 38

2012

THE ETERNAL QUESTION Class 3-A has finally had enough of Negi and his philandering ways! They've devised an elaborate plot for revenge, but everything changes when they discover that their young teacher may actually have some small affection for one special girl. Can Negi escape with his secret intact, or will they make him talk? FINAL VOLUME!

Author

Ken Akamatsu

Author · 87 books

Ken Akamatsu (赤松健, Akamatsu Ken, July 5, 1968 -) is a Japanese mangaka from Tokyo. In his teenage years, Akamatsu failed the entrance exam to Tokyo University, and applied for Film Study instead (it is speculated that this is where he got the idea for Love Hina). Eventually, he became famous as an illustrator featured in Comiket (short for Comic Market, a comic convention bi-annually held in Japan). He used the pen name Awa Mizuno (水野亜和, MIZUNO Awa). Akamatsu, still in college, then proceeded to win the Weekly Shonen Magazine award twice. His "A Kid's Game for One Summer" was awarded the coveted 50th Shonen Magazine Newcomer's Award soon after he graduated. After a big hit with A.I. Love You, he finally made a grand success with his new manga, Love Hina. The series appeared in Weekly Shonen Magazine and has been collected in eleven volumes (with fourteen volumes in total), which have sold over 6 million copies in Japan, and received the Kodansha Manga Award for shōnen in 2001. Akamatsu had added elements of his own life experiences to the story, and this was said to have induced a unique feeling to the manga especially for Western readers, whose lack of familiarity with Japanese culture for the most part added to the effect. The series, published in America in 2002, was especially well received in many overseas countries - Akamatsu was surprised that even foreign readers found Love Hina to be "cute" and to their liking. He is now married to his wife 'Kanon' Akamatsu, who was previously a singer/idol. He is currently working on his latest manga series, Negima!: Magister Negi Magi, which is his longest running manga so far. Like Love Hina, has also been made into an anime series. A second independent retelling of Negima was made called Negima!?. Both series were produced by XEBEC (Negima!? was produced by SHAFT).