The search for a modern fantasy series capable of capturing the same sense of wonder, structure, and emotional pull as Harry Potter has gone on for years. While countless anime and manga have attempted to recreate that magic, few have managed to balance familiarity with originality. Now, Wistoria: Wand and Sword is quietly stepping into that space, and doing so in a way few fans predicted, per an exclusive interview with Fujino Ōmori and Toshi Aoi.