Synopsis of episode 12 of the anime "Atelier of Witch Hat"

Episode 12, "The Shadow of Lomonon," of the TV anime "Atelier of Witch Hat," based on the manga by Kamome Shirahama, will air on TOKYO MX and other channels starting June 22nd.

Agate and Riche, joined by Yuini, a wizard's apprentice from another atelier, are to take the second test: the knight's loyalty test. However, while Agate is eager to pass as quickly as possible, Riche seems unenthusiastic. Following the instructions of the test supervisor, Alaila, the three proceed along the path through the Serpent's Back Cave, making sure not to let their identities be discovered by the sea beast bird (Melphon) they are protecting.

"Atelier of Witch Hat" tells the story of Coco, a girl from a small village who longed to be a wizard but had given up on her dream. One day, she witnesses a wizard named Kieffrey using magic when he visits her village, and learns a big secret... The manga began serialization in "Monthly Morning Two" (Kodansha) in 2016, and the cumulative circulation of the comic books exceeds 7.5 million copies. The anime is directed by Ayumu Watanabe, known for "Children of the Sea" and "Nikuko-chan of the Fishing Port," and produced by BUG FILMS, known for "Zom 100: 100 Things I Want to Do Before I Become a Zombie" and "Summer Time Rendering."