Madoka Magica and the History of Magical Girls

calendar_today Fri 10:00 AM - Fri 11:30 AM

location_on Prog Panels - 3AB

Madoka Magica is hailed as a subversive masterpiece in the magical girl subgenre, but what makes a magical girl? In this panel, we will explore the history of maho shoujo from its humble origins to powerhouses that helped shape the tropes and themes we know today and how these core concepts tie back into the feminine strength of Madoka Magica.