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Management of a Novice Alchemist is a relaxing and likable fantasy slice of life about a girl who opens up a shop in a remote village in the middle of nowhere, finally meets some friends, and deals with a few not-too-dramatic problems. The pace is almost too calm, nothing major happens, and when it does, it's presented and resolved in such a way that it feels as if nothing important has happened. The same goes for the characters. They're quite nice but far from complex or interesting. Nothing really makes them memorable, which is the problem with the whole series. It's quite watchable, the animation is nice, and the score is okay too, but it’s nothing to write home about and it’s very likely that you won't remember Sarasa and co in a week. It’s a passable show without too much drama (you don't worry about anyone or anything), not a very interesting or complex plot, not exceedingly original - just an OK series that won’t offend anyone, but I can’t say I’m very pleased with it... 5.5/10 (19.12.2022)