"Brothers and Cousins"?! Mahoyaku's New "Sonatine" Event Featuring Oz and Nero Sparks Frenzy Among Sages!

A new event titled "Sonatine" for the popular app game "Mahoutsukai no Yakusoku" (The Wizard's Promise) has been announced, causing a significant stir on social media. The excitement and anticipation among Sages (players) have reached a fever pitch, especially with the revelation that the featured characters for this event are Oz and Nero.

The official X (formerly Twitter) account for "Mahoutsukai no Yakusoku" unveiled the synopsis for the Sonatine event: "A formidable wizard and a wizard who knows fear. The two will portray a false relationship of 'brothers and cousins'...". Alongside this, a partial preview of the SSR cards available in the gacha was also released. Fans reacted with surprise to this novel premise, with comments like "'Brothers and cousins' - what kind of relationship is that, truly?" and "This feels as outlandish as the previous 'humans as pets' storyline!"

Particular attention is being paid to mentions of Nero's reaction. The pairing of Oz and Nero prompted a flurry of humorous posts expressing (mock) concern for Nero's well-being, such as "I'm worried about Nero's stomach, is he going to be okay?" and "Sonatine of the Stomach Ache." Meanwhile, many fans genuinely expressed their delight at the event announcement, exclaiming, "Yay!! It's Oz and Nero's Sonatine!!!"

Furthermore, this announcement has heightened expectations for future "Sonatine" series events. Many Sages are hoping for "Sonatine" events featuring characters who haven't yet been featured, asking questions like, "Does this mean Sonatine will continue next year...?" and "Is the next Sonatine going to be Sage and Shino's Sonatine?"

On the other hand, while expressing enthusiasm for the event gacha, not a few Sages are also concerned about managing their in-game currency (stones) for upcoming events. Comments like, "I was happy about Sonatine, but then I remembered Valentine's Nero and White Day Boss are coming up..." reflect this dilemma. The sentiment, "Sonatine's artwork is so good, it's terrifying..." reveals a complex mix of anticipation for beautiful card illustrations and the accompanying financial (in-game) anxiety.

The "Sonatine" series has consistently captivated many Sages as events that deepen the bonds between two wizards. All eyes are now on future updates to see how the story of Oz and Nero unfolds and what new facets of their characters will be revealed.

The context

"Mahoutsukai no Yakusoku" (often abbreviated as "Mahoyaku") is a popular Japanese mobile game where players take on the role of the "Sage" (賢者, Kenja), a human from another world summoned to a magical world to guide 21 wizards. These wizards are divided into five factions (Central, North, East, West, and South) and must work together to fight against a giant entity called the "Great Calamity" that appears once a year. The game is known for its rich story, unique character interactions, and beautiful artwork. "Sonatine" is a recurring event series within Mahoyaku that focuses on the relationships and backstories of a specific pair of wizards, often exploring their bonds and conflicts in depth. The featured characters Oz and Nero are both prominent wizards in the game; Oz is the most powerful wizard in the North, known for his stoic demeanor, while Nero is a former bandit from the West with a more laid-back but often troubled personality, frequently depicted as being caught up in the powerful wizards' antics.