Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne

Maron Kusakabe appears to be a sunny, scatterbrained high school girl but she hides a powerful secret: she is the reincarnation of Joan of Arc. With her small angel ally Finn fish, she targets demons that hide inside art and possess vulnerable people, sealing them to keep the world safe. Each time she seals a demon, the piece of art vanishes, leaving store clerks, classmates, and even Tokyo police puzzled by the sudden disappearance of famous works. Miyako, her best friend and the police chief's daughter, grows suspicious that Maron is really just a daring art thief. A new neighbor and a slick rival thief named Sinbad complicate her double life, turning school days into something danger-filled.

Released in 1999 as a TV anime adaptation of Arina Tanemura's Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne manga, the series brings Tanemura's stylish premise to life with Sukehiro Tomita shaping the adaptation and Houko Kuwashima voicing Maron Kusakabe.

Among fans Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne is remembered for its bright visuals and mix of whimsy and mystery. It sits with Arina Tanemura's work as a standout 1990s magical girl title, shaping fan art, cosplay and ongoing discussions about the era.

Critical takes note the show balances romance, humor and action while probing identity and double lives through Maron's struggle to keep secrets while helping others. The tone shifts from whimsical to dramatic without losing wit, appealing to both younger viewers and long time fans.