Saint Tail

Saint Tail follows Meimi Haneoka, a bright junior high student who moonlights as Saint Tail, a masked phantom thief who uses magical tricks to right wrongs. By night she becomes the town's enigmatic helper, a figure of charm and daring capers that mix thrill with humor. At school she juggles friends and ordinary life, with Mimori Seira, Daiki Asuka, Manato Sawatari, and Ryouko occasionally in on her secret or chasing clues that test loyalty. The story began as Megumi Tachikawa's twenty four part manga and was adapted into a forty three episode TV series by Tokyo Movie Shinsha, airing on ABC in Fall 1995. A subtle love triangle adds mild romantic tension.

Produced by Tokyo Movie Shinsha, Saint Tail is based on Megumi Tachikawa's manga. The TV adaptation comprises 43 episodes and a short, and it aired on ABC during Fall 1995, gaining a following, and it was well received by audiences.

Saint Tail left a distinct mark among 1990s magical girl titles with its blend of caper energy and school life. The premise inspired fans and spurred Japan only Sega Saturn and Game Gear titles, now sought as collectors items by followers, and it still sparks fan art and discussion globally.

Critics and fans admired its breezy mix of humor, mystery, and heart. The show treats identity and friendship with warmth while letting Saint Tail wrestle with when stealing can help others and when it crosses a line, all set against city streets and school corridors.

Animation duties are handled by Tokyo Movie Shinsha, adapting Megumi Tachikawa's manga for television. The voice cast includes Tomo Sakurai, Kikuko Inoue, Kousuke Okano, Kazuhiko Inoue and Akio Otsuka bringing Meimi and friends to life across 43 episodes and a bonus short, with dynamic transformations and bright color palettes.