Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising – What Shocking Twists Await Fans in 2025?

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Summary

  • The new Madoka Magica movie, Walpurgisnacht: Rising, suggests an unstable reality created by Homura.
  • The title hints at Walpurgisnacht’s return, related to Homura and her corrupted Soul Gem.
  • The movie may explore the true identity of Walpurgis and the possibility of hope for Madoka and Homura.

In 2021, fans of Madoka Magica were given confirmation that a new film was being made, marking the long-awaited sequel to Madoka Magica the Movie: Rebellion, which was released in 2013. Now, it’s been almost four years since then, but the latest installment, titled Madoka Magica the Movie: Walpurgisnacht: Rising, is scheduled for release in 2025.

Although no international release date has been confirmed yet, even for Japan, Aniplex USA (a subsidiary of Sony) has been sharing trailers with English subtitles, suggesting they may plan to release the movie in the US. The official website describes it as “the start of a new chapter,” hinting at potential future movies or another TV series. However, specific details about this movie are yet to be revealed.

Homura Rewrote the Universe, But It Seems Unstable

At the culmination of Rebellion, Homura alters the universe so that Madoka lives a typical human existence and it appears that the principal magical girls are leading contented lives. This could be seen as evidence that she truly values them, contradicting the beliefs of many fans who thought otherwise.

Nonetheless, it appears that Homura’s freshly created world may not endure for long, as Rebellion suggests this in its closing scenes and in the aftermath of the credits – a fact that many viewers dislike about the film’s conclusion.

How Could Walpurgisnatch Be Back?

What’s most captivating about the film thus far is its “Walpurgisnacht: Rising“. In Japanese, it’s called “Walpurgis no Kaiten“, which carries a similar meaning. Walpurgis is the primary villain in the series and the most powerful witch we encounter in action throughout the narrative. While Homura and Madoka do transform into witches, their actions in the series might not clearly indicate which one is stronger than Walpurgis, as this could be subject to debate.

Although Madoka wished for magical girls to retain their last hope before they perish, thus eliminating witches in the revised universe, it appears that this aspect has remained unchanged even after Homura rewrote the universe a second time. This may be because Homura lacks the ability or desire to modify such a fundamental part of Madoka’s wish.

In the initial poster, post-Rebellion Homura appears to be touching a shattered mirror, revealing Madoka and Walpurgis. A subsequent poster depicts two Homuras; one represents the post-TV series Homura (with a red ribbon in her hair) and the other symbolizes the post-Rebellion Homura. There’s also a peculiar phone that seems to be linked to Homura’s corrupted Soul Gem, hinting at a possible connection between Walpurgis’ return and Homura, as well as suggesting an association between the original and new dimensions.

Could We Discover Walpurgis’ True Identity?

In the television series, Walpurgis is initially presented as the primary adversary, although it’s Kyubey who truly plays the role of the main antagonist. Walpurgis is characterized as the most powerful witch ever known, and interestingly, she appears to be a composite of numerous witches, almost as if she assimilates them.

In summary, at the end of the TV series, Madoka transforms into a being who prevents magical girls from becoming witches, making her somewhat opposite to Walpurgis. This relationship could be likened to philosophical terms: Walpurgis might represent the thesis, Madoka, as a representation of the Law of Cycles, is the antithesis. It’s possible that Homura, in whatever state she has reached, serves as the synthesis, combining elements from both the thesis and the antithesis.

In essence, Walpurgis could be likened to Madoka, for Madoka embodies all the magical girls within her following her transformation into the Law of Cycles. Yet, it’s worth noting that Walpurgis is portrayed in official sources as “the one who perpetually spins”, a theme reminiscent of Homura from the TV series, who repeatedly travels back in time without ultimately achieving her primary goal.

In the revised universe, it appears that Homura’s Soul Gem remains tainted, and there is ongoing uncertainty about how the Law of Cycles functions here. This could mean that Walpurgis’ reappearance might be connected to a ripple effect from Homura’s influence on Madoka’s wish, potentially leading to complex consequences for Homura’s psychological state.

Is There Any Room for Hope?

The anime series “Madoka” often twists expectations, and so far, it has presented stories with a mix of sweetness and sadness in their conclusions. Yet, if these endings aren’t the ultimate conclusion of the story, there remains a glimmer of possibility that Madoka and Homura could jointly overcome the Incubators and liberate the magical girls. However, it is also important to remember that there’s a strong likelihood that one or both of them may sacrifice themselves in this endeavor.

In Winter 2025, the new anime series titled “Madoka Magica Walpurgisnacht: Rising” will debut in Japan, however, there’s no official announcement yet about its global release.

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2025-02-01 20:09