“Magician Kaito inherits phantom thief legacy, hunting mythical gems through spectacular heists while balancing dual life.”
Magic Kaito
まじっく快斗
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Synopsis
Magician Kaito inherits phantom thief legacy, hunting mythical gems through spectacular heists while balancing dual life.
Kaito Kuroba is a charismatic high school student with a talent for magic tricks and illusions. His ordinary life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers that his father, who has been frequently absent, harbored a remarkable secret identity. Following this revelation, Kaito finds himself drawn into a world of mystery and intrigue, inheriting a legacy that thrusts him into the role of a legendary phantom thief. Now operating under an enigmatic alias, Kaito uses his exceptional skills in magic and disguise to pursue a collection of rare and extraordinary gems. Each heist presents unique challenges as he outwits security systems and stays one step ahead of law enforcement, all while searching for a particular legendary stone tied to ancient myths and celestial phenomena. His adventures blend spectacular thefts with clever detective work, as he follows cryptic clues that span across priceless artifacts with mysterious histories. The story follows Kaito's dual life as he balances his responsibilities as a regular student with his nocturnal activities, using his wit, charm, and magical prowess to navigate a world where nothing is quite as it seems.
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Running avg · Jun 2009 → Jul 2025
- 7 “The adventures of Kaito Kid will mainly hold the interest of Detective Conan fans. It tells the story of who Kid really is behind the monocule. It explains his motives for stealing and makes Kid...”
- 8 “The adventures of Kaito Kid, or simply Kaito Kid or Magic Kaito, began before DC - which contrasts with the author's own art, which only approaches the most current art in recent chapters - but, if...”
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A Manga Publication
- Published May 1987 – ongoing
- Source Manga media type
- Ref. BS-M1620 catalog