Stiyl Magnus

Witch-Hunter King

Flame magician affiliated with the Anglican Church's Necessarius. Former partner of Index, characterized by tall slender build and striking red long hair. A genius in rune magic who specializes in flame magic.

Quotes

  • Must humans be enslaved to magic? No, I will destroy that.
  • The flames are proof of my blazing will.
  • Battle is my duty; there is no reason to hesitate.
  • Index is an important presence; I must protect her no matter what.
  • Runes are the characters that weave the world.

Trivia

  • Despite being underage, he smokes a kiseru, earning affection from fans as endearingly mischievous.
  • The spell 'Witch-Hunter King' that creates a flame giant is his signature technique.
  • Initially depicted with a mature appearance, but mentally has teenage adolescent traits.
  • His flames reach a high temperature of approximately 3000 degrees Celsius.
  • Complete analysis of rune characters and creation of new ones is a monumental achievement as a magician.

Alternate names

Stiyl Magnus ステイル Witch-Hunter King

Tags

Anglican Church Magician Flame attribute Necessarius Index associate Magic warrior Genius magician

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Tall slender build approximately 2m in height. Bright red long hair reaching the shoulders. Mature facial features that do not look like those of a teenager.
Height
Approximately 200cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Red
Distinguishing features
  • Long red hair reaching the shoulders
  • Tall slender build
Iconic items
  • Giant-type magic 'Witch-Hunter King' formed from flames
  • Flame sword
  • Kiseru
  • Magic tools engraved with rune characters

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Serious
Detailed personality
Extremely diligent and serious personality, faithfully carries out missions without interjecting personal feelings. Sparse in emotional expression, but has an adolescent-like side with special feelings toward Index. Lacks cooperativeness and often clashes with Kamijou Touma. Cold-blooded and will not hesitate to kill enemies, but has a strong sense of justice at his core.
Keywords
  • Diligent
  • Calm
  • Serious
  • Lacks cooperativeness
  • Strong sense of justice
  • Adolescent-like
Talents
  • Genius in rune magic
  • Mastery of flame attribute magic
  • Practical ability in combat magic
Skills
  • Magic battles using flame giant statue
  • Handling of flame sword
  • Mirage technique using illusions
  • Torture techniques using magic
Motivation
Protect Index, faithfully follow Necessarius's orders, and carry out missions
Habits
Has the bad habit of smoking a kiseru despite being underage. Shows signs of agitation or changes in expression when emotions run high.
Favorite foods
Kiseru, Black tea

History

Backstory
Young flame attribute magician belonging to the Anglican Church's Necessarius. Excelled in rune magic since childhood, achieving complete analysis of the existing 24 runes and creation of 6 new ones by age 14—a genius. As Index's former partner, he is highly regarded for his ability and trustworthiness.
Debut date
circa 2004
Work title
A Certain Magical Index
Media type
Novel

Encounter with Index

Significant event
Encounter with Index
Description
Cooperated as partners and together overcame numerous incidents.

Battles in Academy City

Significant event
Battles in Academy City
Description
In battles using flame magic, encounters and fights multiple times with Kamijou Touma and Kanzaki Kaori.

Intersection of magic and science

Significant event
Intersection of magic and science
Description
As a magician, confronts Academy City's science-side espers multiple times.

Relationships

Index

Former partner

Bond forged by fighting together and overcoming numerous incidents

Kamijou Touma

Rival

Clashes due to differences in ideals and emotions, yet cooperates multiple times

Kanzaki Kaori

Ally

As fellow Anglican Church magicians, both opposes and cooperates

Anglican Church

Anglican Church: unknown

Necessarius

Necessarius: unknown

Media appearances

A Certain Magical Index

Novel / Protagonist

Serialization started in 2004

A Certain Magical Index

Anime / Supporting

TV series started in 2008

A Certain Magical Index

Manga / Supporting

A Certain Magical Index series games

Game / Supporting

Voice cast and creators

Kishō Taniyama

Voice actor
Kishō Taniyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Kishō Taniyama

Voice actor
Kishō Taniyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Drama CD version

Kazuma Kamachi

Creator name
Kazuma Kamachi
Role
Original author

Kiyotaka Haimura

Creator name
Kiyotaka Haimura
Role
Character designer

Dengeki Bunko

Creator name
Dengeki Bunko
Role
Publisher

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