Mashle: Magic and Muscles

In the enchanting realm where magic is the norm, individuals with magical talent are identified by a unique mark on their face. Those who cannot wield magic are eliminated to preserve the purity of the magical community. Away from society, in a secluded forest, lives Mash Burnedead, a young man who exhibits extraordinary physical strength but possesses no magical powers. He spends his days performing feats of strength, balancing both weightlifting and indulging in sweets, all while living a quiet life with his father.

Mash’s tranquil existence is shattered when the authorities uncover his inability to perform magic. Faced with a dire choice, he must either strive to become a Divine Visionary—an esteemed title that would shield him from persecution—or face relentless oppression. To safeguard his father and their life together, Mash enrolls in the elite Easton Magic Academy, a school reserved for the most talented magicians. Despite his lack of magic, Mash is determined to outperform his magically endowed peers using nothing but his physical prowess.

[Adapted from MAL]