Chiyu Mahou no Machigatta Tsukaikata (The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic) is one of those shows that feels like it's just checking boxes on the "generic isekai" list.
The premise initially seems interesting. With a title like this, I expected some creative or subversive use of healing magic-maybe something like a combat medic turning into a powerhouse. Unfortunately, that's not what we get. The show plays it very safe and ends up being dry and forgettable.
The animation is average-nothing terrible, but nothing noteworthy either. The soundtrack is sparse and largely unremarkable, though the OP and ED are decent. The pacing is serviceable, and that's about the best I can say for it.
The biggest issue is the writing. The plot becomes increasingly detached from the protagonist as it progresses. The main character, Ken Usato, barely takes any initiative or makes meaningful decisions. The story throws around a lot of dialogue-mostly exposition or worldbuilding-but without tension, emotion, or urgency. There's a looming demon lord threat, but it never feels relevant or impactful.
The characters are another weak point. Usato is your typical bland and overly nice isekai MC. Suzune starts off with potential but quickly devolves into a shallow anime trope. Her attempts at humor mostly result in cringe. Kazuki is the only character who shows a bit of spine-he actually questions the king for summoning them without consent, which was a rare and appreciated moment of realism.
Then there's Rose, the "tough love" mentor figure. She's supposed to be funny and strong, but she comes off more annoying than anything else. Constantly beating up the MC under the guise of training isn't entertaining-it feels like a tired trope with zero nuance.
The show also leans heavily into forced comedy, often sacrificing story, pacing, and character development in the process. It tries to be like Konosuba, but without the charm, cleverness, or writing skill to pull it off. The humor feels forced and rarely lands.
In the end, this is a forgettable, uninspired isekai that tries to coast on generic comedy and weak character dynamics. It's not offensively bad, but it's certainly not good either.
Pros:
Decent OP/ED
Rare moment of realism from one side character
Cons:
Flat characters
Weak and predictable plot
Forced, unfunny comedy
No emotional stakes
Generic animation and dialogue-heavy pacing
Verdict: Only for hardcore isekai fans who don't mind shutting their brain off. Everyone else can skip it.
