"The Ancient Magus' Bride" is a fantasy manga and anime series created by Kore Yamazaki. It follows the story of Chise Hatori, a young girl who, after a troubled childhood, is sold at an auction to a mysterious being known as Elias Ainsworth. Elias is a magus with a skull-like head, and he takes Chise to his home, where she learns about magic and the supernatural world. As Chise begins to discover her own magical abilities, she also grapples with her past traumas and the complexities of her new life. The series explores themes of belonging, love, and the bond between humans and magical beings, set against a richly detailed fantasy backdrop.