The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest (味方が弱すぎて補助魔法に徹していた宮廷魔法師、追放されて最強を目指す) is a Japanese light novel series written by Alto and illustrated by Yuunagi. It was originally posted on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website beginning in October 2020, before beginning publication by Kodansha under their Kodansha Ranobe Books imprint in August 2021; five volumes have been published as of August 2024. A manga adaptation illustrated by Yuki Monji began serialization on Kodansha's Magazine Pocket service in July 2021, and has been compiled into nineteen volumes as of March 2026. An anime television series adaptation produced by Gekkou aired from October to December 2025.
Plot
Once a loyal court magician supporting the crown prince from behind the scenes, Alec Ygret is cast aside and exiled for only knowing support magic. But just as he hits rock bottom, he reunites with Yorha Eisentz, a former comrade from the legendary party Lasting Period. Invited to rejoin the team that once made history, Alec returns to dungeon exploration—and begins a new chapter in his life!
Characters
- Alec Ygret (アレク・ユグレット)
- Yorha Eisenz (ヨルハ・アイゼンツ)