The forest rustles with unease as it searches for the next bearer of the Emerald Necklace. Elaina used to believe that she was special and deserved better treatment. A wakeup call from her teacher made her realize that she has a lot to learn and room to grow as a person and a witch. Tachibana Kanade used to work on her own as she maintains order in her new environment. An encounter with a member from the opposing faction helped her understand the reasons they were against her and come up with a nonviolent means to approach them. Takanashi Rikka did not believe anyone would understand why she desires to cling onto her eighth-grade fantasy world. A revelation from her classmate allowed her to remain true to herself and not conform to what society wants her to be. Sakurajima Mai wondered if anyone would appreciate the real her over what they saw on the television screen. When a student from her school was willing to be with her regardless of what other people saw her as, Mai was more confident about herself and started to be selfish for her own needs. Hayasaka Ai took the job of a caretaker because that was what her family did for generations. After meeting her master and realizing that she needed her more than anyone else, Ai finally found a reason to live and support her master to the best of her abilities. Yūki Asuna was wary of strangers, as she does not get along with them easily. When suggested to join a guild, Asuna learned the importance of teamwork and relying on others in order to fulfill a mission to its fullest. Emilia used to hide her face to the public in fear of getting ridiculed for her ominous appearance. An encounter with a person from another world allowed her to be more comfortable with her skin as she slowly tries to open up to other people once more. Fujiwara Chika enjoys the attention and adoration of her peers for her upbeat and unpredictable personality. Working as a member of the student council only heightened her eccentric characteristics as she is surrounded by a wide array of personalities who make her life exciting and fun. Who will be able to dive deep into the forest to claim the Emerald Necklace?