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Witch Hat Atelier Recap | Ep.11 The Test In Serpentback
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- After Hours Arc
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- Jun 9, 2026
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- 1627
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Summary
On tonight’s episode of After Hours Arc, we head into Episode 11 of Witch Hat Atelier — The Test in Serpentback . While Agott prepares for her long-awaited Second Test, the spotlight shines on Richeh , whose struggle with learning from others finally comes to the surface. What starts as a disagreement with Qifrey turns into one of the most revealing character episodes of the season, giving us a glimpse into Richeh’s past, her relationship with her brother, and why she clings so fiercely to her own style of magic. Meanwhile, Coco begins discovering her own magical strengths, Qifrey drops some surprisingly inspiring lessons, and Master Olruggio continues proving why he's one of the best mentors in the series. As the apprentices arrive at Serpentback Cave, the Second Test begins — and it looks far more dangerous than anyone expected. A character-focused episode packed with emotional backstory, magical worldbuilding, and the start of a major new challenge. 🎧⭐ New episodes drop weekly — follow along as I recap and review anime one arc at a time from a manga-free point of view. Hang out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AfterHoursArc Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/kgj3svfhrM Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/c/AfterHoursArcPodcast