# Witch Hat Atelier Recap | Ep.12 Episode 12

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Podcast: [After Hours Arc](https://stenobird.com/podcast/after-hours-arc-7755870)
Published: 2026-06-16T09:07:12+00:00
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## Resource

On tonight's episode of After Hours Arc, Witch Hat Atelier's Episode 12 delivers one of the strongest character-focused stories of the season. While Agott, Richeh, and Euini take on the Serpentback Cave test, Euini's forced to confront the self-doubt that's been holding him back for years. We dive into some history of Romanon, learn more about Richeh's determination to stay true to herself, and watch Euini finally take an important step toward believing in himself! Between the emotional character growth, creative uses of magic, and the WILD cliffhanger involving the Brimmed Caps, this episode had me completely hooked from start to finish, shocker I know! Witch Hat Atelier continues to prove why it's become one of my favorite anime of the year! 🎧⭐ 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

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