Marginalia: 10 Comics That Star Literal Brown and #BlackGirlMagic

Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve loved magic, and not just Halloween season magic either (although I’d be lying if I said that much like the Winter holiday season busts out in October, the instant the leaves remotely start turning I’m thinking spells and Harvest Moons). Whether it’s your typical mahou shoujo, your Studio Ghibli blend of fantasy, or your kickass Buffy the Vampire Slayer teen warrior, there’s just something about using mystical powers or interacting with otherworldly creatures that inspires the imagination, no matter what age or time. Of course, the problem is that more often than not these series tend to skip the part where darker-than-beige people exist in the world, or add them as supporting roles at best. Well not this year, muggles! I’ve got your Cosplay Holiday options covered. From witches to magical girls to fantasy heroines and everything in between, this list puts melanated magic where it’s always belonged: the starring role. As an extra treat I’ve even added bonus suggestions for titles Black Nerd Problems has already covered but definitely should be recognized (although if you have additional suggestions don’t hesitate to let us know on social media or in the comments below!). Zodiac StarforceWriter: Kevin Panetta /Artist: Paulina Ganucheau/ Dark Horse Comics While some of the comics on this list riff off of the magical girl theme and others closely use the well-known tropes, Zodiac Starforce is very clearly a love letter to the genre (complete …