On this page you can find translated Glossary entries that were posted on the official Twitter account for the anime.
The glossary entries provide a bit more exposition and lore for viewers that are not as familiar to the game, but also may shed light on details fans of the game may not have known. Many of these entries either come from the Ultimania guide or are buried in the game’s script.
The glossary entries are divided up below based on the episode they were posted after.
Episodes:
01 — 02 — 03 — 04 — 05 — 06
07 — 08 — 09 — 10 — 11 — 12
Episode 01: Lapis Lazuli (Part 1)
What is “Seiken Densetsu”?
The first work was released for Game Boy on June 28, 1991 and the series had its 31st anniversary in 2022.
In the West it is known as the “Mana Series” because all of the titles, besides the first, end with ” – of Mana”.
What is a “Race”?
There are various races in the world of “Fa’Diel”, which is the stage for Shiloh’s adventure, but they often call each other “Humans” even if they look different. On the other hand, Jumi, Faeries, Sproutlings, Magical Creatures, and others are recognized as independent races.
What are the “Jumi”?
A race that has a jewel for a core. As long as the core is not destroyed, they will continue to live, but after becoming targeted by other races who saw the value of their cores as ornaments, they cut all their ties with the other races.
What is “Domina”?
A lively town frequented by traveling merchants and street performers. The main character, Shiloh, lives on the outskirts of town.
What is a “Sproutling”?
Sproutlings are small plant spirits with a body composed of grass. They speak innocently much like children, but also have quite a unique philosophy regarding life and death. No two Sproutlings are different from one another, as they all share a single consciousness.
What is a “Citrisquid”?
The pointed calyx and lower protrusions give it a squid-like appearance. The round eyes are its charm point. It is used as pet food.
What is a “Conchurnip”?
It looks like a conch because it grows in a spiral from its root. The stem looks like the inside of a shellfish.
Episode 02: Lapis Lazuli (Part 2)
What is the “History between Niccolo and Shiloh”?
Niccolo met Shiloh when he asked him to exterminate some bandits.
Niccolo also did some business with the weapon shop and gave Shiloh some items as thanks for defeating the bandits.
What is “Mekiv Caverns”?
A limestone cavern with a complex structure that has been eroded by underground water currents.
A place that cannot be approached carelessly because it is a den of monsters.
What is the “Du’Inke”?
A giant ape that lurks in the depths of Mekiv Caverns.
It is about 6 meters tall and attacks with a large axe.
It is said that there are other great apes in the world in addition to the Du’Inke…
Episode 03: Ruby
What is a “Greenball Bun”?
Shiloh was once rewarded with one of these for helping Niccolo. Although it does not seem like food, it has an addictive flavor.
Greenball Buns from Gato Grottoes are also Serafina’s favorite food.
What is “Inspector Boyd’s Reason for Chasing Sandra”?
Inspector Boyd, who has an honest disposition, was once fascinated by Jewel Thief Sandra’s splendid thievery skills. He once admired her, but now laments her transformation into a criminal who kills the Jumi, so he continues to pursue Sandra in order to directly question her about the reason for her transformation.
What is “Gato Grottoes”?
A town built on a cliff protected by a holy wind. There is a healing temple that enshrined to the spirit of the wind.
Also, the liquor “Blessed Elixir” made in the caves of this town is a favorite of Boyd and Niccolo.
Episode 04: Sapphire
What is “Polpota Harbor”?
A seaside resort with a pleasant sea breeze. There are many large shell-shaped buildings, and there is a particularly large shell-shaped “Seaside Hotel” and a beautiful cove.
What is “the Secret Story behind Basket Fish’s Birth”?
A new lifeform born from the miracle of a fish caught in a magic basket and an old fisherman’s tears. He has a spoiled and nasty personality. He’s actually 5 years old.
Episode 05: White Pearl
What is “the History between Watts and Shiloh”?
Watts, a blacksmith who is oblivious to his surroundings when concentrating, once lost his favorite hammer and Shiloh helped him find it.
What is the “Tower of Leires”?
A giant tower once built by mages to draw upon the power of Mana.
There is a special room at the top.
Episode 06: Emerald
What is the “Mystic City Geo”?
A fortified city with an academic atmosphere.
Esmeralda and Serafina attend the Magic Academy in one of the largest buildings in the city.
What is “Daily Life at the Magic Academy Like” 1?
At the Magic Academy, teachers and students who are eager to study devote themselves to research day and night, and carry out magic classes on borrowing the power of the Elementals. Professor Kathinja, who has the blood of a basilisk, has a good reputation among students, but when she gets angry she has been known to petrify them.
What is “Daily Life at the Magic Academy Like” 2?
There was a time when Bud and Lisa were actually enrolled at the Magic Academy, however, they were kicked out due to their mischief.
Episode 07: Diamond
What is a “Dudbear”?
They were originally diggers who collected ore in mines. They have a unique language consisting of sounds like “Du” and “Ba”, and are always going at their own pace never really getting bothered by what goes on around them.
Their favorite phrase is “Dub”!
What is “Madora Beach”?
A beach with beautiful white sands and fantastic caves.
It is also where David told his childhood love, Valerie, that he would embark on a quest to become a pirate.
Episode 08:
What is a “Jewel Beast”?
A being that failed to become a Jumi due to the lack of sparkle within its core.
It is also possible to artificially create Jewel Beasts…
Episode 10: Flourite
Who is the “Spirit of Dreams Belle”?
Despite her curious personality, the laws governing dream spirits prohibits her from getting too involved with the real world.
For that reason, she seems hesitantly mischievous.
She is 65,538 years old.
Episode 11: Teardrop Crystal (Part 1)
What is “Pandora’s Jewelry Box”?
An item separated from the passage of time.
Florina, who lost too much of her life force during the war with the Empire, was confined in this box in order to extend her life.
What is the “Bejeweled City”?
The city where Jumi once lived.
Constructed from countless layers of jewels scattered about the beautiful city, it is overflowing with a feeling of transience.