OVA
Description
Alma Jinnai originates from Hayama, Kanagawa Prefecture, raised alongside her twin brother Yuuma by their mother Fealina. Fealina's death during the resealing of the forbidden artifact Battest orphaned Alma and Yuuma. Alma was subsequently adopted by Jewel Land's ruler, Jewelina, while separation from Yuuma became necessary to prevent the twins' proximity from awakening Battest's power. Alma developed a deep-seated misunderstanding that Jewelina deliberately caused her family's suffering, fueling lasting resentment and a desire for vengeance.
Initially defined by bitterness and isolation, Alma secluded herself at the Magic Academy and later an old school building. Her profound love for her family motivated actions that rationalized destructive methods, including attempts to revive Fealina and reunite with Yuuma. Despite her hostility, she demonstrated loyalty, particularly in her treasured bond with Akari Sakura. Moments of vulnerability surfaced, like childhood grief over a dead bird and protective instincts that led her to shield Akari from magical harm despite their adversarial relationship.
Alma wields formidable dark magic rivaling Jewelina's, significantly amplified by her twin connection to Yuuma—granting her near-infinite power regardless of his own lack of magic. This power carries severe consequences, draining her life force and risking death with prolonged use. After absorbing Battest's energy, her hair turned white and her abilities enhanced, enabling victories over competitors like Hilde, Topaz, Leon, and Dian during the Jewel Star Grand Prix preliminaries and semi-finals. Her magic relies on the Jewel Charm artifact, with her primary Jewelpets being Diana (her creation) and Opal.
Alma's journey follows a redemption arc. Serving initially as the primary antagonist, she spied on Akari under the alias "Laiya" during the Grand Prix, her appearance altered by Battest. Her descent culminated in full possession by Battest and a plan to eliminate Jewelina and Akari. However, during the series climax, Alma sealed the Battest, sacrificing her own magic to revive Diana, Opal, and Fealina. This act resolved her vengeful motivations and facilitated her family reintegration.
The OVA depicts Alma's life post-redemption. Now 13 years old and living in the human world with Fealina and Yuuma, she attends junior high alongside Akari and Yuuma. Alma struggles with socialization, remaining withdrawn despite popularity gained through athletic talents like basketball and archery. She prioritizes family time over club activities, yet her difficulty forming bonds persists, evident when she storms out of a manga club meeting after defending Akari's work. Her emotional growth surfaces during a sunset reconciliation with Akari, where she tearfully acknowledges Akari's supportive gesture. A faint glow from their chests hints at residual magical connections. Her reunion with Miria and Sara underscores gradual acceptance of friendship. The OVA concludes with Alma viewing a rainbow symbolizing hope and shared smiles, signaling her ongoing journey toward emotional openness.
Alma's name, derived from the Arabic "almaas" (diamond), aligns with her Jewelpet partner Diana. Her surname Jinnai combines "god" (神) and "inside" (内). Key trivia includes her status as the series' first human dark magic user, her half-Japanese heritage, her favorite food (shortcake), a discarded romance subplot with Leon, and the unknown whereabouts of her father.
Initially defined by bitterness and isolation, Alma secluded herself at the Magic Academy and later an old school building. Her profound love for her family motivated actions that rationalized destructive methods, including attempts to revive Fealina and reunite with Yuuma. Despite her hostility, she demonstrated loyalty, particularly in her treasured bond with Akari Sakura. Moments of vulnerability surfaced, like childhood grief over a dead bird and protective instincts that led her to shield Akari from magical harm despite their adversarial relationship.
Alma wields formidable dark magic rivaling Jewelina's, significantly amplified by her twin connection to Yuuma—granting her near-infinite power regardless of his own lack of magic. This power carries severe consequences, draining her life force and risking death with prolonged use. After absorbing Battest's energy, her hair turned white and her abilities enhanced, enabling victories over competitors like Hilde, Topaz, Leon, and Dian during the Jewel Star Grand Prix preliminaries and semi-finals. Her magic relies on the Jewel Charm artifact, with her primary Jewelpets being Diana (her creation) and Opal.
Alma's journey follows a redemption arc. Serving initially as the primary antagonist, she spied on Akari under the alias "Laiya" during the Grand Prix, her appearance altered by Battest. Her descent culminated in full possession by Battest and a plan to eliminate Jewelina and Akari. However, during the series climax, Alma sealed the Battest, sacrificing her own magic to revive Diana, Opal, and Fealina. This act resolved her vengeful motivations and facilitated her family reintegration.
The OVA depicts Alma's life post-redemption. Now 13 years old and living in the human world with Fealina and Yuuma, she attends junior high alongside Akari and Yuuma. Alma struggles with socialization, remaining withdrawn despite popularity gained through athletic talents like basketball and archery. She prioritizes family time over club activities, yet her difficulty forming bonds persists, evident when she storms out of a manga club meeting after defending Akari's work. Her emotional growth surfaces during a sunset reconciliation with Akari, where she tearfully acknowledges Akari's supportive gesture. A faint glow from their chests hints at residual magical connections. Her reunion with Miria and Sara underscores gradual acceptance of friendship. The OVA concludes with Alma viewing a rainbow symbolizing hope and shared smiles, signaling her ongoing journey toward emotional openness.
Alma's name, derived from the Arabic "almaas" (diamond), aligns with her Jewelpet partner Diana. Her surname Jinnai combines "god" (神) and "inside" (内). Key trivia includes her status as the series' first human dark magic user, her half-Japanese heritage, her favorite food (shortcake), a discarded romance subplot with Leon, and the unknown whereabouts of her father.