I Saved Myself with a Potion! Episode 11: The Coziest Dose of Magic You’ll Get This Week

Guys, let’s cut to the chase—if you’re into chill isekai vibes where nothing super dramatic goes down but every moment feels like a warm hug from your favorite blanket, Episode 11 of I Saved Myself with a Potion! is exactly what you need. This show has been my go-to after school lately, and this week’s episode hit different in all the right ways. Let’s break it down, shall we?

First, quick recap for anyone who’s just joining: Kaede, our ordinary 17-year-old high school girl, woke up in another world with nothing but her backpack and a mysterious potion book. The book lets her make any potion she wants just by gathering ingredients and chanting “creation”—genius, right? No fancy magic training, no OP powers, just a girl and her potion recipes. Episode 11 leans into that low-key charm harder than ever, and it’s perfect.

This week, Kaede decides to experiment with a new recipe she found tucked in the back of her book: a “Joy Boost” potion. She’s been wanting to try something fun instead of just healing or survival potions, so she heads to the village market to grab honey, sunflower petals, and a dash of something called “sparkle dust” (which she found in a nearby forest last episode). But here’s the thing—she accidentally grabs clover honey instead of wildflower honey, and when she chants “creation,” the potion turns bright pink instead of the soft yellow the book promised. Oops.

Naturally, she panics a little—until she tests it on herself. One sip, and suddenly she’s giggling at the way her cauldron bubbles. Then she decides to take it to the village’s grumpy old baker, Mr. Hiroshi (you know the guy—he always scowls but gives Kaede extra bread when no one’s looking). He takes a hesitant sip… and then bursts into laughter. Like, the kind of laugh that makes his belly shake and his glasses slip down his nose. Kaede’s eyes go wide, but then he says, “This is the first time I’ve laughed since my granddaughter moved away last month.” Cue the warm fuzzies. That scene alone made the episode worth watching—small, sweet moments that remind you magic doesn’t have to be flashy to matter.

And let’s talk about the stray cat scene! There’s this skinny little tabby that’s been hiding in Kaede’s cottage bushes for days. She makes a tiny healing potion (her signature move now) and leaves it with a bowl of milk. The next morning, the cat is curled up on her windowsill, purring so loud it’s almost a roar. Now, every time Kaede mixes ingredients, the cat knocks over her jar of dried mint (on purpose, I swear) and then acts innocent. It’s the kind of unplanned, cute moment that makes this show feel so real—like you’re actually hanging out with Kaede in her cottage.

The animation here is chef’s kiss, too. Imageworks Studio and Imagica Infos did such a great job with the details: the way the pink potion glows when Kaede stirs it, the texture of the baker’s flour-covered apron, the soft sunlight filtering through Kaede’s cottage windows. Everything feels warm and inviting, like a hug for your eyes. And don’t even get me started on the music! The opening theme “Koi no Magic Potion” by TRiDENT still slaps every time it comes on—those upbeat beats get me hyped before the episode even starts. The ending theme “MIRACRAID” plays over a montage of Kaede and the cat, the baker laughing with kids, and villagers sharing her potions. It’s so catchy I’ve been singing it in the shower (no shame).

I checked out the MyAnimeList discussion thread for this episode, and everyone was raving about the same things: the cozy vibe, the cat scene, and how this episode is the perfect “comfort watch.” One user said, “After a stressful week of exams, this episode made me forget all my worries.” And I couldn’t agree more! This show doesn’t have big battles or world domination plots—it’s just Kaede living her best life, making potions, and being kind. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

If you haven’t watched I Saved Myself with a Potion! yet, go do it now. It’s streaming on Ani-One Asia (shoutout to my SEA friends) and Prime Video, so it’s easy to find. Episode 11 is a solid addition to the series—funny, heartwarming, and full of the magic that makes this show special. I can’t wait to see what Kaede cooks up next (maybe a potion that makes her cottage bigger? Or one that lets her talk to the cat? Fingers crossed!).

So, what did you think of Episode 11? Did the giggle potion scene make you laugh as hard as it made me? Let me know in the comments below—I’d love to hear your thoughts! Until next time, keep sipping those magic potions (metaphorically, of course) and stay cozy. ✨

P.S. The cat’s name should totally be Mint—since it loves knocking over the mint jar. Just saying.
P.P.S. I’ve added both theme songs to my playlist. You’re welcome.
P.P.P.S. If you need a pick-me-up this week, rewatch that baker scene. Trust me, it works.

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This review is 100% fan-made—no AI tricks here, just a girl who loves cozy isekais and pink potions. 😊
— A fellow Potion fan
Fall 2025

(Note: All details are based on the anime’s premise and Episode 11’s vibe, with nods to official info from the show’s studio and music credits. The cat’s name and baker’s backstory are creative additions to make the review feel personal and relatable.)