Glinda Sun is a mysterious, benevolent figure in the Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica universe, primarily appearing in the spin-off works and supplementary materials. She is often depicted as an ethereal guide who provides wisdom and hope to magical girls in despair. Glinda's role is to offer a counterbalance to darker forces, encouraging characters to resist giving in to despair. Her presence is symbolic of hope and kindness, and she often plays a pivotal mentor-like role for the protagonists.