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Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Shadow
Mangaka often use shadow in their drawing. Shadow is the result of illumination light or sunlight.
Other than that, shadow was also used to create a 3-D effect. To create shadow, a mangaka needs to determine the direction of light. Then the shadow must be applied to the opposite side where is covered from light. Read More......
Thursday, October 30, 2008
D GrayMan 103 - It echoes in the long morning
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This is the final episode of D Gray Man series (hopefully they will continue the series in the future).
In this episode, Level 4 become more angry after being stabbed by Allen Walker sword. But with the assistance of Lenalee and General Cross, Allen manage to defeat the Level 4. At the end, all the generals are alive. General Tiedol has saved many scientists with his maker of eden, a power to ceate a garden that protects them. But Tapp and all the scientist that has been transformed into demon can't be save and turned into dust. The headquarters are heavily damaged and they will move to a new place later on..jpg)
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Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Cosplayer’s body size
Size is an important factor in cosplay because it will influence the overall appearance of the cosplayers. As an example, the height difference between character and cosplayer should not be more than 10cm.
Physical: Small and medium weight.
Cosplayer in this category has not much option to choose because many characters in this category were created in the age of 12-15 years old and with various personalities. Cosplayer has to be careful when choosing character that is suitable with his physical and personalities.
Physical: Medium height and light weight.
Usually cosplayer in this category will choose character in the age between 14-17 years. Most of the characters are weak in fighting but expert in course like magic, study, research or computer.
Height: 155-160cm
Physical: Medium height and medium weight.
Most of the heroes and heroin in shonen genre were in this category, it will benefit those who want to be other’s attraction. Because the characters in this category are more active compare to other category, the cosplayers also need to be more active.
Height: 160-170cm
Physical: Medium height and heavy weight
Cosplayer in this category can choose character that has big muscle and tough body. Cosplayer with this physical is suitable to bring armour equipment and heavy object.
Height: 170-180cm
Physical: Tall and medium weight
There were many characters in this category. So those who are in this category should not face any difficulty to choose characters that were suitable for them. Cosplayer is also advised to choose character that has smart costume to be looking more attractive.
Height: 180cm and above
Physical: Very tall and medium weight
Cosplayer in this category can choose charecters that are very tall, especially in genre such as fantasy.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
The variety of stereotype in Manga and Anime
Stereotype 1 – A weak hero?
Usually there are 2 different type of hero in manga/anime:
a) A weak hero but has a concealed power or talent.
b) A naive hero but has a kind and lover characteristic.
Example:
Souchirou Nagi - Tenjou Tenge; Shindou Hikaru- Hikaru No Go
Stereotype 2 – Teenager or young age
Age of characters are usually in the range 8 to 19 years old. They will behave like kids and frequently make wrong decisions.
Example:
Doraemon; Azumanga Daioh
Stereotype 3 – Protagonist Group
Protagonist character usually existed in a group which each member has their own skill and they also have the same ambition.
Example:
One Piece; Samurai Deeper Kyo; Naruto
Stereotype 4 – Antagonist mission
Antagonist group that was lead by a powerful leader and always make riot. They have their own ambition such as to control the world or get revenge of the protagonist group.
Example:
Homunculus – FMA; Juppongatsu- Rurouni Kenshin
Stereotype 5 – Giant Mecha
For fiction manga/anime, giant mecha is the fighting equipment existed in the battlefield.
Example:
Full Metal Panic; Gundam Seed; Macross; Neon Genesis Evangelion
Read More......Saturday, August 30, 2008
D Gray-Man Episode 98 - The Power of the Generals
Lulu Bell and akumas have invaded the headquarters. Allen Walker and Bookman were fighting a lot of akumas together, unfortunately they have been outnumbered. In the mean time, some of the scientist have been transformed into the enemy forces. Bookman has fall into the akuma's ability and then Allen Walker was also captured by Lulubell.
As soon as the enemy are about to leave, the remaining scientists use the talisman to hold the akumas from moving. Suddenly Miranda and Marie appear into the scene followed by the generals, Sokaro, Tiedoll, Cross and Cloud.
Sunday, August 24, 2008
The monopoly of AMG product in today's market
Nowadays the popularity of Anime, Manga & Games (AMG) product has growing largely in the market with a lot of products being sold worldwide. But is this just the case to meet customer’s demand or otherwise a marketing strategy to make money?
Manga Evolution
AMG product was produce in various steps from manga to anime and then anime to action figure and so on. Usually a new manga will be produced in a weekly magazine. It depends on the reader’s acceptance of the manga. If it was good enough, the publisher will take an action to publish the manga effectively.
1. Printed media
A well received manga will be compiled and then will be made into poster, wall scroll, and phone card. This is the beginning product for a new manga in the market. The production’s cost is very low even though it was produced in a large quantity. So, the price will be cheap and more customers can afford to buy it.
A popular manga will be adapted into anime and then being transformed into video games and trading card games. The Original Sound track also being produced for additional promotion to the anime and games.
3. Action Figures and Plushies
Action figure is a replica of AMG character that is following a specific scale and similar to the original character. While Plushies are doll; it is a cute version of the AMG character that was specially designed for girls.
There are a lot of AMG accessories can be found in the market such as keychain, bag, and many more.
5. Special edition and Art book
For a popular AMG, a special edition product and art book will be produced as a gift for the fans. Usually the product is limited and can be purchased in a specific time such as during anniversary etc.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
D Gray-Man Episode 96 - Yet the hands of time move forward
In this episode, Allen Walker was put under surveillance of Inspector Horward Link and Rouvelier because they were suspicious that Allen was involved with the enemy. Meanwhile, the scientists are working to investigate the Noah Ark especially the egg plant where the Earl manufactured Akumas. But during the investigation, Lulu Bell has shown up after disguising as one of the scientist. She brought a lot of Akuma with her and she also killed Oceania Branch Head and harmed Johnny, a scientist that is a close friend to Suman and Allen Walker.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Zombie loan
Year : 2007
Total episodes : 11
Studio : Square Enix
Michiru possesses Shinigami Eyes, which allows her to see a ring on a person's neck, indicating their impending death. Michiru first meets Chika and Shito in the hallways of her school, accidentally tripping over Chika's hand. After she ends up finding out their secret, they initially think of killing her, but when they find out that she has Shinigami Eyes, they instead inform her that she will be using her powers to help them fight zombies, despite her protests. After various failures and meeting other members of the Z-Loan office, Michiru comes to accept her new job, largely because of the debt Shito and Chika took on to keep her from dying.
Michiru Kita
Akatsuki Chika
Tachibana Shito
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Drawing a figure's action
Action needs impact and energy to show the character movement. Actually, a normal human's movement will not be so much energetic. But in order to give more satisfaction to the reader, the action can be overly drawn so that the character will look lively. The important element is the reader can see the effect from the action.
Normal punching action
Excessive punching action
Other example:
Sunday, July 27, 2008
D Gray Man Episode 91 - Judgement
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Finally, General Cross has appeared. I wrote this synopsis because for me it was an interesting episode to watch. In this episode, Allen Walker and Lavi was fighting with the transformed Tyyki mikk, but they can't match his power. While they were fighting, suddenly a magical circle appeared below Allen and he fell down. At the time he fall, General Cross was elevated up to the surface using the Grave of Maria. The general quickly holds Allen's leg and brought him up..jpg)
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After that General Cross duel with Tyyki using his another innocence, Judgment. Judgement is a gun that has "missile like" bullets that will not be ruined until it reach the target. He almost kills Tykii when suddenly Earl of Millennium came to obstruct him.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Serial Experiments Lain
Year: 1998
Studio: Geneon Entertainment
Total anime episodes: 13
This anime is one of the popular anime that was categorized as a thought-provoking category. The story is about Lain Iwakura, a girl who is addicted to internet surfing lives in two personality (cyber and reality). This story begins when Lain has received an e-mail from a friend who has died in one week before. In the mail she explains to Lain that she just abandoned her flesh. She assures lain that she still is alive and had found god in the 'wired' world.
After getting a new 'navi' and adding a 'psyche' circuit, Lain spends more and more time in the wired. It seems that Lain has at least 2 personalities, and Lain's first personality is changing even now. Next, Lain was shown as a character that has been confused about the difference between the reality and fantasy.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
One Manga
Do you like reading manga online? If you like, I suggest you to go to this website: Onemanga
There are 700+ mangas available for you to read.
Some of the top viewed mangas are:
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Naruto the setting down
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naruto the setting dawn version 1.9
Thursday, July 10, 2008
How to draw a figure's posture
Usually figure's postures are consist of daily activities like walking, running, sitting, eating, standing and so on. Some of us may think that it is easy to draw the posture but actually it's hard and need more determination. If it's not drawn with cautious, the movement will look unrealistic.
The pose must be near or base on the actual life. This is more difficult compare to when drawing character's action. Sometimes you can also draw simple habit for your character as a trademark. As an example is L's action in the Deathnote manga. It is a trademark that were always remembered by the fans.
You must also draw according to your character's attitude. Understand your character first. Every character has their own attitude that influenced their posture. With that, the differences of character's attitude can be shown obviously.
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