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Something I learned recently is that you really don't need more than 4-5 panels per page to tell a story. This has helped me not to become mentally overwhelmed by the project.
Where did you learn this from? Did they have anything else to say on that? I am currently studying how to tell a story as quickly and efficiently as possible.
I am pretty sure this is where I heard it. If you look through one of your favorite manga, you'll find they do adhere to this 4 to 5 panels max to tell stories (and keep deadlines). The whole video is worth a watch. ua-cam.com/video/dwQKPI-Cm-o/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared or both.@@selfimprovement5873
I got another idea for you. How about a tutorial on writing stories based on real people? For me, i feel like this genre is kinda underrated. The simple idea of using real people for a story is such a fun idea to play with. Some examples like Milo Murphy's Law (the fictional descendant of Edward Murphy Jr.), HiHi Puffy Ami Yumi (the actual band in a cartoony world), Prostars (Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky and Bo Jackson as superheroes), Jackie Chan Adventures (Jackie himself as an archaeologist going on fantastical adventures), Clone High (clones of historical figures in high school) etc. Would love to see you cover this topic someday
That's a good idea! Thank you for the video suggestion! I know exactly what you mean! I personally have never tried to write a story like that, so I would probably want to find a guest who does so they can speak on it! I'll definitely keep an eye out!
@@mindandbody7971not if it's a historical figure, or someone deceased, like with Clone High. Though I see what you're getting at, there are still legal ways to write a story, though it leads into a grey area and would require a lot of research into how to keep it legal.
Innocent and Innocent rouge series written by Shin-ichi Sakamoto is a perfect example of this, he based the two series off the french revolution period and characterises historical figures like Charles-Henri Sanson, Marie Antoinette, Louis XVI, etc and the main focus is the Sansons, a six-generation family dynasty of executioners
When it comes to covers for tanks, One Punch Man caught me the most. I like how they change the color of the logo and the illustrations are easy to understand. How there's one character and somewhere behind the character there's a little Saitama, it's so playful.
@@MonitorComics I know you have two videos about power system but has either talked about how a power system for a series can be introduced. For example, hunter x hunter power system of nen wouldn’t be introduced until the heavens arena arc and bleach’s power system for the zanpakuto was kinda introduced in the first chapter but wasn’t explored more until near the start of the soul society arc. In may case, in my first chapter I introduce what the power system will be like and mentioning the potential name of it. And in chapter 2 we get to know more about what that power system is and what each user can do at a basic level but we won’t explore more of the complex stuff until later. I was wondering if you can do something like that and what do think of my idea how I introduce the power system.
the hook that is resonating for me right now is Denji’s transformation into chainsaw man. I had to know why he had a dog chainsaw in his heart and why there were devils.
I’m so glad I got the notification for this video! I recently written out my first chapter for my manga and I’m currently scripting my chapter rn and I’m struggling :(. But your video really helped me!
I'm glad to hear that! Can you go a bit more into detail about your idea? I currently have videos on different plot structures like The Three Act Structure, Story Circle, Hero's Journey, Freytag's Pyramid etc. If you are thinking of something a bit different let me know!
@@MonitorComics hi!, i know this sounds a bit weird but can you make a video, about creating a plot or story, like where to get ideas and make something original, and how to deal with art and writers block. anyway thanks for giving time to reply to my question and i hope you understand what i meant.
Ive read two manga's, First being chainsaw man however that was a cheat since i started the anime first as for that got me hooked more than the volume. but it was the first volume of Dandadan is where it hooked me on its story. Its humor and story was right up there for me. i am going to order volume 5 on amazon soon.
I watched the first few episodes of the anime's my hero academia, yu-gi-oh, and black clover to get ideas on how to volume one of my manga should go. If you want, Mr. Monitor Comics, I could share it with you.
The first ever Volume 1 that intrigued me was the first volume of Attack on Titan when I was in 7th grade. I'm now a freshman and reading Hunter x Hunter and Jujutsu Kaisen
Can u also suggest some tips for planning future arcs,and plot. Also love your vids. Can u also suggest some tips for wholesome revenge story. Btw love your vids.
I guess you don't follow my Instagram or Twitter lol. I quit Saturday AM months ago and they recently came under fire from a lot of former and current artists. I have always been transparent with people that making money in comics is HARD. Saturday Am doesn't even pay their artists in the magazine, so you can expect to make 0 dollars if you are in AM, PM, or Brunch. The people who DO make money have received merch deals or book deals from third parties. I have always made significantly more money doing UA-cam, selling digital products, and offering services like commissions, one on one consultations, sponsorships and stuff like that. Most comic artists DO have a day job or a part time job though because it is very hard to survive on just comics alone
I got a question about using certain concepts from another series. (SPOILERS FOR ONE PIECE) so the main bad guy of the wano arc is a dude named Kaido and his powers are turning into a dragon and I liked that idea so I wanted was wondering if I added my own twist to the person with that powers would it still be a knock off, like I mean everything is diffent the only thing that is the same is the fact that they could both turn into dragons(and maybe size)
Sorry or the late reply, that should be more than fine! That concept isn't unique to One Piece. The easiest examples I can think of is Jake Long The American Dragon! That series is all about characters who turn into dragons!
Not at all! There are no "hard rules," the page counts people say are usually just recommendations or estimates The only time you have a hard page count is if your publisher literally tells you "you only got 40 pages this month"
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How can i work in the company for comic books in the USA?
Something I learned recently is that you really don't need more than 4-5 panels per page to tell a story. This has helped me not to become mentally overwhelmed by the project.
Yeah, I usually do this. I only make more panels if I want to focus on specific actions.
Where did you learn this from? Did they have anything else to say on that? I am currently studying how to tell a story as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Less is more! After the 5 or 6 mark, comic pages can start to feel a bit cluttered.
Great approach!@@fraeofficial
I am pretty sure this is where I heard it. If you look through one of your favorite manga, you'll find they do adhere to this 4 to 5 panels max to tell stories (and keep deadlines). The whole video is worth a watch. ua-cam.com/video/dwQKPI-Cm-o/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared or both.@@selfimprovement5873
MHA Vigilantes got me hook on manga, it was my favorite series
Great choice! I like it as well!
I got another idea for you. How about a tutorial on writing stories based on real people?
For me, i feel like this genre is kinda underrated. The simple idea of using real people for a story is such a fun idea to play with.
Some examples like Milo Murphy's Law (the fictional descendant of Edward Murphy Jr.), HiHi Puffy Ami Yumi (the actual band in a cartoony world), Prostars (Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky and Bo Jackson as superheroes), Jackie Chan Adventures (Jackie himself as an archaeologist going on fantastical adventures), Clone High (clones of historical figures in high school) etc.
Would love to see you cover this topic someday
That's a good idea! Thank you for the video suggestion! I know exactly what you mean! I personally have never tried to write a story like that, so I would probably want to find a guest who does so they can speak on it! I'll definitely keep an eye out!
You're kinda getting into copyright/trademark/licensed likeness stuff there.
@@mindandbody7971not if it's a historical figure, or someone deceased, like with Clone High. Though I see what you're getting at, there are still legal ways to write a story, though it leads into a grey area and would require a lot of research into how to keep it legal.
I agree the manga/comic I'm working on is kinda based off people I know but not that I'm working on a comic called broken soul👋
Innocent and Innocent rouge series written by Shin-ichi Sakamoto is a perfect example of this, he based the two series off the french revolution period and characterises historical figures like Charles-Henri Sanson, Marie Antoinette, Louis XVI, etc and the main focus is the Sansons, a six-generation family dynasty of executioners
When it comes to covers for tanks, One Punch Man caught me the most. I like how they change the color of the logo and the illustrations are easy to understand. How there's one character and somewhere behind the character there's a little Saitama, it's so playful.
Thanks! I need this kind of advice
Glad it helped!
THANK YOU SENSEI
DEFINETLY NEEDED THIS VIDEO😍
That's awesome to hear!!
I’ll never be able to thank you enough , thank you 😊 🙏 sooooo much
You are the savior
Glad you enjoyed the video!
Good video. Thanks for covering this oft-overlooked topic!
For sure! Thanks for taking the time to watch!
Thanks for the tips, Monitor! You've given me a lot to think about!
That's great to hear! Thank you for always taking the time to watch!
Your videos are always helpful.
Btw can you do a video about how a power system can be introduced in the series
I'm happy to hear that! I currently already have 2 videos about power systems, but I will most likely make a part 3 in the future!
@@MonitorComics I know you have two videos about power system but has either talked about how a power system for a series can be introduced.
For example, hunter x hunter power system of nen wouldn’t be introduced until the heavens arena arc and bleach’s power system for the zanpakuto was kinda introduced in the first chapter but wasn’t explored more until near the start of the soul society arc.
In may case, in my first chapter I introduce what the power system will be like and mentioning the potential name of it. And in chapter 2 we get to know more about what that power system is and what each user can do at a basic level but we won’t explore more
of the complex stuff until later.
I was wondering if you can do something like that and what do think of my idea how I introduce the power system.
Great info on the page counts and shonen jump release schedules. Makes it way less daunting
the hook that is resonating for me right now is Denji’s transformation into chainsaw man. I had to know why he had a dog chainsaw in his heart and why there were devils.
I’m so glad I got the notification for this video! I recently written out my first chapter for my manga and I’m currently scripting my chapter rn and I’m struggling :(. But your video really helped me!
Super happy to hear that! Best of luck with your manga!
Recently, I have been really digging Sakamoto Days, Colorless, and Mashle. I just picked up Hell's Paradise and Soul Eater.
Those are all great titles!
great info, especially the breakdown on average page and panel counts, exactly the questions i was thinking about!
Glad this video could help!!
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great and informative video! can u make one on story/plot planning? it would be really helpful to me
I'm glad to hear that! Can you go a bit more into detail about your idea? I currently have videos on different plot structures like The Three Act Structure, Story Circle, Hero's Journey, Freytag's Pyramid etc. If you are thinking of something a bit different let me know!
@@MonitorComics hi!, i know this sounds a bit weird but can you make a video, about creating a plot or story, like where to get ideas and make something original, and how to deal with art and writers block.
anyway thanks for giving time to reply to my question and i hope you understand what i meant.
Thoughts on creating a video about what to do if you’re a great artist willing to draw someone else’s story or a great writer who can’t draw?
The protectors sounds like a redo of Star wars
Saving this and the protectors looks awesome!!!
Thanks for taking the time to watch luis!
Ive read two manga's, First being chainsaw man however that was a cheat since i started the anime first as for that got me hooked more than the volume.
but it was the first volume of Dandadan is where it hooked me on its story. Its humor and story was right up there for me. i am going to order volume 5 on amazon soon.
Dandadan is so good! Great choice!
Good video entertaining ❤❤❤
Thanks for watching!
Thank you protectors!
Make a video on "How to fix plot holes"
Thank you sooooo Much !!!!!
Of course! Thanks for watching!
i messaged you on twitter on a question pertaining to this. maybe it can also be an idea for a follow up video.
Thank you for the vid
It's so usefull
Happy to hear!
I watched the first few episodes of the anime's my hero academia, yu-gi-oh, and black clover to get ideas on how to volume one of my manga should go. If you want, Mr. Monitor Comics, I could share it with you.
It's always great to see how others do it to get a good idea! If you feel comfortable talking about your work, feel free to!
The first ever Volume 1 that intrigued me was the first volume of Attack on Titan when I was in 7th grade. I'm now a freshman and reading Hunter x Hunter and Jujutsu Kaisen
Attack on Titan had a really good hook from the start! The first few chapters were done really well!
Man I almost went overboard for a sec before watching this
It's not bad to plan ahead, just don't overwhelm yourself!
Can u also suggest some tips for planning future arcs,and plot. Also love your vids. Can u also suggest some tips for wholesome revenge story. Btw love your vids.
Can you do an outline video?
Yes! It is on my list! Thanks for the video suggestion!
Monitor I was wondering do you make your living of Saturday AM alone or do you do a part timer? just curious
I guess you don't follow my Instagram or Twitter lol. I quit Saturday AM months ago and they recently came under fire from a lot of former and current artists.
I have always been transparent with people that making money in comics is HARD. Saturday Am doesn't even pay their artists in the magazine, so you can expect to make 0 dollars if you are in AM, PM, or Brunch. The people who DO make money have received merch deals or book deals from third parties.
I have always made significantly more money doing UA-cam, selling digital products, and offering services like commissions, one on one consultations, sponsorships and stuff like that.
Most comic artists DO have a day job or a part time job though because it is very hard to survive on just comics alone
I got a question about using certain concepts from another series. (SPOILERS FOR ONE PIECE) so the main bad guy of the wano arc is a dude named Kaido and his powers are turning into a dragon and I liked that idea so I wanted was wondering if I added my own twist to the person with that powers would it still be a knock off, like I mean everything is diffent the only thing that is the same is the fact that they could both turn into dragons(and maybe size)
Sorry or the late reply, that should be more than fine! That concept isn't unique to One Piece. The easiest examples I can think of is Jake Long The American Dragon! That series is all about characters who turn into dragons!
@@MonitorComics oh okay, thank you. sorry for late response too
no way my guy put chained soldier into this video
LOL. I like to throw little easter eggs in every once in a while! It's always funny when people recognize the series
@@MonitorComics that manga is vile ngl
@@grimgaming2633 RIGHT LOL
I want to create mainstream long-running series. I need to know how much volumes they for my main manga series to create physical copies for them.
A standard manga volume has ~200 pages!
@@MonitorComics I'll be sure to it is that many for them to succeed!
Are you ever going to make a discord server?
Sometime in the future! It's not a high priority for me at the moment
Oh question, when starting a manga do you write the story first or the characters first
Usually people plan out the story first, but you can do either or. You're going to be doing them both anyway
@@MonitorComics ok, plus writing the characters in my new project has gave me tons of ideas for future plot lines in chapters
Does this go for all the next volumes ?
shamen king and Bakuman
Great picks!!
I want to publish and post manga online but I don’t know what size is the format is. Is it A5 or B5?
Publishers usually have different print dimensions. For online, it shouldn't matter as long as the file size is underneath a certain amount
How long should a chapter be? Like, for an action series?
Most shonen jump chapters are 15-19 pages! The first 3 chapters tend to be the longest!
I have a question is it a problem if your chapter one is a little more than 60 pages ?
Not at all! There are no "hard rules," the page counts people say are usually just recommendations or estimates
The only time you have a hard page count is if your publisher literally tells you "you only got 40 pages this month"
@@MonitorComics okay thanks 🤝