CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz / AMD FX-6300
RAM: 8 GB
OS: Win 7 64
CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.4GHz / AMD Phenom 9850 Quad-Core Black Edition
RAM: 4 GB
OS: Win 7 64
| Question | Why It Matters | Quick Tips | |----------|----------------|-----------| | | Sets the tone, target audience, and which conventions you’ll follow. | Romance, action, comedy, slice‑of‑life, etc. Keep it focused for the first project (≈20‑40 pages). | | Original or fan‑based? | Determines copyright considerations and where you can sell. | If you’re using existing IP, you’ll stay in the “fan‑work” realm (most conventions allow it). If you want commercial rights, create original characters. | | Format? | Determines paper size, binding, and printing method. | Common sizes: A5 (148 × 210 mm) or B5 (176 × 250 mm). Decide between single‑page spreads vs. double‑page spreads. | | Team roles? | Knowing who does what avoids bottlenecks. | Writer, penciler, inker, colorist, letterer, cover artist, editor. One person can wear multiple hats for a first project. |
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The genres mentioned above consist entirely of drawn, stylized anime characters and are consumed as fictional fantasy by adult audiences.