can anyone recommend me other manhwa with artstyle like this?
or other artists who draw in similar art style?
specifics:
- manhwa art style / semi-realistic.
- anatomically correct/believable and pleasing to the eyes, where the artist mix both figure AND gesture drawing.
where the shapes, silhouette, or the use of negative space are interesting.
- stable / consistent art style... BUT not too stiff / neat / "robotic" either. you can see most of the visual is drawn by HAND & regular brush instead of using 3D models or overusing pre-made assets (like stiff abs usually bcs the artist use muscle asset from acon3D).
- PEAK action. raw energy. the right amount of exaggeration, doesn't feel jarring. smooth strokes and flow where the artist draws using the whole forearm instead of just the wrist, if you get what i mean. the kind where we can see the artist is having fun drawing instead of "dull work" like repeating similar angles or boring poses.
- bonus points if the storyboarding, directing, and pacing is on par with this manhwa.
- and even better if the finishing is not too sparkling. (y'know... like exploiting too much effects to cover the lack of actual drawing skills.)
asking because i'm both picky and i intend to collect them for studies. (๑•ㅂ•)و✧
(in other ways, i'm also gushing about how great this webtoon's art is!!)
not exactly similar but from Special Civil Servant https://www.mangago.zone/read-manga/special_civil_servant/ --- too, i can see the artist makes the drawing fun and experimental: like the gestures, expressions, and especially the clothing!
(because being a webtoon artist can get real boring and taxing...)
and chamuring's arts are peak, too. study-worthy!!
feel free to recommend me something like this as well!! (⌒▽⌒)
https://www.mangago.zone/read-manga/enoch_shining_tree/
I think this artist has clean lines but doesn't seem too stiff
https://www.mangago.zone/read-manga/academy_s_undercover_professor/
I think this is good art too
ohhh i've read the other two but this one i haven't. ty for the recs!! (⌒▽⌒)
okay, we all know how PEAK and BEAUTIFUL and TEARJERKING this story is.
but i need a discussion!!
so my faves so far that i can't gush about enough are:
- this (Mission: Save The Hunter / Death Delayed Because of The Wills)
- Debut or Die
- Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint
i see a lot of people seem to agree...?
why, though?
for me it's because:
1. the MCs are GOAT, PEAK character writing.
they grab me by the heart and keep pulling me!! their qualities, their flaws, their growth, but especially how they feel believable and very HUMAN?? i care for them, root for them, fond of them, LOOOVE them — i'm THAT invested in them it drives me nuts! (even if the story sucks i WILL still read it just for the characters.)
(... is it also a coincidence that they fall into the "suicidal/sacrificial MC" trope?)
2. Immersive Experience & Emotional Rollercoaster.
the stories are written so well!
the plot are GREAT, at some points they're even mind-blowing. we get to experience fun, enjoyment, comedic laughs, adrenaline rush, heart-warming / touching arcs, and even sad arcs that really break our heart and bawl our eyes. like they have it all blended so well in one story. but the most satisfying emotion is probably the bittersweet and cathartic exhale we get to experience by reading these stories.
if you have other reasons to add, or more similar recs, feel free to reply!!!
i LOVE good stories!!!!
Is debut or die really that good? I mean the other two have similar genres but this one is different so I wonder if it’s really that good that you even compare it with this hunter stories
yes it is THAT good!
it's not hunterverse but it's a regression-ish story with system (and at some points in the novel, we will be introduced to multiple timelines, too).
despite the "idol" and showbiz setting, it's extremely realistic & relatable (if know how kpop & fandom works) BUT ALSO it breaks the rule to the point that the story ascends beyond the expectations and limitations we have for what we thought would be "just another entertainment".
it's also the most easy to re-read compared to ORV and M:STH because the story is balanced with a good amount of comedy and little heartwarming moments. i've only re-read M:STH once and never reread ORV, but DoD i have reread maybe 5 times.
i've recommend it to many people in a lot of social spaces and so far they're all hooked! and just this morning i read a new reader in my country's official platform said "why does moondae keep reminding me of kim dokja" hahahah.
I’m gonna add it to my tbr! thanks for the reccomendations:)
I FREAKING LOVE DOD
i've been wanting to read this for so long because the art style is so pretty.
but i've tried reading a few chapters when it first released and i DON'T like the FL nor the typa story...
i see the characters are adult now so i thought at least we'd get a better quality josei storyline, but nah... reading the comments, seems like the story sucks.
but i want to marvel at and study the pretty art.... but i also can't stand characters i don't root for and badly written stories..... ughhhhhhhhh... (╯°Д °)╯╧╧
I personally think you should still read it, just don’t take it too seriously. It’s a good binge read up to the point it’s at honestly and personally I think wanting to beat up the FL is part of the fun. Also there’s no way you can pass on Dohwa, he’s too fine so I say go for it just don’t expect this to be the best thing you’ve ever read….because well, it’s far from that writing wise.
i can't...!!! keunsejin and moondae's friendship, aughh, my heart!!!!! their friendship will only grow stronger and more heartwarming from here on, guys!!!! also love the group chat huhuhuhu testar are so cuuuteeee and loving with each other
but also... SEJIN??? EXCUSE ME— WHAT'S WITH THAT HOT, FOLDED-TO-THE-FOREARM, BLACK SHIRT???? it's not helping that he's so HUGE??!!! and him being so reliable, caring, and cool-headed??? AGHHH why is he so boyfriend material with a look that's so alpha, my heart is burninggg
(i love them better as bestfriends because that's how it is in canon but tbh i also don't mind keunsejin as moondae's alpha )
i love reading the topics and seeing keunsejin fans sprouting all over hahaha
speaking about sejin with black shirt...
I'M CUROUS HOW WILL HE LOOK LIKE PAST THE AGE OF 20~21??? like after they debuted 3 years... or 5 years later....???
I totally agree!!!! %
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i love how this story is literally about the many ways a person can grow and get closer towards his dream his insatiable hunger, man... can't believe i find another story (almost) as passionate as haikyuu.
what... the first chapter is good?!! beyond my expectation!
the main conflict as hook is immediate. the main character's intro is executed very well! the characters dynamic are funny the overall setup, the premise, and mystery-action-comedy vibe is also promising!
ohoho i hope the rest of the episodes are as good!
THE ML IS SO FUNNY TOOO DKSKSKSJHSAGAJ
only 3 chapters in (74-76)... and my eyes are already swollen... this story really is a beautiful, beautiful tearjerker
i always admire the visual storytelling and directing style of this webtoon...!!
the storyboarding, pacing, panelling, and everything else is so good! makes the story even more engaging and enjoyable to read
so happy it's back now
Totally agree with you. I don't remember when was the last time the story, panellingg, etc. in a BL kept me this invested. Not since Cdn Anastasia turned into shit, at that was a loooong ago
i'm not the novel reader but i'm currently rereading and have reached chapter 57...
and what kwon jihan said about the final plot twist of the kimchi stew drama sounds so much like foreshadowing.
"the competition was about finding people who can reach the ultimate kimchi stew universe, something ordinary people don't know about.
a new kimchi stew world would open up, and the couple who won the competition were asked to be the pioneers.
basically, the whole thing was a tutorial to prepare the newbies for entering the new kimchi stew universe."
... sounds much like dungeons, chosen ones, and the gaia system, right?
meanwhile domin's summary of the drama:
"it's a grand drama about love, the han river, kimchi stew, and the deep philosophy of the universe!"
is like telling the reader that this webtoon is this kind of story....
han river is probably to symbolize "a romantic concept, moody/atmospheric/tragic setting, a certain sentiment, suicide & dying wishes, and where all problems are solved."
while kimchi stew resembles the dungeons and system—another big aspect of this story.
domin's review of the drama makes sense...
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you're close! the writers of that drama did make it to foreshadow what's to come related to gaia
holy... specird-nim from bato commented here herself haha.
holy... specird-nim from bato herself answered here hahaha!
so in the latest manhwa chapter, it's about to be his 21st birthday.
but based on the details in the novel (moondae's ID card / registration, his age difference with real Ryu Gunwoo, the year Gunwoo took CSAT), there is a high possibility that Sejin (along with Moondae and Ahyeon) were born exactly in the year 2000.
so this year they're already 25...!!! and is in their 5th year with TeSTAR
(so i'm a noona fan.... hahahahah!)