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Manga in Theory and Practice: How to Create Villains

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Pub Date Aug 25 2026 | Archive Date Not set

VIZ Media | VIZ Media LLC


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How to create villains the Hirohiko Araki way!

Manga in Theory and Practice: How to Create Villains gives you a front-row seat as Hirohiko Araki, creator of the globally popular manga JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, shares the techniques of making a great villain, examines his own work, and breaks down the four basic structures of manga. With commentary from his editor, investigations of characters like DIO, and a study of the panel layout of The JOJOLands, this book will be a crucial part of your manga development.
How to create villains the Hirohiko Araki way!

Manga in Theory and Practice: How to Create Villains gives you a front-row seat as Hirohiko Araki, creator of the globally popular manga JoJo’s Bizarre...

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EDITION Hardcover
ISBN 9781974765539
PRICE $25.00 (USD)
PAGES 192

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