# manga

日漫画风 - Anime/manga aesthetics with expressive characters

## Overview

Japanese manga art style characterized by large expressive eyes, dynamic poses, and visual emotion indicators. Versatile style that works across genres from educational to romantic to action.

## Line Work

- Clean, smooth lines (1.5-2px)
- Expressive weight variation for emphasis
- Smooth curves, dynamic strokes
- Speed lines and motion effects available
- Screen tone effects for atmosphere

## Character Design

- Anime/manga proportions: larger eyes, expressive faces
- 5-7 head height proportions (varies by sub-style)
- Clear emotional indicators (！, ？, sweat drops, sparkles)
- Dynamic poses and gestures
- Detailed hair with individual strands
- Fashionable clothing with natural folds

## Eye Styles

| Type | Description |
|------|-------------|
| Standard | Medium-large, 2-3 highlights |
| Educational | Friendly, approachable eyes |
| Dramatic | Intense, detailed irises |
| Cute | Very large, sparkly eyes |

## Background Treatment

- Simplified during dialogue/explanation
- Detailed for establishing shots
- Screen tone gradients for mood
- Abstract backgrounds for emotional moments
- Technical diagrams styled as displays

## Color Approach

- Clean, bright anime colors
- Soft gradients on skin
- Vibrant palette options
- Light and shadow with soft transitions
- Color coding for character identification

## Default Color Palette

| Role | Color | Hex |
|------|-------|-----|
| Primary Blue | Bright blue | #4299E1 |
| Primary Orange | Warm orange | #ED8936 |
| Primary Green | Soft green | #68D391 |
| Skin | Anime warm | #FEEBC8 |
| Background | Clean white | #FFFFFF |
| Highlight | Golden | #FFD700 |

## Visual Elements

- Speech bubbles: rounded (normal), spiky (excitement)
- Sound effects integrated visually
- Emotion symbols (sweat drops, anger marks, hearts)
- Speed lines and motion blur
- Sparkle and glow effects

## Quality Markers

- ✓ Expressive character faces
- ✓ Clean, consistent line work
- ✓ Dynamic poses and compositions
- ✓ Appropriate use of manga conventions
- ✓ Readable panel flow
- ✓ Consistent character designs

## Compatibility

| Tone | Fit | Notes |
|------|-----|-------|
| neutral | ✓✓ | Educational manga |
| warm | ✓ | Slice of life |
| dramatic | ✓ | Intense moments |
| romantic | ✓✓ | Shoujo style |
| energetic | ✓✓ | Shonen style |
| vintage | ✗ | Style mismatch |
| action | ✓✓ | Battle manga |

## Best For

Educational tutorials, romance, action, coming-of-age, technical explanations, youth-oriented content