Gotta Go the Healing Route

Kazama Xi's personal information Shueisha has done a good job of keeping it secret. Apart from worrying about the author's personal safety, it may not be because he is afraid that those goddamn colleagues will come to corner him.

After all, Kazama Xi has not been serialized in Shueisha for a long time, and the two parties have not signed a long-term contract.It's really easy for Kazama Xi to change jobs.

Kitaoka Akira was relieved after contacting Aster Uemura and making sure that his Chinese cabbage, which had been planted with great difficulty and thrived, did not participate in it, and that there was no need to worry about being bullied by other pigs for the time being.

Wu Shanyun acted impulsively in this matter, but at least there was a limit, otherwise this matter would definitely not be a solution that could be easily let go.

It is precisely because of this that Kitaoka Akira said that he owed the boy a favor.

However, just after he owed a favor, the boy gave him another help that was really hard to refuse.

For the new publication developed by Shueisha this time, he has great determination to do it.Otherwise, with his qualifications, it would be no problem to have an honorable retirement as the editor-in-chief of Jump.

It is precisely because of the emphasis on the upcoming new issue that Akira Kitaoka had the idea of ​​poaching Kazama Yuki to the new issue more than once.

Compared with juvenile jumps of all ages, he also believes from the bottom of his heart that Kazama Xi's creative style and stories are more suitable for this "Youth Weekly Jump".

It's a pity that it can't be dug, even if there is a saying that the fertile water will not flow to outsiders' fields.

In the critical period when the three major pillars of Juvenile Jump are coming to an end, it is impossible for Juvenile Jump to let go of either of Wu Shanyun and Kazama Xi, who were finally unearthed.

As for the double opening... To be honest, he never thought about Zhicheng's hospitalization, plus the lessons learned from his old friend.

Killing chickens and picking eggs is a short-sighted behavior that destroys the future. The focus is on long-term and stable profits. This is the vision that an editor-in-chief should have.

But Kazama Xi took the initiative to bring it up this time.

And just like the boy's usual personality, he looks gentle on the outside and looks easy to talk to, but once he has made up his mind, he will not change.

But compared to Zhicheng Zhenren and Wu Shanyun's peers, the young man has a kind of tact that even adults can hardly possess.

Teenagers know how to make choices and know how to compromise when appropriate.

This may be one of the reasons why the boy can go so far in the comic genre of evil.

In short, Kitaoka Akira is still very relieved about Kazama Yuki.This reassurance has gradually turned into trust.

Since Kazama Xi said that there is no problem with double opening, it must not be like Zhicheng's desperate persistence, but he does have the ability and leeway to do this.

Then, the next thing is easy to say.

Looking at the two manga in front of him, placed on the coffee table, Kitaoka Akira immediately felt a sense of anticipation and attraction after his troubles were solved.

'This time, what kind of surprise will you give me? '

Yu Biechao's new work not only affects thousands of fans outside, but for this golden egg dug out by him in charge of the juvenile jump editorial department in the later period, it may also be one of the biggest gains in his editorial career, Akira Kitaoka Kazama Xi's expectations were very high.

Especially after "Death Note" and "Magic Girl Madoka Magica", two masterpieces, which are enough to be a treasure of a manga publication, were born one after another, this sense of anticipation is also growing.

Kitaoka Akira reached out and picked up the stack of sketches on the left.

The words "Chain Saw Man" were written on the cover of the white paper.

Unlike the title buffs of the light novels in Yu Kazama's previous life, the names of manga works have always been simple and clear, and it is best to go straight to the theme.

Whether it is Death Note or Madoka Magica, in fact, just by looking at the name of the work, you can tell what kind of work it is and what kind of story it tells.

The first name that caught Akira Kitaoka's eyes was "Flame Fist", which is a bit like the king's manga will get the name.

However, after a little thought, Kitaoka Akira picked up "Chain Saw Man" first, because the name is so unique.

According to Shueisha's old rules, the content of three chapters must be submitted first for a new serialization.

The first three chapters are the key to determine the fate of the entire comic, and also the key node for readers to become interested in a story comic and whether they are willing to continue reading.

Except for a few cases, experienced editors can judge the value and upper limit of a comic from the first three chapters.

Holding the sketch in his hand, Kitaoka Akira began to flip through it.

With the ability developed over the years, Kitaoka Akira is very fast in reviewing manuscripts. Although he is fast, he can accurately capture all the value and essence of manga.

But out of respect for the pseudonym 'Rainari', Akira Kitaoka's speed of flipping through the manuscript was actually very slow.

After all, in addition to the bold and interesting setting, the style that Yu Biechao has shown in the industry also has the interlocking and meticulous layout ability like gears.Foreshadowing and details are also one of the main reasons why Kazama Xi's works can arouse so much discussion.

However, as he read a page in the first half a minute, Kitaoka Akira's speed of turning over the manuscript became faster and faster in the end.

The time it takes to finish watching the first episode is about the same as the time it takes to finish watching the second and third episodes consecutively.

It wasn't until after watching the first three episodes of "The Chainsaw Man" that Kitaoka Akira put down the manuscript, picked up the glass of water that belonged to him on the coffee table, and drank it.

While drinking water, Kitaoka Akira pondered.

The content of the first three chapters of "The Chainsaw Man" shows the author's control over the rhythm.Simple and smooth, straight to the point, without the slightest procrastination that newcomers often make.

but....

Putting down the water glass in his hand, Kitaoka Akira looked up at Kazama Xi who was sitting on the sofa comfortably, with a look of surprise in his eyes.

If this drawing had not been delivered to him by Kazama Xi himself, he would never have thought that the owner of this drawing was Kazama Xi.

Akira Kitaoka is not referring to the style of painting. In fact, the only person in the industry who can draw this style of painting is estimated to be Yu Kazama.

Akira Kitaoka is referring to the whole story.

There is a huge difference between the story style of "Chain Saw Man" and Kazama Xi's consistent style.

To put it simply: this comic is mainly about fighting.

To sum up, this "Chain Saw Man" is a kingly comic.

The story of a boy named Denji and his partner become a demon hunter to defeat demons.The first three chapters of the manga simply and clearly reveal this main line.

Even with the shocking reversal of the story of "Magic Girl Madoka Magica", Kitaoka Akira can be sure that this is a truly kingly manga.

After being immersed in the industry for so many years, he can still distinguish between evil ways and kingly ways: Wang Daoman is great and upright, the subject matter is positive, the protagonist is kind and pure, the plot is usually a hero fighting a demon, and then the righteous side wins, and there is an innocent heroine , there are gay friends and happy friends, the theme is love, justice, realizing ideals, etc., and it is aimed at a wide audience.Most of Wang Daoman is passionate and will contain a lot of battle scenes.

As for Xie Daoman, it is a slanted sword, which will contain some dark sides, such as crime, terror, violence and other plots. Of course, Wang Daoman also has violence, but it will not be so explicit and bloody.

The protagonist of Xiedaoman will not be a little white rabbit, or the character design is powerful.And because of the addition of "evil", it is very convenient to discuss human nature, and the comics are more connotative and prone to controversy.

However, it is not quite right to say that "The Chainsaw Man" is a kingly cartoon.

Kitaoka Akira's many years of experience made him smell a little unusual in this story.

Justice triumphs over evil, love and friendship, other people will draw this kind of story Kitaoka Akira will not have the slightest fluctuation.

However, he is familiar with the boy's style.

Love, friendship, justice, such things as teenagers will never be easily displayed in front of readers.

The world view shown by the chainsaw man for the time being is not in the past towards the orthodox blood and kingly way.

The story is obviously kingly, but it presents an evil style everywhere.

"Is it a world full of demons? The protagonist is a man who is one with the demons."

Gathering his mind, Akira Kitaoka finally spoke.

"It's a very interesting setting, but, is this a kingly manga?"

Kitaoka Akira stared into Kazama Xi's eyes and asked.

"Yeah." Kazama Xi nodded.

"The orthodox kingly story, since it is a new serial, of course there must be something new."

"What a bold style..." Kitaoka Akira shook his head helplessly.

The things involved in juvenile creation have always been very bold.Whether it's the evil manga that debuted, or the second work to touch the declining magical girl theme.

Now, the evil way can no longer satisfy him, and he is heading directly to the realm of the kingly way.

However, the first three episodes of "Chain Saw Man" are also excellent in terms of rhythm, setting, and character design.

As for what this comic will become, it depends on the follow-up development.

"Royal way comics... let me see what kind of kingly stories you, a master of evil ways, can draw."

As Kitaoka Akira spoke, a strange look appeared on his expression.

I don't know if it's an illusion or something, but he always feels that this story has a strange taste.

Nervous.... The word flashed through Kitaoka Akira's mind.

However, Kitaoka Akira didn't care, and turned his attention to another manga - "Flame Fist".

Kitaoka Akira has almost figured out the specific idea of ​​Kazama Xishuangkai.

The new publication "Youth Weekly Jump" that Kitaoka Akira is in charge of is a subdivision of the juvenile jump readership.

Kazama Xi's kingly attempt is obviously going to be serialized on Shonen Jump.

Correspondingly, the rest of this work is an evil manga that continues Kazama Yuki's usual style and emphasizes connotation.

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"The serialization meeting will start the day after tomorrow. Next week, Mr. Kazama, you can start a new serialization. Get ready."

Kitaoka Akira put down the water glass and said that the boiled water in the glass in his hand had bottomed out, and the two drawings brought by Kazama Xi were put back on the coffee table.

"Of course, I won't be hosting the serial meeting this time. It will be hosted by Itakura, the new editor-in-chief of Shonen Jump. Please cooperate well."

Kazama Xi hummed lightly.

Kazama Yuki can be regarded as one of the top-ranked popular manga artists in the entire Shueisha. Basically, if he wants to start serialization, serialization meetings and other things are just a formality.

Kazama Xi demanded that the new work be serialized as soon as possible. Unless it was his own reasons, otherwise, there would be absolutely no hindrance from the jump editorial department.

"As for the serialization of the new issue that I am in charge of..."

Kitaoka Kosei picked up "Flame Fist" on the table again, and said in a deep thought:

"The first issue of the new issue of "Youth Jump" will be officially released in ten days, and your work will be published as the first article of the new issue."

"No problem." Kazama Xi said with a smile.

Next, Kitaoka Kounari and Kazama Xi finalized some specific things for the serialization, and they have said almost everything that needs to be said.

Seeing that the time was not coming early and all the goals had been achieved, Kazama Xi got up and said goodbye.The two sketches are naturally placed here.

Hearing Kazama Xi was about to say goodbye, Kitaoka Akira also got up and sent him all the way to the door of the editorial department floor.

When Yu Kazama was about to walk into the elevator, Akira Kitaoka stopped him.

"Kazama-kun..."

"Huh?" Kazama Xi turned around when she was stuck at the elevator door.