# Manga

Below are templates for commonly found background information aspects for manga entries. It is recommended to adhere to the phrasings as close as possible for consistency, but deviations can be made if necessary to preserve flow or if certain details cannot be found.

Template phrasings in <mark style="color:red;">red</mark> are necessary information to include. Text in <mark style="color:green;">green</mark> is optional.

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<summary>Awards</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> won <mark style="color:red;">PRIZE TYPE</mark> at\* <mark style="color:red;">AWARD</mark>.

**Notes**: \*Change to the appropriate preposition whenever it is necessary.

Major Japanese awards should be prioritized; some notable awards can be found in the[ MAL News Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=1393282), under Section III. In some cases, recognized international awards may be included.

Some notable awards include:&#x20;

* Shougakukan Manga Awards
* Manga Taisho Award
* Kodansha Manga Awards
* Japan Media Arts Festival Awards
* Seiun Awards
* Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize Awards

Any nominations of the above may be mentioned as well.

(VI.4.1 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [Berserk](https://myanimelist.net/manga/2/Berserk)
* [Kokenoshima](https://myanimelist.net/manga/104802)
* [Nyx no Lantern](https://myanimelist.net/manga/120779/Nyx_no_Lantern)

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<summary>Rankings</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> ranked <mark style="color:red;">POSITION</mark> in the <mark style="color:red;">SURVEY NAME</mark> for the <mark style="color:red;">DIVISION/CATEGORY NAME</mark>.

**Notes**: Fan/community polls and reviewer opinions **do not** count. Significant sales achievements, such as placing high on Oricon's Yearly Manga Rankings, can be noted. Kono Manga ga Sugoi! and Tsugi ni Kuru Manga Awards are also included in this category.

(VI.4.2 and VI.4.3 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [86](https://myanimelist.net/manga/104039/)
* [Kaguya-sama wa Kokurasetai: Tensai-tachi no Renai Zunousen](https://myanimelist.net/manga/90125/Kaguya-sama_wa_Kokurasetai__Tensai-tachi_no_Renai_Zunousen)
* [Umi ga Hashiru End Roll](https://myanimelist.net/manga/142457)

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<summary>International Licenses</summary>

**Phrasings:**

* **Ongoing Publication**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> has been published in <mark style="color:red;">LANGUAGE</mark> <mark style="color:green;">as</mark> <mark style="color:green;">\[i]SERIES TITLE IN SPECIFIED LANGUAGE\[/i]</mark> by <mark style="color:red;">LICENSOR</mark> <mark style="color:green;">under the IMPRINT NAME</mark> <mark style="color:green;">imprint</mark> since <mark style="color:red;">DATE</mark>.
* **Completed Publication**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> was published in <mark style="color:red;">LANGUAGE</mark> <mark style="color:green;">as</mark> <mark style="color:green;">\[i]SERIES TITLE IN SPECIFIED LANGUAGE\[/i]</mark> by <mark style="color:red;">LICENSOR</mark> <mark style="color:green;">under the IMPRINT NAME</mark> <mark style="color:green;">imprint</mark> from <mark style="color:red;">DATE,</mark> to <mark style="color:red;">DATE</mark>.

**Notes**:&#x20;

If the translated series title is the same as the original Japanese title, then it should not be included.

Information about digital releases should only be given if the publication precedes the print version by more than two months or the print release date is unknown.

For an ongoing publication, if the publication date of the final volume is listed to be released more than two months from the time of writing, **do not** use the completed publication phrasing; use the ongoing publication template. This is because such a projected release date is likely to change, and, in the case it does, it will cause the background information to present inaccurate details in the future.

Common English Licensors: Kodansha Comics USA, Seven Seas Entertainment, Tokyopop, Vertical Inc., Viz Media, Yen Press.

(VI.3 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [21st Century Boys](https://myanimelist.net/manga/743/21st_Century_Boys) (with an imprint)
* [Durarara!!](https://myanimelist.net/manga/14841/Durarara)
* [Horimiya](https://myanimelist.net/manga/42451/Horimiya)
* [Katakoi Lamp](https://myanimelist.net/manga/133996) (print and digital)
* [Mainichi Kiss shite li desu ka? ](https://myanimelist.net/manga/103655)(digital only)
* [Solo Leveling](https://myanimelist.net/manga/121496/Solo_Leveling)

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<summary>Original Source from Web Novel Website</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> began as a web novel on <mark style="color:red;">WEB NOVEL WEBSITE</mark> <mark style="color:green;">under the title "ROMANIZED TITLE" (KANJI OF JP TITLE)\*</mark> on <mark style="color:red;">DATE</mark>. <mark style="color:red;">PUBLISHER</mark> has released a revised and illustrated version of the series since <mark style="color:red;">DATE</mark>, under its <mark style="color:red;">LIGHT NOVEL LABEL</mark> label.

**Notes**: <mark style="color:green;">**\***</mark>**Only use this if the web novel title differs from the light novel.**

Light Novels and Novels **ONLY**. The use of quotation marks in this case is **an exception** to the Style Guide's rule, where quotation marks should only be used for titles of individual songs and albums.

(VI.6.5 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [Watashi ga Seijo? Iie, Akuyaku Reijou desu!: Seizon Route Mezashitara Naze ka Seijo ni Natteshimaisou na Ken](https://myanimelist.net/manga/131230) (different web novel title)
* [Ookami Ryoushu no Ojousama](https://myanimelist.net/manga/117086)
* [Shin Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei: Cygnus no Otome-tachi](https://myanimelist.net/manga/133005)

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<summary>Original Source from Web Manga</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> is a web manga released on the author's <mark style="color:red;">Twitter/pixiv/etc account(s)\*</mark> since <mark style="color:red;">DATE</mark>. Official serialization began in <mark style="color:red;">MAGAZINE</mark> on <mark style="color:red;">DATE</mark>.

**Notes**: <mark style="color:red;">\*</mark>Choose which accounts are applicable.

(VI.6.5 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [Conveni de Kimi to 5-funkan.](https://myanimelist.net/manga/138802/Conveni_de_Kimi_to_no_5-funkan)
* [Futago-tachi no Shojijou](https://myanimelist.net/manga/127131)

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<summary>Original Source from Other Media</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> is an adaptation of <mark style="color:red;">TYPE OF MEDIA</mark>.

**Notes:**&#x20;

If the source material is eligible\* for the MAL database, you can mention it only in ambiguous cases, such as a manga being serialized before an anime that is an original work.

\*Eligible source material refers to an anime, light novel, another manga, etc., that qualifies for its own MAL database entry.

Source materials that can be mentioned include video games, visual novels, live-action series, drama CDs, etc.

(VI.1.2 and VI.1.3 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo!: Fantastic Days](https://myanimelist.net/manga/145444)
* [Watashitachi no Shiawase na Jikan](https://myanimelist.net/manga/11734/Watashitachi_no_Shiawase_na_Jikan)
* [The Remarried Empress](https://myanimelist.net/manga/123475)

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<summary>Adaptations</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> was adapted into <mark style="color:red;">ADAPTATION TYPE</mark>.

**Notes**: If the manga/light novel was published after the first iteration of the franchise, **no adaptation information should be included**. (Ex. [Lycoris Recoil](https://myanimelist.net/manga/150973/Lycoris_Recoil))

One way to help determine if the manga is the first iteration is to check the **Related** section, particularly Alternative Version and Adaptation. The former may point to a light novel or another manga adaptation; the latter will refer to an anime entry. The first iteration will have the **earliest** release date. If the entry in question does not have this, it is likely that it is not the first iteration. Cross-check with reliable external sources to support your conclusion.

Do not mention adaptations that already have or will receive a MAL entry, **most notably anime adaptations**.\
\
See Q6 in the [FAQ](https://malrewrite.gitbook.io/important-docs/important-documents/background-information/faq) section and section VI.1 of [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104) for more information.

**Examples**:

* [Versailles no Bara](https://myanimelist.net/manga/660/Versailles_no_Bara)
* [Joshikousei no Mudazukai](https://myanimelist.net/manga/98607/Joshikousei_no_Mudazukai)

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<summary>Inspiration</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> inspired <mark style="color:red;">TITLE OF WORK/FRANCHISE</mark>.

**Examples**:

* [All You Need Is Kill](https://myanimelist.net/manga/18511/All_You_Need_Is_Kill)
* [Shoujo Kakumei Utena](https://myanimelist.net/manga/772/Shoujo_Kakumei_Utena)

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<summary>Additional Releases</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> was re-released <mark style="color:green;">in a NEW FORMAT</mark>.&#x20;

**Notes**: **Release information about tankoubon volumes should not be included**; it is a common practice for publishers to release tankoubon volumes after the series' magazine serialization. This **does not** apply to manhwa and manhua, and such info can be placed in the BG info.

However, **other special releases can be included**, such as aizoubans, kanzenbans, bunkobans, etc.

For re-issue or special edition publications, their release dates are not necessary and **should not** be included. You may include other details about the new edition; adjust the wording accordingly to fit the entry's circumstances.

(VI.6.3 and VI.6.4 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Example**:

* [Akuma to Love Song: Encore](https://myanimelist.net/manga/135397)
* [Aria](https://myanimelist.net/manga/81)
* [Koakuma Meringue](https://myanimelist.net/manga/14670/Koakuma_Meringue)

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<summary>Hiatus</summary>

**Phrasing**:

1. <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> was temporarily put on hiatus on <mark style="color:red;">DATE</mark> due to <mark style="color:red;">REASON</mark>. <mark style="color:green;">The manga continued serialization on DATE.</mark>
2. <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> was placed on indefinite hiatus since <mark style="color:red;">DATE</mark> due to <mark style="color:red;">REASON</mark>.

**Notes**: Depending on the entry's circumstances, the template should be adjusted accordingly.

(VI.6.1 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [Majo to Yajuu](https://myanimelist.net/manga/106204/Majo_to_Yajuu)
* [Nana](https://myanimelist.net/manga/28/Nana)
* [World Trigger](https://myanimelist.net/manga/48151/World_Trigger)

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<summary>Discontinuation</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> was discontinued due to <mark style="color:red;">REASON</mark>.

(VI.6.1 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [Kimio Alive](https://myanimelist.net/manga/128924)
* [Koisuru Hetare wa Itsumo Bukiyou](https://myanimelist.net/manga/148766)
* [Ore ni mo Aitsu ni mo Kokuranaide Kure](https://myanimelist.net/manga/152396)

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<summary>Circulation</summary>

**Phrasing**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> has over <mark style="color:red;">TOTAL COPIES SOLD</mark> in circulation as of <mark style="color:red;">MONTH YEAR</mark>.

**Notes**: Only for entries with notable cumulative sales.

(VI.4.2 of the [Manga Guidelines](https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=141104))

**Examples**:

* [Guin Saga](https://myanimelist.net/manga/14066/Guin_Saga)
* [One Piece](https://myanimelist.net/manga/13/One_Piece)

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<summary>Simulpub</summary>

**Phrasing**:&#x20;

* **Ongoing Publication**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> has been simulpub digitally in <mark style="color:red;">LANGUAGE</mark> <mark style="color:green;">as \[i]SERIES IN SPECIFIED LANGUAGE\[/i]</mark> by <mark style="color:red;">COMPANY</mark>/through <mark style="color:red;">NAME OF SERVICE</mark>.
* **Completed Publication**: <mark style="color:red;">\[i]SERIES TITLE\[/i]</mark> was simulpub digitally in <mark style="color:red;">LANGUAGE</mark> <mark style="color:green;">as \[i]SERIES IN SPECIFIED LANGUAGE\[/i]</mark> by <mark style="color:red;">COMPANY</mark>/through <mark style="color:red;">NAME OF SERVICE</mark>.

**Notes**:&#x20;

If the translated series title is the same as the original Japanese title, then it should not be included.

**Simulpub** refers to the simultaneous publication of the series (usually North American release) alongside the original release. For example, if the Japanese release is scheduled for Tuesdays at 12:00 AM, the NA release will coincide with it.

**Examples**:

* [31-banme no Okisaki-sama](https://myanimelist.net/manga/121362/)
* [Beast Children](https://myanimelist.net/manga/120062/Beast_Children)
* [Cry Me a River](https://myanimelist.net/manga/162915/Cry_Me_a_River)
* [i tell c](https://myanimelist.net/manga/133306/i_tell_c)
* [Flip the Script](https://myanimelist.net/manga/167066/Flip_the_Script)

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### Other Examples for References

* [Ame to Kimi no Mukou](https://myanimelist.net/manga/114090/Ame_to_Kimi_no_Mukou)
* [Another](https://myanimelist.net/manga/29699/)
* [Chitose-kun wa Ramune Bin no Naka](https://myanimelist.net/manga/130231/Chitose-kun_wa_Ramune_Bin_no_Naka)
* [Kami no Shizuku](https://myanimelist.net/manga/3964/)
* [Koe no Katachi](https://myanimelist.net/manga/48621/Koe_no_Katachi)
* [Mo Dao Zu Shi](https://myanimelist.net/manga/137200/)
* [Nejishiki](https://myanimelist.net/manga/10521/)
* [Save Me](https://myanimelist.net/manga/137309/Save_Me)
* [Shingeki no Kyojin](https://myanimelist.net/manga/23390/)
* [Urotsukidouji](https://myanimelist.net/manga/11821/)