# Content Differences

This encompasses attitude, plot, and addition or removal of segments. It is preferred that you watch/read the original version when writing your synopsis.

### Examples

#### Alteration of original script

* [**Gakkou no Kaidan**](https://myanimelist.net/anime/1281/Gakkou_no_Kaidan)
  * The English team (ADV) was not given a translation for the series' script, and thus they made up words in sync with the characters' lip movements regardless of content accuracy.

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* [**Windaria**](https://myanimelist.net/anime/1130/Windaria)
  * The intentions and motivation of the main character have been changed. Additionally, the backstory of a supporting character has been completely modified.

### Additions

* [**Battle Royale**](https://myanimelist.net/manga/142/Battle_Royale)
  * Tokyopop's translation made "The Program" a reality TV show that was broadcasted to the world. This is not mentioned in the original Japanese release.
* [**Windaria**](https://myanimelist.net/anime/1130/Windaria)
  * Added narration in the introduction and the ending of the movie, but also during other moments of the story as well.

### Removal of scenes containing violence, nudity, or sexual references

* [**Dragon Ball**](https://myanimelist.net/anime/223/Dragon_Ball) / [**Dragon Ball Z**](https://myanimelist.net/anime/813/Dragon_Ball_Z)
  * Various edits made to address these aspects led to significant changes in dialogue and scenes, some of which have been omitted entirely. The Dragon Ball Fandom has a [list](https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_censorship_in_the_Dragon_Ball_series) keeping track of the censorship.
* [**One Piece**](https://myanimelist.net/anime/21/One_Piece)
  * Similar to Dragon Ball; here is a video covering censorship of one arc.

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