That it
takes you hundreds of hours to illustrate a single chapter for someone to
devour it in ten minutes is already heavy enough, but seeing comments from
users bragging that they read it for free on illegal sites is a real kick in
the stomach. The renowned adult content illustrator Manno decided to
break the routine to publish a video where he reflects on the enormous impact
that piracy has on the lives of independent creators.
The author
confessed that when he uploaded videos about his work under the Amagami
Honpo circle, he was shocked to read messages from people who openly
admitted to consuming his deliveries through unofficial pages. For Manno, this
situation is heartbreaking, because behind each delivery there are brutal days
of up to fourteen hours a day of continuous drawing that cause him intense back
pain, stiffness in his shoulders and constant migraines.
Unlike a
common office job, the illustrator's mind never switches off. The creator
explained that even when eating, bathing or going out with friends he continues
to think about the scenarios, positions and reactions of the audience, with the
disease being the only moment in which his head rests. In addition, he revealed
with bitter laughter that he tells his mother that he draws "romantic
comedies" out of pure pity, and that dedicating his life professionally to
this sector ruined the experience of enjoying other erotic works like any other
fan, since now he can only analyze them technically.
Iribitari
Gal ni Manko Tsukawasete Morau Hanashi is one of the most popular adult franchises in
the independent field in recent years. The work began its trajectory in
doujinshi events before making the leap to the commercial print market,
managing to exceed one million copies sold throughout its publication.
Manno began
his professional career in the pages of COMIC Kairakuten magazine in
2021 and, thanks to the resounding success of his stories with gyaru girls, he
managed to quit his traditional job to devote himself fully to illustration.
Although the author clarified that he does not seek to give speeches or speak
for the entire industry, he made a very sincere call for readers who enjoy his
work to consider acquiring the official versions, remembering that each
purchase is the reason why he can continue drawing.
