Tips for new manga reader
First thing that new reader need to know about manga is the that most manga is read from right to left. You will have to start reading from the back of the book and make your way toward the front. It may seem weird at first but after a few hours or even a few minutes of reading, you won't even realize that you are reading backwards.
Another things that new reader may find unusual is the use of honorifics in manga. Japan is a country that valued honor and have strict social rules. Hence, some of the words or expression cannot be translate into English, most translator will leave the honorifics on the characters names. These are some that manga reader will see a lot.
Now, lets give you some tips on what you may not understand in manga.
- kun: toward anyone of equal status, most commonly use among males.
- san: toward any older person, usually a man.
- chan: toward younger, usually female.
- sama: carries greater weight than -san, use to show respect.
Now, lets give you some tips on what you may not understand in manga.
Some common visual symbols.
- Sweat drop(s) = nervous
- Blush = embarrassed
- Prominent canine tooth = animalistic behavior, losing control
- Pulsing vein near or on forehead = anger
- Drool = leering
- Dog ears or tail = begging
- Ice or snow = on the receiving end of cold or cruel behavior
- Glowing eyes = intense glare
- Ghost drifting away from the body = fainting
- Shadow over face = extreme anger