If you are anime/manga collector or fan, you have had a burning desire to learn how to draw the popular characters by yourself. However, you may be worried that you cannot draw as well as people in art clubs or in cartoon clubs because drawing is difficult - don't worry, many people feel the same way. This series was written to help those who are interested in drawing, but are worried about the challenges involved with it. If you change the way you look at an object - even just a little, you can succeed.

In this series, the author who has helped new talent to develop, including GHIBLI and MAD HOUSE, explains character design step by step using his own expertise and teaching materials. In the second volume, learn to master character's emotions and facial expressions!

For people who want to become a pro or those who want to show their original character designs, this book demonstrates how to enjoy drawing and fulfill your expectations. ANIME & GAME CHARACTERS, Vol. 3 shows how to bring to life common and everyday mannerisms, ranging from impulsive expressions, cuteness, and to looks of surprise. Learning to draw these will enable you to double the charm of your characters.

An enemy is creeping up on the hero, when the hero suddenly does a half-spin and sends him flying with a back roundhouse kick! Then the hero jumps up and on the way down delivers a punch to the enemy. Action scenes are the highpoints of a story. This book selects action and movements often used in popular combat games and explains these motions to allow you to master drawing them quickly starting out by tracing and, later, to draw your own original character performing.

Character design guidelines and drawing tips used by professional designers are compiled and presented in this guide to drawing anime and game characters. The authors, who are instructors of illustration and character design, impart the knowledge they have been using as educational material over the years.