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I’ve spent the past few days researching the circumstances in different countries, including financial situations. I understand that for many people, pirate sites are the only way they can read manga. I also understand that prices can be higher overseas. I’ve even seen people saying, “Don’t bring this issue up.” But if we do not speak up now, the value of Japanese manga and creative works, built through the sacrifices and relentless efforts of those who came before us, will be wasted. I’ve also seen people say, “Reading for free doesn’t hurt sales.” That is not true. “Free” lowers the value of things. Once people grow used to getting something for free, they stop looking toward legitimate versions. (I also understand that people who truly love a work will support it properly.) We pour ourselves into creating so readers can enjoy our work. Compensation matters, of course, but more than anything, I do not want to see its value diminished. To help people who cannot afford to buy it, or who do not have access to it, enjoy these works, Ando and I have been discussing this for a long time and exploring many ideas. I cannot share details yet, but we are working on it. Publishers are making efforts as well. I’m sorry it is taking time. But please stop hurling accusations like, “You are racists,” or saying misguided things like, “Piracy is free promotion for you.” We will continue doing everything we can so everyone can enjoy manga. And I ask one thing in return: please try to understand our perspective and our culture as well. ※I’m using a translation app.

"Cool Cat Topia" the Movie Cover

Nakayama Michiru Author of 'I Want the Losing Heroine to Win!' says she's TIRED of Overseas Fans demanding ships and changes to the plot: "People who read for free on foreign pirate sites think they have control over the story. I get a lot of demands like: 'If you don't pair XX with XX, you're not a real writer." "I’m thrilled to have fans overseas, but for how loud they are despite reading for free, I’d really appreciate it if they’d just drop some cash first."

Woke up at 5 to go to work. Oldest son got out of bed to hang out with me. I eventually get to the sunroom & about to leave. Me: Okay bud, now that I’m leaving, you need to either play downstairs or go back to bed. Which is it? Son: Um, I would like to say bye to you. Me: Oh right. Of course. Kid gives me a big hug, then just sits in a chair in the sunroom. While I’m backing out of the driveway, he walks over to a window & waves at me nonstop until I’m gone. It’s difficult to explain why, but that whole interaction made the whole day worth it.

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The Quartering is just Tophiachu with a Hat

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"I am the prize" women when a man notices she isn't actually much of a prize:

RaKai hit the Fortnite "Take The L" dance on El Rubius after eliminating him from the MrBeast event 😭