The generation that grew up with the classic Heidi might resonate with it more. It connects to their childhood memories.
Recommendation: The art book for "AKIRA". Katsuhiro Otomo's original drawings are still the industry standard even today.
The world-building of From the New World is based on real sociological and biological theories. This scientific foundation makes the entire setting more credible.
Adding a recommendation for an old classic: the Mushishi manga. Yuki Urushibara's art style and storytelling are truly one of a kind.
If you are collecting original artwork, pay attention to the storage environment. Avoid direct sunlight, control the humidity, and use acid-free paper for protection.
From the perspective of animation history: there aren't many works that can make people this invested. The charm of Frieren lies in its depth and gentleness.
From a collector's perspective: If a repaired figure is done well, it won't affect the display effect. However, its resale value will drop.
From a historical perspective: the impact of Osamu Tezuka undercutting animation prices back in the day continues to this day. Change takes time.
The issue of out-of-print manga really troubles many collectors. Digitization can at least preserve these works.
The problem of fake figures has existed for a long time. But in recent years, the fakes have become increasingly realistic, so you really need to be careful.
