The classic 'Heidi, Girl of the Alps' generation may have more resonance. It connects with their childhood memories.
Recommendation: The art book for "AKIRA". Katsuhiro Otomo's original drawings are still the industry standard even today.
The worldview of From the New World is based on real sociological and biological theories. This scientific foundation makes the whole setting more believable.
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 anime history: there aren't many works that can get people this invested. Frieren's charm 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.