Ever wanted to draw a manga, but could never form a coherent plot in your mind? Have a desire to draw with a creative individual who is serious about starting up a story and getting published? Then this entry is for you.

In light of me restarting the writing process of Sacred Force as of this evening, I decided to go out on a limb and put this out there, even though it is not guaranteed that I won’t fall out of rhythm again. As someone on the other end of the spectrum — I can write but cannot draw well enough — I am interested in getting the ball rolling for partnering with someone who:

Has a passion for art/drawing,

An interest in manga, and

Is genuinely excited about where I am going with my iStory, Sacred Force.

More specifically, I am looking for an “artist” who has a strong background and practice in drawing in traditional Japanese-style manga for the sake of getting together an ashcan. For now, this means I am only looking to get something out there to the public. You are expected to be prepared and comfortable with ALL of the following:

A scanner that you trust

OR

A tablet that you trust

Photoshop or other software (e.g. Manga Studio) for inking/toning/word bubbles

Becoming my trustworthy, reliable comrade

I won’t go into specifics of ashcan “specs” until I have someone who is willing to cooperate with my creative direction while still having enough freedom to utilize their cultivated style. I will be as flexible as possible with your schedule, receptive to potential ideas, and brutally honest about what I am looking for.

To be frank, I don’t know how far this sort of thing will go. I am very busy with a variety of responsibilities, but I have a sincere desire to become a published manga writer. So, the way I see it, the only thing to do is to start instead of wasting time mulling it over. I am also familiar with doujinshi and how Comiket is, but have no experience with printing. This person and I will have to learn the ropes together, unless they already know and that is a major plus.

Please take into account the following BEFORE you apply:

I will ONLY answer questions that are posted as a comment to this entry. Any questions asked in your application WILL be disregarded.

I will ONLY reply back to you if you have been chosen.

Your artwork and privacy WILL NOT be compromised or divulged publicly. If you are not chosen, your files will be discarded and you will still own the original piece.

All rights to Sacred Force as an original concept (characters, plot, text, etc.) belong to me. Credit will be given where credit is due, however.

I reserve the right to cancel our partnership at any time relations sour and/or we are unable to make proper agreeable progress.

Well…there’s my invitation. If you are at all interested in applying, please e-mail the following information to kairi period sukidane at googlemail. Applications will be taken until August 6th 00:00EST:

+ Subject (exactly like this): Sacred Force manga art application
+ Your preferred name/handle
+ Age
+ Gender
+ Approx. years of experience
+ Approx. time availability
+ Answering “yes” or “no” to my list of above requirements
+ One zipped file (.zip or .rar only) containing two varied samples of your most recent best and not-so-best work
+ Any additional comments

A very heartfelt thank you and my sincere appreciation goes out to anyone who does apply. I understand that you are sacrificing your time to do so. Please spread the word to others if you happen upon this entry.