The Comic Artist and His Assistants

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  • TV-14
  • 2014
  • 1 Season
  • 6.4  (413)

The Comic Artist and His Assistants is an anime series that follows the daily antics of a talented manga artist and his team of assistants. The show revolves around the life of a man named Yuki Aito, who is known for his erotic manga. The story takes place in his studio, where he works day and night with his team to create the best manga in the industry.

Yuki Aito is the main character of the show, and he is portrayed as a quirky manga artist. He loves women and is notorious for trying to touch them inappropriately. He has a habit of blurting out his erotic fantasies, which often puts him in trouble with his assistants. However, despite his quirks, Yuki Aito is incredibly talented, and his assistants recognize his abilities as a manga artist.

The other characters in the show are Yuki Aito's assistants. They are all talented artists in their own right, and they work tirelessly to support Yuki Aito's vision. Sahoto Ashisu is the main female protagonist of the show, and she is Yuki Aito's longtime assistant. She is also the most patient of all the assistants, and she often tries to keep Yuki Aito in check.

Other assistants include Mihari Otosuna, who is an introverted artist, working from home. She is a skilled craftswoman and makes all of the merchandise for the studio. Another assistant is the handsome Kenta Fujikawa, who is often the source of Yuki Aito's jealousy.

The show is a slice-of-life comedy that focuses on the daily struggles of Yuki Aito and his assistants. The episodes are short, usually only about 12 minutes, and each one tells a different story. The humor in the show is lighthearted, and it often pokes fun at the manga industry.

One of the major themes of the show is the creative process. The audience gets to see how Yuki Aito and his team work together to create their manga. They discuss ideas, draw storyboards, and argue over the direction of the manga. The show provides an insight into the manga industry and the hard work that goes into creating a successful manga.

Another theme of the show is the relationship between Yuki Aito and his assistants. The assistants often clash with Yuki Aito over his inappropriate behavior, but they also recognize his talent as an artist. They work together to create a successful manga, and the show highlights the importance of teamwork and respect in the workplace.

The animation style of the show is bright and colorful. The character designs are unique and fit the personalities of each character. The backgrounds are detailed, and the show captures the atmosphere of a manga studio perfectly.

In conclusion, The Comic Artist and His Assistants is a lighthearted comedy that provides an insight into the manga industry. The show's quirky characters and humor make it an entertaining watch, and the themes of creativity, teamwork, and respect make it a show that is worth watching. If you're a fan of slice-of-life comedies or the manga industry, this show is definitely worth checking out.

The Comic Artist and His Assistants is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (12 episodes). The series first aired on May 8, 2014.

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E 12
12. E 12
June 23, 2014
Ashisu hopes to make her debut with a new author award. The end of the summer has the group analyzing their true nature through particular clothing choices.
E 11
11. E 11
June 16, 2014
Mihari's altered appearance is incredibly distressing to Aito. Cat sitting becomes a bit of an adventure for Sena and Aito.
E 10
10. E 10
June 9, 2014
Girls in bunny suits, long walks in the rain, and elevator problems are all in a day's work for Aito and his lovely assistants!
E 9
9. E 9
June 2, 2014
Mihari contemplates the small mistakes she may have made in her youth.
E 8
8. E 8
May 26, 2014
The chief editor comes to check progress, Aito's dream of becoming the little girl (almost) comes true, and Mihari threatens to reassign Aito to another editor.
E 7
7. E 7
May 19, 2014
Ashisu's little sister visits, Aito's editor decides to spend the night, and the littlest super assistant lets Aito into her circle of trust.
Let's Go to a Hot Spring
6. Let's Go to a Hot Spring
June 12, 2014
Aito chooses to spend his royalty check on the girls, inviting them to a relaxing vacation to the hot springs. But as always with Aito he has ulterior motives.
Shock in the Park/Someday/Using Those Around you for Inspiration
5. Shock in the Park/Someday/Using Those Around you for Inspiration
June 5, 2014
Aito is depressed that his manga ranked dead last, meets an unusual fan into he park, Ashisu dreams of being a professional, and our favorite mangaka uses his friends as drawing references.
M & S/ Introducing Bra-Mew/ Seventeen Mihari
4. M & S/ Introducing Bra-Mew/ Seventeen Mihari
May 29, 2014
Aito angers Seno who then takes her vengeance upon him. The group creates a new mascot that Ashisu ends up falling in love with. Mihari recounts the first time she met Aito.
Smutty Magazine Panic/Can I Nurse Her Back to Health?/The Black Comic
3. Smutty Magazine Panic/Can I Nurse Her Back to Health?/The Black Comic
April 21, 2014
Yuki's porno stash is found and the models look awfully familiar to Ashisu. When both of his assistants can't make it to work, Yuki's editor brings in a brilliant, yet cuddly cute, temporary assistant to help out.
A New Assistant Arrives/That's Important/First Time Together/
2. A New Assistant Arrives/That's Important/First Time Together/
April 14, 2014
There is a problem with the new girl who shows up to assist Yuki. Yuki's editor tries to persuade him to alter his manga to rise in the rankings, and Ashisu recounts her first day on the job.
Perfecting Breasts / Dream Job/Panty / Otosuna Mihari's Day Off
1. Perfecting Breasts / Dream Job/Panty / Otosuna Mihari's Day Off
May 8, 2014
Aito is a lowly manga artist trying to make his dreams come true, continually says and does things that make Ashisu his assistant uncomfortable in every way imaginable.
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Where to Watch The Comic Artist and His Assistants
The Comic Artist and His Assistants is available for streaming on the Anime Network website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Comic Artist and His Assistants on demand at Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    May 8, 2014
  • IMDB Rating
    6.4  (413)