[00:00 - 00:06]Video covering not advertiser friendly content

[00:07 - 00:12]Uncensored version available on Patreon

[00:48 - 00:58]Special guest Shindo Elle, a manga artist

[00:48 - 00:58]Shindo Elle known for creating "Metamorphosis"

[02:31 - 02:36]"Metamorphosis" is a popular and infamous ero-manga

[03:53 - 04:00]Shindo Elle's inspiration for "Metamorphosis"

[04:34 - 04:42]"Metamorphosis" compared to the film Requiem for a Dream

[05:58 - 06:04]Planned out story from the beginning

[07:05 - 07:13]Editors had to cut some parts for magazine publication

[07:42 - 07:49]Drug use and heavy themes in "Metamorphosis" are rare in Japanese media

[00:00 - 07:49]Shindo Elle, a manga artist known for creating the popular and infamous ero-manga "Metamorphosis", discusses the inspiration and development of the story with special guest appearance on a video covering not advertiser friendly content. The uncensored version is available on Patreon and the story was planned out from the beginning, with some parts cut by editors for magazine publication. The manga features rare themes such as drug use in Japanese media.

[07:50 - 07:55] The speaker discusses the presence of drug use in manga and hentai, specifically mentioning Macoon and aphrodisiacs.

[10:44 - 11:01]They also touch on the use of memes and the unexpected popularity of their work, Metamorphosis.

[11:07 - 11:15]The speaker wanted to make their work entertaining and didn't intentionally include a message.

[11:29 - 11:39]Metamorphosis gained popularity over time, despite being initially pushed to the back of magazines.

[12:25 - 12:41]The speaker and interviewer discuss the trend of streamlining hentai for quick gratification.

[14:08 - 14:13]The speaker's experiences growing up in New York may have influenced their storytelling style, but they try to make their work appeal to a Japanese audience.

[14:08 - 14:13]The speaker mentions their transition from living in New York to drawing eromanga in Japan.

[14:08 - 14:13]Japan's larger manga industry and lack of competition in the eromanga market drew the speaker to Japan.

[07:50 - 15:08]The speaker discusses drug use in manga and hentai, their unexpected popularity, and the influence of their experiences growing up in New York on their storytelling style. They also discuss the trend of streamlining hentai and their transition to drawing eromanga in Japan due to its larger manga industry.

[15:14 - 15:32] The speaker discusses their experience with self-publishing and selling their work.

[15:32 - 15:37]They mention the convenience and accessibility of online platforms for uploading and sharing their work.

[16:29 - 16:35]The speaker talks about their interest in the "aeromanga" (erotic manga) genre and their beginnings in the industry.

[16:35 - 16:44]They mention their first dojin (self-published work) was a Planet of the Apes parody.

[19:19 - 19:25]They discuss their transition to professional publishing and mention their work being picked up by a publisher.

[19:26 - 19:37]The speaker talks about their interest in "aerocides" (erotic side of manga) and how they choose which works to draw.

[19:48 - 19:55]The speaker also talks about their interest in video games and reading novels.

[20:56 - 21:04]They mention their art education and the importance of research in drawing erotic manga.

[21:52 - 22:01]The speaker discusses their preferences and expanding their style while still staying true to human anatomy.

[22:29 - 22:42]They mention their popular series "Metamorphosis" and other long form works such as "T.S.F." and "Dragon Ball."

[15:08 - 22:50]The speaker provides a comprehensive summary of their experience as a self-published and professional "aeromanga" artist.

[22:50 - 22:56]The speaker discusses different works and books, including "Bully One" and "Dozer"

[23:09 - 23:15]They mention the training arc in the Dragon Ball series and a specific work called "Broly"

[24:19 - 24:26]The speaker talks about the creative process and how ideas come to them, sometimes from other works or experiences

[27:25 - 27:34]The speaker mentions having assistants and their daily routine of working on serialized manga

[28:39 - 28:46]They mention gaining notoriety and being able to work on their own schedule

[30:11 - 30:19]The speaker discusses their work "Metamorphosis" and the reactions it received from Western and Japanese audiences

[30:11 - 30:19]The speaker discusses the difference in reaction from Western and Japanese audiences to "Metamorphosis"

[30:19 - 30:32]They mention balancing story and sex in their works, with the goal of creating a story with sex in it rather than a story solely focused on sex

[31:04 - 31:11]They mention the karaoke scene and the confusion of whether it was meant to be a story or porn

[31:11 - 31:22]The speaker talks about their approach to creating a story with sex in it

[22:50 - 31:37]The speaker discusses different works, their creative process, reactions to their work, and balancing story and sex in their works, as well as their daily routine and approach to creating a story with sex in it.

[33:03 - 33:22]Discussion about incorporating story and sex in hentai manga

[34:09 - 34:16]Impact of cultural norms and expectations in Japan on the portrayal of sex in manga

[34:09 - 34:16]Importance of balancing story and sex in creating a successful work

[34:23 - 34:35]Challenges of incorporating story in a genre known for explicit content

[35:22 - 35:38]Use of tropes and cliches in hentai manga and personal preferences

[36:59 - 37:05]Discussion about the vast amount of pornographic content in Japan and its popularity

[38:11 - 38:19]Brief mention of copyright laws in Japan and their impact on dojinshi (fan-made manga)

[39:50 - 40:01]Ways in which dojinshi artists make a living, including events and magazine work

[40:15 - 40:20]Comic Market (Comiket) as a major event for dojinshi artists to showcase and sell their work

[40:15 - 40:20]The popularity and size of Comic Market, with over 100,000 attendees

[31:37 - 40:26]Discussion about the challenges and techniques of incorporating story and sex in hentai manga, the impact of cultural norms and tropes, and the popularity of pornographic content in Japan and at events like Comic Market.

[42:25 - 42:33]Comic Cat is one of the biggest conventions in the world for self-published content.

[45:53 - 45:59]Skib is a popular platform for commissioning high-quality artwork, especially in the hentai genre.

[45:53 - 45:59]Skib has a feature that auto-translates English commissions to Japanese, making it easier for English-speaking artists to work with Japanese artists.

[45:59 - 46:12]It is less accessible in the US or UK compared to Japan, where similar content can be found in Akihabara.

[46:17 - 46:25]Booths at Comic Cat are highly sought after and prioritized for established artists.

[46:17 - 46:25]New artists have a hard time standing out among the thousands of booths at Comic Cat.

[46:17 - 46:25]Twitter and other online platforms have become important for promoting and growing an artist's audience.

[46:36 - 46:42]It features a variety of genres, including hentai, novels, and music.

[47:25 - 47:37]In the hentai world, there are trends and metas that become popular among artists.

[47:53 - 48:02]One example is the "fixed camera" meta, where the same scene is depicted from different angles or positions.

[40:26 - 48:11]In general, Comic Cat is a massive convention for self-published content, with prioritized booths for established artists and trends that come and go among artists in the hentai genre.

[55:52 - 56:01]Discussion of a fight scene in a movie and how it relates to sex

[56:21 - 56:42]Realization of a trend in 80s movies where sex is depicted through time lapse montages

[56:42 - 56:51]Discussion of incorporating new and original ideas into artistic work

[56:51 - 56:57]Incorporating personal research and interviews with individuals with unique experiences for accuracy in drawing sex scenes

[56:57 - 57:05]Importance of drawing what interests the artist and having fun with it

[56:57 - 57:05]Respect for artists who draw what is popular, but personal preference to add a unique twist

[56:57 - 57:05]Discussion of the character "Sachi" and how it relates to real-life experiences

[57:05 - 57:14]Potential release of a "director's cut" or alternate ending for the manga Metamorphosis

[57:05 - 57:14]Balancing action and storyline in manga due to page limitations

[57:05 - 57:14]Personal choice to stick with the genre of hentai due to its endless possibilities

[57:05 - 57:14]Potential for future projects within the hentai genre, including a sci-fi epic

[57:14 - 57:20]Example of adding a twist to a conventional boy meets girl story

[57:14 - 57:20]The potential for any story to be improved by adding sex

[48:11 - 57:20]Discussion of a variety of topics related to drawing sex scenes in manga, including incorporating unique twists, personal research, and the endless possibilities within the hentai genre.

[57:34 - 57:41] The speaker discusses the lack of sex scenes in space and the potential for stimulating experiences in zero gravity.

[1.03:08 - 1.03:15]The speaker talks about the growing skill inflation in the hentai industry and how it can make it difficult for artists to make a living.

[1.03:08 - 1.03:15]They discuss the rise of online platforms like Patreon and OnlyFans for hentai artists to make money.

[1.04:31 - 1.04:51]The importance of having a strong online presence for success in the industry is mentioned.

[1.04:56 - 1.05:07]The example of a doujin artist who has found success in both hentai and mainstream media is given.

[1.05:07 - 1.05:18]They mention the author of a manga series who used to create hentai before transitioning to mainstream manga.

[1.05:19 - 1.05:30]The potential for doujin artists to find success outside of the hentai industry through illustrations for light novels.

[1.05:42 - 1.05:50]The topic of V-tubers and doujin artists becoming V-tubers is brought up.

[57:20 - 1.05:58]The speaker discusses the hentai industry and the potential for artists to find success through online platforms and mainstream media. They also mention the growing skill inflation and the importance of having a strong online presence for success. The topic of V-tubers and doujin artists becoming V-tubers is also discussed.

[1.05:59 - 1.06:07] The speaker asks about the black censorship lines in manga and the reasons behind it.

[1.06:54 - 1.07:01]The censorship is due to pressure from publishers and government, especially before major events like the Olympics.

[1.08:47 - 1.09:00]The censorship has become more strict over the years, with more required blacked out areas.

[1.11:07 - 1.11:14]Some creative ways have been used to get around censorship, such as working with angles and not showing faces.

[1.12:50 - 1.13:06]The speaker tries to push boundaries and make their work unique, but not solely for shock factor.

[1.13:06 - 1.13:24]The speaker explains that the doujin industry may care more about international standards compared to the mainstream anime industry.

[1.14:37 - 1.14:44]The speaker also discusses the balance between making art and being tasteful/appropriate.

[1.05:59 - 1.14:52]In summary, the speaker discusses the reasons and methods behind censorship in manga and how it has evolved over the years. They also touch on the relationship between the industry and international standards, and the importance of balancing art with appropriateness.

[1.14:57 - 1.15:04]The speaker discusses their views on writing and how characters are meant to push a storyline.

[1.15:10 - 1.15:19]They argue that writers should not shy away from writing about difficult or taboo topics in their stories.

[1.15:35 - 1.16:06]The speaker then introduces a sponsor for the podcast, a monthly subscription snack box service that delivers Japanese snacks and tea.

[1.16:58 - 1.17:03]They discuss a popular tag in doujins (self-published manga), "Futa", and how it is often found in doujins.

[1.18:56 - 1.19:01]The speaker shares their personal experience with the tag and how they try to put their own twist on it in their work.

[1.19:18 - 1.19:24]They discuss another popular tag, "Eye Penetration", and the appeal of breaking the laws of physics.

[1.20:43 - 1.20:57]The speaker and host discuss the appeal of non-vanilla tags and why they may be drawn to drawing or writing about them.

[1.22:04 - 1.22:11]They mention a specific artist, Gojila-sensei, and how they appreciate their talent in drawing even though they may not be personally interested in the topic.

[1.22:37 - 1.22:45]The speaker shares their own thoughts on creating porn if they had the talent, and how it would give them the power to create exactly what they want to see.

[1.14:52 - 1.23:06]The speaker discusses their views on writing, introduces a sponsor, and discusses popular tags in doujins, including their personal experiences and thoughts on creating porn.

[1.30:44 - 1.30:50]Person discussing their interest in certain tags in hentai

[1.31:55 - 1.32:01]Mention of collaboration with another artist on a doujinshi about girls who have had their limbs cut off

[1.31:55 - 1.32:01]Mention of hentai being considered vanilla compared to the doujinshi world

[1.32:01 - 1.32:07]Discussion about potentially reading and discussing doujinshi recommended by the person being interviewed

[1.32:07 - 1.32:12]Tags include birth, metamorphosis, cultural anthropology, cross-species, pregnancy, birthing, transgender, torture, scat, vomiting, gang bang

[1.32:07 - 1.32:12]Discussion about the vulnerability and attraction in these tags

[1.32:07 - 1.32:12]Mention of colleagues possibly having more extreme content

[1.32:07 - 1.32:12]Final mention of doujinshi called "Shindo El no Unka Jing Me Gaku" as a recommendation

[1.32:32 - 1.32:37]Person expresses curiosity and asks questions about these tags

[1.23:06 - 1.32:55]A person discusses their interest in various tags in hentai, including birth, metamorphosis, cultural anthropology, cross-species, pregnancy, birthing, transgender, torture, scat, vomiting, and gang bang. They express curiosity and ask questions about these tags and their attraction. They also mention collaborating with another artist on a doujinshi about girls who have had their limbs cut off and compare hentai to the more extreme doujinshi world. They suggest potentially reading and discussing doujinshi they recommend, specifically "Shindo El no Unka Jing Me Gaku".

[1.32:55 - 1.33:01]The speaker has been thinking about certain things for a while.

[1.33:01 - 1.33:07]They sometimes put their thoughts on paper.

[1.33:14 - 1.33:22]They enjoy reading dojans and watching porn.

[1.33:40 - 1.33:47]The speaker finds it fascinating that dojans can be easily accessible.

[1.36:51 - 1.37:33]Sake is being discussed and there is a discount code for viewers.

[1.38:12 - 1.38:18]The speaker is a fan of RPGs and is excited for upcoming games like Dragon Quest and Made in Abyss Action RPG.

[1.40:08 - 1.40:17]Some of the speaker's favorite manga and anime include works by Obata Takeshi and Togashi Yoshihiro.

[1.41:50 - 1.41:57]Death Note is praised for its adaptation into an anime.

[1.42:33 - 1.42:39]The speaker has played over 200 hours of Elden Ring and enjoys first-person shooter games like Apex.

[1.43:32 - 1.43:39]They also mention playing Battlefield 3.

[1.43:54 - 1.44:12]The speaker is a full-time manga artist but is currently taking a break to focus on personal matters.

[1.32:55 - 1.44:20]The speaker discusses their thoughts, interests, and hobbies, including reading and creating manga, playing video games, and drinking sake.

[1.44:20 - 1.44:38]The speaker is a retiree who enjoys gardening and drawing.

[1.44:45 - 1.44:54]They discuss finding inspiration from manga and incorporating elements into their work.

[1.44:54 - 1.45:04]They compare sex scenes to battle scenes and discuss techniques for depicting movement.

[1.47:28 - 1.47:34]The speaker mentions having different templates in their mind and occasionally changing things up.

[1.49:26 - 1.49:35]They mention the decline and recent resurgence of talent in the hentai industry.

[1.50:46 - 1.50:56]The speaker promotes their website and upcoming projects.

[1.51:28 - 1.51:33]They discuss their Patreon and encourage listeners to support them.

[1.51:48 - 1.51:56]The episode ends with a call to action to support the podcast and its guests.

[1.52:14 - 1.52:17]The hosts thank the speaker for coming and express their enjoyment of the episode.

[1.44:20 - 1.52:17]The speaker, a retiree, talks about finding inspiration from manga and incorporating elements into their work, specifically comparing sex scenes to battle scenes. They discuss techniques for depicting movement and mention the decline and recent resurgence of talent in the hentai industry. They also promote their website, Patreon, and upcoming projects. The episode ends with a call to support the podcast and its guests.