Worldbuilding For Your Stories: 10 Smart Tips

[@SpiriTracE]

Very important topic. I was once given the advice to treat my fictional world like a character. Know everything about it, like history, creatures, the hows and whys. It really adds to the foundation, making it easier to visualize a story/characters.

[@smilerdude4704]

I know this is two years old but here goes I did the same thing for my worlds I treated them like a character and I fell in love with them.

[@eliznasamson8464]

Famous quote: Don't obsessed to much of your character concept art

[@notoriouswhitemoth]

Everyone can fly, therefore no planes? By the same reasoning: everyone can walk, therefore no cars. Maybe planes are faster. Maybe they're not dependent on the person's health and stamina. Maybe they're a more practical way to travel long distances. Maybe cargo needs to be transported over long distances in bulk that would be impractical if not impossible for an individual to carry because of the weight.

[@teaartist6455]

Thank you, especially if they have wings their capacity to fly with armour or cargo would be very limited. If they fly with magic it could be easier but you can only have wings with so much surface before they get even more unpractical than they usually would be and only so much muscle mass to move them. In medieval-ish times the empires might be larger, though since you could probably move the troops faster or at least send fast messengers which was a huge problem back then. You'd mainly have to find a balance between armour and agility/stamina as well as figure out how to get the supplies to the frontlines quickly or otherwise have the soldiers carry some and/or get supplies from the surrounding land (which they did irl as well so I'm not sure how that'd work out overall). There is probably also different clothing, if they have wings I'd say it's quite likely that they just don't wear any kind of shirts or such in warmer areas and maybe some kind of slitted coat/cloak you can button up under the the wings in the cold? Or even a large one that goes over the wings for those that don't have a lot of physical activity to do? I'm really going to stop now or else I might end up writing an essay.

[@YoursTroolie]

Every time I watch this channel I have an inspiration overload, Can't wait to draw the first book of my comic!

[@Yoursocutehe]

Goodluck, mate!

[@JD-ky9ys]

Azwanis Abdosamad it’s been 3 years

[@YoursTroolie]

Sure has, still a nice thing to hear😉

[@JD-ky9ys]

YoursTroolie did u finish?

[@YoursTroolie]

@@JD-ky9ys Nope, I dropped the idea a long time ago😂

[@whytmangatv]

Learn to build a World for your series! Fictional or not! Enjoy

[@chrisprobablyananimator5082]

I am an animation student who's only hood at character design...This video helped me think of concepts for my bg design :)

[@casimiriii5941]

Whyt Manga this seems more like an introduction to your comic than a video about world building. Your video is complete crap. I'm sorry, but it's true.

[@christiansmith8950]

Whyt Manga can you build a world that is...you know..."out of this world". for example like building a planetary world full of a aliens and having that be takend place for the story, does that seem okay?

[@amarisjoseph]

Whyt Manga awesome content

[@Comic.215]

Christian Smith Yeah

[@garageman1989]

I concur. do not be afraid to create a world based on your imagination and inspiration. no one can tell you that it's wrong because whatever happens in the story is up to you. also, I would recommend using google maps as one method in getting inspirations for backgrounds if one can't be at that location.

[@brianvalerio5466]

Once the covid crisis is over i'll make sure to buy the 1st 2 volumes of appleblack.

[@whytmangatv]

Thank you! ENJOY in advance!

[@mdh1048]

@@whytmangatv great work man! You are an inspiration for myself, brother! I just ordered your two volumes and I can’t wait to read them. People like you can be great examples for the black community to go outside the box. I also have a question: what is the music in the background of this video with the guitar, it is so peaceful yet energetic?

[@JBroAlsoDraws]

I havent watched yet, but I'm glad you made this. I have so many characters and what I think is a pretty epic story in my head but Im really struggling to make the world around it make sense. xD

[@nathanwatson977]

J Bro Same... But lowkey thats like half of the people watching this

[@walterlozano3435]

why would anyone dislike this wtf

[@mugm8765]

your videos are amazing now i wanna go make my own comic

[@MichelleChulu]

Am so glad I discovered your channel, you have no idea

[@StigmataSasha]

All those tips. You read my mind. We think alike.

[@Unfazed1888]

I always get fired up once I watch a video from Whyt. His voice is motivational itself. He covers topics that make seems to make everyone go YAAASSSSS. I am no exception.

[@salviija774]

My worlds consist of lines where corners and things are. That's it. I needed this

[@rennypam6245]

Hey, Whyt is there any chance you could make a ten smart tips video for coming up with superpowers for your manga characters? Like for example Naruto (Chakra), Bleach (Reiatsu), One Piece (Devil Fruits, Hunter X Hunter (Nen). Thanks

[@wicked6865]

Enjoyed it hope you go far dude!

[@LittleBigVillains]

I don't know what you did, but I can finally hear you out of both ears! Sound is 1000x better

[@MonkeyDIvan]

Just came by to like the video and say thank you. You're really a big inspiration and you've helped me alot. It's nice to see you getting so much love and support. You deserve it. It's been a long way but you now have over 60 k subs. Congrats. I'll always be supporting you. Keep up the good work man!

[@gagegrogan4352]

Whyt manga I've got to say I'm creating my own manga and you have been a major help I've watched almost all your videos and all have been very helpful thank you for all that you do and I'll be purchasing volume 1 of apple black very soon and PLZ keep making videos like these

[@maduabeykoon6702]

U are able to make us manga legends with these tutorials man....👏👏👏👏

[@JohnPeterPressonProtopsaltis]

@Whyt Manga --my biggest criticism of a good swath of manga, particularly for some reason the Shonan genre -is that it seems as if a lot of it is written by gamers --the worlds are HUGE AND COMPLEX and the author/artists spend an inordinate amount effort micro detailing every aspect of the world the story is in, like a video game -something that works great in a video game, but in a comic swallows up the story. I think you missed a vital point -the universe a story is in is THE SERVANT OF THE STORY --one of my favorite literary figures -JRR Tolkein was an absolute master of world building, and very complex worlds at that, but a relatively succinct story line, and the "universe" only serves as a "prop" for the story. Some of the most evocative stories are relatively simple (they say there are only 4 story types). My first and foremost "rule" is --tell a great story, everything else serves the story. Just my thought --it was an interesting conversation at a comic creators meet up.

[@via7448]

Love your tips, thank you so sharing.

[@charliepilime7714]

can you do ten tips for clothing?

[@arthurtheartist9126]

He did

[@whytmangatv]

already did it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXrFq2yEecuHo7c

[@crossing.the.cosmos84]

Lol someone's wand could be his cigarette LOL...gotta check out the manga now

[@Almost-Nowhere]

Keep it up whyt! I'm hoping that more and more people will recognize your work and see how great of a comic/manga artist you are!

[@Zellow38]

Hey when did you stop using the g-pen? Honestly I loved the way your art looked when you used that and it makes me really happy to see that you create a pretty much identical look with microns (because I suck at drawing with nibpens and felt bad for not being able to draw with them).

[@saintnickyjk3936]

Thanks for the tutorials man! Just bought a copy of Apple Black , so excited!

[@Ari-xr2ye]

yaayy! the mic is balanced!

[@ggarmsprojetos4027]

whit adoro os seus videos cara,você explica muito bem e espero que você cresça na sua carreira.

[@Kripzzz-]

Thus is very helpful I'm actually working on a story of my own

[@gaduclair]

whyat when I start to draw I have a really good picture in my head but when I try to draw it it's not good do you have any tips?

[@maggintons]

Ive been watching Jojo and it has heavily inspired me to write a story similar somewhat to it.

[@RichoffClipping]

Hello I have a manga company and I'm looking for artist do you mind e mailing me your story if not it's ok

[@yousefmaher8206]

@@RichoffClipping Can i email you my story

[@kyle_dragneelkurasaki9736]

I love the looks of your manga I rlly wanna read it and I shall definitely purchase it

[@hibahiba363]

I was looking for this thank you whytmanga

[@crimsonglass4514]

i was surfing ur channel for tips about backgrounds cuz i have a huge problem wen it comes to the world behind the characters...i hope u keep diving into this eveey now and then

[@berry186]

When I first started the video I thought you was gonna give mediocre and vague tips. And I was like "yeah, I know that already." But, you really caught my attention when you really went into more details on you tips. Very impressive. I learned quite a lot, I appreciate you doing this video. ^_^

[@CorpCorboyPlaysMc]

My comics are basically just dishonoured 2 but set in the 1980s and 90s with walls of light, etc.

[@Nihilism110]

I requested this! ^^

[@mochiimochii4811]

Your videos are so damn helpful. I can’t wait to start my manga as soon as possible, thank you! :,D

[@CJarts-cw7pm]

Blessed by the God of sauce

[@keiarareddy6103]

Really enjoyed this video

[@pyrodays3099]

Is apple black volume 2 out yet? If not when can i expect to read it bro? PS love your tips, and tutorials, because of it im drawing more often then I use to!

[@acapital3876]

Can you make an updated version of this video? This video is still great

[@kyleegirl3300]

"A fox in a samurai costume..." *narrows eyes*

[@jafjafthegoat]

I’m making a manga that has this samurai jack vibe and art style

[@phoenixxking4156]

Hey Whyt Manga, Can you do a video of tips on doing elements and superpowers in your anime and or manga I could sure use some. Because it seems like animes like Dragon Ball, Naruto, Bleach, Seaven Deadly Sins, ETC have set the bar high for powers in anime and it could make or ruin your anime. So a video would be great of how to go about that topic thanks for your time.

[@crossing.the.cosmos84]

I learned some tips

[@h0enn558]

literal definition for wand wand wänd/Submit noun a long, thin stick or rod, in particular. synonyms: baton, stick, staff, bar, dowel, rod; More a stick or rod thought to have magic properties, held by a magician, fairy, or conjuror and used in casting spells or performing tricks. "the fairy godmother waves her magic wand and grants the heroine's wishes" synonyms: baton, stick, staff, bar, dowel, rod; More a staff or rod held as a symbol of office. synonyms: baton, stick, staff, bar, dowel, rod; More

[@whytmangatv]

yup and in the Apple Black world i have built I am redefining the word "wand".

[@Artacck]

You are the perfect dude

[@ramsestaveras1843]

Can you make a video of how to draw back muscles? Like a character from the back to see the muscles and that stuff. Thanks in advance, I love your videos, they've helped me a lot!

[@SniperRed0092]

You should link your tips, in case someone is looking for something specific.

[@__-fi6xg]

You are a true master in your craft, every video of yours is full of so many advanced/expert stuff after knowing the basics in art for this specific branch. Its just pure gold. But your older vids have some kinda mono sound problem wich(this is nothing personal) its just not nearly as enjoyable. Watch it for yourself with headphones on. You will get a headache after 30 mins max. I will highly appreciate it, if youd make a remaster of your older stuff, in what form or shape is totally up to you. If your really dig my idea, you could change the whole footage but to me, its already enough when i could hear your sexy voice in stereo.( both sides for everyone who didnt grew up on mono/stereo headphones^^... Shit im old...)

[@cavebrendan]

Whyt, Iv'e been trying to develop my own comic book for a few years now and iv'e always had one problem. I am never satisfied with my characters. How do you go about creating 3- dimensional characters that feel realistic? It would be a big help, thanks.

[@johnwaggoner1782]

Could you please elaborate on your question? It's kind of vague. Are you saying that you're unhappy with your character's appearance? That you're having trouble keeping the same style while drawing them, or that your style keeps changing? Or are you saying that the details of your characters change constantly because you keep having new ideas for how they should look or what they should have with them? Or are you saying that you're unhappy with your character's personalities and/or world in which they live? And when you say realistic, are you asking for tips on making photo-realistic characters, or do you want your character's proportions and attire to appear believable in whatever style you prefer (manga, western comics, cartoony, etc)? There's a lot of room for interpretation there, so if you could focus your question in a bit more, you'll probably get a lot more answers. I'd be happy to take a crack at answering (as long as paragraphs aren't required...god knows I'd right them, but the internet hates that shit).

[@cavebrendan]

I mean personality wise. As in how to make them feel like like real people. I can never seem to come up with a character that really resonates with me on an emotional level.

[@berry186]

What I usually do is sit down with each character in my book/manga/comic and put myself (or mind in this case) in their shoes. What are they like? would I like this person is I was talking to them irl? how would my family (or someone you love) perceive them as a person if they knew them? when you can answer those questions you start to get a sense of feeling like that character can be a real person. Give them some kind of flaw, fear, or hidden past (no one can relate to a perfect or goody two-shoes character that does everything right.)

[@JohnPeterPressonProtopsaltis]

@Brendan Cave --I would say -don't worry so much of the details -the story of any comic is more important than the world around that story. The structure of any of the great stories of mankind is relatively simple that involves a protagonist who has some sort of "quest" (adventure, romance, etc), an antagonist (be that a villain, or set of circumstances) that is set to undo or impede the protagonist, the "journey" (whatever form that takes) and then the protagonist, through a combination of skill, gained insights, dumb luck, divine intervention or combination of some or all of the above, prevails victorious. Good guys win, bad guys lose (unless you are into Dark Side Endings). Bottom line is tell a great story -everything usually will fall into place.

[@daikon3199]

Same man I've redone my main character's origin story like 7 times. No cap...I feel like it's not enough and I keep adding and deleting lore.

[@berserk_fox_8317]

Whyt manga I love apple black but when is the next volume coming out?

[@afroninjawrld]

Afro Ninja approved 🥷🏾🤙🏾

[@arthurtheartist9126]

Hey whyt, you may have answered this in a video, but I might not have noticed but, did you name Sano, "Sano" because San in Japanese is 3 and 3 is the number that represents the trinity?

[@daikon3199]

Could be an Easter egg

[@sandinochristian]

Not using the G-pen for this page?

[@whytmangatv]

nah lol

[@3ryuken]

I think i wanna master your drawing style,,I think it's cool..And also I love your vids...

[@wcrfish7233]

Thank you!

[@Funnywargamesman]

Could we please have timestamps?

[@jaredtherock5692]

For the languages, Bionicle's Matorean language is a good example.

[@toakamar8369]

I love Bionicle's world it's so in depth!

[@jaredtherock5692]

Cameron Desroches Very much so. Missed that old series. Had a good run though the first time.

[@toakamar8369]

Jared Burk I personally love both series. My only problem with the second is it's lack of depth in story and world building. I love the second arc of Bionicle g2 with the uniters and umarak. The story was picking up and I personally feel that the 2016 Toa and Umarak showed a lot of character in them. I'm actually working on a humanization of the both generations and connecting them together. I'm treating G2 like a sequel or continuation and I'm going to add a lot more depth to the story as well as original elements. What we're your favorite sets or just your favorite things about Bionicle?

[@jaredtherock5692]

Cameron Desroches Dude, the Rakshi were my favorite set of villians and Takanuva or Pohatu always had a place in my favorites of the Toa. In terms of story, I got myself started in 2008, so I have to say that the story arcs within that year hold a special place in my heart. (That, and the plot twist, of course.)

[@toakamar8369]

Jared Burk YES THE RAHKSHI WERE AMAZING THEY HAD KNEES!!! KNEES!!!! I personally loved the Phantoka/Mistika villains. Antroz, Chirox, and Krika were my favorite. Favorite arcs were Metru, Voya, and Karda Nui. Along with the glatorian arc. My favorite all time Toa is Kopaka because he's really selfless even though he hides it with a cold attitude. He's a great character.

[@krishogan07]

what is the name of the song in background ? bought volume one loved it. can't wait for 2 unless you're purely digital

[@madcrackerjack4709]

Tips for starting off? I got an idea I am just trying to get it together and I can draw like you sort've, I just gotta put more time in lol

[@animelover201animeamv5]

Oraexe Says Hey there

[@Pestiliance]

0.3 mm , 0.5 mm , or 0.7mm mechanical pencil Which is better for sketching.

[@tjii1068]

fox in a samurai costume? (16:52) are you talking about that one guy from Bleach

[@junky802]

Airplanes are the short bus.

[@shatteredsentient5321]

My series takes place on an Artificial Earth.

[@verniyasutton5571]

can u do a interior of a room tutorial plz

[@teaartist6455]

What if the wand is a cigarette and you accidentally smoke it?

[@RensGoguma]

Where do you get your pens from? (sakura micron, g pen, etc)

[@wiggie666]

yes fictional is best , start with a normal environment then build it mix it with other countries planets, for life and structures , use your environment. nice video. yes mythology.

[@Nihilism110]

Great fucking video. I liked it.

[@kaiserdashawn5219]

are there seinens in Saturday AM

[@pogocrazy111]

Where should I start with drawing?? And how do I make my lines straighter.. When I draw my lines are really bad..

[@danielnamu-fetha9711]

Out of curiosity, how comes you're using a Sakura pen rather than a G-pen when inking your characters in this video?

[@xenolith5032]

I created one well an idea for one

[@archangelspence]

Did you switch from inking your characters with the Gpen to microns completely or do you go back and forth?

[@Outthevoid]

you have you manga

[@Clever1992ton]

It's funny like there is no time to reintroduce himself as the creator of Apple Black and the magazine his work is featured in.

[@RealSupaHotFireVEVO]

Whyt, how can we draw buildings?

[@fabianamullaly5086]

ahhh, i've decided. I will make my comic/manga. Being a god is what I am truly meant for. FYI: I am entirely sarcastic in regards to the comment above. Though the idea of being god does sound quite appealing, not having to pay for a mortgage is only one of the many benefits.

[@kush7138]

I have a question, is it possible to create made up words for a manga that's not related to any language and won't confuse the readers?

[@efrenyalung1348]

Avery Glover long as u explain the terms

[@TripleCatAttack]

I'm trying to create a manga and I'm having some problems...Let's say "Defining" the story. Could you tell me how you came up with the story for "Apple Black"? Did you know exactly what you wanted to happen even the small things? Did you just have a basic idea and went with that? Or did you have a beginning and have been writing everything as you go? I'd like a fast response please...Or maybe you could make a video out of it? Please and Thank You!

[@HumanPerson-1]

I'm thinking of writing a manga/comic too. My advice is to figure out the ending first, the last few pages/ panels. Then is when i try to figure out how to get there. good luck

[@TripleCatAttack]

I actually do have ending finished! I just can't come up with stuff like side characters...Maybe you think of it on the way?

[@comic.creature]

don't you ink with g pen anymore?

[@haifaomrani6904]

I found this video very useful :° but the thumbnail and title a little bit misleading bc i though it to learn how to draw backgrounds i had issues with drawing backrounds :c

[@whytmangatv]

I have drawing background videos too. The page in the thumbnail is the same page I'm working on in the video and the title said nothing about how to draw, sorry if you felt mislead though.

[@sanigdhaya2488]

please can you do a video drawing detailed monsters like yu gi oh's or vanguard's

[@chicken_boii]

hi, sorry commenting a little late but can u plzzz make a turtorial on how to draw noses of different style in different angles plzzz accept my request

[@whytmangatv]

never too late to comment :)

[@16JPE]

Now I know you're not a "good" female character designer, but can you do a tips on creating females?

[@jev1620]

yes he is have you seen the other females he has made? hes a good female designer in my opinion

[@16JPE]

jevron labeau in the past he said that. but I want to see what he says about the subject not trying to be rude

[@whytmangatv]

People improve, I said that in 2011, we're in 2016/17.

[@16JPE]

Whyt Manga that is true, sorry if you got the wrong idea. No hard feeling?

[@whytmangatv]

Jeff E No problem my man, just letting you know, plus if someone remembers my words from 2011? props.

[@broninja5126]

why you don't make anime of apple blake

[@wingedflamesmangaandanimes4578]

what paper and pen do you use

[@-zephyressence-2018]

5:13 "The God of Saucery" I approve of this saucy God. XDDD 😂👌

[@shatteredsentient5321]

"Bring the Sauce"!!!

[@-zephyressence-2018]

Shattered Sentient​ "All the sauce!!!"

[@jimmyjonjones9062]

DON'T FORGET THE LAMB SAUCE

[@jessebrito11]

What paper you use in this vid?

[@jdflores8866]

hey whyt manga i love your comic/manga can you make it a anime or animated western anime?

[@mohamadayman7282]

can you tell me what thickness do you use like HB or 2B

[@SotraEngine4]

Uff. Should have watched this video before world building. my world is so boring

[@johnwaggoner1782]

Whyt, I have a kind of specific question for you: in the video, I noticed you were drawing a male character with 2 buns in their hair, and based on their features they appeared to be of African decent (I realize Africa doesn't exist in the world of Apple Black, but I'm sure you understand what I mean). More specifically, I noticed that you were fully outlining their lips, as opposed to the simple indication lines you use for other characters (M-shape for the upper lips, upside-down U-shape for the lower lip, etc.). My question is this: is this always how you portray lips on African-featured characters when you draw? I am not of African decent, and I have trouble indicating the very full lips of African-descended people because I worry if I make too much indication, it will look like I'm making a racist caricature of their features and I don't intend that. As a great artist who's practiced at drawing various ethnicities, as well as someone of African decent, I would very much value your input about how best to indicate African-featured lips without the use of color (or how to draw lips in general, they're really tricky to do as well as you do). You don't have to make a video about this, just a simple comment or link to a helpful tutorial would suffice. However, if you think you could make a full video about indicating various ethnic features (Mongoloid vs Caucasoid eyes, flat vs convex foreheads, upturned vs hooked noses, etc), I would be very interested to see that! Thank you very much and have a good day/night, Whyt!

[@jointjason8920]

Didn't read it all coz it's too long but most cultures have similar styles but not the same, like your saying one character could have bigger lips than another. Just use a similar style for a culture

[@whytmangatv]

The character with 2 buns is supposed to a funny looking character, SHE is of a tribe with inspiration from places like russia. her name is Mathiilda and she's white I guess. I only emphasize on lip lines if the person has big lips white or black. darker skin toned characters are just toned in my manga thats all. Mathilda is a female with that old lunch lady hairy look, lip stick on etc, it's also funny that she can be mistaken for a man (later theres also a joke, cause she has a boy friend). There is no one way to draw anything, just do whatever you think works in your style to you.

[@Gatitasecsii]

Man, I really like that ugly-ass character you're drawing!

[@__-fi6xg]

Prostitution is legal, where i live. Its actually no big deal. Nobody actually talks about it since its so normal to us or the truth is, people dont give a shit as long as the media doesnt write bad about it.

[@thenabj5905]

i think you like harry potter, you keep mentioning it in your videos, anyway thanks, i liked this vid:)

[@whytmangatv]

To be honest, not that big a HP fan but I like it I guess but trust me, I like to a normal degree. I can barely remember the series but its good to reference for example because it IS good.

[@thenabj5905]

Yeah, i see what you mean, keep up the good work :)

[@Natus.00]

more how to draw head and eyes

[@miffylova]

What’s the song in the background????