These posts are by no means officiaLly Translated and are fan translatedThis is one of aniwiza special posts and hence you will view the next of siu blog posts at aniwiza specialsThis took a lot of time so please do not mind the small popups Overall I hope you enjoy these secrets about the tog universe
Blog Post of June 25, 2012, about last chapter’s post
I'm posting this because people seem to have misunderstood my intentions.
When Wangnan says that he would forgive Lurker in this chapter,
It's not because Lurker is a good guy or anything.
Many people think I'm forgiving Lurker by beautifying him;
Whatever his past was, I had no plans to beautify his actions in any way.
The reason why Wangnan could not kill Lurker is that in the current situation where people must step on each other to climb up,
Lurker, who killed Nia "because he had to climb the Tower",
Is a more "righteous" human being compared to Wangnan, who was trying to kill Lurker for "moral reasons".
That’s why Wangnan couldn't kill him.
It doesn't mean he forgave Lurker because Lurker's a good person ^^;
Even then Wangnan says he'll "forgive" him because Wangnan's trying desperately to keep morality alive in this utterly amoral reality.
Lurker has already abandoned hope in those morals, and that's why he says "You can't forgive me" to Wangnan.
In the end, Wangnan says that if that's the case, he'll change the Tower himself.
Although this is information that will be briefly discussed in the next chapter, it is a part that many people are misunderstanding,
So I have written this on my blog in fear that I may be sending the wrong message to young readers.
Every time I draw manhwa, there are many times when I feel the limits of my own skills of presentation.
I will try harder to send a more proper message, even if just a little more.
Thank you.
[Season 2] Chapter 22
The resting period is one week.
My comment wasn't properly posted,
But since I sent the person in charge a text, it'll be changed soon.
And my least favorite character came out.
It's difficult to draw him and the plot gets complicated whenever he's in it.
Ao (frustration), I hate you.
Well, [Koon], if some kind of merchandise comes out,
I think you'll sell out the most, so I love you.
'Gusgus being a FUG member’ has been decided from the beginning.
Mm… it was actually planned to be foreshadowed when Love reports in,
Thinking that [Viole] is a girl but 'Gusgus refers to him as a guy in his reply;
However, I thought that would have made it too obvious so I decreased the foreshadowing.
In fact, I'm tired of dragging out time using foreshadowing so...;
Well… in a case such as this test,
Wangnan Team formed + FUG conspiracy is the core content.
I'll take a week break, and the plot will begin to really connect with Part 1 starting from next chapter.
I think the plot will flow towards a direction none of you expected, haha.
The reason for this hiatus being [only] one week is because after this arc and the next arc,
There is a pretty long arc, so I plan to take another break before then. ^^
In a way, I think it'll be the best arc so far out of both Part 1 and Part 2,
So even I want to see it soon.
Then everyone, see you after two weeks~!
P.S.
I was thinking of writing this but it seems I actually didn't do it.
The reason Yeon could join Wangnan's team is because Prince and Yeon were originally one team.
They formed a team after Viole left, and if you play close attention,
Prince says that they are "on the same team" when he hands over the soft drink to her.
That is also the reason why Yeon could leave her room. ^^
To be more concise, in a situation where Yeon-Prince-Rapdevil formed one team,
After Horyang eliminated Rapdevil and got Yeon-Prince to join his side,
Tin's room was stolen using Wangnan's connector, so they won the test.
In this chapter's case, I reduced the explanation of the game to the absolute minimum and put all my focus into emphasizing the feelings of the characters,
So you have to read into the details to discover what is being foreshadowed by the game. ^^
[Season 2] Chapter 23
Koon came out. It's been a while.
Rachel appeared in one scene too, haha.
The story will really begin in next week's chapter...
Mm...
Well… You'll know when you see it...
I have a near-complete original copy that I really want to show you.
Despite that, I hope you can wait a week.
I'm a pro so I can't show you unless you give me money.
Not the skill of a pro, but the mind of a pro!!
...
Anyway, after this episode, gradually you'll get the feeling of:
"Ah, so the manhwa will flow in that direction."
If not, nevermind.
What's for sure is that it'll get better and better.
I think this is the most important thing.
[Season 2] Chapter 24
Where is this manhwa flowing to?
What is the genre of this manhwa...
Mm...
I'm not sure either.
I thought this chapter was Love and War.
Many people think the current time is 5 years after the end of Part 1 because of the prologue,
But it's actually 6 years later.
Also, 6 years is not a long time in the Tower.
To us it's about 1~2 years?
There are fewer days in the year and people live longer, so time feels different.
As people become rankers, the difference in their perception of time gets even bigger.
There is a post about time
(I think I posted it about a year ago;),
But there's a slight spoiler in it so it's unrevealed.
Only I can see it.
I'll reveal it later.
The Koon arc and the next arc actually have more reveals about Part 1 than battle scenes.
I guess that's good news for people who like story reveals.
I already told you that once the next two arcs are done there'll be one big arc.
Haha, I think the stuff you've been expecting are all mostly there.
Looks like it'll be fun.
.................If you won an electric fan, please send me a mail...
[Season 2] Chapter 25
Knot of Wool has ended.
I pondered on how to draw this chapter a lot.
Above all else, I had to draw so that even young readers could understand the relationships between Koon and Rachel, and Baam as well,
And that was a difficult problem...
I think I often run into my limits when I try to solve you readers' problems 'easily'.
Koon Eduan's name was finally mentioned in this chapter,
And I think the day when we'll see the faces of the 10 Family Heads isn't that far away.
However, that doesn't mean they'll all appear at once and go 'We are the 10 Heads!! Tadah!!' or anything like that.
Next arc, stories about FUG will come out and Viole will appear again...
Next chapter isn't that long either.
This arc had few action scenes, so even if it's just for fun,
I plan to increase the importance of action scenes in the next arc.
It's the Olympics these days so I often tune in to the games when I'm working.
And then I get too focused on them so I can't work (...)
And then thanks to those damned monkey magic referees I’m even more unable to work (...)
So I have decided to not watch, and just check the results.... ㅠㅠ
However, I am always cheering them on in my heart.
National athletes waiting~!
[Season 2] Chapter 26
Hwa Ryun came out.
Because I haven't drawn [her] for a month, drawing the Wangnan team, I struggled (...)
This arc is planned to proceed in the format of Present + Reflection on the past.
Of course I can't tell you what will happen,
But it seems information on FUG and Viole's past will be revealed sooner than you all think.
But actually, my thoughts on story progression speed differ greatly from what you readers think,
So I can't guarantee anything ^^
Personally, I find it difficult to get into the minds of characters like Yihwa,
Maybe because of that, there is a slight awkwardness to her dialogue and actions.
It could be my limits as a male artist...
I will try but it seems it is not an easy problem to solve.
The weather is hot in Korea so watch your health.
See you next week ^^
[Season 2] Chapter 27
The moment Viole's bangs get out of the way, he transforms into Baam.
Viole, the world's first haircut transformation magic girl.
..............
Just kidding.
Actually, my condition was the worst while drawing this chapter --
I had headaches due to the heat and I was low on energy.
I was working on the plot but I couldn't think of anything as my mind blanked out.
After I grabbed my notepad and got a grip on my mind, it was already 3 days to the deadline kekekekeke.
In the end, I couldn't sleep and had two nosebleeds...
It was truly the worst experience.
To Mr. Global Warming, who gave me this experience,
I want to send a Siberian mountain-sized fuck-you. ^^
I was considering taking a week's break for the sake of work,
But it hadn't been very long since I took a week's break (...)
So I ended up drawing the rough copy like a company worker who had to write his yearly report at a bad time haha.
I'll end my personal ranting there.
(One day I shall get sick and take a break.)
In this chapter, I revealed the reason why FUG approached Baam,
Although it's something you would've noticed if you read carefully.
In shorter words,
'Due to a contract with the Guardians, Zahard cannot be killed unless you are an Irregular.'
Ha Jinsung, who appeared in this chapter, is from the Ha Family.
In terms of the family tree, he is waaaaaaaay above Yuri.
As expected from a Ha Family member, he is good at martial arts and is very strong. Haha.
Actually, besides Regulars, only people with permits can enter the Regulars' district.
Hwa Ryun was only able to enter and bring Ha Jinsung along because she is a special Guide;
Rankers and High Rankers are actually forbidden from associating with Regulars.
Of course, FUG is a random bunch so they don't care about the rules. ^^
Actually, I was going to throw all the past events into the next chapter,
But it looked like most of you readers wanted a speedy advancement in plot, so it looks like I'll include just a little bit of reflection on the past and focus on the Wangnan team.
In fact my condition is bad these days, so the length of chapters may decrease.
Then, please read and love the chapter next week too, and I must go to sleep.
[Season 2] Chapter 28
The FUG arc ended.
Actually, I was planning to continue this into the next test in this arc,
But I thought the arc would be too long
(I thought it would be difficult to get some length out of this)
So I divided it into two arcs. I think this next test will be short and powerful (…). ^^
I’m expecting about 6-7 chapters, but I’m not sure.
Although I’m sure you have realized if you read this arc,
The story of Tower of God actually revolves around the 10 Families and Zahard’s past ^^;
Why FUG is trying to kill Zahard,
How Zahard became the King of the Tower,
Why Mirchea Luslec wanted to make Baam a slayer,
All of these will be revealed one by one.(+As well as stuff about Zahard’s princesses)
I’m thinking these will be explained over a long period of time in Parts 3 and 4 ^^
Karaka made an appearance. (Although that was just a silhouette)
Karaka is a character that will appear often in Part 2.
Of course, by often, I mean often for a Ranker ^^
Next test, a pretty interesting character will appear.
It’s fine to anticipate that character, since I’m expecting many readers to take an interest in the character.
Honestly, this test is nothing but ground bait for the next arc. Haha.
I think you’re feeling the scale grow bigger and bigger.
And the bigger the scale gets, the more I die (…)
I must complete the story before I die TT TT
+
Character Guide
I opened the post on Mirchea Luslec to the public.
If you’re curious, please take a look.
[Season 2] Chapter 29
I don't have much to say,
And anything I say will probably end up as a spoiler...
I get a lot of questions about Part I and Part II characters,
But as I've been telling you since a long time ago,
Tower of God is a manhwa that switches main characters every arc.
It has a slightly different plot style from most other sohnyun (shounen) battle themed comics,
So please understand, even if it's a little uncomfortable.
By the same principle,
Wangnan's team members from Part II aren't completely the main characters either.
It takes a long time to climb the Tower,
And no one knows what might happen on the way ^^
Actually, the chances of a Regular becoming a Ranker are smaller than the chances of winning a lottery.
Many Regulars fall, but someone always goes up.
Mmm...
The character who appeared at the end of the chapter...
I can't tell you much yet,
But he's an idiot among idiots.
[Season 2] Chapter 30
If you want to see that guy’s face,
You’re gonna have a tough time, haha
In this chapter, we briefly saw some techniques that utilize Lighthouses;
Actually, those were originally planned to appear in the first battle scene with Viole.
They were left out for story flow, but as I told you in the beginning of Part 2,
The characters in Part 2 are all Regulars who’ve climbed up to the 20th floor or higher,
So their skills aren’t that useless.
If you look at their average skill levels, the Part 2 characters are obviously better ^^.
As the story develops, battles that utilize positions,
such as combinations like Light-Spear Bearer and Scout-Fisherman will come out one by one,
So I think for those of you who are anticipating battle scenes,
It’d be more fun if you read while focusing on these parts ^^.
I think that many of you will correctly guess the identity of the Pink Pig that appeared in this episode.
Starting from this arc, the center of the story will begin to move from Wangnan to Viole.
Also, I think the story will begin to move into the central plot at the same time.
P.S.
Many readers seem to think that I have no greed for money, possibly due to the thing with the Audio Drama last time,
But I actually have a huge greed for money, and I have a lot of thoughts about making money with Tower of God.
However, I’m only going to make money when the method and the deal are right.
I’m extremely selfish and dogmatic when it comes to copyright.
I also believe this is an obvious attitude for any artist.
(The work for the book is only getting delayed,
And I’ve already made the contract. ^^)
P.S.2
Also, I’m hoping that no more bad talk about the Audio Drama will come out.
Although I did end up posting an article like that because it turned out this way,
I have no plans to disturb those people’s futures, and I instead want to encourage them.
Of course there was a mistake in terms of how it was done, but it’s alright as long as they don’t do it again.
Of course, I would be thankful if the rest of you Voice Story people be careful and give some thought into this as well.
Then, I also hope that you’ll all encourage and listen to VS’ next Audio Drama.
I will no longer post on this matter,
And I hope no more talk about this will show up on the café or anywhere else.
Thank You.
[Season 2] Chapter 31
Hello, this is SIU.
I think many readers will expect an afterword, so I'm posting this.
A close friend passed away so I think it'll be difficult for me to write an afterword. I've always tried to draw manhwa and greet you guys with a smile on my face, even if personal things happened, but today that's not so easy for me. Sorry.
I'll return with a brighter appearance after I sort out my feelings. ^^
