KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 3 -- The love for manga shows no signs of slowing down - in Malaysia, a deep passion for this art remains strong, with fans eagerly diving into its stories day after day.

While many locals are familiar with Japanese manga - especially modern titles such as Spy x Family, My Hero Academia and Chainsaw Man - few may know that a local visual and IP development studio is taking things a step further by creating original manga that reflects Malaysia's unique culture and identity.

Not to be confused with the many local comics found nationwide, this studio fully embraces the authentic Japanese manga aesthetic - from the detailed art style to the right-to-left reading format, mirroring the experience of a true Japanese manga....