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TitleBrave Heroes Anime Series Creative Setting Collection
English Title：Brave Animated Series Art Setting
AuthorPublic Television Service Foundation (PTS) and Bigcat Studio
Original AuthorYellow Book
Publisher: Tip
Publication Date: 2021-08-04
Language：Traditional Chinese
ISBN10: 6263089474
ISBN13: 9786263089471
BindingHardcover / 144 pages / 21 x 29.2 x 1.81 cm / General Audience / Full Color Printing / First Edition
Price600 yuan (TAAZE)

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"Brave Series"Yellow Book" is one of the representative comic works of Taiwanese cartoonist "Yellow Book". The series currently has 10 volumes published.Brave Series / Episode 4: Niu Niu Yan and Xiao Xiao Gui(2023). In 2021, "Big Cat Studio" released an animated adaptation with one season of 6 episodes, produced and broadcast by "PTS" (currently in...). Netflix (You can also see it), marking a new milestone in the adaptation of original Taiwanese comics into animation! ▶️

The meaningful characters and plot are impressive, especially the relationships and interactions between the hero, the demons, and the villagers. The social and human issues they address or allude to resonate deeply with the audience.

The "Brave Anime Series Creative Setting Collection" that we are unpacking today is an anime setting collection that was published in 2021.

Designed like a typical art book for anime, this 144-page hardcover horizontal edition includes: character illustrations, art and background designs, visuals, anime scene reviews, creative background and inspiration, and various interviews (with the creative team and collaborators). It's a rich collection of content, taking readers on a journey through the highlights of anime! 😈

Thanks to "Big Cat Studio"! I really enjoy the fast-paced and smooth animation of the "Brave Anime Series." While appreciating the beautiful animation, it also stimulates critical thinking. I'm really looking forward to the second season! (The first season's six episodes were just too much XD)

Official Introduction

Are the brave the last hope for humanity? Have we ever witnessed the true demon king?

In May 2016, a worldview created by a Taiwanese creator changed readers' existing understanding of fantasy.

In July 2021, that unimaginable fantasy world came to life before people all over the world!

In September 2021, it made a dazzling debut on a multinational streaming platform and leaped onto the world stage, setting a new milestone for Taiwanese creations.

Genius comic artist × New generation creator

The wildly popular comic that swept through readers' circles and sparked a wave of discussion is now officially making its debut with a brand new look!

To open up new horizons for Taiwanese animation creation.

The first animated series adapted from a Taiwanese comic IP and with a global vision, "Brave Animation Series," created through cross-domain collaboration between the original author "Yellow Books," the production coordinator "Big Cat Studio," and the producer "Public Television," will redefine people's values regarding "Demon King" and "Hero."

Funny and cute character appearance

Exciting and thrilling battles

Profound philosophical insights hidden within humorous words and actions and adventurous plots

The delicate and layered composition of the artwork immerses the viewer in this incredible world!

A professional team of 100 people and a star-studded lineup of artists

After three years of meticulous crafting and overcoming challenges that pushed the limits of creativity and technology, an unprecedented theatrical experience has been created!

The spirit and effort poured into leaping from 2D to 3D will ignite the passion hidden in the hearts of audiences and creators.

This book, "The Brave Anime Series Creative Setting Collection," will feature carefully selected highlights from the anime, as well as a wealth of behind-the-scenes creative materials that inspired the works.

◆Creative Setting Collection: [Sneak behind the scenes, explore the creative process and valuable secrets of the core team]

This art book offers a direct look at the creative team, providing an in-depth exploration of the world of heroes under their guidance. Through the eyes of the creative team, it reveals how this issue-filled fantasy world transitioned from 2D to 3D.

In addition to explaining the reasons and process behind the adaptation project, it also includes illustrations of the main characters, various art design drafts, recaps of famous scenes, and behind-the-scenes interviews, making it a publication that extends the analysis of the animation content while showcasing the skills of the creators. It provides a medium for fans of the work and those aspiring to work in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their imagination.

◆Features of the original books: [The Hero Series – a must-read for fans of comics and fantasy worlds]

The animation is adapted from the super popular "Brave Series" by the well-known Taiwanese creator "Yellow Books", which has sparked heated discussions and explored the trend of content issues. It was broadcast on public television in July 2021, opening up new possibilities for the diversified development of Taiwanese creative IPs.

The "Hero Series" is a long-running work by the author of the yellow-themed magazine, serialized since 2016, constructing a rich and vast fantasy world system. It also cleverly subverts our conventional character settings for heroes, demons, and ordinary people, posing questions without directly providing answers through plot or characters, thus sparking a wave of reflection and discussion among fans. It is a unique creation that uses a fantasy world view and RPG-style framework to create open-ended discussions and reflections, allowing readers to gain their own insights.

◆Animation Feature 1: [Inheriting the DNA of the original work, showcasing the shared core spirit through animation]

Presenting impression-reversing performances and thought-provoking topics within a familiar fantasy RPG setting.

Breaking away from preconceived character settings, the show employs a dark humor and satirical performance, interspersed with RPG-style jokes that resonate with game enthusiasts, to inspire viewers to think in a "non-preachy" manner and prompt them to engage in self-exploration and discussion.

The special connection between each episode

The creative team carefully selected key moments from the rich original story and adapted them into a six-episode series, narrating the narrative through four main character storylines. The series cleverly interweaves the stories of different characters, allowing viewers to follow them through various adventures before the plot concludes, weaving together the core theme that runs throughout the entire season.

◆Animation Feature 2: [A Breathtaking Cast of Heavyweight Figures from Academia and Entertainment, Like a "Heroic Assemble"]

Music Coordinator: Ashin of Mayday

Led by representative figures of Taiwanese pop music, the event brings together contemporary musicians, singers, and bands to create a soundscape that resonates throughout the world of heroes.

Original songs: Lion, Wonfu, Meishow Group, Eggplant Egg, Drummer Lv Siwei, Wei Jiaying

The exceptionally talented musicians spared no effort in providing exclusive opening theme songs, insert songs, and ending theme songs for this production. Their performances, which were both collaborative and competitive, added even more brilliance to the work.

Special guest voices: Mickey Huang, Kang-Ren Wu, Ke-Fang Sun, and Kuan-Ting Liu

From "King of Crossovers" and "Best Actor" to a new generation of performers shining at various awards, they breathe life into their characters.

Content

I. The legendary alchemical furnace
- Animation Journey Begins with Comics – Big Cat Studio
- A vibrant and dynamic anime about heroes – Public Television
- Enjoy this world to the fullest—Yellow Books
II. Narrative Poems of Bards
- Those who build this world - Character Profile
- The story begins here—art design.
III. Amazing Scenery Along the Journey
- Classic Scene Review
IV. A boisterous and jubilant feast for heroes
- Interview with the creative team
- Cross-industry collaboration sharing
- The gathering of heroes

About the Author

Bigcat Studio

"Creating interesting stories for ordinary life." Big Cat Studio is an original animation production team from Taiwan, founded in 2012. It is composed of a group of creators who are passionate about character animation and aspire to create original Taiwanese works with innovative thinking and technology. Representative works include Taiwan's first original animated series to be broadcast internationally, "The Brave Animation Series," the mini-series "Te-Ge and Pi-Pi," and the animated short films "The 7:30 Spaceman" and "Our Moon."

Yellow Book

Born on June 8, 1988, in Fengshan District, Kaohsiung City, he graduated from the Department of Visual Communication Design at Kun Shan University of Science and Technology. After his military service, he worked for a design company for two years. In late 2012, he began writing humorous and witty works such as the "Life Series" and satirical pieces on current social issues.Sorrowful FloatingIt became a hit on Facebook and currently has 350,000 followers. Representative work:Brave SeriesSince its serialization began in 2016, the series has accumulated over 900 chapters and maintained a high level of discussion. The author subverts stereotypical character portrayals of heroes, demons, and villagers, creating a sense of "contrast" to satirize society and allude to human nature, thus gaining reader favor. A common thread in the works is that they "only pose questions, but never give you the standard answers."

Public Television Cultural Affairs Foundation (PTS)

Public Television Service (PTS) is an independent public television station trusted by the public, offering a wide range of programming and presenting a rich, diverse, and creative Taiwan without commercial influence or political interference. PTS is deeply committed to drama brands such as student drama festivals, life drama festivals, new short films, and new films, producing high-quality dramas, developing scripts, participating in arts, issue-based films, VR, and international co-productions, and aspiring to become an important platform for film and television creation in Taiwan.