The Comic Artist and His Assistants(2014)

The Comic Artist and His Assistants is a comedy series following Aito, an overworked mangaka whose chaotic management style tests the patience of everyone around him. Aito blurs the line between professional duty and personal fantasy, often prioritizing his wild imaginings over actual work—much to the dismay of his long-suffering assistants. Despite his abuse of authority, they remain surprisingly loyal to the eccentric artist. Editor Mihari serves as the voice of reason, wielding threats of termination and physical punishment to keep Aito's antics in check. The series explores the absurd dynamics of a manga studio where creative ambition collides with workplace dysfunction, delivering humor through the clash between an artist's unchecked ego and the people trying to rein him in.