This is a remarkable era, teeming with unexplored comic concepts that William White can audaciously seize in shaping the future world.
His comic company isn't targeting the American market, evident to those with discerning eyes. Some mock and dismiss this strategy, but more observe with detached interest.
The wisdom of this choice can't be judged from the perspective of future generations. Even if the themes are relatively mild, the comics of the United States reign supreme globally.
This is a unique opportunity. In this era, footbaths still hold the Father of the United States in high esteem. The comprehensive Westernization they embraced was not mere rhetoric. After enduring the post-war embarrassments, their dietary habits began to emulate Europe and the United States.
Post-war, bread and milk gained popularity. This dietary shift yielded tangible effects, evident in footbaths. While some older individuals had notably short statures, the younger generation didn't face this issue. Though not exceptionally tall, their overall height was within the normal range.
Interestingly, the average height growth rate in Asia, particularly in footbaths, was the highest. In just a few decades, they had significantly enhanced the strength of their people.
Some attribute this to the efforts of American soldiers. However, the soldiers were mainly concentrated in Okinawa, where there wasn't a distinct height advantage.
This isn't a genetic matter. The key point is that footbaths don't reject the culture of the rice country; rather, they highly respect it. This represents their most commendable period, an era that began to wane in the late 1980s when complacency set in.
When their national self-esteem rises, entering the market will be a miserable experience. Their xenophobia is no exaggeration and can be downright nauseating.
Worldwide, the preferred whiskies are Chivas and Black Label, not footbaths. Their favorite is Suntory, which is notably pricier than Chivas. The quality of Suntory Whisky, however, is undeniably top-notch. In terms of standard craftsmanship, footbaths excel, particularly in the realm of whiskey.
They might fall short in acquiring red wine, champagne, or heavenly white and yellow wines. Their traditional craftsmanship and heritage in these areas are lacking.
Steering back to the topic of comics, this medium knows no borders. As long as the content is compelling, it captures everyone's attention.
Why do American comics struggle? They take superheroes too seriously, demanding a backdrop that aligns with the times. If you were to fight against Maoists now, perhaps the American team or Superman could save the world.
In the two Asian wars they lost, both were deemed unjust domestically. The prevailing sentiment is anti-war. Old and beautiful comics maneuver around this, free from interference by the CCA. Other content faces complications, restricting the creative ideas of cartoonists.
Footbaths, on the other hand, embrace diversity. Their cartoons cover almost every conceivable theme.
Ultimately, the comic industry serves as a cultural export. Comic characters transcend national boundaries, language barriers, and differences in skin color or religious beliefs. Unlike Hollywood, comics navigate these challenges effortlessly.
While Marvel's box office value, when it dominated its rivals, was calculated in tens of billions, footbath comics had already surpassed 100 billion.
Despite criticisms of their movie remakes, footbaths excel in learning. With a plethora of intellectual properties (IPs) at their disposal, they can adapt and innovate, potentially surpassing Marvel in the future.
William White is unfazed by the idea of capitalizing on footbaths. Both old and beautiful nations engage in this practice. If funds run low, he might indulge in this trend; however, he opts for a milder approach.
His first decision is Dragon Ball, considering the future Tian Dynasty market. Directly acquiring the Three Kingdoms story is the opening chapter of the second element.
With the copyright holders of both already deceased, this offers considerable freedom. In the future, they might explore games related to the Three Kingdoms.
William White's intention is to establish Comic Weekly. One or two stories alone can't sustain a comic. His audacious move includes targeting Slam Dunk again.
Adapting this presents challenges, as the characters are mainly black and might lack universal appeal. This is a concern, especially when trying to engage an Asian audience, which demands at least one Asian face. For this, Rukawa Feng serves as a mixed-race character with refined features to appeal to Asian readers.
Basketball is the current focus for the sports series, and future additions might include football, baseball, and tennis to create a substantial sports IP.
For the dark type, he's considering a biohazard theme, resonating well with both old and beautiful and footbaths.
In the adventure genre, Tomb Raider is a fitting choice, with potential links to Ghost Blowing Lamp. Maintaining a level of excitement is crucial for comic books, as observed in old beautiful comics that are resurrected after decades, emphasizing the enduring nature of a well-established IP.