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In the world of manga, two childhood friends, Moritaka Mashiro and Akito Takagi, embark on a journey to achieve their dreams. Moritaka, once a passionate aspiring mangaka, had given up on his aspirations after a painful childhood experience. Instead, he focused on becoming a salaryman, only to be rekindled by his friend Akito's enthusiasm and the realization that creating a popular manga series could be the key to winning the heart of his crush, Miho Azuki.

Akito, the school's top student and aspiring writer, recognizes Moritaka's exceptional artistic talent and convinces him to join forces as mangaka under the pen name Muto Ashirogi. With their combined skills, they set out to create a groundbreaking manga series, driven by the promise of having Miho, their childhood friend and idol, voice act in the anime adaptation.

As they navigate the competitive world of manga, Moritaka and Akito face numerous challenges, from overcoming self-doubt to dealing with the harsh realities of the industry. Yet, their unwavering dedication to their craft and their friendship propels them forward, as they strive to become the greatest mangaka Japan has ever seen, and make their dreams a reality.