Ep. 10: The team debates genre choices and submits two distinct manga concepts for serialization consideration.
The creative team faces a decision regarding the genre for their new manga project. Miura advocates for a gag manga, while Mashiro and Takagi feel more suited to serious works, which they consider their strength. To resolve this conflict, they produce two separate serialization storyboards: one comedic to satisfy Miura and one serious to align with their preferences. They present Hitman 10 and Two of Me to their editor. Miura recommends pursuing serialization for Hitman 10, leading Mashiro to question the editor's judgment since he believes Two of Me is superior. It is later revealed that Ashirogi Muto secretly submitted Future Watch to the Monthly Awards newbie contest. This strategic move aimed to ensure that all editors, higher-ups, and the manga artist judge, Niizuma, would read their work.
Episodes
- Ep. 6 · Hospitalized Mashiro Pursues Drawing Despite TRAP Hiatus and Azuki's Support
- Ep. 7 · Chief Editor Halts TRAP Publication Due to Mashiro's Uncle's Health History
- Ep. 8 · Mashiro and Takagi Persuade the Chief Editor to Resume TRAP Publication
- Ep. 9 · TRAP faces cancellation due to low rankings while Azuki gains anime fame
- Ep. 10 · The team debates genre choices and submits two distinct manga concepts for serialization consideration.
- Ep. 11 · Ashirogi Mutos face editorial uncertainty as their one-shots receive mixed rankings.
- Ep. 12 · Miura pushes gag manga direction while Mashiro and Takagi resist before accepting the proposal
- Ep. 13 · Takagi seeks inspiration at the zoo and meets Aoki to discuss gender perspectives for their manga work.
- Ep. 14 · Mashiro and Takagi submit their manuscript while Miyoshi contacts Azuki and Takagi regarding recent events.