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gensakusha
What does gensakusha mean?
The author of the source work (manga or novel) on which an anime or other adaptation is based.
"The gensakusha personally storyboarded the finale."
Origin
Japanese 原作者 (gensakusha), 'original author'.
Frequently asked questions
What does gensakusha mean?
It is the author of the source work, such as a manga or novel, on which an anime or other adaptation is based.
How is gensakusha different from the anime's director?
The gensakusha created the original story, while the director oversees the adaptation, though sometimes the gensakusha is involved in production too.
Where does the word come from?
It comes from Japanese 原作者 (gensakusha), literally 'original author'.
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