Character Poster Visual Design Guide

[Basic Specifications]
・キャラクタープロモーションポスター
・Unified key visual in vertical (9:16) format
・Structured assuming series development

【キャラクターデザイン】
・Faithfully reflects the design of the reference image
(Hairstyle / Facial Features / Costume / Motif)
・Accurately reproduces distinctive elements with an emphasis on distinctiveness

[Composition]
・Hierarchical structure of 'large top, small bottom'
・Upper half: Enlarged symbolic elements (head/facial contours/mask/upper body silhouette)
・Lower half: Full-body character placement
・Stable standing posture or light movements

[Main Visual Design]
・A massive silhouette with a strong icon at the top
・Emphasis on visual impact
・Instantly convey the character's symbolism

【コラージュ／ダブルエクスポージャー】
・Multiple elements are embedded inside the massive silhouette
・Layering scenes, symbolic motifs, and environments
・Constructing narratives
・Blends seamlessly into the mist, ink, and margins

[World-Building]
・Multiple scenes based on the characters' worlds
・Placement of symbolic motifs
・Movements and presentations of small characters
・Environmental details (nature/architecture/atmosphere)

[Layout (Left and Right Composition)]
・Complementary elements are placed on both sides
・Give rhythm to the composition
・Creates a sense of narrative tension

[Gaze Guidance Design]
・A single line of sight flowing from top to bottom
・Massive silhouette at the top
　→ Internal collage
　→ Full-body lower body character
・Designed for continuous gaze guidance

[Margin & Edge Processing]
・Make full use of empty space
・Edge Expression:
　- インクのにじみ
　- ソフトブラー
　- Fragmented decomposition representation

[Aesthetics & Concept]
・Reflecting Eastern aesthetics
　- Yubai
　- Presence
　- Imperfection
・A coexistence of tranquility and tension

【スタイル・トーン】
・A unified visual effect
・Sophisticated expression
・Toned tones
・Avoid excessive information overload

[Finished Quality]
・High depth rendering
・Strong visual impact
- Emphasis on storytelling
- The level of completion required for a series poster