POSCA Metal Tin set 20 pcs assorted - MANGA HERO (includes 3 tutorial sheets)

POSCA Metal Tin set 20 pcs assorted - MANGA HERO is a compact artist kit that brings together twenty POSCA water-based paint markers in a metal tin, accompanied by three tutorial sheets that demonstrate how to colour a manga character. The selection of tips and colours in this set supports detailed line work, flat fills and layering in illustration and mixed-media projects. The markers use opaque, lightfast pigment suitable for paper, board and many non-porous surfaces, offering versatility for hobbyists and professional illustrators working in manga and related styles.

Advantages

The set provides a broad palette and multiple tip sizes in a single portable tin, simplifying storage and transport. POSCA markers are water-based and opaque, enabling vibrant coverage over dark and coloured surfaces as well as clean layering for highlights and details. Inclusion of step-by-step tutorial sheets helps users apply the markers specifically to manga character colouring, making the kit useful for both learning techniques and completing finished artwork.

Suitable for

• Illustration and character design, especially manga and comic art
• Mixed-media artworks combining marker, ink and collage
• Detailed colouring, highlights and line accents on paper and board
• Hobbyists, students and artists learning manga colouring techniques

When it may not be suitable

This metal tin set focuses on markers and tutorial guidance for manga-style colouring and may not include the specialised tools needed for large-scale painting or calligraphy. For projects that require solvent-based paints, heavy-bodied acrylics, or marker tips beyond the included sizes, a different product range may be more appropriate. The markers are intended primarily for artistic use; they are not formulated for food-related or medical applications.

Key specifications

• Set contents: 20 assorted water-based paint markers with varied tip sizes and colours
• Packaging: metal tin designed for storage and transport
• Ink type: opaque, water-based pigment suitable for layering and coverage
• Surfaces: paper, illustration board and many non-porous surfaces (test first for plastics and glass)
• Included instructional material: 3 tutorial sheets demonstrating manga character colouring techniques

How to use

Remove the markers from the tin and consult the tutorial sheets to familiarise yourself with recommended layering and shading techniques for manga characters. Prime the marker tips by shaking gently with the cap on and pressing the tip down on scrap paper until the pigment flows evenly. Work from light to dark tones when layering, allow layers to dry between applications to avoid unwanted bleeding, and use finer tips for line work and details. Store markers horizontally when not in use to maintain consistent ink flow.

What to consider before purchase

• Check that the included tip sizes and colour selection meet your project needs for detail and coverage
• Consider whether water-based, opaque markers are appropriate for the surfaces you plan to use
• Assess if the tutorial content aligns with your skill level and the manga techniques you want to learn

Usage recommendations

For best results, test colours on a scrap piece of the same paper or board you plan to use, allow each layer to dry before applying the next, and combine different tip sizes from the set to achieve clean line work and smooth fills when colouring manga characters.