ギミック! [Gimmick!]

In the mid-2000s, Shueisha published Gimmick!, a nine-issue series that blends the high-stakes world of professional wrestling with the intricate art of special effects makeup. This short but punchy run, associated with creator Youzaburou Kanari, follows a young makeup artist who uses his craft to help wrestlers create larger-than-life personas and pull off daring in-ring illusions. More than just a sports manga, it's a behind-the-scenes look at the showmanship and technical wizardry that turns a match into a spectacle.