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A one-shot (読み切り, yomikiri) is a standalone manga that tells a complete story within a single chapter or volume. These works are often created as self-contained narratives, providing readers with a concise and focused experience. One-shots are commonly used by mangaka to showcase their storytelling abilities, often serving as pilot projects that may later be expanded into serialized works. Typically published in magazines or special anthologies, one-shots can range in length and tone, from lighthearted and comedic to dramatic and thought-provoking. The format is also popular for experimenting with unique ideas or concepts that may not fit into longer series.
As one-shot are often the commissioned for contests, many famous mangaka got their start with one-shots and some failed mangaka often try to make comebacks with one-shots.
