Oh! great
Ito Ōgure, born February 22, 1972, and known professionally as Oh! great, is a Japanese manga artist celebrated for his dynamic action series *Tenjho Tenge* (1997–2010) and *Air Gear* (2002–2012). The latter earned him the Kodansha Manga Award in the shōnen category in 2006. His career in comics began in the late 1990s, and he quickly developed a signature style blending fluid, kinetic fight choreography with detailed, often sensual character designs. He is known for his work as an artist, inker, and writer, with notable collaborations including the series *Silky Whip*, *Silky Whip Extreme*, and *La Caresse du Fouet*. His most credited titles in English-language catalogs include *Tenjo Tenge*, *Air Gear*, and *MegaManga*, spanning active work from 1998 to 2013. Oh! great’s legacy lies in his influence on action manga, particularly his ability to integrate high-octane combat with intricate world-building. His later life remains focused on his craft, and his contributions have been recognized with major industry awards, cementing his status as a distinctive voice in the medium.
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