Not necessarily. It depends on how you approach it. If you can separate the two experiences in your mind, the manga won't spoil the anime. But for some people, knowing the story beforehand does make the anime less exciting.
It varies. For some series, the manga might give away major plot points that make the anime less thrilling. But in other cases, the anime's presentation and additional elements can still make it enjoyable even if you've read the manga.
Not necessarily. It depends on your perspective. Some people think it does, while others enjoy having prior knowledge.
It varies. For some series, the manga might give away key plot points that could lessen the impact of the anime. But for others, the manga and anime offer different perspectives and can both be enjoyed independently without spoiling the experience.
Definitely. Even if you've seen the anime, the manga can provide a fresh take. The art style and the way the story unfolds on the page can be quite different and enjoyable in its own way.
Sure. There are anime like 'Neon Genesis Evangelion' that were developed independently without a manga source. These often draw inspiration from various sources or are the brainchild of the creators without a prior manga publication.
For me, reading manga is better because you can take your time and go at your own pace. You can re-read pages or pause to think about what's happening. And some manga have really complex and sophisticated themes that might get diluted in an anime adaptation.
The main difference is that reading manga allows you to use your imagination more freely. With anime, the visuals and sounds are predefined.
Sometimes it can. If you know the story from the manga, some of the surprises in the anime might be lost.
Not necessarily. It depends on how you approach it. If you can separate the two mediums and enjoy each for their unique aspects, it won't ruin it.
It varies from person to person. For some, reading the manga might make the anime less exciting, but for others, it enhances their understanding and appreciation of the adaptation.
Yes, there are. Some anime are original creations and not based on manga. For example, 'Neon Genesis Evangelion' was an anime that didn't have a manga counterpart when it first aired.