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CMX was an imprint of DC Comics that focused on publishing manga for the North American market. Established in 2004, CMX aimed to bring a diverse range of Japanese manga titles to English-speaking audiences. The imprint was operational until 2010, when it was discontinued by its parent company.

History[edit]

CMX was launched by DC Comics in October 2004 as part of an effort to enter the growing manga market in North America. At the time, manga was becoming increasingly popular among readers, and many publishers were seeking to capitalize on this trend. CMX's initial lineup included a variety of genres, from action and adventure to romance and fantasy, catering to a wide audience.

One of the first titles published by CMX was From Eroica with Love, a classic manga series by Yasuko Aoike. The imprint also published Tenjho Tenge by Oh! great, which became one of its most well-known series. However, CMX faced criticism for its decision to edit some of the content in Tenjho Tenge to make it suitable for younger audiences, which led to controversy among fans who preferred unaltered versions of manga.

Notable Titles[edit]

CMX published a variety of manga series, some of which gained significant popularity. Notable titles include:

Emma by Kaoru Mori - A historical romance set in Victorian England, praised for its detailed artwork and storytelling.
Crayon Shin-chan by Yoshito Usui - A comedic series about the adventures of a mischievous young boy.
Astral Project by Marginal and Syuji Takeya - A supernatural thriller involving astral projection and mystery.

Controversies[edit]

CMX's decision to edit certain manga titles, particularly Tenjho Tenge, sparked debates about censorship and the authenticity of translated manga. Fans argued that editing content altered the original intent of the creators and deprived readers of the full experience. Despite these controversies, CMX continued to publish a wide range of titles until its closure.

Closure[edit]

In May 2010, DC Comics announced the closure of the CMX imprint. The decision was part of a broader restructuring within the company, and it marked the end of CMX's six-year run in the manga publishing industry. The closure left several ongoing series unfinished in English translation, disappointing fans who had followed CMX's publications.

Legacy[edit]

Although CMX was short-lived, it played a role in the expansion of manga in the North American market. It introduced readers to a variety of genres and styles, contributing to the growing appreciation of manga outside Japan. The imprint's legacy is remembered by fans who enjoyed its diverse catalog and by those who continue to discuss the impact of its editorial decisions.

Also see[edit]

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+[[File:CMX logo.png|thumb]] {{Infobox publisher
-{{Infobox company
 | name = CMX
-| logo =
+| parent = [[DC Comics]]
-| type = [[Subsidiary]]
+| status = Defunct
-| industry = [[Comics]]
 | founded = 2004
 | defunct = 2010
-| parent = [[DC Comics]]
+| headquarters = [[New York City]], [[United States]]
-| products = [[Manga]]
+| distribution = [[North America]]
+| genre = [[Manga]]
 }}
-'''CMX''' was an [[American]] [[comic book]] [[publisher]] and an imprint of [[DC Comics]]. It was established in 2004 and specialized in the publication of [[manga]] for the [[North American]] market. CMX ceased operations in 2010.
+'''CMX''' was an imprint of [[DC Comics]] that focused on publishing [[manga]] for the [[North American]] market. Established in 2004, CMX aimed to bring a diverse range of Japanese manga titles to English-speaking audiences. The imprint was operational until 2010, when it was discontinued by its parent company.
 ==History==
-CMX was launched by [[DC Comics]] in 2004 as a way to enter the growing [[manga]] market in [[North America]]. The imprint aimed to bring a diverse range of manga titles to English-speaking audiences, including genres such as [[shōnen]], [[shōjo]], and [[seinen]].
+CMX was launched by DC Comics in October 2004 as part of an effort to enter the growing manga market in North America. At the time, manga was becoming increasingly popular among readers, and many publishers were seeking to capitalize on this trend. CMX's initial lineup included a variety of genres, from action and adventure to romance and fantasy, catering to a wide audience.
+One of the first titles published by CMX was ''[[From Eroica with Love]]'', a classic manga series by [[Yasuko Aoike]]. The imprint also published ''[[Tenjho Tenge]]'' by [[Oh! great]], which became one of its most well-known series. However, CMX faced criticism for its decision to edit some of the content in ''Tenjho Tenge'' to make it suitable for younger audiences, which led to controversy among fans who preferred unaltered versions of manga.
 ==Notable Titles==
-Some of the notable titles published by CMX include:
+CMX published a variety of manga series, some of which gained significant popularity. Notable titles include:
-* ''[[Tenjho Tenge]]''
-* ''[[Emma (manga)|Emma]]''
+* ''[[Emma (manga)|Emma]]'' by [[Kaoru Mori]] - A historical romance set in Victorian England, praised for its detailed artwork and storytelling.
-* ''[[Crayon Shin-chan]]''
+* ''[[Crayon Shin-chan]]'' by [[Yoshito Usui]] - A comedic series about the adventures of a mischievous young boy.
-* ''[[Gon (manga)|Gon]]''
+* ''[[Astral Project]]'' by [[Marginal]] and [[Syuji Takeya]] - A supernatural thriller involving astral projection and mystery.
 ==Controversies==
-CMX faced criticism early on for its handling of the manga ''[[Tenjho Tenge]]''. Fans were displeased with the heavy [[censorship]] and [[editing]] of the original content, which led to a backlash against the imprint. Despite this, CMX continued to publish a variety of titles until its closure.
+CMX's decision to edit certain manga titles, particularly ''Tenjho Tenge'', sparked debates about censorship and the authenticity of translated manga. Fans argued that editing content altered the original intent of the creators and deprived readers of the full experience. Despite these controversies, CMX continued to publish a wide range of titles until its closure.
 ==Closure==
-In May 2010, [[DC Comics]] announced that CMX would cease operations. The decision was part of a larger restructuring within DC Comics and its parent company, [[Warner Bros.]] The closure marked the end of CMX's six-year run in the manga publishing industry.
+In May 2010, DC Comics announced the closure of the CMX imprint. The decision was part of a broader restructuring within the company, and it marked the end of CMX's six-year run in the manga publishing industry. The closure left several ongoing series unfinished in English translation, disappointing fans who had followed CMX's publications.
 ==Legacy==
-Despite its relatively short lifespan, CMX made a significant impact on the availability of manga in [[North America]]. It introduced many readers to a variety of genres and series that might not have otherwise been accessible.
+Although CMX was short-lived, it played a role in the expansion of manga in the North American market. It introduced readers to a variety of genres and styles, contributing to the growing appreciation of manga outside Japan. The imprint's legacy is remembered by fans who enjoyed its diverse catalog and by those who continue to discuss the impact of its editorial decisions.
-==Related Pages==
+==Also see==
 * [[DC Comics]]
 * [[Manga]]
-* [[Shōnen]]
+* [[Tenjho Tenge]]
-* [[Shōjo]]
+* [[Emma (manga)]]
-* [[Seinen]]
+* [[Censorship in comics]]
+{{DC Comics}}
+{{Manga}}
-[[Category:American comic book publishing companies]]
 [[Category:DC Comics imprints]]
-[[Category:Defunct comics and manga publishing companies]]
-[[Category:Companies established in 2004]]
-[[Category:Companies disestablished in 2010]]
 [[Category:Manga distributors]]
+[[Category:Defunct comics and manga publishers]]
-{{DC Comics}}
-{{comics-stub}}