Creating a webtoon is no small feat. Between juggling storylines, art, 뉴토끼 and managing your fanbase, mistakes can happen. But some missteps? Well, they’re just plain avoidable. So, let’s break down the top 10 pitfalls webtoon creators make – and why you should steer clear of them.

1. Poor Planning (AKA “Winging It”)

Think you can just make up the plot as you go? Sure, that might work until your characters are stuck in a plot hole so deep, even you can’t get them out. Plan your story arc ahead, or prepare for the chaos.

2. Inconsistent Updates (Out of Sight, Out of Mind)

There’s nothing like waiting months for the next episode, only to forget the entire plot when it finally drops. Readers are not known for their patience. Stick to a schedule, or watch your fanbase slowly disappear into the void.

3. Ignoring Feedback (Yes, Even the Brutal Ones)

Sure, some comments are just plain mean. But ignoring all feedback, good or bad, is a rookie move. Your readers can offer valuable insights. Listen to them – but don’t let them hijack your creative vision.

4. Weak Character Development (Cardboard Cutouts Don’t Count)

Nobody wants to follow a cast of one-dimensional characters. If your protagonist is as exciting as a wet mop, readers will tune out. Make your characters grow, evolve, or at least have more personality than a houseplant.

5. Overcomplicating the Plot (Are We in a Maze?)

Complex storylines can be great, but if readers need a flowchart to understand what’s happening, you’ve gone too far. Keep it engaging but clear. Confusion doesn’t equal depth.

6. Terrible Pacing (Dragging or Rushing – Pick Your Poison)

Do you like 10 chapters of nothing happening? Neither do your readers. On the flip side, rushing through key moments makes it feel like you’re skipping the best parts. Find the balance, or risk losing your audience’s attention.

7. Burnout (Because You’re Not a Robot)

Burning the candle at both ends might seem noble, but it’s a fast track to creative burnout. Take care of yourself. Trust us, readers would rather wait a bit longer than see their favorite series fall apart because the creator ran out of steam.

8. Not Marketing Your Work (Hiding Your Light Under a Rock)

Think your webtoon is so good that it will market itself? Cute, but no. If you’re not actively promoting your work on social media and other platforms, expect to remain in obscurity. Your masterpiece deserves better.

9. Copying Popular Trends (Hello, Blandville)

Jumping on the latest trend might seem like a shortcut to success, but if you’re just copying what’s already been done, readers will notice. Originality goes a long way, even in a sea of fantasy wolves and high school romances.

10. Quitting Too Soon (Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day)

Success doesn’t come overnight. If you’re ready to give up because you’re not an overnight sensation, remember that even the most popular webtoons took time to gain traction. Stick with it – or regret quitting too soon.