In Week 10, I focused on finalising my report’s draft. After gathering the necessary research and examples from the series i watched, I began structuring the material into a cohesive draft. A significant part of this process involved deciding the main chapters for my report. I decided on three chapters, each addressing a distinct aspect of stylised violence in animation, particularly in Demon Slayer and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. These two series provided rich examples of how violence is not just depicted but stylised to evoke specific emotional and moral reactions from the audience as they both had a narrative structure to it. They showcased violence that was provoked by an event that took place earlier in the storyline of the series which will help me explain the narrative impact clearly as well.
The chapters I outlined were:
- Chapter 1: Stylised Violence & its Effects on Viewers’ Moral Judgement
This chapter became the centrepiece of my report, as it directly addresses the main topic: how stylised violence in animation affects viewers’ moral judgments. I made sure to allocate more space and focus to this chapter, as it is central to my argument. I discussed how visual representations of violence can desensitise viewers, influence their perception of right and wrong, and create complex moral ambiguities.
- Chapter 2: Impact on the Narrative’s Structure and Resolution
The second chapter explores how the inclusion of violence in animated series shapes the story’s structure. I examined how violence in both Demon Slayer and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners drives plot development and resolution. Violence, in these series, doesn’t just serve as a plot device but plays a pivotal role in shaping the emotional tone and resolution of the story. Again, this chapter received considerable attention in the final draft because it was crucial to understanding the narrative impact of stylised violence.
- Chapter 3: Potential Long-Term Effects on Societal Perceptions
For this chapter, I took a broader approach, reflecting on the long-term impact of stylised violence on societal perceptions of violence, morality, and empathy. While this chapter was important, I decided to keep it concise, not delving too deeply into it. I wanted it to serve as a reflective section, acknowledging the potential cultural consequences without overloading the report with too much speculation. The goal here was to offer a perspective on how violence in animation might shape public perception but not go into extensive detail, as this wasn’t the focus of my study.
By the end of the week 10, I had drafted the full report with clear sections and a strong argument in place. I was ready to move on to the revision stage, where I planned to refine the flow and ensure the report clearly conveyed my findings.
Therefore, in week 11, I made sure that the progression of the chapters was smooth and engaging. I also spent time reviewing the language and overall clarity of the report. My main goal was to find a balance between making the report academically correct as well as easy to understand. I wanted to make sure that even though I was discussing complex ideas, they would still be clear and accessible to anyone reading the report. To do this, I looked for places where the language might be too complicated or confusing and worked to simplify it. I also removed any unnecessary details or repetitive points that might distract from the main ideas, so the report stayed focused on what was most important.
Even though I was happy with the overall flow, I wanted to ensure the language was up to the mark. So I read a few books that focused on violence in visual media and communication to understand how to frame concise sentences. that helped me to form sentences that are neither too long nor too short. I then reviewed the entire report one last time, looking for any areas that needed improvement or clarification and made sure to clearly summarise the key points in the Conclusion section. After this, I spent time checking the formatting, ensuring that everything was consistent and professional. This included things like correct citation styles, clear headings for each chapter, and making sure the references were properly formatted. I also rechecked the word count to ensure the report fit within the required limit without sacrificing any important content.
I felt confident that I had put together a strong report that addressed the topic effectively and met all the requirements. It was satisfying to see the report come together after all the research and work I’d put in over the previous weeks.