One way could be by introducing a new character who has a dark past and forms a complicated relationship with one of the existing guardians. For example, a character who was once an enemy but now has a strange attraction to a guardian. This could create a 'pitch black' aspect as their relationship would be full of mistrust and yet an irresistible pull.
A 'rise of the guardians pitch black love story' in a sequel could be developed through a love triangle that involves some dark magic or a curse. Say, two guardians fall in love with a new character who is unknowingly under a curse that makes their love a source of danger and chaos. This would add a lot of drama and the 'pitch black' element to the story.
The manga might serve as the basis for adaptations like anime or live-action shows, but the extent of similarity depends on various factors.
Hard to say. Maybe there are fans who enjoy both and draw some loose comparisons, but there's no official crossover or inherent link between them.
Recently, the Dragon Ball Super manga has introduced some unexpected character arcs and power-ups. There's a lot of action and suspense to keep fans engaged.
I have no idea how these things could be related. They seem completely random.
The main difference is that comic panel layout often varies based on the style and genre of the comic, while manga usually has a more consistent and distinct style.
I'd recommend 'The Abandoned Empress' - it has a great mix of fantasy elements and a touching romance story.
Such anime often deal with themes of privacy invasion, shame, and the exploration of personal desires in an uncomfortable or controversial context.
It's an adult-oriented and potentially inappropriate comic. Such content often violates ethical and legal standards.
Such comics often feature drastic physical changes and exploration of new identities. But they can be controversial due to their explicit nature.
Not that I know of. You might have better luck using specific search terms and exploring different comic websites to see if you can find what you're looking for.