What are the key differences in character archetypes and narrative structures commonly found in comic books compared to manga?

American comics often feature archetypal heroes with clear moral codes, facing antagonists with straightforward motivations. Manga character archetypes are often more nuanced and flawed. Narrative structures in American comics frequently follow episodic patterns with overarching storylines. Manga often employs longer, more serialized narratives with complex character arcs and thematic explorations spread across multiple volumes.