What are some essential tools and materials for drawing manga?

Essential tools include pencils (various hardnesses for sketching), an eraser (kneaded erasers are popular), fineliner pens (0.3mm - 0.8mm for inking), a brush pen (for bolder lines and shading), paper (smooth, bleed-resistant paper is best), and potentially a light box for tracing. Digital artists use drawing tablets and software like Clip Studio Paint or Photoshop.