THE IDOLM@STER

The central aspect of the plot for The Idolmaster deals with the training of prospective pop idols on their way to stardom. The main talent agency featured in the series is 765 Production (765 Pro), a rising studio located in a small office. Other studios include 876 Production (876 Pro), 961 Production (961 Pro), 346 Production (346 Pro), 315 Production (315 Pro) and 283 Production (283 Pro).

A recurring theme in the series emphasizes the struggles an idol must go through to achieve stardom. The story also explores relationships between characters, ranging from the relationship that develops between an idol and a producer, to the rivalry between idols and production studios.

The producer starts by arranging the idol’s daily schedule, which gives the him a large amount of freedom on what the idol does, including giving the idol the day off. The schedule includes time for the producer to communicate with the idol, take them to jobs, train them during lessons, and offer directions during auditions and performances until they reach the top spot in the entertainment industry. These schedules include going on auditions, having vocal lessons, dance lessons.

Later, idols get part-time jobs to increase their exposure.

The producer would start raising a small group of idols and help them reach their full potential. As their populatiry rise, more idols would be joining the agency.

The idols would then form groups and go on live concerts, fan meetings and so on.

The idol industry is very competitive so the idols raised by the producer will have to face against rival groups and fight to earn the love of their fans.