Is it permissible to draw anime characters without facial features, except for the ears only, and what is the ruling on drawing facial hair (like a beard and mustache) while the rest of the facial features are absent?
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Many scholars are of the opinion that it is permissible to draw animate beings that are missing a vital organ without which life cannot be sustained, such as drawing the head alone. The same applies if the drawing is complete in form but with concealed facial features like the eyes, nose, and mouth, because such drawings do not imitate Allah's creation. Complete pictures are permissible if drawn for children with the intention of entertaining and educating them, based on the permissibility reported concerning dolls for girls.
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