[merylsilverburg]

kupo, I must say "Wow". I really LOVE your idea...and yes, it's true there are some things that are taken from other series/movies but that's where we all get our inspiration/references from. The fact that you decided to create the two worlds with character counterparts living in each is a very interesting idea. I would say this sort of thing would be good for about a good 26 episode (about two seasons) or if you want to be really mysterious, probably 13 episodes (though the character development or plot buildup would have to be quick or altered to leave things up to the viewer to decide). It would also be cool if you kinda left the ending in that sort of "unexplainable/cliffhanger/make your own conclusion" sort of thing (similar to those of "Boogiepop Phantom" or "Serial Experiments Lain" or the ending of "Angel Sanctuary" and "NOIR"...something like that).
With character style, I think the idea of drawing realism for the real world and slightly more "anime" for the virtual world is nice idea...but the problem is the style wouldn't stay consistent and might confuse new viewers. This is different from live-action to animation...whereas this is animation to animation. But, I think it'll make a very refreshing change. I can see it now though: the minute one of the realistic characters "cross over" to the virtual world, everything about them would change...you can do it in frames, where you start off with the fingers/hands gradually transforming from real to fake. Or it might be easier to just do a flat out transformation the minute they are in the other world. You must remember though to keep some feature about them distinct in order for the viewers to realize it's the same person (I know it's not so hard, but these are the important little things).

Ahh...I'm sorry to ramble on and on and intrude on your plot. ^^;;; I just think this idea is very winning....you should try to draw this out or write the story first...then draw later. It's easier that way. Great job!