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merylsilverburg · Aug 7th, 2002, 02:20 AM

Though I don't know the real reason, I think the mangakas are actually flattered when groups or "circles" make their own stories based on the characters. The reason being, is because: since the original manga is so insanely popular, many people want to create their own stories based off the characters to pay homage to the mangaka. So, that's a form of flattery and the artists don't mind. Yes, there are some very horrible doujinshis, but the circles or group of artists put their heart into making it because they enjoyed it so much, so it sells. Another reason why it sells is because doujinshis are a way to see the impossible. For example:
- To see the characters in new situations and events
- To see two characters whom you wish would end up together, but they don't, end up together
- To create hentai
And while these may be bad reasons (though they are the main ones) doujinshis are very popular because of it. The original mangakas don't mind hentai situations using their characters, since hentai is very common and normal. Doujinshis are harmless because it's only group of fans who wants to pay homage. There is not going to be anyone who will try to rip off the original drawings, since the doujinshis and the original have very different drawing styles. Everyone knows the difference between the real thing and the fake one, so even if one of the "circles" try to claim it as their own, it's not going to work. Another thing: I believe that even some of the mangakas make their own doujinshis off their own characters. For some reasons: a lot of fans complain of no sexual situations in the original, so the mangakas decide to make doujinshis to satisfy their fans.

I personally don't think doujinshis are bad at all. Actually, I would've like to purchase some myself, especially on Cardcaptor Sakura because *SPOILERS* I really wanted Sakura and Yukito to end up together, but since he's in love with her bro.....

. I think there may be some non-hentai doujinshis on Sakura and Yukito, but I haven't checked. I hope my explaination answers some of your question, Hylas.

Aug 7th, 2002, 02:20 AM	#2
merylsilverburg Enemy or Ally? Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 4,023	Though I don't know the real reason, I think the mangakas are actually flattered when groups or "circles" make their own stories based on the characters. The reason being, is because: since the original manga is so insanely popular, many people want to create their own stories based off the characters to pay homage to the mangaka. So, that's a form of flattery and the artists don't mind. Yes, there are some very horrible doujinshis, but the circles or group of artists put their heart into making it because they enjoyed it so much, so it sells. Another reason why it sells is because doujinshis are a way to see the impossible. For example: - To see the characters in new situations and events - To see two characters whom you wish would end up together, but they don't, end up together - To create hentai And while these may be bad reasons (though they are the main ones) doujinshis are very popular because of it. The original mangakas don't mind hentai situations using their characters, since hentai is very common and normal. Doujinshis are harmless because it's only group of fans who wants to pay homage. There is not going to be anyone who will try to rip off the original drawings, since the doujinshis and the original have very different drawing styles. Everyone knows the difference between the real thing and the fake one, so even if one of the "circles" try to claim it as their own, it's not going to work. Another thing: I believe that even some of the mangakas make their own doujinshis off their own characters. For some reasons: a lot of fans complain of no sexual situations in the original, so the mangakas decide to make doujinshis to satisfy their fans. I personally don't think doujinshis are bad at all. Actually, I would've like to purchase some myself, especially on Cardcaptor Sakura because SPOILERS I really wanted Sakura and Yukito to end up together, but since he's in love with her bro...... I think there may be some non-hentai doujinshis on Sakura and Yukito, but I haven't checked. I hope my explaination answers some of your question, Hylas.