The digital creator, channel, has shocked his community of fans by announcing a drastic decision, being that after he made illustrations of Hatsune Miku, he decided to publish on his networks, that he will stop sharing illustrations of the idol that may be considered sensitive or provocative. This news comes after weeks of growing tension and multiple criticisms from Vocaloid fans and this comes after the image that especially based for his interpretation of the popular Brazilian version of Hatsune Miku, which has become popular lately.
Fans upset by illustrations of Hatsune Miku
In a statement posted on Twitter/X by the digital channel creator, he published a short letter, in which he expressed his deep appreciation for the support he has received throughout his career. But he also acknowledged that his artistic style, characterized by its originality and often provocative nature, has generated an increasingly intense debate among his followers. This came about because of the illustrations of Hatsune Miku that he has been uploading lately and that for many of his followers was not to their liking.
In the letter, channel talks about how he has always felt a deep connection with Hatsune Miku and has enjoyed experimenting with her image in various ways. However, he explains that he has come to the conclusion that it is necessary to find a balance between his creative freedom and respect for the community that has supported him for so long, including Vocaloid fans. And it is that channel, he also makes Vocaloid videos, which has made him have more fans from that community.
channel mentions that his broadcasting capacity increased after the creation of some music video clips (MV), which also intensified criticism of his illustrations, the popularity of Hatsune Miku’s images with cultural touches such as the Brazilian version has unleashed a wave of reactions, both positive and negative. In the letter, he admits that, despite having considered his creative freedom to be valid, the growing complaints from fans and the increased visibility of his work have led him to reconsider his approach.
The user stresses that he wishes to continue creating music videos and other works, however, he feels it is necessary to adjust his content to avoid upsetting the Vocaloid community and other creators. Channel also expresses his thanks to those who have supported his work and apologizes for any lack of consideration in his past activities, and stresses that he hopes one day they will be able to forgive him for all the wrong he has done.
At the end of the letter we see a promise to create higher quality content and to tailor his approach to better satisfy his audience, the decision to limit sensitive material reflects an attempt to balance creative freedom with respect for fans and the wider Vocaloid community. The future of Hatsune Miku illustrations by channel promises to be more mindful of audience sensitivities.
