Well, as some of you may see, this is not a Chapter Update, but a Letter to the readers. This will most likely stay as a chapter in place of it, and the following chapter will be CH 12. Now, on with the letter…
Well (I'm sure you noticed I like this word), I have a lot to say, so lets start with my views on this story, the coupling itself, and the reviews.
1 – My View on Taichi x Hikari Coupling
I'm sure all of you have been disturbed in at least the slightest way by me writing one about this coupling. I took deep thought before writing it, and I know its one Hell of a way to start off an writing career. At a glance, the whole idea of Incest between the 2 siblings is a sick, wrong coupling. I have noticed this, and I want to let everyone know, I have as much trouble writing it as you do reading it. It's hard, and I realize that it makes me look pretty messed up in the head. In my mind, I thought that the Taikari idea was pretty stupid too. As I remembered the whole relationship of Taichi and Hikari, it was close no doubt. It wasn't to the point of love, but a very touching relationship indeed. As most people who know me know, I don't rant, cheer, or encourage Taikari.
2 – My View on my Story, "My Brother".
I kind of dropped the fact that they were siblings, and used it as a "History" for them to work with as their relationship. Some of you also may be thinking, what inspired me to do this? Well, I started reading Taikari about 3-8 weeks before I joined. Some of them were very touching, also using what I did; taking advantage of the bond they shared. Sure, they had their share of hating, and their share of fans. The way that I see it, it's so out of the blue, so impossible and unlikely, that it shocks everyone (In the story, not the readers). Surely it's disturbing, but at the same time, the person that Taichi cared for since they were children is now in love with him, and he can't help but not want her to feel bad. His feelings are real dodgy and unsure at first, but soon he realizes that maybe its "ok". Before you get the wrong Idea, I say this because in the story, he hasn't dated much since Sora broke up with him. I took advantage of that and shaped it into the story.
Sure you might say "So that give him the right to love his sister?" Well, when most people think of Incest, it's instantly either Voluntary or Unwanted Sexual activity (AKA Rape). Incest is only when 2 close relatives having sexual intercourse. That's where I think most people "jump the gun" and instantly stereotype a Taikari relationship as that. Now I have seen a few fics with that in play, but that's not something I'm shooting for, no where near. Family love is one thing and In Love is another. In Taichi's case, he learns that his sister loves him, it's no doubt a very shocking and disturbing moment, and yes, nearly 90 of people will stereotype it instantly. It just knows someone so close to you, and then finding out that it's more than what he thought, it's a hard, confusing feeling. In other words, it's something different. At the same time, people shouldn't take Taikari all so serious, it is just an anime, and as I said earlier, I do NOT and never will condone incest outside of the Taikari relationship.
3 – My "willingness" to write and continue it all…
Well, Taikari is in no doubt a very discouraging couple to write about. I get discouraged A LOT. If any of you are inspired to write Taikari, that is your own decision. I don't embrace it, nor do I discourage it. Like I said earlier, I have read Taikari for awhile, and it definitely has a lot of flames about it. I have had a lot of positive reviews, some neutral reviews, and only 1 negative review. (NOTE: Read the section later in this letter about certain reviews removed)
4 – What is next in line for "My Brother"
I am going to write another chapter, hopefully soon. I was hoping to get as far as 20 chapters or so, but I doubt I have the material and ideas to make it there. Well, where ever it ends, which may be around the 14-20th Chapter or so, I will do all of my "edits". I will redo Chapter 8, fix many errors, and story confusion throughout the other chapters. As many of you can see, its pretty…disorganized. Ch 1-4 are all nearly completely different from 5-10. I did not explain eras and timelines, so those too will be added. I am still debating on the idea of adding the "Review Responses" to the old chapters. If any of you have suggestions, comments, or questions, you can contact me through my email.
5 – Reviews Removed:
Judy (anonymous) The review left by this person was sort of a flame. I usually keep flames, but I know Judy as a friend. Caracal is also her friend, and she did this simply as an act of annoyance.
SoratoBluE-DeViL AKA KoumiLoccness – This is just Koumiloccness. Most people know him; he is just the idiot who flames everyone's story if there isn't any Koumi in it. Kaj-Nrig, Me, Caracal, Dark Rainbow, Dark Qiviut, and about 5-20 other anonymous people are flaming him. There is quite the war going on, here is a link
Well, I hope most of you at least read most of it and understand what it looks like from my point of view. Either way, there will always be haters, and there will always be fans. I only hope this letter at lest makes some think a little more before judging the Taikari relationship.
Review Responses
Caracal Girl – Yeah, I sent you a copy of it when it was half way done. I usually read through it after I finish and change some things around, making it the best I can, and not drifting from the original storyline I thought of
DarkMetalAngel of Destruction – Hey! How's it been going man? I haven't seen your reviews in a while, glad to see that you like it.
Digilover – Yeah, I agree, I hope the letter explains a little bit more about it. As for your suggestion, I agree on that too. My story is real edgy, and very unorganized. Hopefully it will look a little better after its all been assembled and re organized.
Hitori – Thanks! Ill try, but it might not be in around 3 days to a week.
