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◆◇ Important Announcement ◆◇
🕑 Added 2025-09-20 08:17:08 +0000 UTCDear Valued Supporters,
I hope this message finds you well. First and foremost, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and encouragement over the years.
Today, I'm writing to share some important news about the future direction of this Fanbox.
Transition to Game Development Focus
Starting next month, this Fanbox will be transitioning from illustration-focused content to game development as the primary creative focus.
I understand this is a significant change, and I sincerely apologize for the sudden nature of this announcement. Please know that this decision wasn't made lightly—it's the result of 9 months of careful consideration and planning.
The Story Behind This Change
Since January of this year, my artwork has been continuously plagiarized and redistributed without permission across various platforms.
Initially, I believed that increasing my output and putting in more effort would help overcome these challenges. Unfortunately, except for a brief period in May when the main reposting site was temporarily down, there has been a steady decline. By this month, my supporter count has dropped to approximately half of what it was in January.
As someone who relies on Fanbox as my primary source of income, this has been devastating. While I hoped the platform would take decisive action against these violations, the only response has been an increase in creator fees.
By July, I was seriously considering giving up art entirely. However, after five years of dedication and with the amazing support you've all shown me, I couldn't bring myself to simply walk away.
A New Adventure: Game Development
In this challenging situation, I began exploring new possibilities. The rapid advancement of AI technology has opened doors for independent developers to create games that were previously impossible for solo creators.
[Godot Engine move test]
Drawing on my programming background from university, I've spent the past three months learning Godot Engine and testing whether I could realistically develop games. I'm happy to report that the results have been promising enough to move forward with this new direction.
Introducing My First Game Project
My debut game will be a boxing game based on the Nekonana universe.
[*Visual sample]
- Visual Style: Polished arcade-inspired graphics
- Gameplay: Intense Punch-Out! style combat mechanics
- Characters: All new cast except for Yuzuha and Iroha
- Story: Brand new narrative crafted specifically for the game
Development Timeline: 6 months (targeting spring 2024 release)
Progress Updates: Monthly development reports will be shared here on Fanbox
What's Happening with Current Content
My existing illustration series will conclude as follows:
- Nekonana: Will end with the vs. Ryoka chapter
- Milky Rabbit: Will conclude with Episode 1
Originally, I planned to complete vs. Iroha and Episode 2 respectively before starting game development next year. However, given the current circumstances, I've had to accelerate this timeline. The continuation of these stories will be explored through the games themselves.
Subscription tiers will remain unchanged until game release, and future posts will be either public or 350 yen tier.
Moving Forward Together
I cannot express enough gratitude to all of you who have supported my creative journey. Your encouragement has meant the world to me.
I'm fully aware that this change may not align with everyone's expectations. While the piracy issues were the immediate catalyst for this decision, the rapid evolution of AI in the creative space suggests this kind of adaptation may have been inevitable anyway.
Game development represents completely uncharted territory for me. Without any prior release experience, this feels like betting everything on a single roll of the dice.
While the format will be dramatically different, my commitment to creating quality content remains unchanged. If you're willing to join me on this new adventure, I'd be honored to have your continued support.
Thank you for everything, and I hope to see you in this next chapter of my creative journey.
Warm regards,
Purplet
Comments
Purplet
You don't need to push yourself on my account. Please make a choice based on your own circumstances😅
mackerson
I definitely understand how you feel and I just want to let you know that I was forced to stop supporting but only because I had recently lost my job, but I will definitely start supporting you again as soon as I am able to!
Purplet
I don't believe that my patrons should have to shoulder my burdens, but I am very grateful for the kind gesture. In fact, it's highly likely that I will be removing the third support tier when I reorganize the plans. I am absolutely committed to seeing this new goal through to completion👍
MC
It is very disheartening to hear how your work is being reproduced and causing your support to drop off. On the one hand, as someone who loves your artwork I am sad to hear you will be ending your normal creative work. But on the other hand, as someone who desires more games (particularly boxing), I am very happy and excited to see what you will create. As long as you refrain from using AI to create the character art (since your art is so unique and excellent) I know I will be happy with the result. To aid you in your new goal, I have increased my support!
Purplet
Making a wrestling game won't be easy, but I'll do my best to steadily improve my skills until that day comes!👍
FinishedBankai
Awesome, can't wait to see final version because it looks promising and I hope with those project success that maybe possibility for wrestling theme game with your old characters wish you great luck 😁
Purplet
The platform's response is disappointing, to say the least...😓
DudeMik
I am sorry to hear about the cause for the directional change. I too am experiencing something similar, I also primarily earn a humble living from fanbox and patreon, however piracy is costing me a lot at this point.
Purplet
Thank you for the warm message! I'll do my best to live up to your expectations and will work hard on it while also having fun💕
JustSneakN
Your art work has been killer and very VERY beautifully made so seeing the development or announcement of a video game being made for your nekonana series is of MOST excitement!!! I apologize you're art work has been spread onto other platforms & do wish you will get more support from it. Wishing you good luck & may you have fun creating
Purplet
Thank you! It's not my native language either, so there's no problem at all!💕
Liz
I never publicly comment, but you are my favorite artist! Thank you for an amazing journey so far! I will continue to support you throughout! (Sorry if my English is bad, it isn't my first language!)
Purplet
Thank you! I'll definitely finish it👍
Purplet
I believe it was something that couldn't be helped. Now that the broken ship has reached the shore, it's time to see if it's a deserted island with nothing on it, or the golden land of El Dorado👍
CerealBoxRocks
Sad to see the stories end like this, but I'm looking forward to the games you're cooking up!
SHADOW
I get mad enough as it is if someone takes credit for a objective completion on the video game lol
SHADOW
Dang, that really sucks about the piracy, I can't imagine how frustrating that is as an artist. Regardless, I will be here to support you and I am very excited for that game. I actually think it fits your style of art very well.
Purplet
Thank you! That gives me a lot of strength👍
Purplet
Thank you for the continued encouragement💕
kurotenshi92
We don't fault you what so ever my dude do what you feel is right, and I will purchase the boxing game the minute its out.
LustCage
wow, i am very excited for the boxing game, keep the great work ^^
Purplet
This isn't something I can give up on easily. I'm determined to see it through to the very end👍
Purplet
It's my first time making a game, so I know it won't be easy, but the original game definitely had those kinds of hidden elements☺️
Purplet
If this production is successful, you can look forward to another series👍
Purplet
I will do my best to live up to your expectations👍
Purplet
I know it's not going to be easy, but I'll do my best💕
Starnovaaa
Wow, didn't expect that! I'm very curious to see how the game ends up, and it's great that you didn't give up! Stay strong ❤️
j
it would be cool to have local multiplay
影月
I am looking forward to it, I really like your boxing topic arts and characters. owo b Bless you can successful! Also hope can see that your other art series can also be a game to play. owo b
mike
See this why your up there with my favorite artists. I can't wait see what you got cooking! 🔥
Muryoken
Looking forward to it, may you be successful 👍😊
Purplet
They were originally scheduled to appear, but as the game takes place in a different setting, they will be replaced by new characters.😅
Master-TuT
Oh, that's great news! I'm really looking forward to the new game coming out next year. 😊 PD1: It's bad news that piracy is affecting so many content creators.😔 PD2: The only bad thing (for me) is that no old characters from the Nekonoana universe will be appearing. I wanted to see Isejima or Yumemi's other companion again.😅
Purplet
Thank you for wishing me luck. I'll do my best to see it through to completion!👍
Purplet
I'll be sure to get results that repay your support!👍
KameKero
No matter what we'll continue to support you as much as possible! And I'm sure the game will turn out amazing~
lokinaro
Damn ya working on games eh? Well best of luck to ya hope they go well!
