The popularity of "VTubing" has skyrocketed in recent years, enticing whole entertainment companies to sponsor and market these producers to new audiences. Like the content creator Filian, many VTubers also begin their careers on their own before being signed by an agency, in this instance Mythic Talent.
But with a recent statement about products at Anime Expo 2024, Filian has become the subject of debate as the VTubing community realized that she may not truly have the right to get collectible figurines bearing her image.
All of the Information Regarding the Filian Debate
The well-known VTuber will be getting an official Nendoroid figure, according to a post made by Good Smile Company, a well-known figure maker, on their official X account as part of their "
Anime Expo 2024 GSC Figure Update" updates. Though perhaps not for the reason Fillian would have preferred, the post started to become viral. The "community note" that was added to the initial article makes it clear that Jingo's Ryudan, an existing character, served as the inspiration for Filian's design. Jingo then claimed on social media that neither the manufacturer nor any other party had contacted them to request a license for the figurine.With more than 3.5 million views to far, Jingo's tweet ignited an online debate on whether or not it was lawful for GSC to publish the statistic. The situation has caused the VTubing
community to go into a frenzy. There is evidence that Filian has previously had merchandise made using the design, allegedly without permission, and that she has neglected to pay former clip editors. In addition, Filian appears to be an ardent supporter of AI art despite operating in an industry and working in a very artist-driven community.
Additionally, it seems that Komado on X, another artist, has criticized Filian for allegedly selling goods without authorization:This article is still being developed, and as of this writing, neither Filian nor Good Smile Company has responded to the allegations brought against her. In the meanwhile, an increasing number of creators are stepping out to discuss their bad experiences working with the content creator.