Otaku Woman Arrested for Defending Her Husbando

On June 3, the Kyoto Prefectural Police sent a notification to the prosecutor's office regarding a copyright infringement case. The suspect is a 25-year-old woman from Tokyo who allegedly modified and disseminated images of characters from the popular smartphone game "Ensemble Stars!!" without authorization. The woman has admitted to the charges, stating that she did so because she felt that her favorite character (husbando) was not being treated properly.

"Ensemble Stars!!" is a male idol training game that has gained considerable popularity, especially among young girls. According to authorities, the woman is suspected of having modified images of the game's characters using her personal computer at her home around January 2, 2023. The modification consisted of attaching images of insects to the game's characters. He then shared six of these modified images on three different occasions through the social network Twitter, which is considered a violation of the copyright of the company that developed the game.

In April 2023, the company responsible for the development and distribution of "Ensemble Stars!!" issued a statement on its official website, stating that these unauthorized modifications caused "a sense of discomfort and fear" and hindered the operation of the app, severely damaging the image of its contents. As a result, the company filed a criminal complaint with the Kyoto Prefectural Police.

This case highlights the importance of copyright enforcement and the potential legal consequences of unauthorized manipulation of digital content. In an era where social media allows for the rapid spread of content, it is crucial for users to be aware of the legal implications of their online actions.

Source: Yaraon!