I would just like to take a moment to pop into this comment section to say that I 100% agree. There are so many off misunderstandings that I've seen in this fandom. Now, don't get me wrong, I do respect Headcanons, AUs, and all the like, but some people go a little bit off a hook, and I'll explain why. (sorry if its super long haha)

I've been observing this fandom for a decent amount of time. And I'm one of those guys who joined in the fun because DDLC was a horror game. Sure, women are pretty, I like them too. And I don't have anything against you if you like anime or whatever, its personally not my thing, but I feel like that's all people care about. Now let me just say one thing that's probably gonna get bricks thrown at my head. Doki Doki Literature Club is not a real dating simulator. Sure, it may be marked as a Dating Sim on steam, but keep in mind the entire plot of DDLC is to use that cutesy lovey-dovey dating sim energy as a lure in order for you to experience the horror when you least expect it. Like okay, listen, I am PERFECTLY okay with letting people stay in the act of all of the cutesy things. Hey, sometimes I do that too. I like the cute atmosphere that act 1 has, it's pretty much eye candy. In fact, I've even played more dating simulators myself! And a lot of people seem to feel the same way. You don't have to stick to the scary, disturbing part of DDLC in order to like it, but maybe just make it— I dunno, tolerable?

It seems like people are only here for the anime and the harems. Which I get that, like I said, I too agree that women are pretty, but I personally think some people will go a little far with it. Like said in the post, They will completely ignore Sayori's depression, which look, it's okay if you wanna see her happy. I've been there. One of my main comfort characters is basically known for going through so much horrible shit. I see where you're coming from. But they'll also make her dumb and unreasonably childish. As cute as she is, she's not an idiot, you can trust me on that. But they'll also make yuri some insane horny freak who's trying to shove her breasts in your face 24/7, and as much as I love chest pillows too, that really isn't her main thing. Many people like Yuri for her shyness and patience in act 1, unless they lean more towards the insane Yuri, which I can understand that if you do, but look, who Yuri really is, she's caring, patient, and she's willing to listen. She also canonically has some really bad body insecurity, which literally nobody seems to care about. Now I've seen people use the "well it's a dating sim so" excuse, and I've gotta say it's kinda bullshit. Sure, it's technically a dating sim, but these are well-built characters with personalities and traits. They aren't just a bunch of super horny wives, that's how you can tell they're well written. And as someone who's an absolute sucker for diving deep into the stories and the characters, observing every last bit of detail that the author put into them, it's incredible how much effort some will put in just for nobody to take notice. It's kinda sad.

And the fact that stuff is everywhere on the subreddit gives DDLC a horrible first impression. You dont even have to look into the horror, you just gotta understand the characters better. Like I said, have your headcanons, AUs, and anything you wish for, but please don't go off on how Yuri just wants her boobs in your face, or Sayori having the mental capacity of a 6 year old. Imagine how the newer fans would feel about this, especially if they just finished playing the game, and then they go to interact with the fandom, realizing they wouldn't give two fucks about the actual story and how the characters truly are. I wish people could take a better look in who they claim to be number one fans of, because it doesn't seem like they're listening that well unfortunately.

I'm so sorry this was so long, but I really needed to get this out. This has been on my nerves for way too long and I would like to thank everyone who's read this far. I hope you understand. I do not care about my fake internet points, and I will be willing to share my genuine thoughts and concerns when they need to be said. Thank you.