Mizuryu Kei is a well-known author within the hentai industry, recognized for works such as Juvenile Pornography, Oide yo! Mizuryuu Kei Land and Shikiyoku Infinite, which have inspired anime adaptations. However, apart from that, the author is also recognized for constantly drawing the Virtual YouTubers girls of Hololive Production applying his characteristic artistic style. Because of the above, it came as quite a surprise when this morning the author informed via Twitter that he has cut ties with Cover Corp, the company that manages the Hololive Production agency.
ここ半年余りカバーさんの企画に尽力しましたが、再三にわたり企業としてあり得ない対応を受けましたので、金輪際先方との関りは持ちません。
— 水龍敬@Vtuber園長🏰🎩 (@mizuryu) February 22, 2021
To understand the situation, a summary is in order. First of all, it's worth noting that Mizuryu Kei is a well-known author of adult manga, and has made a few appearances during live broadcasts of Hololive Production's Virtual YouTuber, Houshou Marine. He has even designed some thumbnails for the virtual talent's YouTube posts.
🏴☠️このあと23時から🏴☠️
— 宝鐘マリン🏴☠️＠ホロライブ3期生 (@houshoumarine) February 22, 2021
今日は週１歌枠です～🎤🎶
ふーたんから教えてもらった使っていいカラオケのチャンネルを得て、新しい曲も歌っていきます🥳（すべてアニソン）
オタクだからセトリがアニソンしかない。
キミたちもそうだよな☝#マリン航海記
【待機所】https://t.co/cCBottLHRJ pic.twitter.com/YdUm0HyuEK
In his statement on Twitter he also informed that he will stop drawing Houshou Marine and any other Hololive Production or Cover Corp. affiliated members, as well as stop selling related merchandise and delete all illustrations made from his official media. This means a total severance of relations as a person and company. The author also pointed out that none of the Virtual YouTubers have anything to do with the matter, but the management body itself, so he asked his followers not to hold a grudge against the girls.
Previously, the multimedia project Hololive Alternative had been announced, in which a completely original manga with a promotional visual made by Mizuryu Kei had also been announced. It should be noted that this publication has since been removed not by the author, but by the company, indicating that plans have changed. Little is known about the situation that led to the breakdown of the business arrangements, so fans should not jump to conclusions until a more detailed statement is issued by the author or the company.
Source: Official Twitter account
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