This journal entry is to inform some individuals in regards to a certain part of the copyright laws that I've noticed some people are unaware of and that is the fan character or fan-fiction. Often times we see writers and artists create characters or stories based around the world of a favorite series, which is fine. Though I've noticed some lay claim to said fandom(i.e. claiming copyright to there contribution to the pre-existing story), which is where the information is needed. In most if not all series regardless of genre or medium the intellectual property not only covers the creations of the writer of said world, but also fan characters and fan-fiction set there in. I'm pointing this out so as to prevent the possible hardships a Doujinka may face since they could in the end have their work legally "stolen" by the copyright holder(true unlikely, but possible). I do feel this is important information and should be passed on to as many as possible, so please post this in your journals.

P.S. I am aware that most artists and writers will not steal from their fans, but it has happened in the past and let's face it history repeats itself.