Dr. Stone Artist Shares Heart-Wrenching Message on Social Media Following Recent Controversy

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The anime series Dr. Stone will conclude next year, after the manga finished its run in 2022. Though the manga’s artist, Boichi, has completed the story of Senku, he’s recently been in the news for a different reason. He announced he will no longer share artwork on X (formerly Twitter) due to the platform’s new terms of service, and his statement indicates this was a difficult choice.

The artist behind Dr. Stone recently announced they will no longer be posting art on X (formerly Twitter). They explained this decision is due to a new feature on the platform and clarified it’s not because they’re afraid of AI. They actually see potential in AI technology. However, they object to their work being used to train AI or otherwise exploited without their permission or fair payment. The artist expressed fondness for the X community, noting the help of a Canadian friend who translates their posts and shares fan feedback. Despite these positive experiences, they’ve decided to share their comics and illustrations on Instagram instead.

Boichi Takes a Stand

Boichi, the artist, has been deeply affected by his decision to stop posting on X (formerly Twitter). He confessed he’s barely been able to eat since, explaining that sharing his work on the platform was a crucial part of his career. He was particularly touched by the support of his fans, who helped translate, add captions, and spread the word about his comic, Sunday’s Sugar Glider. He feels like all that effort has been lost. While only 55 pages of the 140 he’s created over the past year were shared on X, he truly believed it was the ideal place to connect with readers worldwide and share his work.

Seeing the industry fall apart is devastating, like a physical pain in my chest. But what truly hurts the most is the memory of past injustices. I remember when Korean cartoonists – innocent people – were targeted, attacked, and humiliated. I witnessed the destruction of their lives and dreams, and I’ve carried that trauma with me ever since. Those wounds haven’t healed after all these years, and they likely never will. Now, I’m forced to watch the people I care about – fellow creators – experience the same pain. It breaks my heart to see them forced to abandon their passion and leave the world of comics, and it’s happening everywhere right now.

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2025-12-27 21:11