I understand I have the unique fortune and means to work with a great selection of artists and that not all are so lucky, but when I write a character, I think they [i]deserve[/i] the piece. It solidifies their identity, even if I only am able to employ their character once, ever. It is a prestige of sorts and as strange as it might be to say, it really is not just for me. Most of my favorite personas I have dreamt up were finalized in identity by art; I could look at them and go, "This is how someone other than me sees them. I want that image to be who everyone thinks of now."

I do not traditionally "wedge" my characters in and some never have their art released to the public; the roleplay could die, the artist could get busy with actual work, the piece and concept are not syncing and so forth. That and... it is mine. My efforts and that of someone I worked closely with have a measured impact.

Changing discussion slightly, my references toward anime characters is mostly because my experiences with it are so jarring. One moment you have a world-weary, hardened soldier forced sellsword done in muted, dull colors and the next you have artwork stolen straight from a series with bright colors, huge eyes or equally unmatched aspects. It would be one thing if I were in that sort of environment, but as you can reason I am not the sort to.

As for elaborations, [@Shoryu Magami], to hell with those who do not read because of their length! It obviously was not going to notably impact their person or mean anything for them if they cannot be bothered to merely read. I am pleased to say though that we agree as far as I can tell.