hello everyone... been a while..

I already made this announcement in my discord server, and I finally got around to do it here as well.

Believe me, I never really expected myself to quit either. As an avid roleplayer, bot creating was such a fun and addicting hobby, and I got into it fairly quickly. Through here my writing improved, and I was able to express my creativity and ideas in a diverse community. But I can't do this forever.

I will be answering questions you may have:

> Why are you quitting?

I just don't chat with bots anymore, not only that, but my view on AI has changed drastically ever since I took a break. As I used AI to chat with bots, reading how they wrote, it heavily affected my insecurity of my own writing. Once I just stopped talking with bots in general, my writing began to improve, and I felt like I had more control of my words. It's really hard to explain. I often compared my writing to the bot's responses, which was a habit I finally broke once I stopped using it.

Not only that, but someone made a reddit post, calling out no one specifically, but people using "AI" to write their first messages. I've also heard talk about this amongst others, and I too have wondered if it was being used as well. However, I snapped out of that sort of thinking.

AI in roleplaying and storytelling, often uses its inspiration from authors and other writers. The way we creators write, is often inspired by other authors and literature. For example, my writing is HEAVILY inspired by the authors I read. Stephen King is one of them(obviously not the weird parts of it but u get the gist). It's similar to a person accusing an artist for using AI to create their art, only to be proved wrong. Actually, it's the exact same. This is another reason I have stopped writing on JanitorAI.

NOT ALL ART IS AI. This includes images, writing, and etcetera. It is AI that takes from art. Remember that before anything.

Of course, there is nothing wrong with using bots/ai for roleplaying. Hell, there's nothing wrong with asking AI for help. How can you fix this wording? What's another word I can use besides [blank]? Is this sentence run-on? Etc.

Secondly, I have mixed feelings on the community. A lot of the people are amazing, and there are safe places here. Just communication is lacking, and due to that, issues arise. I don't like being dragged into drama, with people I don't know, when I literally don't speak to like... anyone. My DMS are very dry. I'm way too busy with my life, work, and my education to really ever talk on discord. Or with anyone.

If you have an issue with someone or believe there is one, contact the person. Fact check. Communicate. Don't jump to Reddit. Refrain from going out of your way to start something.

Thirdly, I am way too busy. Like stated just a few words ago, I'm very busy with getting this degree and work. It's a lot, and I'm writing A LOT. I love to write, but I'm constantly burnt out.

> Will I ever return?

Most likely not. In like maybe... 6 years, yeah! When I finally reach a stable position in life, I may return. However, that will take a long time, and I don't mind that. But I have some good-ish news...

I'm not fully quitting. I just won't be posting on JAI. Will I be posting bots regularly? NO. But, on special occasions, like maybe a friend's birthday, New Years, Christmas, MY birthday, etc, I will. Or maybe when I just have free time and I'm like it why not.

These bots will be available in my discord, and then on my KOFI. (for free obviously).

> Commissions?

Uhhhh no. Maybe when I have free time and need money I'll open them back up, but for now, no.

> FINAL NOTE.

I really do love you guys, especially those who have been with me since the beginning. You've witnessed my growth in writing, storytelling, and bot creation. I have grown a lot, and I feel like I can reach higher heights if I venture somewhere else.

I am so sorry to those who are avid followers, I've never wanted to disappoint you, but now I may have done just that. Thank you for everything, and thank you for being the drive that pushed me to continue what I did. Even still, you guys are that drive. I am going to get better, I just can't do it here.

I've met amazing people, and amazing creators. Now I may not really use AI or JAI, but just know I'll always try and be there to support you all. So if you see me in that review section...

Anyways, I also want to emphasize this... do not idolize us creators. We are human, we have flaws, we have personality. Me, I've made PLENTY of mistakes, messed up so many times. But we grow, we better ourselves. Creators are just like you, roleplayers. (but despite flaws we don't stand for racism, homophobia, etc. just making that point clear).

SO... you might be wondering if you'll be able to read my writing ever again, if you're into that. Like I posted before, I DO have an AO3. I won't be super active, but I may publish a few of my writings there. And more. Expect possible fanfics. Scratch that, you WILL see fanfics.

That's all I really have to say, my retrospring will be open. Not for requests, but if you want to keep in contact and you're just shy. My DMS are not open for now.

OK WAIT. ONE LAST THING FOR MY CREATORS!!!:

To my fellow writers and creators, I commend you for all of the work you've done so far, and what you plan to do. I know about the blood, sweat, and tears you put into your world-building, your writing, your site creations, your research to improve, looking endlessly for face claims, and feeling hopeless when you're in writer's block.

It is scary to put yourself out there, but you did it anyway (or future creators, you plan to do). Just know, do NOT let other people's negativity bring you down. Refrain from comparing yourself to others. You are YOU, and if you want to improve, YOU can do it. Do not compare and feel down, but learn, grow, and enjoy writing. I promise you the high of your fingers typing frantically as words come to your mind, and you create the juiciest most -inducing line/starter, is greater than you could ever imagine. And you have that power.

Be inspired, erase that "i wish I could write like them" mindset... NOWWW!!

Express yourself, have fun. Whatever you're doing right now, or plan to do, is great. And soon enough everyone will see that. I already see that.

Once again, thank you all for everything. I don't expect everyone to be happy about my decision, and I know those who have been preying on my downfall will probably be kicking their feet to this, but its fine

I love you all,

Vyn

(also there are prob errors in this just ignore u know wat i maean )

if you have any questions i can probably answer them i think