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Hello everyone!

I'm happy to finally share the first update of Finding Family Chapter 10!

Thank you so much for your patience and continued support during the break!

Chapter 9 ended with an unexpected turn at the homecoming ceremony. Chapter 10 picks up from there, following Charr and the family as they face what comes next.

This is a particularly important chapter for Charr, and I've spent a lot of time preparing the story and working out the details. I hope you'll enjoy seeing how everything unfolds!

As previously announced, Chapter 10 will be released in 16 parts, with new updates on the second Saturday of each month. The next update is scheduled for November 14.

A Note About Adult Content

Starting with Chapter 10, adult scenes in the English edition will use the same mosaic censorship as the Japanese edition.

I'll also be gradually updating older works in the Patreon Shop and archives to follow the same standards.

I've decided to make this change so I can continue creating and sharing Finding Family with peace of mind.

Thank you for your understanding!

A quick note about the mosaics:

I've received a few questions about whether uncensored versions will be available on other platforms.

The main reason for this change isn't Patreon itself. Since I'm based in Japan, I also need to consider Japanese legal restrictions on explicit content. So switching to another platform wouldn't really solve the issue.

I plan to use mosaics in my explicit artwork from now on, and I don't have any plans to offer uncensored versions elsewhere.

I know this is disappointing, and honestly, it's frustrating for me too. It wasn't an easy decision, but I hope you can understand. Thank you for your continued support!

Notice: Older posts are removed after about three months. Update #10 and #11 are next in line for deletion in the coming weeks, so please save any files you'd like to keep.

Thank you again for sticking with Finding Family!

I'm excited to finally begin Chapter 10, and I hope you'll enjoy the journey ahead! 🥰

Comments

Qlnom

Oh hello Casket!!! Seriously, what a really great way to start the chapter!

Atchop25

Will there be non-mosaic versions available? Kinda bummer to have a read and see ‘smudges’ to your wonderful art and storytelling — one of the reasons why I stuck for years to a Patreon subscription with you. Gumroad perhaps where the chapters are available without the smudgy mosaics?

Maririn

Haha, glad you liked the opening! Thanks so much!

Imp's Paradise

Is there a chance of purchasing the noncensored version by the end or will all your art now have to be censored?

roartiger34

I believe Gumraod no longer allows NSFW content on the platform,

Atchop25

Aww double-bummer... I understand why Maririn opted for this, but still hoping they could find a way. p.s. Perhaps OF? That place definitely allows NSFW haha

Maririn

Thank you so much for supporting my work all these years! I completely understand your disappointment. Honestly, this wasn't an easy decision for me either. I've decided to make this change as a precaution so I can continue publishing my comics with greater peace of mind. Unfortunately, Gumroad isn't an option for my adult content, and I'm currently selling my comics only through the Patreon Shop. I don't have any plans to offer non-mosaic versions elsewhere at the moment. I really appreciate your longtime support and your kind words about my art and storytelling. Thank you!

Atchop25

Happy to support a well-deserving author! 😉 Forgot that Patreon has a shop - and that you had one! (see! I’m not that savvy with Patreon since I only have a sub with you haha) I guess I’ll be opting for that. Tho I’m sure the full chapter will be available in 16 months (since 16 parts total) - patience will be my best friend till then ;(

Atchop25

or maybe have the chapters with non-mosaic parts available in your Patreon Shop too? 🙏🥺

EromiteFanBoy

Hi there 😊 May I ask, whilst others are saying about a non-mosiac version, is it possible that you may explore ways to sell a non-mosiac version on other platforms?

Nobodykid

Oh thank god that start almost get me lol

Maririn

Hi! I'm planning to use mosaics for all my adult content from now on, so I don't have any plans to offer non-mosaic versions elsewhere. I totally understand how you feel. It's frustrating for me too, but times are changing... I hope you can understand! 🥲

EromiteFanBoy

Major good twist there. I can't wait to see them process what has happened and how they work through it as a family 😌

EromiteFanBoy

What a bummer due to Patreon. I hope you eventually manage to find a way to sell a non-mosiac version of your comics, but I'll continue supporting you anyway 😅😊

Maririn

I'm planning to use mosaics for all my adult content from now on, so I don't have any plans to release non-mosaic versions later. It's a frustrating decision for me too, but as an artist based in Japan, I have to consider the legal restrictions here as well. I hope you can understand!

EromiteFanBoy

Ohh... I forget that detail of you living in Japan. I guess we were lucky we got non-mosaic artwork when we did 😅

Maririn

Aww, thank you so much! That really means a lot to me! 💕 I should've explained this earlier, but the mosaics aren't really a Patreon-specific issue. Since I'm based in Japan, I have to consider the legal risks of publishing uncensored adult content here. So unfortunately, switching to OnlyFans or another platform wouldn't solve the problem, and the versions in my Patreon Shop will have mosaics too. And yes, Chapter 10 will be released in 16 monthly parts, so it'll take a while to finish! 😅 I really appreciate your patience and your efforts to find another option. Thank you for sticking with me! 🥰

Maririn

Thank you so much! Just to clarify, it's not actually because of Patreon. Since I'm based in Japan, I have to consider the legal risks of publishing uncensored adult content, so switching platforms wouldn't solve the issue. It's really frustrating for me too, but I want to protect the place I've built to share my work and keep creating. And honestly, knowing that you're willing to keep supporting me even with this change means more to me than anything. I'm truly grateful. Thank you so much! 😭💕💕

EromiteFanBoy

How could I not support you in future!! 😭😭 Yours and Alex's work is sublime and VERY satisfying on the eyes 😉 I'd be an idiot to give up now 😭😭😭

S c r y b e r

: O The beginning of this chapter really got to me. How my heart raced so much. Somehow, I have the strangest feeling there are more bad news coming. Hopefully just my thoughts. Meanwhile, I wish a happy welcome back from your vacation, I hope you had a great rest and spend time with your loved ones.

Maririn

Haha glad you enjoyed the twist!

Maririn

Aww, you're going to make me cry too! 🥹❤️ I'm so happy you love what Alex and I create together! And yeah, being based in Japan makes things a little complicated! 😅 I really wish I could keep things as they were, but knowing you're still happy to support my work means the world to me!!

Maririn

Thank you! That's exactly what I wanted to explore in this chapter! I'm really happy you're looking forward to it! 😆

Matías

I'm not complaining, firstly because of the patreon price (very cheap), so I feel I have no right to comment on your art hahaha But I do love your art, give me more Charr x Tobias please!!!!

Maririn

Haha, looks like the opening had quite an impact! I won't spoil what's coming next, but I hope you'll enjoy the rest of the story! And thank you so much for the warm welcome back! Honestly, it was less of a vacation and more of a race to get the next chapter ready, Haha. It was a lot of work, but I really enjoyed it. And I'm so happy to be chatting again with kind readers like you!

Knightoftomorrow

Oh man you got me worried during the first few pages lol. Really loving this new chapter. Can’t wait to see where it goes. :)

Maririn

Haha, of course you're always welcome to share your thoughts, regardless of the price! Thank you so much for supporting my work! And don't worry, there's still plenty more to come for Charr and Tobias!

Maririn

Haha thank you! I'm so glad you're enjoying the new chapter! I hope you'll love what's coming next too!

Paradator

Nice to see you posting again! And I agree with everyone else, what a start to this chapter. Had me stressing out lol

Maririn

Thank you! It's great to be back! Haha, I didn't expect the opening to give everyone quite such a scare! I'm really happy to be sharing the story with you all again!

TegirVaru

do japanese not have a way to petition their government on their archaic laws. I've been following forever, and the mosaic just keeps getting worse. stand up for yourselves, please. orz (not that canadians aren't overly compliant either, but we at least don't feel so repressed).

zach fore

Yay, Char is alive! I'm glad that Coal wasn't going to get bad news.

DevDragon

How long do we have to purchase and download the uncensored versions in the Patreon store before they are replaced with the new censored versions?

Karudo

'Finding Family' is probably the only stable thing in my life right now (I'm not exaggerating 😭). You're the only creator I'm subscribed to on Patreon, and whenever I see a notification from my favorite artist pop up on my phone, it instantly makes my entire day. 🥹 Maririn, I think your readers will eventually understand the changes you've decided to implement, not because you wanted to, but because you HAD to in order to keep creating, make people happy on this and other platforms, and essentially make a living out of it. It all sounds more than reasonable to me. I've looked into the issue a bit, and apparently, Article 175 of Japan's Penal Code restricts the distribution and public display of material legally classified as "obscene," including certain digital content. It's such a shame that these legal restrictions can complicate things for artists trying to share their work. 😭 The only solution I can see is making both of you SUPER successful so you and Alex can move to the States and you can post NSFW content without any restrictions (I'm joking, of course... but who knows? 👀). I'm genuinely invested in this comic series. I really want to see Elias and Coal mature together and discover how their relationship develops, along with the journeys of all the other characters. I love them all so much! And honestly, I think those of us who've been enjoying your work for so long will stick around until the very end, regardless of these changes. We're here for the story and the characters, after all. 🫶 So, best of luck to you and Alex, Maririn! がんばれ!💕😺✨ P.S. That beginning was ABSOLUTELY EVIL. 💀 But I'm so glad Charr was okay after all!

Maririn

Thanks for following my work for so long! I understand your frustration, and I feel it too. I actually think things used to be more permissive in some ways, and restrictions on adult content seem to be getting tighter worldwide, not just in Japan. On the other hand, I think Japan also has some creative freedoms that aren't always found in Western countries. Personally, I'm not really the type to fight against society's rules. I'd rather find ways to keep creating within the society I live in. It can be frustrating, but I still love what I do and want to keep doing it! Thanks for caring and sharing your thoughts!

Maririn

Yes! Coal has already been through so much, so I'm glad he didn't have to face that kind of heartbreak. Thanks for caring about him!

Maririn

I haven't set a specific deadline. I'll be replacing the older versions gradually as I work through them, so there's no fixed schedule. If there are any uncensored versions you'd like to keep, I'd recommend downloading them while they're still available. Thanks for understanding!

Maririn

Yes, they are! 😭 I'm so glad you care about them so much! Thanks for reading!

Maririn

Oh wow, your comment really touched my heart! Knowing that Finding Family brings happiness to your everyday life means so much to me. I'm especially grateful that you took the time to look up Article 175 and understand the challenges artists in Japan face. It really means a lot to have someone understand the situation I'm in. This wasn't an easy decision for me, so your kindness and support are incredibly encouraging. And haha, imagine me moving to the States and working alongside Alexei there! That would be quite an adventure! What makes me happiest is knowing how much you love the story and characters. I've spent so many years bringing them to life, and hearing that you want to follow their journeys to the very end is incredibly rewarding. Comments like yours remind me why I love creating comics, even when things get difficult. Thank you so much for being here and supporting us! ありがとう!🥹💕💕 P.S. Haha, I admit that opening was a little evil! Sorry for the scare!

Goddard

I'm sorry, but being unable to see your art uncensored is hugely disappointing. While I understand it seems to be out of your control, it's a huge step backward. Mosaic censoring is just an objectively worse experience imho.

P03

I love the work and followed forever :) but the mosaic censorship sounds... Disappointing sadly

Hikaru Ginno

I absolutely understand your reasons and support your decision. I only find it sad that you are practically forced to such measures due to the strict laws, which till this day I don't understand the logic behind it. We see exactly what happens there, so why do they ask porn creators to hide that one detail. In more hardcore cases everything else is allowed as well, what does it matter if we see the genitals clearly? I know your works are going to be awesome either way, pixelated or not. I just wish you could express your talents freely and hope one day the government of Japan comes to the conclusion that when something is adult content, the cesoring of genitals is meaningless since it's up to the adults to decide if they want to watch said content or not. Until then, best of luck and kind regards ❤️

TegirVaru

very understandable. thank you for answering 😌

祈 狼

I hate mosaics.

Maririn

I completely understand how you feel. I don't usually talk about it much, but believe me, as the artist, I probably hate having to censor my own work even more than you might imagine. I pour so much time and effort into drawing the very details I now have to cover up. So yes, it's incredibly frustrating for me too. But I've decided to take this precaution to reduce the legal risks and protect the place I've built to share my work. It's not because I'm okay with censorship, but because I want to keep creating. I know it's disappointing, and I appreciate you being honest about how you feel. Thank you for supporting my work!

Maririn

Thank you for sticking with my work for so long! I wish I could keep things the way they were, too. I hope my stories will still bring you joy!

Maririn

Thank you so much for your thoughtful words and for supporting my decision! I understand what you mean, and I also find it frustrating that certain details have to be hidden while so much else can be shown. As an artist, I put a lot of care into those very details, so having to cover them up is honestly painful for me too. I really wish I could share my work exactly as I created it, but I also want to protect the place I've built to share my stories and keep creating for years to come. It means so much to hear that you still believe in my work, mosaics or not. Your understanding and encouragement really help me feel more confident about moving forward. Thank you again for your kindness and support! 💕

Goddard

I truly do understand. And while I wanted to vent, I respect you making the tough decision in order to secure your business!

MCKILLER1910

Jesus you really not holding back, really open with a freaking heart attack you x'D also understandable for the censored stuff, it been a long live rule after all, the least you can do is keep it not too strong, like how you used to do with your old work from neko x neko and stuff, keep up the good work ^^

Maririn

Haha, sorry for the heart attack! And thanks for understanding the mosaic situation! I'm really happy you still remember Neko x Neko! The standards for mosaic censorship seem to have gotten stricter over the years, so I need to make sure the shapes underneath aren't clearly recognizable anymore. But I totally understand what you mean! Believe me, I really don't like mosaics either! Thanks for sticking with my work all these years!

Toumamita

I almost forgot you were from Japan, I don't quite understand the censorship, I've seen adult works where they only use a few lines in the genitals? Is that not a viable option here?

MCKILLER1910

You welcome always excited to see more of your work x3

Maririn

I used to use black bars in my older black-and-white comics, but for full-color artwork, I actually think mosaics look less distracting. Neither option is ideal, of course haha

Maririn

Haha, I know, it's been a while! There'll be an adult scene in Chapter 10 too!

EromiteFanBoy

Just had a thought! Instead of mosaic, why not black censor bars? I've seen a number of Japanese artists use for years, which I think might be the best was to get around censors, and we'll still be able to see the good stuff 😏😏😏

Maririn

Thanks for the suggestion! 😆I actually used black censor bars in my older black-and-white comics! But Japanese platforms like DLsite recommend mosaics for full-color works, since the outlines need to be properly obscured. And with my art style, I personally think mosaics look much better than having thick black bars all over the artwork. Of course, I'd rather not use either haha