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Who Wore It Better? Onmyoji And Honor of Kings Clash Over Character Design
22.03.2024 - 17:35 / droidgamers.com
Onmyoji ignited controversy this week by accusing MOBA Honor of Kings of copying character designs. So far in the Onmyoji and Honor of Kings Clash, the accusations centre on two characters: Onmyoji’s Susanoo and SP Susabi, versus Honor of Kings’ Da Siming and Oshimikami. Onmyoji claims that these designs bear too close a resemblance to be coincidental.
Onmyoji’s accusation carried the weight of a gavel striking a wooden block, echoing through the gaming community’s halls. They claimed that Honor of Kings had allegedly lifted designs from their beloved game, sparking controversy. NetEase, spearheading the charge, didn’t merely wield words; they brandished their legal arsenal.
While both characters share some stylistic elements, like long dark hair and flowing garments, they also have distinct features. Some people have highlighted the differences in details like hair color, facial features, and clothing ornamentation.
Honor of Kings fans argue that the similarities are generic elements common in many games, particularly those depicting characters from Chinese mythology.
Onmyoji supporters highlight details like Susano’o’s fiery hair and SP Susabi’s flowing garments, while Honor of Kings players point to Li Bai’s sword and Oshimikami’s intricate armor as unique elements.
Take a look at the comparisons of the Honor of Kings designs of Da Siming vs Onmyoji’s Susanoo and SP Susabi.
Onmyoji has taken the accusations further by filing a lawsuit against Honor of Kings. Their official statement included a copy of a lawyer’s letter outlining the copyright infringement claims. The letter specifies that Onmyoji believes Honor of King’s characters infringe on the copyrights of their Susanoo and SP Susabi designs.
The Onmyoji and Honor of Kings Clash has the gaming community split on the issue. Some see apparent similarities and support Onmyoji’s stance. Others believe the designs are distinct enough and point out the prevalence of similar aesthetics in the genre. There’s also debate about the timeframes involved, with some questioning if Honor of Kings could have copied and implemented a design in such a short period.
What do you think? A copy or a coincidence?
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