What can I say, Nintendo keeps making games about fighting monster men with magical vibrating rods, and I keep being the target audience. I try not to think about it too hard.

ETA: This is probably not the place to say this, but still. I love your stories and meta, which collectively serve as a gorgeous example of how careful thought and analysis can enrich creativity when applied with good sense and good taste. I am very shy about commenting, but thank you for everything you share!