I see. If the game is using an already known character I see your logic.
Still think it's better without it. But I do admit he IS cute in those scenes. lol
Your story is one of those that transcends the artwork tho.
Like Stephen King said: You can forgive almost anything if the story is good enough.
Or the character, in this case. (Since I don't know much of the story yet.)
I look forward to see more of the game. ^_^