Aerith From Final Fantasy 7 Stands Against ‘Smut’ Tagging of Voice Actors

In a recent wave of discussions, Briana White, the voice behind Aerith in Final Fantasy 7, has urged fans to refrain from tagging voice actors in explicit content featuring their characters. This conversation was sparked by an incident involving KPop: Demon Hunters actor Rei Ami, who stumbled upon adult fanfiction about her character, Zoey. White suggested that some fans may have “forgotten the meaning of the word inappropriate.”

Consent and Social Media Interaction

White took to X to express her thoughts, advocating for the normalization of not involving voice actors in such adult-oriented discussions. Many fans responded, arguing that Ami had intentionally sought out the content. White countered, emphasizing that the core issue lies in “consent.”

She lamented the negative impact a few individuals can have on the dynamic between voice actors and fans, despite her own efforts to avoid fan-made content.

White’s portrayal of Aerith extends beyond the 2020 Final Fantasy 7 Remake into Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion, and the anticipated 2024’s Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, among others. She pointed out that her association with the character means she encounters related content frequently. “As someone said earlier, it is a matter of consent.” White noted the difficulty in gauging what is acceptable from social media interactions alone.

Fan Engagement and Boundaries

Ultimately, White acknowledged that while Ami had chosen to explore the fan content, awareness is crucial when fans decide what to share. She concluded her series of posts by listening to the fans’ feedback, stating, “Alright alright y’all have spoken and I hear you. Point stands, just not for [Rei Ami]. Carry on.”

Looking Ahead to the Final Fantasy 7 Saga

White is set to reprise her role in the upcoming final installment of Square Enix’s Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy. This game aims to maintain a concise narrative without cutting content, as explained by series director Naoki Hamaguchi. “It’s about making sure the pacing feels right,” he noted, underscoring the balance between narrative speed and content integrity.