  This research delves into the intersection of illustration art and artificial
intelligence (AI), focusing on how illustrators engage with AI agents that
embody their original characters (OCs). We introduce 'ORIBA', a customizable AI
chatbot that enables illustrators to converse with their OCs. This approach
allows artists to not only receive responses from their OCs but also to observe
their inner monologues and behavior. Despite the existing tension between
artists and AI, our study explores innovative collaboration methods that are
inspiring to illustrators. By examining the impact of AI on the creative
process and the boundaries of authorship, we aim to enhance human-AI
interactions in creative fields, with potential applications extending beyond
illustration to interactive storytelling and more.
