Various RMXP sprites by Ace_V

[Ace_V]

It's come to my attention that some people in the community are now using the excuse of "free assets" as a "license" to train AI on those free assets.

While I have tried not to include legalese in this thread, I feel I need to add some notes.

I do not consent to my work being used to train AI.
I do not grant you license to copy my work for that use.

Yes, I am offering anything in this thread for you to use in your project for free, without monetary compensation.
No, it does not transfer copyright to you.

"Free" does not mean you "own" my work. You simply have a license to use a copy of it in your creative work.

"Free" also does not mean you are able to repackage MY work. This includes its use in AI training repositories.

By its very definition, I have sole copyright of my work. Sole right to make copies. Copy. Right.
Yes, I choose to offer you a copy for use in your creative work for free.
Again, no, it does not transfer copyright to you.  Legally, AI is not a creative work. By that legal definition you are not allowed to use my copyrighted work to train AI.

For those looking for free assets to train their AI on, this thread is not for you. Go elsewhere.