It resembles fan fiction in terms of its narrative focus. It seems to be more centered around certain characters' individual stories and relationships in a way that is quite common in fan - written works. For example, it might overly emphasize a particular character arc that could be seen as a fan favorite's story being explored in a more self - indulgent manner.
The Homestuck Epilogue resembles fan fiction because of the lack of a really tight, overarching plot. Fan fiction often has a more meandering plot as it is written more for the love of the characters or a specific aspect of the original work. The Epilogue might give the impression of this, where it jumps from one character - centric situation to another without a really strong, unifying plot thread like the main Homestuck story had. Also, the writing style can be a bit more amateurish at times, which is a characteristic sometimes seen in fan fiction.
In the Homestuck Epilogue, the way it plays with the existing Homestuck lore and universe is very much like fan fiction. Fan fiction writers often take the established world and tweak it, add to it, or explore it in different ways. The Epilogue does this by introducing new elements to the Homestuck world that seem a bit out of the blue or not as well - integrated as they could be. This gives it the feel of a fan - created addition rather than a seamless continuation of the original Homestuck story. Moreover, the dialogue in some parts can feel a bit stilted or forced, which is also something that can happen in fan - written works.
Chapter 673, "Don't You Think They Look Alike?", is the clearest early answer because it turns Jiang Yan's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on Jiang Li smiled, but her gaze thoroughly sized up Shu Yan.
Chapter 704, "Even if I were a slave, I would be willing!", is the clearest early answer because it turns Bai Lu's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on Wu Daoshan looked at Zhao Lang in shock.
Chapter 584, "The Wealthy Young Master Renounces Worldly Life for Love", is the clearest early answer because it turns Bai Lu's situation into a concrete plot event. Early on, There wasn't a mirror on the small boat..
Chapter 864, "What if he just wants to take revenge on you?", is the clearest early answer because it turns Jiang Meng's situation into a concrete plot event. It opens with I did see the robbery star in your Life Plate.
Chapter 714, "I'm Using Voice Input", is the clearest early answer because it turns Using Voice Input's situation into a concrete plot event.
Chapter 511, "I'm Here to Notify You, Not to Discuss With You", is the clearest early answer because it turns Gu Huaijin's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The man had changed out of his previously luxurious traditional...
Chapter 744, "Dig Three Feet into the Ground to Find Her!", is the clearest early answer because it turns Mrs's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on What?!" Wen Jiaojiao directly questioned out loud, "On what basis are...
Chapter 587, "Has He Also Become a Part of the Play?", is the clearest early answer because it turns Bai Lu's situation into a concrete plot event. It opens with Zhao Lang said "thank you," but his eyes reluctantly glanced at Jiang...
Chapter 482, "Someone Might Need Me", is the clearest early answer because it turns General Dino's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Other people caught a glimpse of Zhao Lang's cold and stern face and...