See it wasnt how we viewed our use, it was how other people viewed it!
I rarely visit this forum anymore for various reasons, and that particular post was actually brought to my attention by someone who wasnt happy with how people were portrayed, even though they were not even in the promo!

I was asked if I had been contacted about my use in the promo, and if I agreed to it.

Its not just about the character and how they feel, its about perception of others.