I enjoy protagonists like that too, Mikey. I'm also fond of the ones that give up on their dreams, but then the story forces their dreams back upon them.
I think when things are created for free, they aren't limited by market standards. Sort of like why people enjoy Indie music. =)
Plus, if you're getting paid to create a VN, it feels like a chore ontop of a job. It becomes more about the money, and less about the story you want to tell.