There is a disagreement about the usage of the trope Sociopathic Hero in regards to Ishida. I propose that it does apply.
A good parallel to Ishida in terms of fiction would be Max Damage from Incorruptible - there's not a debate over the fact that the two characters in question are trying to become better people. That said, they're mimicking empathy, not actually acting empathic. It's clear from specific actions and comments from the character that he doesn't understand others' feelings even though he's trying to act in consideration of them.
The protagonist is trying to shed the "sociopathic" label, but as of where the story is now, I don't think he's successfully done so yet. Even when he does (the underlying themes and character development strongly suggest that he will), it'll still be apt to say that he started as one at first.
There is a disagreement about the usage of the trope Sociopathic Hero in regards to Ishida. I propose that it does apply.
A good parallel to Ishida in terms of fiction would be Max Damage from Incorruptible - there's not a debate over the fact that the two characters in question are trying to become better people. That said, they're mimicking empathy, not actually acting empathic. It's clear from specific actions and comments from the character that he doesn't understand others' feelings even though he's trying to act in consideration of them.
The protagonist is trying to shed the "sociopathic" label, but as of where the story is now, I don't think he's successfully done so yet. Even when he does (the underlying themes and character development strongly suggest that he will), it'll still be apt to say that he started as one at first.
Reminder: Offscreen Villainy does not count towards Complete Monster.