You cant actually say Bro was always like this. Remember that Cal is a juju. Remember that Bro gets sent back with Cal ANYWAYS. If Cal didnt exist, he probably would've turned out like Dirk or how he acts in fanon.
I like the comics, fanfics, etc where Bro was a sweet "parent" trying his hardest with Dave, I know they don't fit with the canon but they make me really happy <3
Imagine gaining time travel powers, spending 3 years in a weird paradox meteor, and making a new universe, only to then try and fail to get into college
As much as we wanted a ship to be canon Atlus will probably never going to make it canon but oh well that's where imagination comes from. Also not trying to be rude or anything but if Fem's version of "The Answer" was made i highly doubt Shinjiro is there since he'll die sooner or later due to the suppressants but it's sad that he really be giving messages just so he wants the best for everyone