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Upd8, a talent agency, experienced a series of departures in 2023. Oda Nobuhime, a prominent virtual YouTuber (VTuber) represented by upd8, retired earlier in the year. The reasons for her retirement are rumored to be related to management issues and she is speculated to be involved with other VTuber groups. Around the...
Nijisanji VTuber Lauren Iroas accidentally displayed his Windows Explorer during a livestream, revealing two file folders titled "MIAA-452" and "MSVD-469". These file names correspond to product codes for Japanese adult videos (JAV) featuring the same actress, Matsumoto Ichika. The videos involve the fetish of male nip...
Vtubing is a form of online content creation where individuals use digital avatars to interact with audiences. Some Vtubers invest significant time, effort, and financial resources into creating elaborate setups and models before their debut. However, a notable number of Vtubers retire after a relatively short period o...
The debut of a talent was noted to have several characteristics. The talent demonstrated professionalism as a speaker with a clear voice, indicating training and experience in vocal delivery. The debut was shorter than typical and the talent appeared nervous, rushing through some content while attempting to cover for t...
The individual disappeared for six months. They were approached by individuals who claimed to be police officers and were taken in a van. Their phone was taken and they were driven to a village they did not recognize. They were sold to a middle-aged woman who abused them, including burning them with cigarettes. The ind...
The reason behind a particular individual being put under shadow by Cover Corporation is unknown. Speculation exists that it may be related to the leaking of information to a platform called "korekore", but this is unconfirmed. It is also possible that the reason is unrelated to this leak and involves "offlines stuffs"...
Kokoro Iyashi was a content creator who used the online alias Rose. She graduated from her previous identity and joined wactor, a platform for content creators. All of her videos from her previous channel were removed. After joining wactor, she gained a significant number of subscribers. Several months later, she brief...
Workplace banter can sometimes become problematic when it becomes public knowledge and reaches individuals who may be offended or take action against the individuals involved. This can result in disciplinary action or damage relationships between different groups within a company. It is generally advisable to maintain ...
The r/hololive subreddit experienced significant subscriber growth following the implementation of a meme review by Coco. Prior to the meme review, the subreddit had approximately 40-50,000 subscribers, which increased to 130,000 subscribers afterward. Similar memetic reactions have occurred on Reddit in response to ac...
In a recent online event, the virtual YouTuber Botan made an appearance. During the event, Botan constructed a firearm. Towa, another virtual YouTuber, expressed fear and fled the scene. Luna, a third virtual YouTuber, arrived riding a tricycle. Botan observed Marine, another virtual YouTuber, riding a tricycle through...
A public apology was issued on Twitter regarding a conflict that had occurred. All parties involved had privately apologized to each other several days prior to the public statement. The apology acknowledged that lessons had been learned and that efforts would be made to improve in the future. The statement discouraged...
The provided text discusses the concept of parasocial relationships and their potential impact on the perception of real-life relationships between content creators. It suggests that viewers may be less likely to react strongly to a confirmed relationship between content creators who have already established a pre-exis...
The project is a visual chart depicting Nijisanji talents. It was created using Adobe software and aims to increase the accessibility of Nijisanji to Western audiences. The chart includes portraits of Nijisanji talents sourced from the official Nijisanji website and the unofficial Nijisanji wiki for retired members. Lo...
Laila was suspended two months prior to a public statement regarding the reason for her suspension. The stated reason for the suspension was a breach of contract due to having a second persona/vtuber outside of the company. The company's policy prohibits having a second persona/vtuber outside of the company. Despite th...
Following a recent event, 816,000 households are experiencing power outages. A landslide has occurred on the Joban Expressway, causing embankments to collapse and block roads. The Tohoku Shinkansen Line and Yamagata Shinkansen Line are partially closed, along with numerous highways in the Tohoku region. While power has...
Azuma Lim, a VTuber, experienced mistreatment from her management company which subsequently went bankrupt. She was compelled to apologize for raising an issue with the company, had her pay withheld, and was ultimately removed from her login credentials. Azuma Lim has since returned to streaming, and during a recent st...
On July 15, Meiro attempted to change her accent during a livestream. Narukami claims that Roa or Meiro's management presented her with an ultimatum: change her accent or face limitations on collaborations and opportunities. Nijisanji has not directly refuted this claim, nor has Roa. In August, Roa released direct mess...
Some individuals hold the view that the perception of pre-debut VTubers is negative due to two primary reasons. Firstly, there are instances where individuals label themselves as "pre-debut" despite having an unclear or distant plan for becoming a VTuber. Secondly, some people disapprove of pre-debut VTubers expressing...
HololiveCN, a branch of the virtual YouTuber agency Hololive Production, announced its independence. There was speculation regarding the reasons behind this announcement, including potential pressure exerted on Cover Corporation, Hololive's parent company, or miscommunication between HololiveCN management and Cover. Ad...
Vtubers are individuals who create online content using digital avatars. They often develop communities of fans known as parasocial relationships. Vtubers become involved in the VTuber community as fans who aspire to create their own communities and connect with others. It is acknowledged that fan engagement can fluctu...
In Japan, there is a strict age limit for Idols, starting as young as 16 and expiring at 25. Former Idols often transition to careers in acting, singing, voice acting, or management/agency roles to remain in the entertainment industry. Vtuber, as a concept, allows individuals beyond the age limit to continue entertaini...
The online community r/hololive experienced growth through word-of-mouth promotion, memes, and the meme review content created by VTuber Coco. In contrast, the r/nijisanji subreddit, belonging to the virtual talent agency Niji, exhibits signs of meme gatekeeping and policing by its users. Despite having a less active u...
The current streaming landscape is dominated by two major platforms: YouTube and Twitch. This duopoly presents a challenge for content creators seeking a global audience, as they have limited alternatives. The lack of competition may lead to less incentive for these platforms to prioritize robust policies and dedicated...
Some viewers find the frequent use of vulgar humor, such as jokes about sex, bodily functions, and genitalia, in live streams by non-corporate virtual YouTubers (VTubers) to be excessive and off-putting. Conversely, some viewers express disapproval when chat reacts negatively to Japanese-speaking VTubers being exposed ...
Tokoyami Towa admitted to lying during a live stream about the identity of individuals in a private group chat. She initially stated the individuals were her father and someone from production, but later clarified they were unrelated men, likely friends. Towa apologized for the lie, acknowledging it gave the impression...
A live stream was held by Pekora, Noel, Marine, and Flare to address the departure of a member from their group. The members acknowledged the sadness surrounding the situation and stated that they had received permission from management to hold the stream. Each member expressed their sorrow over the loss and emphasized...
Some individuals experiencing distress related to virtual girlfriends (Vtubers) are suffering from social circumstances, loneliness, and depression. These individuals were likely drawn to Vtubers due to the product's appeal to their emotional vulnerabilities. While it is acknowledged that Vtubers are not real, the emot...
The situation involves a VTuber who has suspended her activities for a month. There are two potential explanations for the suspension: either a shadow company coerced the VTuber into engaging in certain actions (tags), or the VTuber fabricated the story as a cover. Both possibilities are considered negative. The VTuber...
VOMS is a collaborative project between Gyari and three members, making the company consist of four individuals. The relationship between Gyari and the VOMS members is direct, lacking a management structure separating the founder from the talent. Tomoshika and Pikamee revealed they were aware of the situation regarding...
The cost of hiring big name artists for virtual YouTuber (VTuber) models is influenced by supply and demand. High demand for an artist's services, especially for projects with tight deadlines, can lead to increased prices. Independent contractors dominate the VTuber industry, and artists set their own prices. The cost ...
Reconciliation or neutral agreement following a conflict between two individuals is a possibility. This type of agreement can result in public civility while maintaining a lack of private interaction. This scenario is common among former friends who have experienced significant conflict. Time will reveal the true natur...
The original Japanese text states that the speaker realized their desired goals differed from the company's policies and expressed their intention to decline. The speaker then reported losing contact with the company. The DeepL translation renders this as "When I realized that what I really wanted to do was different f...
VTubers Pika, Hololive, and NIJISANJI are virtual YouTubers who stream video games. Pika has demonstrated an ability to quickly adopt popular games, such as Fall Guys, shortly after their release, while other prominent VTubers often adopt trends later. Pika's success with games like Henry Stickmin, which was released a...
An artist involved in a dispute with Uto initially sought an apology and full original compensation. The artist later attempted to damage Uto's reputation. The artist's actions were criticized, with some stating that the artist had not handled the art commission appropriately. The artist subsequently apologized, acknow...
The term "Fleshtuber" emerged in popularity around the time IRL streamers began using the "vTuber" tag on Twitch, leading to the tag's devaluation as a form of protest. xQc was identified as a notable example of an IRL streamer who misused the tag. The term, while initially used in a joking or derogatory manner, has hi...
Some individuals have expressed criticism towards a video discussing virtual YouTubers (Vtubers). The criticism centers around the perceived lack of depth in the video's research and the author's alleged intent to ridicule Vtubers and their audience. Concerns have been raised about the video's portrayal of Vtubers, sug...
Yugo, a member of a group with 26 members, has been publicly perceived as having mental health struggles. These struggles, characterized as "menhera," involve instability, vulnerability, and self-criticism. On December 1st, other members of the group tweeted about a negative event, with one explicitly stating the numbe...
VTubers, virtual YouTubers, aim to reach the largest possible audience. Some VTubers are active on platforms like Bilibili, a Chinese video-sharing website. Bilibili users, referred to as "antis," can be vocal and persistent in their demands for loyalty from VTubers. These demands may include refraining from criticism ...
The individual experienced multiple incidents involving stalkers and threats. These incidents prompted the individual, along with management, to contact the police, resulting in a resolution. However, the issue recurred with multiple individuals involved. The individual took breaks from work due to these ongoing concer...
The virtual YouTuber (VTuber) agency Hololive debuted female English-speaking VTubers, which proved to be a successful venture. Following Hololive's success, the VTuber agency Nijisanji debuted their own English-speaking VTubers, also resulting in success. Subsequently, Nijisanji debuted male English-speaking VTubers, ...
The Chinese government implemented new regulations regarding foreign talents in the virtual YouTuber (VTuber) industry. These regulations are perceived by some as an attempt to control and limit the influence of foreign VTubers within China. There are differing opinions on the reasons behind these regulations, with som...
Creators with a large audience and significant capabilities may benefit from co-operative structures instead of traditional agencies. In these structures, ownership and policy responsibilities are shared among the talents involved. While creators can still hire managers and business operators, their authority is legall...
YouTube utilizes a team to enforce community guidelines and issue suspensions. The composition and structure of this team are unclear, with many YouTubers, including notable figures like Markiplier, reporting a lack of knowledge about the team's members or methods of contact. There is speculation that the team could co...
A song intended to be performed by virtual YouTuber Aqua at a gaming event in China was leaked online. The event was in China. The song was leaked on Aqua's Bilibili account. The circumstances surrounding the leak are unclear, with speculation that Aqua may have intentionally released it for her fans or that a fan grou...
The discussion revolves around a situation involving Nux, an individual who potentially uncovered information about "fake e-mail doxxers." There is a debate regarding whether Nux should have publicly disclosed this information, potentially escalating harassment against victims, or maintain secrecy to allow an ongoing i...
The individual expressed gratitude for the support they received from viewers, stating they felt blessed by their belief and faith. They acknowledged initial feelings of doubt and the desire to quit due to ineligibility. The individual mentioned the arrival of new supporters who joined existing viewers in their encoura...
Nijisanji IN was a branch of the virtual YouTuber agency Nijisanji that experienced difficulties and was rebranded from Niji EN before ultimately being discontinued. The branch held auditions for an English-speaking branch, Nijisanji EN, which ultimately led to the closure of Nijisanji IN. Vtubers Noor, Aadya, and Viha...
Garry's Mod (GMod) is a game known for its open-ended nature and user-generated content. It is a collection of various game elements and tools, which can sometimes lead to inconsistencies in functionality. The game's content is largely composed of fan-created maps and modifications, resulting in a diverse range of musi...
Nijisanji and Hololive both had Indonesian branches known as Nijisanji ID and Hololive ID. These branches interacted frequently on Twitter. Indonesian VTubers often possess fluency in both English and Japanese. This ability to communicate with English and Japanese VTubers and fans was considered part of the Indonesian ...
The Hololive EN debut streams drew 60,000 simultaneous live viewers. Some individuals considered this number to be below expectations. The average career high viewership for some successful streamers is 6,000 concurrent viewers. Many streamers on platforms like YouTube and Twitch have zero viewers. A viewership count a...
Rushia, a content creator, has been accused of breaching a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) by sharing confidential information outside of her contractually obligated channels. This alleged breach has resulted in consequences for Rushia, including potential difficulty securing future employment or collaborations with oth...
The speaker expresses a willingness to consider subscribing to a streamer under specific conditions. They state they will only subscribe if the streamer's content is engaging enough to warrant repeated viewership. The speaker emphasizes the importance of genuine engagement over "pity subs," arguing that such subscripti...
A megathread was implemented as a response to a situation involving a VTuber named Rushia. Some individuals believed Rushia's actions were driven by mental stress, while a smaller group held the view that her talent agency, Cover, had the authority to prevent these actions. Despite repeated statements from Cover and ot...
The actions of Cover Corporation have been met with disappointment from users on the Taiwanese subreddit, ptt. Cover Corporation is a Japanese company that operates in the virtual YouTuber industry. The company has been criticized for decisions perceived as bowing to Chinese financial interests. This is not the first t...
YouTube has removed the community approval feature for subtitles. This feature allowed captionists to request approval for their subtitles from video creators. The removal of this feature adds complexity to the process of soft-subbing videos as a fan. YouTube also has not officially confirmed the disabling of the commu...
Matsuri, a member of Hololive, has publicly discussed her openness to relationships with individuals of all genders. She has stated that she could see some Hololive members as potential partners. Matsuri has claimed that someone invaded her home and she contacted the authorities. This statement has been interpreted by ...
Mori is a VTuber with 468,000 subscribers and a daily subscriber growth rate of 5,000 to 10,000 subscribers. This is a high subscriber growth rate for a VTuber. Mori had two streams on a recent day, a Karaoke Live with over 50,000 viewers and a stream for the top 10 results of a remix competition with over 30,000 viewe...
Some independent VTubers, such as Pochi's family, earn only a couple of thousand dollars annually. There are numerous independent VTubers with models created by recognized artists who are not achieving exceptional success. Pochi's current popularity is attributed to her sharing the same artist as Watson, which garnered...
Artia is a Hololive talent who is likely to depart from the organization and become independent. She is the first Hololive talent to serve as a moderator for the r/Hololive subreddit and the first Hololive China member to actively engage with her international audience. Artia is expected to continue streaming on Twitch...
Twitch has recently been involved in several controversies. The platform banned the phrase "blind playthrough" due to concerns that it is offensive to blind individuals. There have also been reports of DMCA takedowns on Twitch, with some users criticizing the platform for insufficient support following these takedowns....
GFE (Girlfriend Experience) services have been observed to target individuals who struggle with social interaction in real-life settings. This business model generates significant revenue, as evidenced by the superchat summaries of VTubers like Rushia. Merchandise associated with VTubers, such as engagement rings and b...
Nijisanji EN is a group of virtual YouTubers. Nijisanji Stars is another group of virtual YouTubers. The Nijisanji Stars group has been active for two years and has worked to build a following and interact with their audience. Some members of the Nijisanji EN community believe that the success of Nijisanji EN is the so...
Some individuals speculate that the talent's departure from her previous agency may have been due to a non-compete clause. Additionally, it is suggested that she felt restricted by the rules and regulations of her former agency. In contrast, Vshojo, her current agency, is described as talent-oriented and granting signi...
Severe throat leukoplakia caused a period of inactivity. An incident occurred where a microphone was accidentally vacuumed up after falling into vomit from a cat. The same cat subsequently died. A laptop was dropped while streaming on a bicycle en route to a McDonalds. During a stream, the individual slept for four hou...
An individual experienced financial difficulties following the departure from a job due to pressure and stress, leading to family issues. The individual faced insufficient funds to cover rent and living expenses. Information regarding the individual's situation was disseminated through translation channels and online c...
Cover Corporation is a Japanese talent agency that manages virtual YouTubers. The agency has a history of addressing real-world issues that impact its talents. Notable examples include incidents involving Coco, Haato, and Towa. Cover Corporation is known for taking action to support its talents when real-world issues i...
This individual first gained notoriety for narrating hentai and creating a meme song known as "pomf pomf" on the online forum 4chan. Subsequently, she attempted to transition into a legitimate voice acting career, removing her previous content and expressing regret for it on Tumblr. This shift in direction was met with...
YouTube tags are a feature used to categorize and organize videos on the platform. There have been instances where YouTube creators have used tags in a way that is considered manipulative or misleading, such as tagging unrelated channels or individuals. This practice has been criticized, and some creators have been cal...
The VTuber group Myth achieved 1 million subscribers for 3 out of its 5 members within 6 months of its launch. This period coincided with the VTuber boom of 2020, which Myth contributed to, giving it a second wind. By the time Council launched, the VTuber landscape had significantly changed, with the English VTuber sce...
There is speculation that the individuals Delutaya and Mikeneko have been negatively impacted by drama involving other online personalities, specifically dramatubers and their detractors. It is suggested that these individuals may be hesitant to engage with dramatubers or provide information about them due to past expe...
A person expressed dissatisfaction with the actions of an individual named "she," stating that they are "done" with her. The individual believes that "she" should be aware of the potential negative consequences of her actions, which may result in a loss of goodwill from the "western side" for "Mike/Nazu." The individua...
The provided text discusses hypothetical scenarios related to a rule regarding refunds in the context of a virtual YouTuber (VTuber) company. One scenario involves a party member seeking to join the board of a VTuber company, with refusal resulting in a legal offense and mass refunds. Another scenario involves a foreig...
Civia is leaving a virtual entertainment group nearly a month before other members. Artia, another member of the group, held a live stream on Bilibili discussing various topics. During the stream, she stated that Overwatch in China is a dead game and that she has found a new game she will enjoy playing in the future, W...
Hololive EN, the English branch of the virtual YouTuber agency Hololive Production, targets the same demographic as a majority of the Hololive ID audience. Hololive ID, the Indonesian branch, launched before Hololive EN, allowing for a testing phase in the English-speaking market. Initial observations indicated that at...
Some individuals who work on commission may utilize alternative revenue streams as a backup. These streams can provide income during periods of burnout or when individuals need a rest. Additionally, these alternative streams can be used for practicing or creating drafts while earning money. They can also serve as a mea...
On certain platforms, content creators are categorized into specific genres. For example, a content creator specializing in gaming would be classified as "gaming." Within these categories, there are restrictions on the type of content creators can produce. A creator categorized as "entertainment," for instance, might b...
VShojo issued a public response to a video by Nyanners that contained incorrect information about them. VShojo felt obligated to address the inaccuracies but chose to maintain a positive tone, avoiding direct criticism of Nyanners, who has a large following and is known for engaging in drama. The decision to respond pu...
The initial video created by the individual discussed focused on virtual YouTubers (VTubers). This video contained criticism of members from Hololive Production, a VTuber agency, and VTubers affiliated with other agencies. The content of the video expressed a negative view of VTubers, characterizing them as "soulless p...
PLAYISM, a company in the video game industry, removed a person from an event. The removal has led to discussion and speculation about the reasons behind the decision. Some users believe that PLAYISM is facing a dilemma, as keeping the person involved could result in negative consequences in the Chinese market, while r...
At the beginning of Ark Aberration, player characters are reset to level 1. Players can use points to regain their previous level. Streamer Fubuki initially tweeted about losing all of her progress, including level, items, and dinosaurs, in Ark Aberration. Some individuals may have exaggerated this information, which h...
Building rapport between individuals, particularly those unfamiliar with each other, often requires time. Establishing boundaries and identifying comfortable conversational subjects are key aspects of this process. Calliope, a podcast host, participated in a podcast titled "TT" for the first time. The initial episode e...
During a Minecraft collaboration, Coco mentioned she could assist Kanata. Artwork depicting Kanata has been interpreted as her assuming the role of leader of Hololive's 4th generation, referencing a Yakuza-style legend "Amane Kanata, Hololive 4th gen 2nd chairman". The artwork also includes a pendant, symbolizing the c...
Fulgur, a VTuber, has expressed the view that success is equivalent to money earned from superchats. Cover, a VTuber agency, has established a male branch of their VTuber agency, following the success of Nijien, a male branch of Nijisanji. Nijisanji is a VTuber agency that has a branch called Nijien. There is discussio...
A content creator is taking a temporary break from Bilibili, YouTube, and TwitCast for approximately one week. The break is intended to allow the creator to improve their mental well-being. The creator acknowledges that recent communication has been unclear and has caused misunderstandings and concern among fans. Upon ...
Taishi is a translator known for reliability. There was a misunderstanding regarding the reasons for a termination, which occurred a few months prior to a recent statement. The individual involved acknowledged making mistakes and accepted responsibility for some of the reasons behind the termination. Anti-fans are also...
Some channels struggle with accurate translation due to English and Japanese not being their primary languages. This issue is not unique to a single channel. There has been a shift in the type of content creators producing clips, moving away from dedicated fans who may make mistakes and towards those who prioritize tre...
In September 2020, Aki, a member of Hololive, experienced a period where she had the lowest number of subscribers among Hololive members. Aki acknowledged that this situation was affecting her emotionally, but instead of dwelling on it negatively, she used a livestream to express gratitude to her existing viewers for t...
Fubuki, a female virtual YouTuber, is the subject of speculation regarding the acquisition of a kitten. This speculation stems from fan observations, including meowing noises during a livestream of "The Evil Within 2" and Fubuki's recent retweeting of kitten photos. Additionally, fellow VTubers Okayu and Ayame have rec...
The virtual idol group YuMePercent is disbanding on December 11, 2022. The disbandment is attributed to a lack of support from management and a shortage of personnel. The group has been active for nine months. Individual members Airi Kanna, Ayatsuno Yuni, Kogame Hinatsu, and Huwari Dojiko will also disband and graduate...
Some members of the Japanese virtual YouTuber group Hololive Production are searchable by their given name rather than their surname in English. Members of Hololive English (HoloEN) use their surnames first in their channel names, which has been noted as unusual by some Hololive JP members. The reasoning behind HoloEN'...
Rushia has taken multiple mental health breaks and breaks due to drama throughout her career. Some individuals have observed that Rushia's on-stream persona may contribute to her perceived lack of stability. It is stated that Rushia does not handle stress well, which is considered important for individuals with high le...
Shu is the tech expert for the virtual YouTuber group JP. He has been seen in clips assisting with technical difficulties experienced by the group known as "the new wave". Shu previously applied for a position with Hololive but was not accepted. In a conversation, it is suggested that Shu's statement about Hololive lac...
The Japanese streaming scheme, encompassing platforms like Niconicolive and Twitcast, exhibits toxicity comparable to or exceeding that observed in Western streaming circles. While English-speaking audiences are more familiar with drama originating from YouTube and Twitch, Japanese streaming history reveals similar pro...
In the context of Hololive JP, the termination of a talent late in their career is unprecedented. The specific details regarding the handling of the situation are currently unknown. It is speculated that future mentions of the terminated talent may be restricted, particularly any insinuations of ongoing contact. While ...
Vshojo is a virtual YouTuber agency that operates with a structure more akin to a trade union than a traditional agency. Talents within Vshojo retain complete creative control over their content, while Vshojo staff manage the business aspects on their behalf when needed. In contrast, Cover, another virtual YouTuber age...
Streaming involves more than just the hours spent on YouTube. It also includes behind-the-scenes planning, collaboration, and active work on projects. In the context of the gaming and music industry, streaming can encompass activities such as creating song covers, original songs, collaborative songs, and future dancing...
The controversy surrounding Towa involved accusations of her engaging in inappropriate behavior with male individuals. Some individuals believe that the controversy was exaggerated due to jealousy towards Towa's status as an idol and her interactions with men. It is acknowledged that Towa initially claimed that the voi...
Japanese culture places a significant emphasis on the concept of transience. Certain artistic practices in Japan involve the deliberate destruction of artwork. This phenomenon can be observed in the work of some artists who share their creations on platforms such as Pixiv and Twitter. Due to the ephemeral nature of the...
A debut stream for independent streamers is often not the beginning of their streaming career, but rather a milestone to showcase a new model or stream upgrades. It is generally not advisable to start streaming with a debut stream if an audience does not already exist on other platforms like Twitter or YouTube, as view...
Three individuals, including Gyari, were involved in a discussion regarding a breach of contract. The decision to act upon the breach was made recently, with one individual, Tomoshika, stating they had only received a short amount of advance notice. All three parties involved agreed that a breach of contract had occurr...