[Author: Mulmatgum]
[Title: What Does the Leader Seek in a VTuber?]
What is a VTuber?
A VTuber controls the wind.
Makes it rain under clear skies.
Folds the earth and dashes across it.
Wields a sharp sword like the wind to split the world.
And knows how to handle that sword like a flower.
Helping the unfortunate is precisely what a VTuber does.
– In a way, a VTuber is suited for providing you with that dopamine rush.
– Hey! You seem to have an aptitude for VTubing!
– If you’ve got talent in demon arts, you’re basically a VTuber, right? LOL.
– VTubers are everywhere…
– Can’t we just turn on Ark and spin the roulette?
– Let’s pull out 7 Days and let out a scream, shall we?
– That’s right, a VTuber is essentially a human aiming to be the world’s greatest climber!
– Aren’t you saying you’re going to crush a live broadcast?
ㄴThe Leader’s singing broadcast?
ㄴThey’d probably sing well.
ㄴYou’re a newbie…
ㄴ(link)
ㄴAHHHHH!!!! KYAAGH!!!
– By the way, the announcement says you’ll get permanently banned if you bait with the Leader’s songs.
– Well, that’s because those are basically weapons.
– If it’s VTuber content, then it’s gotta be that thing, that thing, that random chatter and… what was it again?
The community is bustling as usual today.
“When is part 3 coming out?”, “When is the first generation debut?”, “I want to see Mei’s thighs”, “When’s the community meeting happening?”, “Tomorrow? Then! Are the goods? Coming out?” etc… Watching it, you’d think everyone has too much time on their hands, almost to the point of being idle.
Thanks to the sudden intense light that appeared in Seoul, most believers were like, “Wakamou Wakamoed, didn’t he?”
Anyway, getting accustomed to going along with Wakamou’s antics while being all VTuber-like has become second nature. Some VTubers even exist alongside the red pill, after all.
Cosplaying himself like some terrifyingly dual-personality VTuber, Wakamou is laughed off as just that.
In a way, from the believers’ perspective, isn’t he the best VTuber because they don’t have to worry about the red pill or face any setbacks?
Meanwhile, some viewers insisted that since being an Idol is their job, what they show might also be fake.
By that logic, being a VTuber immune to the red pill makes it even better, doesn’t it? The believers had turned into super positive, ultra-optimistic beings.
They became Smile-Men who could shout “Anyway, it’s great!” while being positive about everything.
Thanks to the endless resources flowing from Wakamou’s Complete Strategy Layer, including the first floor he created, South Korea became a powerhouse export nation.
Gone are the days when it relied on imports; the abundant tower resources made recovery swift, welfare improved, support and supplies boomed, making it easier for climbers and military forces to deal with monsters and earn handsomely.
Moreover, wasn’t the recapture of Seoul nearing its end? Many were optimistically anticipating a possible North Korean reclamation soon.
Amazingly, even the countries that once fought daily like China and Japan were now in some form of an alliance, right?
They visited one another for tourism, especially the immense crowd flocking to Japan to see the Fox Deity Shrine in Kyoto, bringing such happiness that laughter never ceased.
Though chaos might have been expected with the influx of people eager to purchase the periodical drops of “Inari’s Dew” at the shrine, wasn’t the manager none other than the King of Authority?
Additionally, Wakamou’s warning contributed to people mostly being satisfied just by watching the cute Fox Spirit and sightseeing the shrine.
In that scenario, I won’t mention what happened to those who crossed the line by trying to touch the spirit or shake the small shrine, implying they’d just been here.
Wakamou continues to fight without rest, battling so fiercely that even the VTuber Broadcasts lag behind.
Due to that, East Asia was, in a sense, genuinely peaceful.
There was no luxury to watch the now cold VTuber Broadcasts, so people comforted their hearts by watching clips with subtitles created by other Clippers.
Though Managers are tirelessly bringing in collaborative goods to pile up while Wakamou concentrates on his battles.
Still, despite all that, seeing some VTubers graduate and their channels go empty, Wakamou lamented not watching the graduation broadcasts.
When a new VTuber debuts, others leave to live their real lives!
Wakamou bids them farewell manly and resolutely, but returning from the war to find a cold empty space was unbearable.
“Aaaaah, uuuuuh…”
Wakamou holds a handkerchief in his mouth, pitifully crying while watching VTuber Broadcasts.
He had such a fanatical obsession that he needed to edit everything himself to be satisfied, but working non-stop for 24 hours a day left no time to watch broadcasts. In the end, Wakamou shed tears and started hiring editors.
As a boss, hiring staff to handle tasks was perfectly normal, and there was no issue at all.
Simply, Wakamou could not bring himself to do it.
He personally brought them in and cared for them, but felt like he was being negligent. How could he feel such affection if he didn’t do it himself, he cried woefully.
However, no one actually felt neglected.
It was simply that Wakamou held too high of an ideal for VTubers and harbored such a deep love for them, as big as the passion was, so was the concern great.
Of course, his ability to objectify pointlessly was exceptional, and pursuing the freedom of VTubers by refraining from imposing ideals proved his professionalism.
That’s right, he was hardcore weeaboo showcasing impressive otakuness.
Isn’t it strange for someone making breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day to think just because they weren’t editing or checking videos, it meant they didn’t show interest?
“Finally, mom respects the rights of her teenage daughter.”
Sadako was pleased. Since Wakamou often came in to clean the room, there was hardly any private life!
“Uh liiike…”
Of course, Liu Ying knew Wakamou was busy. I mean, does it make sense to work 24 hours a day without having to sleep? Even Liu Ying thought Wakamou was too much of a workaholic.
What she timidly hoped for was a time where everyone could laugh together and rest.
No matter what, Wakamou always spent his time efficiently watching VTuber broadcasts.
“If I sop and squeeze Liu Ying, it’ll pop…”
Liu Ying pouts and whines like a child.
Of course, even when she tirelessly annoys him by tumbling around or clinging to him, Wakamou is always kind, so she decided to understand.
To be frank, even with two bodies, Wakamou had too much work with too little time!!
Adelheid frequently observed Wakamou’s ongoing halts, like buffering on a poorly connected YouTube video, whether it was while tending to meals, folding laundry, or vacuuming….
Frankly speaking, he was hitting his limits.
Even though he possessed the ultimate physique that never tired and could move with another body, he never had enough hands and lacked time!!
Mei became lightning and tried watching sped-up videos, a sign of Wakamou’s desperation….
Wasn’t this what they called the five stages of death?
Now that he had become the president of a full-fledged VTuber company, the time had come to reduce watching other VTuber Broadcasts and take care of his own VTubers.
Even more so if he himself was also to concurrently be a VTuber….especially with an impending first-generation debut!!
“The second generation won’t happen!!!”
Nevertheless, pushing himself and working unflaggingly led to such a sorry conclusion.
Having said so, the current VTuber group couldn’t continue VTubing forever.
“Don’t you need to recruit them in advance since they’ll eventually have to graduate to live real lives?” Wakamou’s inner Wakamou whispered.
“No choice then… it’s meeting time!!”
Wakamou, who was moving to the extreme by turning off the VTuber Broadcast, sank into thoughts.
Mini Wakamous buzzing in his head swiftly wrapped up preparations for the meeting by gathering around a round table, gazing up at Wakamou donning the crown.
Handling Mei so well had gotten multitasking skills to evolve to where individual management became feasible.
“Tower climbing and Seoul recapture… great for broadcasting, but! Haven’t you been neglecting the VTubers lately?”
“Ordinary life distancing itself… Living lives socially while interacting with others…. Realizing I drifted away from VTuber.”
“Overstepping my bounds! I must remain humble!!”
“Struggling to keep up with daily broadcasts, Wakamou! Isn’t he disregarding VTubers?!!”
Immediately upon starting the meeting, the mini Wakamous spilled out self-loathing.
Adorably chibi-fied Wakamous threw papers, pounded the table, and caused a ruckus.
However, they were all absolutely right..!! While caring for VTubers, hadn’t he lost focus on his own VTuber Broadcasts?
Even if it’s an unrestrained dopamine for the believers, this was like a runaway train. Derailment was bound to happen!
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An appropriate calibration… If it’s hot, then a time for it to cool is also needed.
“Still, isn’t also doing a VTuber broadcast daily like old school days? We’ve grown, so shouldn’t we take it a bit more leisurely?”
“Wrong!! Her Highness from Pekoland said if you become famous, you should work even harder!!!”
“Don’t make me laugh!! Our Märchen Queen takes proper rest and schedules her activities!! She even attends her favorite VTuber Concerts!!”
“That’s right, that’s right!! Being diligent with work is good, but loving me more is also needed!! I wanna go to a concert, a concert!!!”
“I want to leisurely eat at a collaborator café while admiring the goods!!”
They spiraled out of control… Wakamou’s inner riot of desires and instincts clashed with each other.
Lying down, clamoring to go to concerts, casually enjoying merchandise figures, making figures and drawing fan art, creating fan-made videos…. The desires piled endlessly without end. Amidst that, some mini Wakamous sent Aka-shets or donations and cheese to the VTubers they watched.
“There’s too much of me inside me!!”
“Tell me Tell me”
“It’s not time for singing!!!”
Wakamou landed a smack on Mei, who chimed in alongside.
The harmony was so good, one could entertain themselves doing skits solo all day.
“I want to go to concerts!! Watch birthday broadcasts too!! I want to play the VTuber fan game all day, have fun. Waaaah!! There’s too much to do… I wanna do nothing and just play VTuber broadcasts… What should I do…?”
“Instead of whining here. If you turn on the broadcast and show this instead, wouldn’t the viewers like it?”
“Can you just show someone else’s internal meeting so casually?! Doesn’t anyone have a good idea?!”
“Me.”
Lifting a hand covered in winged clothes, Dalki offered an idea. As he’d been maliciously targeted often, a distinct pink-haired one always lingered nearby—Wakamou thought immediately of yet another from some Journey to the Homeland… before sealing his lips.
“How about doing a communication stream with believers? Start by showcasing hand-camera footage of making dumplings. Form the perfect duo, alongside Mei Xiao Long Bao, doing the broadcast while having casual chat. Since it’s essentially yourself, there’s no risk of saying anything wrong and the composition would be perfect, wouldn’t it?”
“That’s it!!”
“Too many broadcasts naturally evoke cherished anticipation, so keep it around two hours…. Have a segment to answer curious questions from believers. Inform about the changes on Wakamou 1st floor and subtly hint at a planned viewer participation broadcast while gently coaxing your viewers.”
“What an intriguing broadcast composition… This is… a pro…!”
“Dalki, wasn’t this set absorbing bad luck or anything else? Shouldn’t one check their beliefs?”
“Sure, ask him, Mei!”
“Were you a participant in the Reviving Lal Rhodes campaign?!”
Whack―
Wakamou instantly smacked him. That wasn’t the sort of belief they should be verifying.
In fairness, VTuber fans wouldn’t even understand such geeky questions!!
“You suspicious thing! You must be the sentry sent by the tower! Tell me your favorite VTuber!”
“Isn’t the Nurse Vampire Teacher’s ASMR great? The Rising Don Knight’s ASMR is also a favorite.”
“Alright, I trust you; you’re one of us.”
“In that vein, let’s mix in some sultry moans and allure with our ASMR content.”
“Are you, like, a manifestation of my inner female debasement by any chance?”
“Now that you’re a woman, shouldn’t you just accept it?”
“Oh, you’re even more dangerous! Guys, get him!!”
The mini Wakamous rushed at Dalki and began beating him. Despite the eternal female body, he still wanted to think of himself as a man!! Even when Liu Ying suggested washing together, he resolutely declined, maintaining chivalry as a VTuber aficionado!!
“You’re unfit to be a mom!”
Whack―!
Mei got slapped one more time.
“So dumb….”
“Whyy is master acting like this…?”
“Seems like there’s too much work, short-circuiting their brain?”
“Now’s our chance. Let’s grab Wakamou’s card from his wallet and buy parts.”
“Let’s get some liquor too.”
“You crazy oafs!!”
The internal meeting lasted longer than expected, leaving the main body drooling absent-minded.
Wakamou’s unrestrained miscellaneous desires were far too numerous and extreme to control….
With soaring fantasies, the desire to indulge as a VTuber fan battling them with clamor in chaos.
In absence, Asuka seized the opportunity, snatching the card from Wakamou’s wallet, with Sadako chiming in for liquor, behaving like delinquent teens raiding their mom’s purse and running away.
Asuka snatched a card from Wakamou’s wallet, and with Sadako joining in for some drinks, they ran off like delinquent teens swiping money from their mom’s purse.
Liu Ying, about to explode and draw her gun, held back fearing she might damage Wakamou’s VTuber collection. Instead, she swung her spiked bat, but both Asuka and Sadako were already adept at dodging such attacks.
“You said we could use it! That the budget was reusable!”
“Just shut up and gobble it down, will ya!!!”
Liu Ying and Sadako bickering had become a regular part of the landscape.
Thanks to the portal they’d setup at [The Shrine of the Idol] on the first floor of Wakamou, outings were possible, so Asuka took advantage to run Sadako’s booze errands while she bought some computer parts at the Climber Association address.
And while she was out, she brought along some sample goods Adelheid had created.
“Wakamou, here are the goods the Convict made.”
“Convict? Isn’t that a bit harsh?!”
“Still, who’s even looking at artists these days…”
“You’re underestimating the long legacy of human art culture!”
“AI just clicks a button and gets it done?”
Slap─
A silent Mei was slapped on the cheek. Looking bitter, Mei rubbed her cheek sadly.
Bad mother, badly raised child…! How did our Asuka become such a rebellious kid?
“Even AI VTubers code diligently!! They research, fail, and strive while advancing!! You can’t say things like that!!”
“Isn’t drawing nude pictures of Wakamou the sign of a convict? They seem ready for some fiction, better book them a hospital.”
“Keep that up and I’ll lock you in a room to mine Bitcoin.”
“Awwww…”
Why does our metal-headed junk heap look down on humans so?
Pondering deeply, it occurred to Wakamou he might’ve been poorly educated, and Mei’s cheek got slapped once more.
Strangely snappy this time… these cheeks…
※※※
“May I clear the skies of your mind with health and wellness, it’s Mei Xiao Long Bao☆”
“Praying all believers sleep well?”
-We’re managing fine.
-Did the twins show up? LOL
-When’s episode 3 coming out?
-When do the first gen debut?
-When’s the collab stream?
-When are the goods coming out?
-Can we continue [Dark Ring]?
-Have you seen the new martial arts game?
-Spill some stories.
-Leader, welcome LOL
Ugh… The chat had Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and English all mixed up, giving me a headache. Next to Mei, she diligently responded while reading along.
Although the Climber could communicate, reading was different. Believers were captivated seeing Mei fluent in Mandarin, Japanese, and English, spurring more chatter.
Though Wakamou was known as an outstanding editor, the believers preferred a smiling cute girl over a stoic face.
Was this a talk show or an inquiry? Question barrages from viewers came at Wakamou who chose carefully, ensuring Mei didn’t make a slip as they chatted amiably back and forth.
“In overseas cultures, calling your favorite character a cinnamon roll is common. Apparently, characters that are pure, kind, or handle adversity gracefully… Superman-ish, an excellent character is labeled as a cinnamon roll.”
“I want to eat a cinnamon roll. It sounds tasty with its sweetness.”
“Speaking of cinnamon rolls, our fox spirit goods by Wakamou are here~”
“They say fox meat is gamey and not very tasty.”
“Maybe stop with the food talks and focus on making dumplings?”
“Boohoo… Wakamou’s dumplings… no creativity”
Wakamou was chattering with the believers while a side camera showed Mei diligently forming dumplings.
This is the essence of a VTuber broadcast. Sharing time, forming memories with believers…!
Fiercely battling everyday is not! This is a typical VTuber broadcast….
-So Leader, don’t you do real collabs? Back in the day, even viewer participations were possible?
“Ah… um”
Indeed, during the early days, Wakamou tried viewer-based interactions and experimented with many things to succeed in VTuber broadcasting. But now, Wakamou’s status came with daunting responsibility.
Not exaggerating, even a small mistake could send viewers mobbing to rip apart the collab partner.
Believers had great love and affection but also too many formidable ones flocking like piranhas for a nibble.
The commander known as Innocence worked hard to maintain her VTuber or idol image despite worries.
Wakamou had the heart of a child but was stuck in an adult’s body, needing to act maturely.
“I can’t… If loving VTubers lands a viewer involvement harming them, what good is that?”
-Holy crap, imagining angry believers swarming a mischievous streamer is terrifying.
-LOL true! Toxic fans! Looking for fights anywhere.
-Poor Leader… the queen can’t even participate… no time to draw fan art…
-Right, drawing fan art leads to rumors spreading, causing trouble.
-Can’t help it being Korea’s hottest Climber LOL
“Wakamou, quit the forlorn talks, fry some pork! For the dumplings!”
“Who puts stir-fried pork in dumplings?”
“More meat makes them tastier, no?”
“….Really?”
-Really?
-Truth.
-Meaty dumplings are unbeatable.
-Wow, look at that overstuffed dumpling….
“You can eat it during the next viewer event”
-What?
-What did you just say?
-Viewer event? Viewer event? Viewer event?
-I watched Wakamou’s broadcast clips since the start, friends tease me to death for never collabing, finally this time please [Chat banned]
-LOL hilarious
-Calm down you jerks LOL
-Is this humanity’s failure to beastdom?
-Trying to fall off the bandwagon to become beasts!!!!!
-This one has intelligence, don’t let him join the event?
-Bark bark bow wow!!!
-Hachi hachi Hachiko!!!
-Kon Kon!! Kon Kon Kitsune!!
-I will become Hokage, just watch me?
-What are you talking about crazy dude LOL
-Oh LOL you’re right though LOL fox
Mei’s remarks fired up the viewers. Though undecided, saying they’d invite at least 10,000 people had the believers joking if not heralded as a Beast-level famous YouTuber. Concerned too, if hosting 10k might turn chaotic.
“We had Jackson build an attraction so everyone can have fun, right?”
-Wow! A park built by a Black guy!
-Indeed, a democracy showcase~
-Are you watching, Kim Gu?
-The fact that strong nations have Black leaders is evident from the US.
-Guys, save your jokes LOL
“Hey, don’t fixate on Mei’s words. Look here? A cute fox spirit has arrived~”
Wakamou shook it for the camera to see. Having the real fox spirit made, the plushie crafted into a new merchandise product. Wakamou was a little surprised finding Adelheid—known as an artist—sew well. Perhaps any art-related domain she excelled at?
She did enjoy her time.
She drew two [Six Legged Beasts] for a gallery, titled them [Fools and Idiots], converted an engineer’s weapon into scrap for artwork named [Pile of Junk], experiencing happily. Other Climbers, hauled off in restraints, were recovering, but Wakamou had heard treatment was ongoing for severe aftereffects.
“Our Adolf Lucia made these goods. Aren’t they cute?”
-Not made from humans, lol, right?
-I guess not… I hope not…
-Invited from Germany to strengthen Dalki art….
-So glad it’s not an Austrian sourcing this!!
“Wait? Weren’t they originally Austrian?”
-Oh no.
-We’re screwed.
-While we’re at it, let’s conquer them?
-Trim down the unworthy who don’t subscribe to Wakamou.
-Countries not hosting VTubers don’t deserve to exist.
-It’s the end times for real LOL
-Thinking of gifting Wakamou goods, what’s recommended?
“Shouldn’t you first check if they’re an Oshee?”
-Oh right on, truly fair!
-Lol that’s sly! Is it really for them or just to buy your own?
-Prayed to Wakamou before birth as their lifelong Oshee LOL
-My daughter hasn’t opened her eyes yet, but she’s your Oshee.
-But isn’t Kitsune deity so kind of true….?
-…..Oh?
-Right?
-A sudden epiphany LOL
-Go visit the Fox Shrine, offer some prayers…
“Simple blessings like health against minor ailments can be granted, so post proof in the fan café and subscribe.”
-? Is that for real?
-Why does that even work LOL
-Leader’s power is insane LOL
-Not quite godlike power, but still an idol.
-This time, releasing more goods?
-Open a collab café in Incheon too?
“Sure sure!! I’ll do it all! But don’t spend excessively on it! Put your life first, believers! Didn’t the commander advise similarly?”
-Spending on Oshee translates to investing in oneself?
-Fin.ish.ed.
-Especially, with you being the one spending all on Oshee.
-Like leader, like believers LOL
-Ah~ Who cares, give us the goods~
-The reason to earn money is right here LOL
Happily exchanging words with viewers, Wakamou held up the dumplings Mei steamed, making them visible on screen.
Steaming perfectly cooked dumplings, viewers marveled at their deliciousness.
Amidst it, Wakamou didn’t touch meat dumplings, opting for veggie dumplings instead, taking a large bite.
“Steamed veggies release a certain natural sweetness… Mmm, the veggies are simply juicy.”
-Miss Wakamou, have a heart, please….
-Dumplings… there’s just not enough… Mei…
-Each dumpling equates to 2,000 times a believer’s worth…
-Just a single dumpling, where’s that kind of value?
-You now offend Mei’s 3,000 years of Chinese history!
-Seriously…? This dog…
-Oh my! So appetizing!!
-Can’t let Meat Dumplings lose this battle!
-Veggie’s got that juicy appeal indeed.
-It’s rich in sweetness?
“This dumpling is available at a viewer event too”
-Sob.
-Gwaaahhh.
-Leader is teasing believers!!! Damn!!!
-Starting today, I’ll reside in the fan café.
-Is it faster to just hijack the winning guy’s ID?
-Are you a genius?!
“Alright, going back to [Dark Ring] after so long!! It’s been ages…. where did we last stand?”
“We got our butts spanked at the intro. Shame, Wakamou.”
“Right, let’s clear it this time… Mei will bonk the hammer every death!”
Woosh─
-Not a toy hammer though.
-That’s a metal hammer unmistakably!!
-You intent to smash the cranium…?
-Karate masters aren’t fazed by mere hammers. Their body is one big weapon!
-Leader’s dense skull will win over any hammer.
-How endlessly will you keep getting hit LOL
“I’ll show how my gaming has improved!!!”
That day, Wakamou got bonked on the crown by Mei’s hammer 500 times.
Unable to just watch, after installing multi-mode, paired with Mei on a duo run, yet the outcome was brutal.
Seeing two VTubers get beaten like dusty rugs by the Guardian was…
The ancients flooded with expertise had no DLC to play, leaving behind eager anticipation for the summon.
Eventually, adding Asuka, Mare Pirate, even mobilizing Ichigo made it a gang of five that finally brought down the Guardian.
After 37 hours, achieving the first field boss clear, embracing joyously had believers shedding tears.
Our Leader really sucks at games, seriously…..
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And finally a last SD drawn with AI corrections from a booster friend.
From now on, I’m left pushing what I made earlier or personally drawing them…
Finding a commission artist is tough, being scammed three times.
Sob… It’s hard out here for an outsider…!
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