[Author: Sergei]
[Title: Climbers Are Seriously Intense]
A bunch of Chinese folks confidently took over the 15th floor.
The Climbers’ Association said they were here to take down Wakamou as followers of the [Collector].
The atmosphere was so tense I was wondering if it was okay.
If the Leader loses, everything will get taken by the Chinese, right?
But our Fox Deity says:
“It’s too brutal to upload the video. Sorry, Believers.”
They had to go to the 15th floor, so they quickly smashed through the 14th floor, took out the assassin, too.
I thought they were going for a walk or something.
“The one who came to kill me is not the first. And certainly not the last.”
“Instead of a fair side attack, they went for a dirty frontal attack….!!”
“Should I acknowledge an enemy who reveals their name and asks for a duel with a greeting?”
“Funny how they’re after the imperial seal, haha.”
“Guess it’s tempting.”
“You saw the Association President parry the Chinese government’s demands?”
“‘Not a state property, but a personal item,’ lol”
“The Fox Deity has more legitimacy than your government, haha.”
“The Leader casually saying they won a one-on-one duel—is this for real? Lol”
“This was the daily grind back in my day.”
“They really rolled in the mud during war; would they avoid a face-to-face challenge? Lol”
“Came alone?”
“Oh~ I’m single.”
“Said their arms and legs were smashed, and lost all their teeth, hahaha.”
“It’s mercy that they spared the one who came to kill them, isn’t it?”
“This is the power of mercy…!!”
“‘Death is liberation from life.’”
“They needed to hand him a machine gun, Collector….”
[Author: ㅇㅇ]
[Title: So You’re Mad About No Video?]
Nothing we can do. It’s about beating people up.
Didn’t they kill the Dwarf sniper? That’s different from people.
Plus, they showed hidden skills against a Climber.
Can’t use that again if someone picks a fight later.
What matters is the Leader avenged our boss.
We miss the Dragon of Japan… Watching from the sky, aren’t you…?
-(TMI) They’re alive and well.
-The virtual live was too small for her.
-The broadcast went well; famous YouTubers flocked around, yep.
“Who’s coming?”
“(link) Check it out.”
“Aargh!”
“(It’s the red pill meme)”
-A suspiciously familiar voice on the show.
“Don’t enter recklessly, you’ll die.”
“Partnering with Tenga, as long as it’s fun, it’s okay…”
The gear collected from the assassin… unfortunately can’t be used.
Manager Wanda Haye expressed regret to an excited Wakamou, who thought of giving it to Liu Ying to climb.
“The conditions include [Combat Class] and [Collector’s Mark]. Guess only followers can use it.”
“Oh… Rings or necklaces too?”
Honestly, they didn’t know much about Climbers. Wanda Haye manager nodded to Wakamou’s pure curiosity.
“Yes, typically you need job classes, stats, and various conditions. Mana is consumed, and there’s a cooldown for reuse. That pattern applies whether the Tower gives the items or they’re crafted.”
The Tower gathered information through Climbers, providing items accordingly. If there were no job restrictions, it was only because someone crafted them personally. Otherwise, it was so troublesome it was usually easier to give up.
“But Wakamou, don’t you need support?”
“No, I’m fine.”
Manager Wanda Haye understood it as Wakamou not relying much on gear, trusting only his body and self-taught magic.
The reality was Wakamou’s job was ‘VTuber’. Even asking for gear related to VTuber jobs was odd. Making it as common gear for [Non-Combat Classes]… Would that even help Wakamou?
Especially being a ‘Legendary Class’, there was no class evolution like other Climbers who changed jobs upon climbing the Tower.
There might be an evolution even for a Legendary Class, but…
What’s the higher class of a VTuber…? Even if it exists, Wakamou would refuse.
Better to let the misunderstanding be.
“If there’s anything needed, it’s the hearts of Believers who love me?”
“You’re eccentric.”
Wanting to be honest, but it’s sad not to.
Realizing it before… Revealing the job leads to too many issues.
The fact that his body is made of Mana was a weakness, but if the job was revealed, they could attack differently.
Examples include deleting Wakamou’s channel, attacking the YouTube company directly to blow up the servers, making subscribers disappear.
What judgment would occur, even Wakamou didn’t know…. Considering that, simultaneous broadcasts might be needed?
“So, shall we start?”
Manager Wanda Haye steered the conversation back to business.
The Climber Association and government would handle the assassin from China. Manager Wanda Haye relayed that the Association President felt it was a waste for Wakamou to spend time on such matters.
They were discussing future broadcasts and the current situation.
“First, securing regular viewer engagement, fluid viewership. Lastly, considering new audience inflow… Shall we look at the graph I compiled?”
The screen showed my channel.
Manager Wanda Haye, eyeing nearly 2,700 clips mixed with my videos, tried convincing me that separating the channel for Wakamou viewing would make it convenient and quick. But…
It could be sorted by playlist. I had no intention of abandoning my identity as a Clipper. This problem was to be passed over. My channel was hoping viewers would also look at other VTubers.
“Looking here, the views on our channel videos are generally high. Sometimes higher than subscribers. There are videos hitting 3 million views, but subscribers are stagnating. People watching during tower climbs or coming in through algorithms, not subscribing, mean many viewers, but most don’t subscribe to Wakamou.”
Well… that’s expected. Watching a broadcast is different from subscribing. There’s a reason YouTubers ask for likes and subscribes! Wakamou didn’t even say that, so it was just satisfying viewers, or they came back and binged later if they remembered.
“On the other hand, Liu Ying is seeing a sharp rise, as shown. While many comments mention how difficult her pronunciation is, it’s considered cute and the gap between her appearance adds charm. Her work on learning Korean, foreign presence, and everything—it’s lovely. People feel healed simply watching. She’s skilled in games but naturally kind. Simply cute. Many rave reviews.”
The poor pronunciation was a broadcaster’s flaw, but she overcame it with effort and innate cuteness, capturing people’s hearts. Considering her foreigner status contributed, too. She did reaction streams listening to Korean songs… Unexpectedly, more communication focused broadcasts.
Indeed, a talent for VTubing…!!
“Well, both of you are early in your broadcasting career. It’s probably not content stagnation yet. But, Wakamou as a VTuber might need to show more variety. Ideally separating Clipper and VTuber channels, though.”
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The manager’s piercing remarks hurt.
Sure, a VTuber should have a dedicated channel for personal content.
Wakamou’s channel’s unusual structure possibly caused the dispersed new arrivals. Still, Wakamou couldn’t let go, hoping it would benefit other VTubers.
But content…
Climbing the tower can’t go on forever; had to consider it.
“The most radical idea would be ASMR, right? Simple communication broadcasts are good. Though I can’t sing, playing instruments… Can draw, too. Representing various game genres. VS tournaments encouraging viewer reactions, review streams. Watching anime or movies together is good… Still, engaging with viewer participation broadcasts is effective. Other than that, doing popular challenges, covering or creating original songs, hand cameras or fan club visits… There’s more to do than I thought…”
Quickly listing content a VTuber broadcaster could do.
Always had to be cautious.
Chasing popularity was fine.
But doing something else might cause dissatisfaction among the viewer base attracted to specific content.
Always, satisfying everyone is impossible.
Besides, VTubers have much to watch for. Wakamou already dropped some colorful language. Still, avoided sexually suggestive jokes or comments.
Once those erotic jokes are thrown, it can damage the image.
Of course, doing it moderately can flavor the broadcast with spice, but Wakamou didn’t have the skill to masterfully manipulate that with ease.
There was no trembling confidence.
It’s possible for audacious VTubers to make bold remarks and broadcasts because they have a boundary to keep and an audience that loves it.
For pervert VTubers, a crowd of perverted viewers gathers, while viewers watching innocent VTubers show a different level of chat manner.
The irony is that some viewers watch both opposing types of VTubers.
‘From the start, the local market isn’t that big.’
A VTuber chases dreams and romance while staying grounded in reality.
‘There are at most three broadcast platforms in South Korea.’
On domestic platforms, P-Rayve could be called the top. They are genuine idols with major companies handling their distribution. They even release albums and can top the charts, showcasing their skill, massive fandom, and ultimate technology.
Another platform, Soprika TV, features otherworldly idols. Here, VTubing is the main job, while idol activities are a hobby. They regularly hold massive concerts in Korea, run by seasoned broadcasters and fans filled with broadcasting know-how that can’t be taught elsewhere.
One significant point is the idol themselves sharing feedback right after concerts, continuously communicating as idols with fans while also gaming and doing various content as VTubers.
Lastly, Stellamis on Pazzizik, another platform, could be dubbed South Korea’s VirtualLive. They run VTuber broadcasts sticking to their RP concept and are expanding their influence by collaborating with other broadcasters.
‘I’m active on YouTube…’
This was a decision reached after much contemplation and deliberation.
After all, now that the T-Location platform has withdrawn from Korea, there isn’t another platform within the country that draws overseas viewers like YouTube. To increase believers’ numbers, you can’t only target the South Korean population but also aim for the overseas audience.
To captivate those viewers, content is essential!! Ultimately, this is a perennial problem for broadcasters!
Breathing a sigh, the usually overheated Wakamou calmed down.
‘Ugh… knowing too much can be a problem.’
By observing other VTubers’ broadcasts and learning from pioneering predecessors, catastrophes can be avoided by cautiously reviewing content multiple times.
Slip-ups in revealing content or misspeaking, leading to retirement and disappearance as a VTuber, are not uncommon.
For stability and more, VTubers often aspire towards corporate-backed options. Although countless VTuber firms exist in the country, being tethered by corporate reins frequently happens.
‘I really can only say I’m lucky.’
Even when working hard with broadcasts, modern platforms display you based on viewer numbers, making it hard to be seen unless specifically looked for. Hence, there were company CEOs with efforts like hosting competitions to expand the market by having numerous VTubers.
‘Connections matter for VTubers too. If I want to make any, I can visit and join, right?’
Collaborations are also a hot content. Given that Wakamou is quite a celebrity, invitation acceptance is likely. Conditions were fairly slack to begin with.
“[Slurp, tehehenk lol Ah~ Is this the guy? Yes, yes… Phew, boys. Do you think I don’t know?!]”
Imagining the potential reaction, but probably not outright rejection.
However, collaboration can become toxic too.
When Wakamou meets other VTubers, he could end up spewing words like some excited otaku in rapid-fire mode. If he attends collaboration events but then hops off to other VTubers’ broadcasts or clips like a beast, it could lead to criticism.
Wakamou knew he shouldn’t behave like that, yet he was convinced he’d fail to resist trolling during a VTuber collaboration by watching VTuber broadcasts.
‘I can’t do collaborations.’
Let’s cleanly forgo collaborations!! It’s just burdensome!!
Unlike other VTubers, there wasn’t a need to hop communities for promotion!! Being special from the start with little effort led to success!! Adding to the nuisance now might lead to biting my tongue in regret!!
‘Anyway, in the realm of VTubers, I’m like a frog in a well.’
When he was groaning over what content to create.
Manager Wanda Haye, consulting for Liu Ying, called Wakamou over for a crucial discussion.
“Mr. Wakamou. There’s a significant matter needing your input.”
“….Huh? Oh, you called? The… what opinion?”
Brain filled with content dilemmas and VTuber thoughts, leaving no room for intrusions, Wakamou’s mind halted at Wanda Haye’s words.
“Since Mr. Wakamou is also a VTuber, shouldn’t we consider a 『VTuber group name』 including Ms. Liu Ying?”
A group!
A VTuber group!!
Yes─ Wakamou was the boss raising Liu Ying!! Moreover, he himself was a VTuber!!
So, two VTubers are working together under one roof, giving it their all to live on.
Thus… does a name need to be created…?
Wakamou envisioned a VTuber who entered his company departing, claiming the group name was too embarrassing.
[Stats]
Mana: 523,678 -> 463,678.
“Gasp…!”
Dangerous, nearly died.
Had he not been a climber, that attack would’ve been instant death.
Heartless, yet feeling as though his heart pounded, wiped a sweatless brow while taking deep breaths. Dizzy spells ensued.
Imagining, attaching damage as a VTuber inspired by Wakamou’s diligent VTuber broadcasts only made it worse.
Someday, a person might come looking to become a VTuber after seeing him…. if the group name seems insignificant…?
[Stats]
Mana: 463,678 -> 403,782.
“Ahbababa”
“Please, calm down!! We’re not naming a nation, right??”
Manager Wanda Haye handed him cold water and urged Wakamou to calm down. Hastily, she changed the subject.
“The studio issue has been resolved. You’ll even be able to conduct motion capture broadcasts there. Plus, support for ads, including VR device sponsorships, has arrived.”
“….Ads?”
“Yes, ads.”
VTubers by UwacBet once shot a bank ad. Times are much changed. Now that the metaverse has arrived, VTubers appearing in ads isn’t unusual. P-Rayve even did a cosmetics ad once!! As a VTuber!!
“Yet… I’d prefer ads aligning with my concept…”
“Oh, the climbing association proposed a climber-related ad video….”
“Isn’t that more like an educational video than an ad?”
“Nonetheless, it’s an offer from a corporation, yes?”
That’s an ad, shrugging his shoulders. Wakamou accepted that reasoning.
“Then, how about conducting the show from the studio today? They’ve prepared lodging considering endurance broadcasts, right? You could say an entire building is dedicated solely to Mr. Wakamou.”
“How about making it publicly usable upon request? So other VTubers could use it….?”
“With immense investment, that approach would be a loss, wouldn’t it?”
“I don’t care at all!!!”
“Oh, yes…”
For every instance, considering personnel costs and such, manager Wanda Haye respected Wakamou’s preferences. She had prepared what he wanted… now it’s time for Wakamou to prove to his believers through his VTuber broadcasts.
“Singing, dancing, playing instruments…. Maybe even do some ASMR….”
“You must also promote equipment? Since it’s a domestic product.”
“Is this an ad broadcast, too…. Should I do a hand cam cooking show since there’s a kitchen…?”
“That could be great for camera promotions.”
Trembling… unbearably pressured…. couldn’t keep his legs still.
Numerous VTuber ventures without any VTuber intention was overwhelming…!!
Manager spoke of introducing staff and PDs, sending a tremor to his eyes.
And suddenly, questioned whether climbing the tower was even that daunting?
Couldn’t it just be straightforward labor to beat the monsters?
“Liu Ying….what if the broadcast fails…?”
“Boss…. doing a lot of this kind of thing eventually becomes easier…”
Liu Ying didn’t say more.
Whatever it may be, eventually he’d have to get used to it!!
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