VTuber RP Is Not a Concept - Chapter 98

On Friday evening, at a time when many people could see it, an announcement was posted on the Cradle homepage.

I enlarged the screen and read it in a calm voice. It felt a bit embarrassing to do this by myself.

[Notice] Announcement of Official Partner Streamers for Cradle

Hello, heroes.

This is the official publicity team of Cradle Korea.

Cradle is selecting official partner streamers through an internal review to foster a fair gaming culture and support outstanding content creators.

Accordingly, we would like to inform you that ‘Esumi Ria’ has been selected as a Cradle official partner streamer.

– Partner Streamer ㄷㄷ

– Cradle doesn’t usually pick these kinds of people..

– What’s with the timing of the announcement? hahaha It’s really getting wild

– How can they choose someone controversial?

– Are they crazy? They’re going to stick with a hacker?

I decided to save my opinion for later and focused on reading the full text.

● What is an official partner streamer?

A streamer who produces game-based content with Cradle and conducts official events.

A creator recognized for fairness and reliability in gaming and broadcasting activities.

● Reason for selection

Passed thorough verification regarding suspicions of using unauthorized external programs.

Possesses excellent gaming skills and creative content production abilities.

Has a high influence and fanbase in the gaming community.

– Oh, verification passed~

– Of course, this has been a done deal for months..

– Their logic = The person is the same, but we need to re-verify!

– What controversy are they recycling? They should recycle their own lives instead.

– They say it’s already garbage, so it can’t be recycled~

– Wow, this is an official level of praise hahahaha

– Outstanding gaming skills^^ High influence and fanbase^^

– Yeah, I can’t believe it without a video.

– Wow, it’s shocking to see the gaming company covering for them… Did they lobby with Blooming?

– Why do controversies keep arising? Could it be reasonable doubt about insufficient parts?

– You’re just determined not to believe it, aren’t you;;

– You’ve closed your eyes… sleep eternally, please…

In the latter part of the announcement, the company’s stance was quite lengthy.

● Cradle’s Position

Regarding specific issues raised in the community, Cradle has previously conducted thorough verification based on the game play records of the player in question.

The verification results showed that Esumi Ria played the game in accordance with all regulations, and no new evidence has been found that would overturn the controversy.

Cradle has selected Esumi Ria as an official partner streamer after an internal review and will continue to maintain a fair gaming environment and actively support outstanding creators.

Thank you for your continued interest and support, and we will do our best to provide an even more enjoyable gaming environment.

Thank you.

“… Sincerely, the Cradle Korea official publicity team.”

Those who raised suspicions probably wouldn’t have much more to say if they followed the announcement this far.

A ‘final conclusion’ from the gaming company that there was no further room for issues.

Not a dismissal of grievances, but rather an official position.

– Hmmm… if the announcement goes that far,

– It’s a declaration of a shared fate.. If Ria is a hacker, Cradle can’t handle it now.

– All the haters cut!

– If they’re not a hacker, it sounds like a very reasonable contract. There aren’t any streamers who can play like Ria.

– Were they shocked to see a bad character getting a boost?

– Developer: Is this even possible?

– We, the Duck Clan, actively support Esumi Ria^^7

– I believed in you, Cho-eun!

– Daria! You’re the hero of our village!

– It’s creepy to think that the trolls from earlier are mixed in among these chats…

– I’m going to write a letter of intent… Do I just join the fan cafe?

– Just shut up.

“Yes, everyone. Through this announcement, Cradle has officially acknowledged me. I’m grateful for the opportunity not just for a simple clarification but to act as a partner streamer. From now on, as Cradle’s official partner streamer, I’ll be able to show you new content. Shall we dive into the ducks together?”

I changed the broadcast title from “Sorry” to “Half-Elf Recognized by Cradle.”

– Wow, I thought it would just end with an announcement.

– I didn’t expect it to turn the atmosphere around like this…

– Seeing her read the official announcement confidently in front of 30,000 people is impressive.

– It might be because she trained during Cho-eun’s time…

– Let’s not talk about that;;

– I wonder how painful it is for those who gathered to hate her…

– They’re probably really boiling with rage hahahaha

– I came to watch her downfall, but I witnessed a complete clarification of the controversy + rather a career growth + promotion.

– But shouldn’t the title be fact-checked? Is it correct that Cradle acknowledged her as a half-elf?

– Why is it being distorted as if her skills were acknowledged and RP was recognized…

The main benefit of a partner streamer is all skins. There was a space where ducks could check their owned skins without entering the game. There, they displayed limited edition or premium skins.

“As you all know, one of the advantages of skins is that you can play as a unique race rather than the basic one. Of course, there are elves like me for whom that isn’t an advantage.”

– Is the race fixed as an elf?

– I’m so jealous of all skins. If you’re not going to use it, give it to meㅠㅠ

– Cradle just put a pearl necklace on a pig..

– Pig??

– No comments on Ria’s mid and b*tt getting fat.

“And today, I’ll try out the streamer-exclusive broadcast UI. It’s a feature provided by Cradle, and ultimately, all duck streamers will be able to use it. However, partner streamers will get to experience it first with early access. This is a feature that applies only to the broadcast screen you are watching, not my screen.”

Additional information related to the gameplay would be provided on the broadcast output screen, and automatic camera AI would enable a more immersive viewing experience.

Since I had no way to verify it immediately, I concentrated only on the battle after matching the game. Fortunately, the Spirit Archer was not banned, and I did my best to prove my skills in front of many people.

“Haah… haah…”

– ???

– Oh…

– Why is this person panting after one match?

– This happens every time they play Spirit Archer hahahaha

– If those who gathered today made Ria quit Spirit Archer, regular events might not have been held.

– Moans = Event?????

– It’s over.

“Phew… I’ll end today’s broadcast here. My main goal was to convey my opinions to everyone.”

– You worked hard, Riaㅠ

– It was just one duck match, but the broadcast felt full…

– Oh Bangal

– Let me donate before I leave!!

“Alright. If you have something you want to say, go ahead.”

The Pia, who had been with me from the start, might have felt a bit frustrated during today’s broadcast. I wanted to hear their stories.

[“3rd Year Students donated 100,000 Jellies!”]

[“Cho-eun, you might not remember, but I was a fan of your broadcast. I was a bit surprised when I found out you were a real woman and not a net-cam girl haha. Anyway, I know it must have been tough, so thank you for coming back and broadcasting again. I was really worried today, but seeing you resilient makes me really relieved… It was even somewhat touching. I’ll keep watching and supporting your broadcasts from now on.”]

– Starting off with a big donation…

– Is the donation window just for themselves?

– Oh, they calculated the amount just right.

– 10 million is recognized hahaha

– There was a fan from Cho-eun’s era, even though she probably didn’t have many viewers.

– I’m jealous I knew Ria first…

“Thank you to the 3rd Year Students for the Spirit Arrow Explosion! Thank you for remembering my younger self and coming back like this. Actually, I didn’t get to properly say goodbye back then… I hope we can be together for a long time from now on.”

If I believe I’ve formed a connection with the Pia now, did I also form a connection back then?

Not merely for my immersion in RP.

Because I’ve created an opportunity where fans like them don’t need to beat around the bush.

My choice to fully acknowledge myself as Elf Cho-eun felt right.

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After the broadcast ended, I had a call with Sara. It was a discussion about aspects that weren’t fully sorted out.

“Ria, you’ve checked the announcement released by the company, right?”

“Yes, I saw it. But… the content seems too strong.”

Sara spoke with a cautious tone.

“It’s content that was reviewed by the legal team, so we have no room for adjustments.”

However…

“I said that I could offer a chance for reflection during the broadcast, but there’s no mention of that in the announcement.”

“That’s something you seem to have said a bit spontaneously during the broadcast, right? As I mentioned, there are some parts that cannot be overlooked just by saying sorry. In fact, if the announcement is ambiguous, it could lead to problems.”

“How… could it lead to problems?”

Sara’s voice gained more strength.

“Legal action is already in progress. We need to make an official response at the company level, rather than just broadcast content like a letter of intent.”

I paused for a moment and let out a short sigh.

“That’s true. I just… wonder if there were people who expected things based solely on my words.”

Sara added, her tone a bit softer than before, but steady and unwavering.

“You don’t need to worry, Ria. The people who have crossed the line are separate from that.”

“…I don’t think it was to that extent.”

Seeing me remain hesitant, Sara continued her lengthy explanation.

“Ria, those who posted a letter of intent on the fan cafe probably are not the subject of the ongoing legal action. The ones who truly need legal action don’t even participate in such content. Instead of reflecting, they continue malicious actions to the end or attack in a more extreme manner.”

“Hmm… I understand. Thank you for your concern.”

Right. What can I do now that the announcement has already been posted? I can only hope that Sara’s words are true.