Now That I Have Become a Woman, I Am a Vtuber - Chapter 60

Civilization.

Commonly known as a turn-based strategy game often referred to as a time machine, it is a game where you grow your civilization from ancient times, outsmart other civilizations, and strive to become the most outstanding civilization in the world to win.

Victory can be achieved through various means, including domination by controlling all civilizations, as well as through science, culture, and religion. Players can play organically according to their preferences and the ever-changing situations.

Doesn’t it sound fun just from that description?

In reality, it is fun, and it remains a very popular game, with new series continuing to come out.

Of course…

-No way ᄉᄇ

-Are you really playing that?

-Don’t joke with me.

-I like it, though ᄏᄏ

-All-nighter ᄀ

As is characteristic of turn-based strategy simulation games, it may appear a bit boring to those watching.

This means that the flow of time is different for those playing and those watching.

“Honestly, we went too fast in the last broadcast, didn’t we? I’m going to take it easy this time.”

-But if you just lie down ᄉᄇ

-Aren’t you playing any other games today?

-Are you really playing this?

-Sounds good.

-Ah, Civilization ᄏᄏ

It seems that opinions are somewhat divided, as expected.

For those who have tried Civilization, it may appear enjoyable.

I’m not sure if that fun will last, though.

“So, what difficulty should we set?”

Once the game starts, various settings need to be configured.

From difficulty to resources and special events, everything can be set up.

-God mode ᄀ

– Let’s go play LoL right now, please…

– Are you trying to shake us off? Are you abandoning us?

– Miro is such an individualist.

“When was ‘individualism’ a meme? Then I’ll go with Immortal.”

Immortal is an extremely difficult level, right below god-tier, the highest rank. Honestly, without intelligence and experience like mine, it’s a level you couldn’t even dream of attempting.

As I’m setting up the game, I notice things that weren’t in the previous version.

“Secret Society? Hero? What’s this?”

Was this always here?

There definitely wasn’t anything like this in the previous series.

– Vampires are ridiculously overpowered in Secret Society.

– Heroes are good, but the balance is a bit off.

– Secret Society is fun.

As expected of a popular game, though they complain, a bunch of know-it-alls immediately jump in to explain everything.

“Vampires? There’s something like that?”

– It’s new, but it’s fun.

– The more units you consume, the stronger you get.

– It’s frustrating because they’re slow, but it’s satisfying to grow them.

“Stronger, you say? No limits?”

– Yep, they just keep getting stronger.

– No limits.

What? There’s something like that?

Civilization is clearly a tech game. The fun comes from gradually advancing your technology and building your powerful army step by step…

“What kind of sinister thing is that? Strength should naturally come from science.”

– ???

– But it’s just a game;

– Just play it, let’s raise some vampires.

“Forget it.”

I won’t raise something like that.

The true battlefield only blossoms with iron, spears, gunpowder, and guns.

Then, a vampire appeared. Such a nonsensical thing should never happen.

After firmly deciding not to use anything as sinister as vampires, I set the settings.

– What leader are you choosing?

– Sejong lol

– Korea is boring though;

In Civilization, players can choose the leader of each country as their character.

Each leader comes with traits and achievements based on their nation’s characteristics.

“I usually play Korea, but I’ve played it a lot in the previous series… This time, I want to try a different civilization.”

– You’ve played the previous series too?

– It’s a masterpiece, for sure.

– If not Korea, what then?

“What do you mean what? Specializing in warfare?”

After all, Civilization is all about war, isn’t it?

Sure, other aspects are fun, but I enjoy combat the most.

– Gran Colombia is fun.

– Russia is OP.

– Germany?

– Japan lol

As expected, someone in the chat immediately responded with perfect suggestions.

“If it’s about war, this is it, right?”

Saying that, I chose my leader.

[Germany – Friedrich Barbarossa]

– Wow lol

– Germany’s scientific power is the best in the world.

– ?? Controversial choice lol

– Hmm… Germany?

“Ahem, this is Friedrich Barbarossa, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. There’s absolutely nothing controversial about this.”

I came in strong from the start.

Streaming on the internet is full of people looking for reasons to criticize.

All I wanted was Germany’s production power, U-boats, and strength.

With that, I sternly warned them and started the game.

“Nice land, right?”

– Yep, solid start lol

– I have no idea what’s going on.

– It’s not too late yet…

– How about we call it a draw?

“Ahem, there’s a subtle pleasure in watching this.”

With those words, I used my first settler unit to build my first city.

Aachen.

The city that had served as the capital of the Holy Roman Empire since the time of Charlemagne was now being rebuilt on this land, thousands of years in advance.

“Now, you’re given one warrior at the start, so you should scout around and then build a scout unit.”

In Civilization, there are barbarian tribes. By mid-game, you can easily crush them, but they’re quite a hassle in the early stages.

So, I tend not to send my warrior too far from the city, ensuring constant defense—my playstyle.

“If you wander around like this, you’ll find ancient ruins.”

My warrior unit encountered some ancient ruins ahead. Even though everything here is ancient, these ruins have been around even longer and hold beneficial gifts for players.

“Look—after collecting it, my population increased by one. A good start.”

– What is he even saying, smh

– Honestly, I have no idea either.

– Just watch a bit.

– What do you build after a scout?

– You should build a monument first.

– Settler lol

Hmm—the chat is getting chaotic.

But, this confusion only happens in the early stages. As time goes on, those who aren’t interested will drop off, and only the ones who either enjoy watching or are truly into Civilization will stay.

“We need to produce settlers. The surrounding land looks good too.”

After a few days, things should stabilize, right?

With that, I continued playing the game.

And, Civilization…

It suited my taste far more than I expected.

A stream that would normally end within two hours stretched to five, six, and even seven hours, lasting until the sun came up without a break.

Even the viewers who were hanging on started to complain about their exhaustion.

N [Thank you for the 1,000 won donation, ᄋᄋ-nim!]

How long is this going to last? Please… I just want to sleep…

“How long? Hold on. Let me finish this war first.”

– It’s fun, but this is a mess lol

– Please stop…

– lol I have no idea what’s happening.

– Am I the only one enjoying this?

– Look at how slow the chat is lol. Half of them must’ve fallen asleep watching.

– lol This is making me super sleepy.

– This is better than any sleeping pill.

“Feel free to fall asleep while listening.”

Honestly, you really could. If I were watching someone play Civilization for hours, I’d start feeling sleepy too.

– Miro’s spoon radio lol

– Long streams are great, so just keep going, yeah?

– Ah, messed up my pattern.

– Why do you keep making cavalry? Build some pikemen instead;

“Why build pikemen? Hah, you don’t get it. War is all about speed. Speed! Haven’t you read The Art of War?”

“By the way, I haven’t read it either.”

“But isn’t it a fact that speed is key?”

– Dude, you’ve been at war for over a hundred years in-game.

– Germany and Japan are about to lose, both going down together lol.

– Wait, this is hilarious lololol.

– But why is Japan so strong though? They’re holding out like champs lol.

– Samurai are totally OP lol.

“My reinforcements are arriving soon.”

Japan’s samurai were a bit of a wildcard, but so what?

It was still too early for them to challenge my knight army, backed by Germany’s superior production power.

“Hey, island sword-wielders, tremble in fear. This is the knight order that once ruled the European continent.”

N – Woah, epic lololol.

– That power trip is unreal.

– Why is this so fun?

– Alright, let’s gooo lol.

Just as I was about to order an all-out charge of my knights…

Bang!

The sound of a door opening echoed, followed by the sense of someone’s presence behind the soundproof booth.

There shouldn’t be anyone at home.

A burglar? Or a robber?

For a split second, I remembered the conversation I had with a viewer earlier while playing the game.

People were saying the streets have been dangerous lately…

I quickly reached for the cup on my desk, thinking to use it as a self-defense tool, and started to turn around.

But the figure behind me acted faster.

Slap!

“Ow!”

“Oh my gosh, you idiot! It’s already morning!”

“Huh, Mom?”

Why is Mrs. Jang here? Oh! Wasn’t she supposed to come today?

“You’re always holed up in this house!”

“Wait, hold on!”

“Hold on, what for! Did I come back home for this? You’re an adult, but nothing has changed!”

Getting hit is the least of my worries. There’s something more urgent.

The mic…! I have to turn off the mic!

Before this turns into a real disaster, I hurriedly reached for the mic on the desk behind me, but did I move too quickly?

Thud—

In my haste, I accidentally knocked the mic off the desk with my arm, and it fell to the floor.

“Ah!”

“Ah, what!”

No, no, no. If this keeps going, it’ll be a real broadcast disaster.

“Mom, just wait a second! Time out! Think about the hotel vacation I sent you on!”

At my shout, Mrs. Jang paused.

Looks like the memory of that hotel vacation was really pleasant.

With that brief break, I immediately dove under the desk to retrieve the fallen mic.

“Why are you crawling under the desk!”

“Just give me a second!”

Where is it? Where? It was too dark to see well, but luckily, the mic was big enough to find quickly.

Click!

I quickly reached out, turned off the mic, and crawled back out from under the desk.

As I emerged, I saw two things: Mrs. Jang’s utterly baffled expression on one side, and on the other…

– lololololololol

– hahahaha

– Mom cameo lolololol

Sigh.

This is driving me crazy.

Why did she have to show up now of all times?

My face is burning.