The Divine Genius’s Game Broadcasting Chapter 113

Episode 113 – Fan signing event? (3)

Qtube by GGG, the developer of Gunner Ground.

It was a place where all the updates and various event announcement videos were uploaded. A new video was uploaded to the GGG channel.

But this is not a regular video, this is a premiere video.

-Ah lol who developed the first public release feature?

-Isn't this really annoying?

-And what is this thing that's already here? ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-This is definitely something that should hit GGG.

-Just reveal it right away!

Before the broadcast, viewers began to flock to the chat room.

-Who will be surprised by the invincible ticket?!

-HOXY listener?

-You too? Wow! Me too!

-I can't stand the surprise of purple certification ㅋㅋㅋ

Among them were viewers of Purple Broadcasting. They came to check out the surprising member mentioned in the previous broadcast.

Soon the screen changed and the countdown began.

-Finally the third member!

-Just looking at the lineup that has already been revealed, it's awesome lol

-GGG spent a lot of money

-It seems like a lot of investment has been made in this update and event.

As the countdown ended and the screen changed amidst the viewers' anticipation, a woman in a neat suit smiled and greeted them.

“Hello! I’m So-yoon Jeong, the caster for this Gunner Ground event match, ‘Time Warfare’!”

Game caster, So-yoon Jeong.

She was the only woman in the game caster industry, which was mostly male, and despite being in her 40s, she was popular for her knowledge of games.

-Jeong-chae! Jeong-chae! Jeong-chae! Jeong-chae!

-Aunt Soyun is the best!

-GGG's excellent selection

-I admit it's a real character lol

-It's already getting into my ears lol

Even though it wasn't a live broadcast, viewers welcomed her warmly.

“Today, the third member of the participating team will be revealed. Let’s check them out one by one!”

Jeong So-yoon continued to reveal herself skillfully. As members were revealed one by one, the number of viewers also increased.

-Oh lol, this is a solo game room?

-That piece of shit as a member?

-This team is going strong! It's really going strong!

-GamoripㅋㅋㅋCome outㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-This is a crazy mess, lol

-This is a broadcasting accident lol

Viewers burst into laughter whenever a streamer they knew appeared.

“Yes, the next team is the team of rising star, divine streamer Purple, and the experienced Genome? They are the third members of Team ‘Purge Day’!”

Soon it was Purple and Genome's team's turn.

-Kita!

-It's finally out!

-A big one next to a big one! A big one next to a big one! A big one next to a big one!

-Who will be surprised by the invincible ticket?!

The chat window started to stutter with excitement from Purple and Genome fans. In the video, Jeong So-yoon opened her eyes wide as she flipped through the cue cards.

"uh……?"

Despite her career, she was momentarily speechless.

Who the hell are you?

As viewers' anticipation soared, she opened her mouth.

“This is really unexpected! The third member of Team Purge Day is!”

As she paused, a screen appeared on the video. Surprisingly, unlike those previously revealed, a photo of someone wearing armor and a helmet appeared.

“This is streamer Eclipse!”

-?

-to?

-Eclipse?

-What? Is this a broadcasting accident?

-No;;; Isn't this GGG broadcasting?

-Did I come to the wrong channel?

-Why are you coming out from there, Kyung?

The viewers had no idea why Eclipse was coming out. As soon as it was revealed, the chat window was paralyzed by the flood of questions and chats.

Fortunately, since it wasn't a live broadcast, the video continued. Did GGG expect this kind of reaction?

“Wow, I’ve done a lot of events, but I think this is the first time I’ve mentioned another game. But I guess I have to explain.”

Eclipse's resume appeared on the screen. Jeong So-yoon briefly recited it.

“Eclipse-nim, who has been focusing on only one genre, told us the reason why he decided to participate. Surprisingly, he said it was thanks to Purple-nim, who is on the same team!”

-Purple?

-Why is Godple here?

-What on earth have you done!

-Breaking News) The Prosecutor's Office has captured the recently formed 'Elden Cartel'! Strict investigation policy!

-What kind of cartel is this, f*ckㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Ah haha I see! The hypnosis app?

-No way lol you crazy guy!

-Can't you stand the listeners' jokes?

The chat window became even more agitated when Purple's name was mentioned.

“He said he accepted it because he thought it was an opportunity to broaden his horizons by following Purple’s example. He said he decided to join the battle because he wanted to experience something completely different!”

-Kyaa hahahahaha

-What on earth happened between you two?

-What? Aren't you Korean?

-Ah haha, look for Pertube

-A genre change for a 15-year streamer? Isn't this a total cataclysm? Lol

-Purple's appearance itself was a cataclysmic event.

-Information) Gotple is now a streamer in his second month.

-Uh, huh?

-Cry (after death)

-What the heck is after death? Lol

-Godple is the Dragonborn Agaraguy!

Viewers were excited by Eclipse's comments.

But not everyone was like that.

-No;;; But have you ever tried the Eclipse shooting game?

-Isn't there anything like a gun in the From Sa game? LOL

-There is a mecha thing… …but it’s completely different from that

-You mean Core Armor? That was a work from the console market!

-Even so, haven't you ever played a round of that game when you weren't on air?

-He's a gentleman who practices swordsmanship in real life, so what's with the gun? ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

Eclipse's genre shift was groundbreaking, but it also brought with it concerns. However, it seems that this kind of reaction was expected.

“Also, Eclipse left us some aspirations! I’ll read them to you as they are.”

Jeong So-yoon quickly cleared her throat and began to speak in a low voice.

“Eclipse said, ‘Chivalry does not change even when the battlefield changes. I will practice in seclusion until the time comes so as not to become a burden to my comrades.’”

The atmosphere in the chat room changed completely at Jeong So-yoon's words.

-Go away lol

-What's with the voice cracking? Lol

-That's why I say regular character, regular character!

-No lol The article concept is the same lol

-What is a knight of the battlefield?

-I'm in my second year of middle school, but I'm still attracted to it lol

-Why haven't you been broadcasting at all recently? ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Gotple was right lol

-Really lol You can't help but be surprised

After the explanation was over, the screen shifted to revealing another team. However, the topic of the chat window did not change easily.

-Is it true that we're seeing this combination again?

-This is why you have to make good friends!

-The real Purge Day is a legend lol

-The lineup value is totally crazy lol

-Upper is another piece of evidence that science is out there lol

-You don't know the 4th member yet?

-Anyway, Purple wins!

The chat about Team Purge Day continued endlessly. If it were a live broadcast, the caster would have moderated it, but since it was a recorded video, the flow was maintained.

-But is there anyone who can fit into this combination?

-Really lol the other 3 are totally awesome

-The 4th member would be awesome too, right?

-If it doesn't meet my needs, I think I'll turn back because of the pressureㅋㅋㅋㅋ

The fourth member to be revealed after Eclipse. Expectations were running high.

* * *

The day of the Sweeties autograph session.

Lee Kyung-bok and Choi Byeong-hun visited Park Joo-ho's house.

"……and."

“Crazy, what is all this?”

The two friends were amazed as soon as they entered the house.

“It’s my first fan signing, so I can’t go without any preparation.”

Park Joo-ho, who had come out as a fan, welcomed the two people by taking out all the Sweeties goods he had been hiding.

“From here, there are cheering sticks from the first album to the new album, and these are the items that came out for each season in order. Aside from these, there’s also a towel, but I feel a bit bad about lending it out because I’ve used it.”

“No… … But why are there so many of the same thing?”

Choi Byung-hoon asked, covering his mouth as he quickly explained. At this, Park Joo-ho frowned.

“Of course, you have to distinguish between goods for collection and goods for actual use.”

“Ah, for the collection… … ”

“But if you say it’s for your collection, can I lend it to you?”

Lee Kyung-bok asked with a puzzled look.

I was grateful that he lent me something that was so important to me that I could keep it, but I also felt burdened.

At this, Park Joo-ho adjusted his glasses and smiled.

“It’s okay. I put it here because it’s a spare I bought in case I lose it.”

"……spare?"

“Don’t worry, the real collection is in excellent condition and is being kept as a special item.”

At his answer, Lee Kyung-bok and Choi Byeong-hun exchanged glances.

'Park Joo-ho, this guy… … '

'I'm single.'

The meaning was conveyed without words. Park Joo-ho, who was looking at the two, coughed in vain.

“Ahem, if it’s your first time at a fan signing, you don’t necessarily need to bring anything. Instead, I prepared the essentials separately.”

“What other necessities are there?”

“This is it.”

Park Joo-ho handed over a waterproof pack that he had prepared separately.

“Photocards and post-it notes? And what about stationery?”

“Getting them to sign the photocard is the most basic thing. The post-it note is for asking the members to write down their names and messages for you to sign. Do you guys have any special tributes or gifts?”

The two looked at each other and shook their heads. In reality, they weren't even fans, so there was no reason to prepare a gift.

“Yeah, I can’t even decide what to give you. There are so many things I want to give you, but I don’t know your tastes or preferences at first. I was like that at first, too.”

Park Joo-ho interpreted the reason differently. The two friends did not bother to resolve the misunderstanding.

“That’s why it’s the most basic of the basics! I prepared stationery for writing fan letters! I also prepared a waterproof pack in case of rain!”

The two nodded at that explanation.

'You're really more energetic than usual.'

'This is real.'

I couldn't help but laugh at the sight of my friend's unique appearance. I'm not a real fan, but I didn't want to disappoint his expectations.

“But isn’t it a bit strange to just give fan letters?”

“Why don’t you give them some snacks or drinks? Since it’s Sweeties, it should be something sweet.”

As Choi Byung-hoon spoke with a smile, Park Joo-ho's eyes became sharp.

“It’s impossible.”

"impossibility?"

“Sometimes there are evil people who do strange things to food. Fortunately, Sweeties has never experienced such things, but there have been cases of other idols.”

“Ah… … You can’t give me anything to eat?”

The two friends readily agreed. Now it was time to follow Park Joo-ho's guide.

But soon the two encountered a problem.

'Even if it's a fan letter… … '

'What should I write?'

Two people lost in thought over a blank piece of paper. Park Joo-ho smiled with satisfaction as he looked at it.

“There are so many things I want to write about that it’ll be hard to choose. I was like that at first too. But it’s better to just write what you want to say.”

Fortunately, the delusion didn't get any deeper. Park Joo-ho quickly checked the time and called the two people.

“There’s still a lot of time to write, so let’s think about it slowly and start preparing.”

"preparation?"

“Lee Kyung-bok, you take this.”

Lee Kyung-bok received a mask.

Why did you suddenly give me a mask?

Park Joo-ho explained in response to the questioning gaze.

“If you go to a fan signing, there aren’t many people like us who just go and take pictures. Most of them are camera-armed photo-takers.”

“But… … why this?”

“Your face will naturally attract attention. Whether you want it or not, there’s a high chance that you’ll be photographed.”

Although it was a fan signing event with a break, Park Joo-ho did not forget his duties as a manager.

“Considering that my face will be revealed later, it would be better to hide my whereabouts as much as possible. I would have liked to have worn sunglasses, but I omitted them because it would have been suspicious.”

“If that’s the case.”

Lee Kyung-bok obediently followed the suggestion. The mask covered his nose and lower face.

“What about mine?”

When Choi Byung-hoon asked from the side, Park Joo-ho glanced at him.

“You’ll be more likely to avoid cameras if you show them rather than hide them.”

"ok?"

Choi Byeong-hun rolled his eyes wondering what was going on, but soon realized the meaning.

“No, Inma! I also heard that I’m handsome at home!”

“Then wear a mask at home.”

Park Joo-ho, who had immediately subdued Choi Byeong-hun, finished preparing to depart.

“Are you going already?”

“There’s still a long way to go until the autograph session starts?”

There was still plenty of time left until the autograph session. Still, Park Joo-ho urged his friends.

“We’ll draw the seats and autograph order on site. It’s a matter of probability anyway, but the later you go, the less choice you have. There will be many fans who have already arrived.”

“Is that all?”

“I was wondering why you called this so early. It turns out not just anyone can be a fan.”

The two people stuck out their tongues at that explanation. But soon they followed Park Joo-ho without a word.

Because today was a ‘perfect’ day for Park Joo-ho.

* * *

The Sweeties' autograph session took place at a large hotel in the city center.

The grand hall located inside the hotel, where other fans had already arrived, just as Park Joo-ho had said.

The three people took their seats in a long line.

“Hah… … Diligent, diligent. Even true fandom requires sincerity.”

“I think we’re almost halfway there?”

“Okay, this is going to be difficult.”

Unlike the two people who were admiring each other, Park Joo-ho's expression darkened.

“Kyungbok-ah.”

"why?"

“Please take good care of me this time too… …!”

Park Joo-ho gave an intense gaze.

“The further back you go in line, the more likely it is that your autograph session time will be limited. Please just avoid the later ones!”

“No, I said it was just luck. It wasn’t something I did.”

“Then just trust your luck!”

Lee Gyeong-bok burst into laughter at his friend's earnest request.

“Well, anyway, even if things don’t go well, don’t just complain.”

That's how the line started.

The line didn't fall off as easily as I thought. This was because the fans were very careful with the identification process and the drawing.

It was while I was waiting for that.

A rumbling vibration was transmitted.

“Hey, I need to talk to you for a minute.”

“Okay.”

“Don’t go far.”

Lee Kyung-bok, who had asked two friends to sit down, received a phone call in a quiet place.

"hello?"

<Hey, Kyungbok. Are you able to talk now?>

“Oh, okay. What’s wrong?”

The voice of the genome coming from the other end of the phone was dark.

<First of all… I’m sorry.>

“You’re sorry?”

<I told you and Ik-nim with confidence, but it's gotten a bit difficult to get a job. There's no room for excuses… …>

“A casting call? No, why?”

Lee Kyung-bok opened his eyes wide at those words. With Genome’s connections and reputation, there was no reason to refuse.

<That makes the situation a bit ironic.>

“Irony? What do you mean?”

<Our team value has become too high, so it's burdensome.>

"……value?"

Genome explained quickly.

From Purple and Genome to Eclipse, which was recently revealed, the name value and interest each of them has accumulated is without a doubt the best among the teams participating in the event.

However, Lee Gyeong-bok's doubts only grew as a result of the explanation.

“No, then wouldn’t the other side be asking you to come in instead?”

<I thought so too. It seems like it has exceeded the threshold.>

“What is the threshold?”

<I saw the angle. I wonder if he can join our team and make it big. Of course, his face and name will sell a lot. But whether he sells 'well' is another matter.>

Genome clicked his tongue briefly and continued his explanation.

<Actually, I understand. If you come in and are treated like a burden or a burden, it's actually a negative. The person who should shoulder that burden should be a streamer with some value, like Ae Hako or something… … >

“The former will be rejected by GGG, and the latter is already the leader of another team.”

<That's right. That's why I contacted you because I thought it would be difficult for me to do it alone. I'm sorry… …>

“No, what are you sorry about? When was the deadline?”

<Tomorrow or the day after. Once this call is over, I will contact Ikle as well. I think we should all three of us recruit and discuss it.>

“Hmm, he’s a streamer of the right level… … ”

Lee Kyung-bok wrinkled the tip of his nose.

Most of the streamers would have been recruited by other teams. Where are we going to find the right people now?

'for a moment……'

The wrinkles between his eyebrows disappeared. Lee Kyung-bok’s gaze fell on the photocard that Park Joo-ho had handed out.

'This might be okay?'

A faint smile appeared on my lips as a sudden thought occurred to me.

"brother."

<Huh?>

“Are the people who participate in the event really influencers? Not streamers?”

<Uh… … Really?>

“So all you need is a level of recognition that viewers can recognize?”

<That's true, but… … Is there anyone who isn't a streamer that viewers would know?>

Genome didn't hide his doubts.

Where on earth can you find someone like that?

“I don’t know yet if I’ll join, but I’ll ask and let you know the results.”

<Huh? Oh, oh, okay. Thank you. I'm really sorry.>

“I said it’s okay. First, contact Ikle as well.”

<Okay!>

Lee Kyung-bok ended the call and took out the photo card in the waterproof bag.

A photocard of Yoon Nara, not another member, and the enclosed post-it note and fan letter that is still empty.

'The words I want to write just come to mind.'

An even deeper smile appeared on Lee Kyung-bok's lips.