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Episode 57 – Metagamer Live Interview (1)
Choi Byung-hoon opened his mouth wide as if his jaw had fallen out.
“Metagamer? You got an interview offer from there? For real!?”
“It’s true. Business is no joke.”
Park Joo-ho answered, adjusting his glasses. Despite his blunt attitude, Choi Byung-hoon grinned.
“Wow, this is crazy, this is crazy. No, no! The Golden Horses are late! How dare you contact me now?!”
Lee Kyung-bok looked puzzled as he saw Choi Byung-hoon bursting into laughter. He asked Park Joo-ho in a low voice.
“Is the Metagamer interview that big of a deal, or is Byung-Hoon not sleeping well and not feeling well?”
“Both seem correct.”
“Both?”
“I received the email and looked up who was interviewed. You did it, and so did D’Artagnan.”
Although Genome is famous enough, D'Artagnan was a representative of a streamer who was considered a major corporation.
But since he received an interview offer, it means that Lee Kyung-bok is also on the same level as them.
But Park Joo-ho’s words did not end there.
“But it hasn’t even been a month since the broadcast started and there aren’t a single streamer I’ve interviewed.”
“There aren’t any at all?”
“Yeah. You’re the first.”
Park Joo-ho smiled faintly. Choi Byeong-hoon intervened.
“Kids, that’s not all. Metagamer isn’t just a webzine. Right? This is the center of the community.”
“What does that mean?”
“Metagamer provides its own communities for each game. Like Bark Meta, Mystic Meta, and Geog Meta. There’s a reason why these are ranked first in scale!”
“I see, since this highlight video was spread to each game’s community, they thought it was an opportunity for them as well.”
Park Joo-ho nodded, guessing the general situation. Choi Byeong-hoon kept laughing.
“Ah, I’m tired, I’m tired. As they say, a genius is recognized by the world! Even while ascending like a rocket, it automatically adds propellant!”
He was already gaining fame, so if an interview article was posted on Metagamer, he would receive even more attention.
“It’s not just about increasing awareness. It also seems to have practical aspects.”
“Sili?”
“It would be faster to see it for yourself. I’ve selected a few articles.”
Park Joo-ho manipulated the smart link to display a hologram.
[<'V-STAR' Festival Special!> Complete Guide from Streamer Genome]
[<'E4' is now!> Exploring new releases with streamer D'Artagnan!]
[<'TGX' Experience!> A bumper crop of anticipated titles! Let's take a look with streamer Tenori!]
Lee Kyung-bok opened his eyes wide after seeing the listed articles.
“What is this?”
“This is an article about a domestic or international game show. Metagamer writes special articles like this with streamers.”
“Ah, that’s right. If you have a good relationship with Metagamer, there’s another benefit to this. They often invite you to big industry events.”
Choi Byeong-hun nodded from the side. As Metagamer is Korea's number one webzine, it receives invitations from event organizers first.
“It’s probably not fun to just write it in an article format, so they bring in streamers. If they add a little entertainment, it won’t be boring.”
“Does that mean you just pick anyone? That’s not true. We only use people who are proven and free of controversy. It’s like a kind of guarantee check! The ticket is now for you!”
Choi Byeong-hun explained with a sparkle in his eyes. He expressed his wish that they would do an interview, even though he didn't say anything.
“It’s an interview… … .”
There was no particular reaction to Lee Kyung-bok's miracle. If there had been a problem, he would have felt a little discomfort, but there was no sign of that.
“I didn’t ask you to show your face because you have some experience. The interview can be done in the virtual reality studio. I sent you a list of questions. Take a look.”
Park Joo-ho showed a list of questions attached by Metagamer, saying the atmosphere was positive.
The three of them looked at the items together.
“Oh, it doesn’t look like there are any particularly sharp parts.”
“Yes, it was flawless compared to previous interviews.”
“There’s no reason to refuse, but… … .”
Lee Kyung-bok rolled his eyes for a moment, then smiled.
“Let’s do an interview.”
“Yeah, Inma! Good idea!”
“It will definitely help.”
The other two friends were also satisfied with his decision. But Lee Kyung-bok's words did not end there.
“But it wouldn’t be fun if we just did an interview.”
“Just like that?”
"then?"
Lee Kyung-bok revealed his thoughts to two friends who had drawn question marks.
“I think I could use this interview a little bit.”
* * *
Metagamer Editorial Department.
Among them, the team leader in charge of the influencer team was checking his mailbox frequently.
He suddenly raised his head at the sound of a knock at the door.
“Come in.”
“Yes, team leader… … .”
“Did you get a reply from Purple!?”
“Huh? Oh, no. Not yet.”
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He didn't hide his disappointment at the words of the subordinate who came in. He let out a deep sigh when the employee finished his work and left.
“Ha, this is driving me crazy… … .”
The team leader was under more pressure from his superiors than other teams.
The Influencer Team has written many articles on the industry, including 'Streamer Interviews', 'Introduction to Streamers', and 'MCN Tour'.
But now, the material was also drying up.
'This is the problem here. The Galapagosization is too severe.'
Game streamers in particular have become very fixed. Most viewers are already busy watching successful, entertaining broadcasts.
There aren't many viewers who try to discover newbies, and even if they are discovered, there aren't many streamers who can establish themselves steadily.
'Should I really dig into the entertainment industry?'
When we first decided on our team name, it was fortunate that we named ourselves 'Influencers' and not 'Streamers'.
He also used his connections to pave the way for the entertainment industry. As virtual reality became mainstream, celebrities also began to use capsules.
“I have to get this one done… … .”
Purple, who appeared in the midst of all this, was like a shower in a drought. She was a rising star who possessed both talent and popularity.
Moreover, little was known about it, and the public was hungry for information. Now was the perfect time for reporters to step forward.
“Do you know that your value is increasing?”
Usually, when you receive an interview request from Metagamer, you will receive a response immediately after confirmation, or at least within 3 hours.
Even D'Artagnan readily accepted the offer, which was enough to boast about the metagamer's status.
But Purple still remained silent.
'Well, it hasn't even been a month yet, so I guess they'll be careful.'
The team leader considered his position.
Originally, he didn't ask for interviews even when a new star appeared who was gaining attention. Isn't the streaming industry something where you never know when someone who suddenly rises to fame might fall?
“Should I call them directly… … ?”
But purple is different.
The team leader was sure that he was the real deal and not a swindler. He had a feeling that if they could build a good relationship this time, there would be endless news stories to tell in the future.
“No, it won’t work.”
The team leader shook his head.
Now was not the time to just wait. In this industry, the words “first” and “exclusive” had a different meaning. If a competing webzine took the opportunity, it would be too late to regret it.
Right then.
“Team Leader!”
A subordinate came in without knocking. However, the team leader, who saw his expression, did not point out his rudeness.
“Did you get an answer!?”
“Yes! Purple has accepted the interview!”
“Yeah! That’s right!”
The team leader literally burst into laughter. Loud applause and laughter filled the office.
But the staff didn't laugh along.
“But, I have one more thing to tell you.”
“Huh? Why? What is it?”
“Purple requested one condition.”
"……condition?"
The team leader's face hardened in an instant. His head quickly turned.
“Is the compensation too low? Did you get it paid extra? No, that’s not the problem right now. If you raise the payment again, it’ll be too late… …! Tell them I’ll pay for it even if it’s out of pocket.”
The team leader's words quickened in case he changed his mind. But the employee waved his hand in embarrassment.
“Huh? No, no. It’s not about money.”
"then?"
"that is……."
The employee scratched his head with a slightly strange expression, as this was the first time he had received such a request.
“I want to broadcast the interview live.”
“Live?”
The team leader laughed in vain.
“This guy, it looks like he only watches the broadcast.”
Even interviews seemed like broadcast content to him.
* * *
Purple's broadcast time has arrived.
-What's on air today?
-The merger with Genome is over, so are you going to do it again?
-I guess so since there is no separate notice?
-No, you can start a new game right away.
-Really lol, that was originally done in preparation for the merger.
Fans who had gathered in advance were chatting in the chat window. However, it wasn't just fans who had taken up residence there.
-I wish you would give me Elden Soul.
-Ah, haha. Then the dark spirits will come right away.
-If the rotten waters come rushing in, there's really no answer ㅋㅋㅋ
-I wish they would cut it in Newton's Elden Soul too
-Oh lol it looks like it'll be super fun
-Let's go Devaek!
-The entire DevaExmeta team welcomes Purple's joining^^
-Who do you represent as you please?
-If you apply Newton's exorcist and Purple's earth spirit, you will probably become a Buddha.
-I wish you would take a picture of Outlaw Universe tooㅠ
-If you have the physical strength to match Purple's, you can fly even in Ayu ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-That game was originally meant to be played on the go lol
-Since you applied it there, let's apply it to Ayu too!
-Doesn't this person play RPGs well? LoA is fun…
-Let's play Lost Arcana run by Bitbitbit!
-The old men are here too lol
-Students, this is fun^^
-It's a good game that people of the same age can enjoy!
There were also many new viewers who came in after watching the highlight video that was uploaded this time. They filled the chat window with recommendations for the games they each play.
-But I'm a little worried;;
– Newton's seat is coming out, so the next broadcast is coming, so the apology team may come
-Ah, the manager will take care of everything and cut it out, lol
-Really lol the manager is perfect too
Some viewers were concerned about the appearance of the Apple Crew. After Newton's intrusion, the Apple Crew caused a ruckus on the next broadcast of the targeted streamer.
While they were talking so noisily, an intro started playing on the black screen.
-Oh, I do.
-Everyone sit down!
-I'm looking forward to what you'll do lol
-Do whatever you want with Godple!
Meanwhile, the intro ended and Lee Kyung-bok said hello.
“Tha!”
His face was very bright. It was thanks to the number of viewers that had surpassed 3,000 even though it had just started.
“There are more people here today than usual.”
-You are the result of Newton turning the left U-turn.
-I don't see the apple pie guys today.
-Ah lol I guess he couldn't come because he was embarrassed because he was on Newton's seat
-???: What is the justification? It's a list!
-I don't know, maybe he's just lurking ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-Really lol this is the eldest
Contrary to viewers' concerns, no one was making a fuss. Nevertheless, viewers who had been tormented by the tyranny of the Apple Group did not let their guard down.
“Today’s content is not a game. Instead, we have a special guest.”
When the word guest was mentioned, viewers posted question marks in the chat window.
“Now, let’s welcome Metagamer reporter Shin Hye-rim. Please give her a round of applause!”
A woman was captured on screen along with Lee Kyung-bok's words. She bowed her head with a slightly stiff smile.
“Hello. This is Shin Hye-rim from Metagamer, who is in charge of today’s live interview.”
-Interview?
-A metagamer?
-You're doing it live?
-Oh my gosh hahaha, all of a sudden this is crazy!
-Unimaginable content, huh!
-Oh lol At this rate, the apple eater guys won't even be able to stick their heads out.
As they are gamers themselves, they were well aware of the status of the webzine called Metagamer.
“I guess everyone is surprised. I’m grateful that Metagamer asked me to interview you today. But I thought it would be better to have a Q&A session with you all rather than just me.”
“Yes, this is our first time doing a live interview. Unlike previous streamer interviews, today we will be taking questions on-site.”
Shin Hye-rim began to explain with a clear pronunciation, as if the tension had eased slightly.
“We check the chat window without missing a single one so that we don’t miss your voices. We will compile your chats and organize your questions.”
“That’s right. If there are any ‘questions’, we plan to have them verified under Metagamer.”
At those words, laughter spread throughout the chat window.
-Does our Godple have a plan?
– Meta suppressor performance was reduced
-Ah haha I'll watch the broadcast comfortably
While the chat window was filled with laughter, Lee Kyung-bok looked back at the reporter. His face was a bit stiff, as if he had not adapted to the broadcast atmosphere.
“Okay, then let’s begin.”
“Oh, yes yes!”
Lee Kyung-bok began to proceed in her stead. Shin Hye-rim cleared her throat a couple of times and opened her mouth with a smile.
“We’ll start with an interview with Purple, a streamer who is currently very well known, but has many aspects shrouded in mystery.”
-Really lol It's famous but I don't know much about it
-That's how God is originally.
-Oh lol, was it really God?
-Tell me!
Viewers sympathized with the first comment. Shin Hye-rim seemed to have gained confidence from this and her voice became clearer.
“Let’s start with the known part. The first game was Biocrisis. Surprisingly, you saw the true ending in the first playthrough, and the developers responded, right?”
“Yes, I did.”
“With that work, he garnered the attention of gamers both domestically and internationally, and even set a record for reaching 100,000 views on a YouTube channel in the shortest time possible.”
“I woke up and it was like that.”
When Lee Kyung-bok answered calmly, Shin Hye-rim blinked.
-Oh lol, reporter, you can't get used to the feeling of being pushed around lol
-Let's abandon human gaze!
-Ah haha, if you wake up after a short sleep, you'll become a 100,000 Q-Youtuber. What's so hard about that?
-(Gemalcon)(Gemalcon)(Gemalcon)
-It's already 400,000 now lol
The viewers were satisfied, as if they were watching a newbie.
“Yes, but it didn’t end there. The rediscovery of the Mystic League representative troll champion, ‘Yami’, heated up the community again!”
“Oh, is that so?”
Lee Kyung-bok didn't pay much attention to Mystic. Didn't he prepare for a merger with Genome right after finishing the placement test?
-Was it a king?
-Godple released Yami on Mystic!
-Really the next day was hell
-Wherever I go, I see Yami… …
-But there was only one Perfect Yami.
Shin Hye-rim was surprised by his obvious attitude, but continued with her prepared speech.
“Finally, the reason why you’re hot right now! The fact that you’ve won your first ever victory against the infamous ‘Newton’s’ on Gunnerground! And all of this has happened less than a month after you started broadcasting.”
-Actually it's not even a month, it's 3 weeks lol
-Lies! Who would believe this!
-You've completely turned the broadcasting industry upside down.
-Why don't you tell me about the 1 million won?
-Million streamer lol
Lee Kyung-bok smiled at Shin Hye-rim and the viewers' reactions.
“It’s my first win ever, so it’s not really that surprising.”
"yes?"
“No matter how many times we meet in the future.”
Lee Kyung-bok spoke while looking at the camera instead of Shin Hye-rim.
“Because I will win.”
In that confident voice.
-Ah hahaha, put your finger on it!
-I also [per][per][per][per][per][per] the interview.
-Streaming is divided into pre- and post-Purple.
-What are the Old and New Testaments? Lol
-???: We will rewrite history.
-Breaking News) South Korea's date notation system will change, and from today, January 1st, the 1st year of 'Pugh'.
-It's not a secretary, it's a spreader, okay lol
-Doratmanㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-The group of T-shirts got drunk on P-popㅋㅋㅋ
The chat room was filled with cheers.
It was an exciting interview from the start.
Except for one person who is particularly trembling.