Chapter 58 : Art Competition (3)

South America was currently checking the post.

It was to check the list of players to draft as a coach.

‘As expected, most of them are VTubers, huh?’

There were solo VTubers as well as VTubers who debuted as groups.

Well, among VTubers, Eungtae’s popularity was sky-high.

Since most content was designed so VTubers could participate, it made sense.

‘Hmm…’

First, let me see.

Choosing is better than confirming, right?

What are the tiers and positions of the iLive members?

I took a quick look.

Luckily, all five of them were currently playing as a group.

‘Let me see… hmm… unfortunately, Rino must be excluded.’

The youngest member Rino’s position in iLive was a healer.

I initially planned to pick a high-tier healer, so it was unfortunate, but I excluded her.

I decided to focus on dealers or tanks.

Here, Saeum’s aim looks good.

‘That probably means she’s very popular.’

I decided to keep Saeum for now, and if Saeum can’t be selected, the next candidate is… uh, hmm…?

‘Ah, I thought wrong.’

No, Rino should be the first priority.

I could tell from her gameplay.

Rino’s healing aim as a female soldier was impressive.

Maybe she shouldn’t be considered a healer, but rather a dealer?

‘Let me check this later.’

Next, I looked at the post for participants applying.

It was complicated because I had to rank first and second priorities by position.

To prepare for unforeseen events, I should probably set up to the fourth priority.

And each by position as well.

In other words, I needed to pick a total of 12 candidates for now.

Since there were many applicants, it might take a while.

‘I have to be on the healer line…’

Still, Eungtae picked directors famous as dealers or tanks for proper balance.

The directors planned to take healer positions.

Moreover, the heroes the directors can use are limited to either Time Mage or Angel.

This was a rule to balance skill levels.

So now, I had to decide:

‘Which position should I assign lower-tier players to?’

By lower tier, I meant Gold and Silver, of course.

A few days later.

On a stage resembling a VRChat awards ceremony,

Eungtae appeared wearing an avatar and shouted:

“Alright! Everyone has been waiting! The draft opening ceremony starts now!!”

-Wooaaah!!

oo donated 1,000 won!

[I’ll fill the audio, bro. Wooooaaaahhh!]

“Hehehe, thanks for filling the audio. Honestly, I never expected this to get this big just from planning. The directors must be busy practicing

for the tournament, so I really appreciate them accepting the offer. Well, no need for long talks. Let’s start by introducing the directors. First,

when you think of monkeys, this is the guy, right? The pillar of Heavies, the main tank of Heavies, Soseong! Please come out!”

“Hello. I’m Soseong, the captain of Heavies.”

Soseong bowed slightly as he came out on stage.

He was the first team director.

No other than the Monkey Man master and pillar of Heavies, Soseong.

Eungtae spoke to him.

“Wow… I never thought you’d accept this offer, Soseong. I’ve been really impressed by your matches.”

“Ah, thank you as well. Honestly, I didn’t expect Eungtae to make such an offer. I heard you’re a Pandemic fan?”

“I am, but I play Monkey Man a lot when I play Time Click. I always watch your play for reference and wanted to pick you for sure.”

“Oh, that’s an honor. I often watch your broadcasts too.”

oo donated 1,000 won!

[Rumor says this is a conspiracy to disrupt Heavies team practice]

-Gasp!

-Lol

-Oh no, don’t say that

“Hehe, no, that can’t be true. I genuinely like Soseong, so don’t spread weird conspiracies. Next, although not a pro, he’s a ninja master,

right? Introducing! Rank 43 ninja master, Murz!”

“Hello, I’m Murz.”

Ninja master and mutuber Murz.

He often appeared in ninja mad movies.

He had refused several pro offers.

His skills were well proven just by his rank.

Eungtae said:

“The reason we hired Murz as a director is obvious to everyone. He’s actually great at game management, more than just ninja.”

“Well, it’s a bit awkward to say myself, but I get a lot of feedback.”

“Yes, your game sense is amazing. You explain details that we can’t even grasp.”

Murz was known as a ninja master, but his main content was user feedback and tournament video analysis.

His detailed analysis proved his deep understanding of Time Click.

“I prepared many strategies for today.”

“Wow… I’m really looking forward to it. I hope you get the players you want for those strategies. Next up, if Heavies has Soseong, Millenium

has this guy! Main tank Danding, come on out!”

Millenium’s main tank Danding.

A player famous for his aim.

His tournament video where he chased ninja until the end was still a hot topic.

Danding came out and said:

“Hello. I’m Danding, main tank of Millenium.”

“Hehe, I never imagined you’d accept the offer.”

“I have a reason.”

“A reason? What is it?”

“Revenge.”

His gaze turned to the back of the stage.

Looking at the one director who had not yet appeared.

Eungtae smiled cheerfully and spoke:

“Hahaha! Ah, I see. I watched that video many times. You showed amazing skills but lost sadly, right?”

“Yes. Although I’ll lead as a healer, I want to definitely beat that person.”

“Wow, that competitive spirit is really impressive for a pro. Shall we bring that person out now? You can’t not know this person when you

think of Time Click. The first to reach 5000 points in Time Click! The game goddess loved by Bolvod! The only one with the title [The One]! It

may sound biased, but it’s all fact! Come on out! Blue Art’s 1st generation, Nanmi!”

I moved my fingers on the keyboard and stepped towards the stage.

My avatar, which looked exactly like me, moved towards the stage.

Three directors looked at me.

I smiled and opened my mouth:

“Hi there~ I’m Nanmi.”

-Nanmi up!

Someone said:-“Nanmi’s real crazy point is her reaction speed. She changes her judgment in a split second. That’s why I died without even reacting.”

Actually, it was Murz next to her who said this.

During Nanmi’s 5000 point record.

Back then, Murz actually met Nanmi as an opponent under a secondary account.

After the game, he uploaded a replay analysis video.

-“That’s not a human reaction speed. Is it superpower?”

If Nanmi heard that, she might have been a bit startled.

Anyway, Murz couldn’t help but look at Nanmi with admiration.

Before the draft started, Murz sat in the director’s seat and said to Nanmi:

“Um, Nanmi.”

“Yes?”

“Could I get your autograph?”

Eungtae, watching the transparent conversation, said:

“I wonder if she’ll sign for me too?”

oo donated 1,000 won!

[Actually, the official reason Eungtae invited her was to get her autograph]

-Lol

Just in case, Eungtae quietly whispered:

“Nanmi.”

“Hmm? Where are you?”

“I’m transparent so you can’t see me.”

“Oh, I see.”

“Can I get your autograph too?”

Is this a skit?

Hmm… I’m a bit nervous and can’t think of what to say.

Nanmi just said:

“Um… can you send it by courier?”

“Oh, that would be great, thank you.”

“Thanks to you too. I guess later people would pay but still not get your autograph.”

Oh my, you keep flattering me, it’s embarrassing.

I said:

“Hehe, then please autograph for Eungtae too.”

“My autograph? Hmm… I don’t really have one, but how about a cushion with my face on it?”

“Ah, okay then.”

“Haha, thanks.”

“Uh… Nanmi, I have nothing to give. Should I give money?”

“Murz, if you give an autograph, I’ll gladly accept.”

“Huh! That’s too generous! Instead, I’ll just give you a chicken gift card.”

“Oh, I’m even more grateful. I’ll eat it well.”

After that conversation ended, the next person to come over was Soseong.

“Nanmi, long time no see.”

“Hello, Soseong.”

“You really helped a lot last time.”

“Hmm?”

What help did Nanmi give Soseong?

“Oh, I shouldn’t say this on the broadcast.”

“Did you help somehow?”

Eungtae came over and asked Soseong.

Soseong smiled and said:

“This is really a secret. If you’re curious, watch the tournament.”

“Wait, that means…”

Did Nanmi give advice or techniques useful for the tournament?

“The tournament is next week, right?”

“Ah, precisely, I plan to show it in the finals.”

“Wow… so you’re confident about making the finals. Looking forward to it.”

“Yes.”

Lastly, Danding spoke to Nanmi:

“Nanmi.”

“Ah, hello Danding.”

“Yes. Hello. By the way, who do you plan to pick?”

“Um…”

“Ah, keeping it a secret?”

“No, I just researched many candidates.”

“Wow… you prepared thoroughly.”

“Yes.”

“This tournament looks really exciting. Let’s have a good match.”

“Looking forward to it.”

After the short conversation ended:

“Ready, Eungtae.”

Hearing the staff’s words, Eungtae spoke:

“Alright! Then let’s officially start the draft!”