>>3798954I don't have to assume anything, you're the one having a meltdown when it's pointed out that vtubers aren't exactly a normal interest.
A lot of fandoms grow "organically" and keep themselves in check through gatekeeping giga-autists or just by having a limited scope of appeal. Something like 40k can afford "normal" fans who are hobbyists who enjoy the game and setting alongside DEATHCORPS SO FUCKING AWESOME 4 TEH EMPRAH DUDE DO YOU WATCH TTS? fans because the autists are regulated to the sidelines or forced to control themselves (somewhat) to interact with people in a social environment.
Vtubers on the other hand, like all streamers, depend on drawing people into the community because that's where all their money comes from. It's different from a community around a hobby because it's not just a sideline to the enjoyment of the actual thing (40k, modelling, sports activities that require a load of expensive gear, fashion communities...) they're all about drawing people into "le rabbit hole" to make more dosh. You can even buy people subscriptions on twitch and I can't imagine anything more annoying than a "friend" obligating you to enjoy something with money and guilt.
Frankly I think if you try and force vtubers onto other people you're not only annoying and lacking in social awareness, you're a useful idiot for the mill side of the industry.
