Chapter 39 : Ayase’s Naraka Show (1)

The Day of the Naraka Show

Before the Naraka Show begins, there’s something I need to check first.

I log into the Virtual World.

Or, as it’s commonly called, V-World—a virtual reality platform game where players can use customizable avatars to explore various user-created maps and content.

Ayase’s Naraka Show will take place in a custom map within this V-World.

Of course, I’ve played V-World before.

And the reason?

To participate in viewer-participation content.

When it comes to VTubers, almost all viewer-participation content happens in V-World.

Even Ayase herself frequently hosts content like:

Virtual blind dates

Charades

OX quizzes

And many more interactive events

Yet, not once have I ever been selected for any of Ayase’s events.

Some of them didn’t even have that high of a competition rate, but nope—luck just isn’t on my side.

See?

My luck is so horrendously bad that I ended up encountering black smoke while watching a VTuber stream and was forcibly turned into a VTuber myself.

And now, this same unlucky bastard—me—has landed a one-on-one collab with Ayase.

Life sure is full of surprises.

I log into V-World and begin by syncing my virtual avatar with the game’s customization system.

V-World is a god-tier game, allowing seamless integration of avatars with just one click.

This is my first time actually using this feature.

Click.

As soon as I press the button, my virtual avatar is perfectly synchronized with V-World.

…Something feels very wrong.

I test my controls, moving the avatar using the keyboard.

It moves.

Each strand of hair flows naturally.

And my insanely large chest bounces up and down with terrifying realism.

Wait a damn second.

Is this a frame rate bug?

V-World only supports up to 60 FPS.

But my avatar alone… is moving at 240 FPS.

No—scratch that, 480 FPS.

It moves with an absurd, hyper-realistic smoothness—as if it has transcended the game’s physics engine itself.

Even though I’m not wearing a full-tracking device, my fingers articulate down to every single joint with perfect precision.

There’s only one possible explanation for this.

The Omnia Archive Program.

Because I linked my virtual avatar through this software, this is happening.

…OT21.

Right.

Because the Omnia Archive Program isn’t human-made software—

It’s divine technology.

At this point, I shouldn’t even be surprised.

But this?

This is too much.

At this rate, I’ll be doomed before the Naraka Show even starts.

Sensing the imminent catastrophe, I shut my eyes and pray to the one responsible—

O Radiant Starlit Lord, What the hell kind of program did you create?

This is unacceptable.

This is over-technology.

This is an anomaly.

If you’re going to run a company, at least manage your VTubers properly!

Please.

Normalize this.

“…Did it work?”

I hesitantly open my eyes, only to see my avatar still boasting an ungodly frame rate.

…I was a fool to hope.

I check the Omnia Archive Program again, wondering if my avatar sync went wrong somehow—

And that’s when I spot it.

A setting labeled “Frame Rate Limit.”

Was this always here?

No way. I would’ve noticed.

Did the Radiant Starlit Lord just now patch this in real-time because of my desperate prayer?

I don’t know.

But I immediately toggle the setting and re-sync my avatar.

I don’t bother restricting the full-tracking feature—only the frame rate needs adjusting.

And then—

Yes.

This is it.

The beautifully choppy movement of a proper 60 FPS.

This is normal.

O Radiant Starlit Lord, you are truly the god of normalization!

THUD!

“GAAAHK—”

…Wait.

Cancel that.

Not the god of normalization.

Uh.

Maybe… the god of archives?

The god of virtuality?

Or, if nothing else…

The god of blasphemy?

Speaking of which, O Radiant Starlit Lord—

At this point, I seriously need to ask…

What exactly are you?

What Kind of God Are You?

THUD!

“Guegh—!”

…A silent answer.

Don’t ask.

Understood.

Just as I was recovering from that strange divine warning, a notification appeared—an invitation from Ayase.

Map name: “Ayase’s Naraka Show.”

I took a deep breath to steady myself and accepted the invitation.

Welcome to the Abyss

As I entered the map, I was immediately greeted by a deep red background—the color of Naraka itself.

Ayase was already there, waiting for me with a bright smile, fully prepared for the show.

“Jia-nim, have you been well?”

“Ah, hello, Ayase-nim!”

“Oh my, you even came in full tracking gear?”

“Uh… Was I not supposed to?”

“Of course not! If anything, that’s even better!”

After exchanging a brief greeting, Ayase quickly went over the rules.

“Since you already know the basics, I’ll keep this simple.”

What is Ayase’s Naraka Show?

A high-stakes quiz show where VTuber guests must answer extreme either-or questions.

Despite being known as the epitome of wholesomeness, Ayase, during the Naraka Show, undergoes a complete transformation—embracing her dark side.

In other words, the question’s difficulty is through the roof.

Many times, while watching her stream, I wondered, “Is this even allowed?”

So yeah. You can imagine just how intense this is going to be.

Of course, guests aren’t required to answer every question.

They can refuse.

However—if they choose to remain silent, the donation amount in their name drops significantly.

For example:

Answer a question → 1 million won donated in your name

Refuse to answer → Only 10,000 won donated

Sure, donation is about the heart, not the amount.

But still—bigger donations are always better.

In all 15 previous Naraka Show episodes, not a single VTuber managed to answer every question.

That alone is proof of just how brutal this show is.

But I Will Do It.

No matter what happens—I will answer every single question.

Why?

Because unlike other VTubers…

I was born in the dark.

This is the privilege of a true underground VTuber.

For the first time in history—

Behold the birth of the first VTuber to clear every single question on the Naraka Show!

The Show Begins

Naraka Show, Episode 16!

Today’s guest…

A devoted follower of the Radiant Starlit Lord, a VTuber cultist—

Ijia-nim!

WAAAAHHHHHH—!!!

The Chat Explodes

Jia noonaaaaaaa!!!

OMG, cultist VTuber incoming!!

THE BIG ONE HAS ARRIVED!!!!!

Hello Hello Hello Hello Hello Hello!!!

This too must be the blessing of the Radiant Starlit Lord…

Yo, what’s up with that avatar quality??

Came in with full-tracking? lmao

Wait, Jia noona has full-tracking?!

Damn, Omnia Archive really spoils their VTubers.

Corporate VTuber (actually, not).

One thing about streaming—viewer interaction is everything.

A massive electronic billboard in the Naraka Show map was linked to Ayase’s chat, allowing me to see everything in real time.

So this is what the guest’s perspective looks like, huh?

The Naraka Show’s Opening Ritual

A classic tradition:

Ask AI who Ijia is and read out its absurd response.

Question: Who is Ijia?

Answer: Ijia is a male VTuber from South Korea…

Wait. Wait. Wait. Wait. WAIT.

An internet streamer known for a variety of content, he is a former pro gamer and a member of the Omnia Archive team. His insane reflexes and godlike skills—

The Chat Erupts in Chaos

MALE VTUBER?? LMAO

Male?

That’s one hell of a “male” to have a divine-level chest…

Former pro gamer??

CAP

No way, have you seen Ijia play?

She’s absolute garbage at games.

What ex-pro??

An Immediate Crisis

So… am I a male VTuber or a female VTuber?

Biologically, I’m female.

But my gender identity is definitely male.

…AI, you little shit.

Do you have hidden cameras in my house or something?

As soon as the AI finished its answer, Ayase turned to me with a mischievous glint in her eyes.

“Ijia-ssi… are you male?”

“…No.”

“The Naraka Show begins!”

BAM BAM BAM BAM—!!!

The show’s grand opening theme blared through the speakers.

Ah.

I hate this already.

Never in my life did I think I’d be forced to deny my own masculinity.

A Professional to the Core

One thing is certain—

Ayase is, without a doubt, one of the most professional VTubers out there.

And now…

Let’s see if I can survive.

The Naraka Show Begins

Ayase, who was usually known for her warm and gentle tone that could brighten anyone’s day, suddenly changed completely.

As soon as the Naraka Show started, her voice turned harsh, authoritative, and rigid—almost like an entirely different person had taken over.

“Ijia-ssi, before we officially begin, I’d like to express my gratitude.”

“Huh? Uh… why?”

“I heard that you’ve been a regular viewer of my streams. Is that true?”

“Of course it is! Absolutely!”

Oh, I had a lot to say about this topic.

As soon as Ayase’s name came up, I got way too excited and started rambling.

“There’s no one—literally NO ONE—who has watched more of Ayase-nim’s streams than I have! Last year alone, Ayase streamed for 2,400 hours! And me? I—”

Wait for it.

Wait for it.

“I watched 2,358 hours of it!”

Chat Explodes

????

2,358 hours???

This person is actually insane

That’s gotta be top 3 in watch time, no joke.

No way. Is this real?

I proudly slammed my divine credentials onto the table.

“I swear upon the name of the Radiant Starlit Lord—NO LIES! After this stream, I’ll take a screenshot with my username hidden and post proof on Ayase’s fan café. This is my solemn vow to my fellow devoted followers!”

Ah.

Um.

Maybe I got a little too passionate.

I couldn’t help it—talking about Ayase’s streams lit a fire in my soul.

But before I could fully regain my composure, Ayase suddenly struck.

“Let’s move on to the first question!”

[First Question]

Ayase Mitsuko and the Radiant Starlit Lord fall into the water at the same time.

Who do you save first?

You must choose one answer.

A: Save Ayase first.

B: Save the Radiant Starlit Lord first.

BAM-BAM BAM BAM-BAM!

The dramatic game shows music blasted through the speakers.

“Please answer now!”

Chat Descends into Madness

LMAO WTF IS THIS QUESTION

Why the hell would a GOD fall into the water???

Isn’t this an automatic setting??

Wait, can gods even DROWN??

If a god drowns, do they just… die??

My breath caught in my throat.

Sweat trickled down my forehead.

What kind of question is this?

Starting off this strong?

But despite how ridiculous it was, I didn’t hesitate for long.

This was an obvious choice.

There was only one correct answer.

“Answer: A! Save Ayase first!”

Ayase narrowed her eyes, pressing further.

“And the reason?”

I responded instantly, as if it was the most logical thing in the world.

“Because the Radiant Starlit Lord is a god. A god can swim just fi—”

THUD!

“GUEGH—”

THUD!

“GAH—”

THUD! THUD! THUD! THUD!

“UGH—ACK—GUH—KEUGH—”

Six consecutive divine punishments.

I gasped for air, clutching my chest.

Ayase, completely unfazed, continued watching me with a perfectly neutral expression.

Meanwhile, my mind was screaming.

WHAT THE HELL?!

You’re a GOD.

WHY ARE YOU SO PETTY?!

The Naraka Show had barely started.

And I was already getting my ass kicked by a deity.

This is going to be hell.