Starting as a Manga Editor-Chapter 220: Curiosity

"Any recent movements from Avalon?"
At the same time.
Jiuxiao.
Shen Lun routinely inquired about the competitor's situation from Yan Yun.
As the helmsman of Jiuxiao, it might seem unreasonable at first glance for him to obsess over a mobile game daily.
But Yan Yun understood perfectly.
Having followed Shen Lun for so long, he knew his boss's philosophy well—in business, leave no breathing room for competitors!
Moreover, Jiuxiao's recent failed overseas expansion had been a heavy blow...
Coupled with hitting bottlenecks in their PC gaming division and increasing pressure from rival companies of similar scale.
For the entire last year,
Jiuxiao's gaming revenue had been declining, with each quarter's drop more severe than the last.
This was an alarming trend. Overseas markets were supposed to be their new growth avenue, but that plan had failed.
After the overseas setback, the boss attempted to revitalize their PC games.
Unfortunately, the results were disappointing, with Q4's financial s looking particularly grim.
Shen Lun desperately needed a new growth narrative to appease shareholders.
And his current focus was mobile gaming.
This explained his intense interest in FGO—he was determined to conquer this space.
"Nothing particularly noteworthy."
Yan Yun shook his head, then suddenly remembered something: "Oh... our insider mentioned they're preparing some livestream event internally. But since ANF is leading it, he couldn't get more details."
"Livestream?"
Shen Lun looked surprised: "Game-related?"
His guard immediately went up.
Avalon rarely made moves, but each one struck with precision. Last time, FGO's explosive growth came from their razor-sharp operations and narrative marketing that carved open the anime mobile game market.
And now, another livestream?
"Likely."
Yan Yun hesitated before replying: "But whether it's FGO-related remains unclear... The FGO team seems quiet, while their card game shows constant activity. My guess is they're announcing something about that?"
"Oh? So they've learned challenging Jiuxiao head-on is suicidal."
Shen Lun appeared to reach some conclusion, relaxing with a smile: "Preparing a second game to avoid direct competition, eh? A card game... Seems Avalon's leadership has bought into their own hype about being visionary."
Yan Yun nodded: "I agree... Should we take any action?"
"No need..."
Shen Lun initially dismissed the idea, seeing no threat from such foolish competitors. But remembering FGO's rise, he reconsidered: "Actually, once their livestream date is set, we'll counter with reveals about our new game—gameplay footage and those famous voice actors we've signed."
"Understood."
Yan Yun acknowledged without expression change.
"Good."
Satisfied, Shen Lun quickly moved on from Avalon: "Also, prepare our other two mobile games. While we're targeting FGO and Avalon now, remember—our goal isn't just replacement."
"I understand. We're implementing a premium strategy to dominate specific genres."
"Exactly. The mobile market is ours for the taking. Jiuxiao will massively expand into mobile gaming, starting with the gacha model FGO pioneered!"
Shen Lun nodded slowly, his ambition flaring: "But this is just the beginning! Just one genre! We'll expand into other segments—especially dominant markets like RPGs, then shooters, action, sports, racing... The mobile market has limitless potential! Avalon can't be the pioneer—they're unworthy and incapable of claiming major shares."
"But Jiuxiao can! Within two years, when players think anime gacha games, they'll think Stellar Ode first. When they think mobile gaming, they'll think Jiuxiao!"
Yan Yun felt stirred by this vision, his voice trembling slightly: "Excellent!"
Though privately,
His aspirations weren't as grand.
He simply calculated—if FGO alone generated such profits, imagine Jiuxiao's potential earnings...
As for Avalon? Both men had already dismissed them from mind.
A livestream?
Let them have their little show.
Neither considered that
Jiuxiao's ambitions... might mirror Tang Yao's own.
And that Avalon's livestream... might involve more than just Hearthstone.
...
"Huh? Rin Tohsaka?"
The same day.
Jian Yinghua had just opened ANF when a familiar figure caught his eye on the banner ad.
Having completed the crossover event, he'd grown fond of FGO and its characters—especially the tsundere twin-tailed aristocrat Rin Tohsaka.
Spotting her artwork on the banner,
His attention was instantly captured.
What's this?
Curious, Jian clicked through to ANF's specially prepared teaser page.
Upon loading,
Special effects bloomed across his screen as Rin's virtual avatar "jumped" out—more accurately, her Live2D model animated to life.
She playfully flicked her twin tails before striking a pose,
While promotional text gradually appeared:
[Avalon Anniversary Celebration! Virtual Idol Rin Tohsaka's Livestream Debut!]
[ANF Gaming Section—Multiple New Titles Revealed!]
[May 7th, 8PM! Stay Tuned!]
"......"
After reading, Jian blinked in surprise before studying the Live2D model again.
Rin occasionally adjusted her hair or winked, startlingly lifelike.
Her usual school uniform and thigh-highs were replaced by idol-style attire—white-dominated with a dark red skirt highlighting her porcelain legs.
...Incredibly detailed.
This wasn't in the game, was it? Custom-made?
Though confused, Jian found himself increasingly enchanted by this version of Rin.
"No wonder everyone says Avalon gets what otakus want. I'm convinced now."
Muttering to himself, he couldn't resist clicking the interactive model before re-examining the promo text: "But how will this livestream work? Voice actor appearance?"
Scrolling down,
He discovered the reservation button and game previews.
Huh?
Jian paused at the variety of game screenshots above the button.
This wasn't just one title.
The art styles varied wildly:
Minimalist floating pink-purple staircases spiraling around an inverted indigo spire, forming a Möbius strip with a tiny white-hatted figure caught between architectural behemoths, their robe fluttering dramatically.
Turn-based combat with characters in tactical formations, ink painting-style skill indicators above their portraits.
And... a card game?
The final image showed anime-style beauties engaged in card battles.
His curiosity burned brighter.
What games are these? Are they showcasing all of them?
How does Avalon have such output?
And what exactly is this special stream? Actual voice actors?
Simply put—he was hooked.
So when his cursor hovered over that reservation button,
He clicked without hesitation.
This livestream in three days?
Absolutely must-watch!
And at that moment,
Countless other ANF users shared identical thoughts after seeing the promo.
In under thirty minutes,
The upcoming stream's hype had already ignited!