I am once again in front of you, begging on my knees to attend an Utapri concert
So, basically, I have a code to enter the ticket lottery for Utapri Star Treasure Moonshine, but can't apply on Eplus without a Japanese phone number (etc).
As you may or may not remember, thanks to the help of some followers here back in 2019/2020 I hit for tickets to 7th Stage and had my whole trip planned, but wasnt able to attend due to the cancellation, reschedule, and covid travel restrictions.
The contact who let me use their Japanese phone number a few years ago is no longer living in Japan, so if anyone has a working eplus account/japanese phone number and would be able to help me out please let me know! Whether someone with a Japanese phone number is able to coordinate with me on my Eplus account, or if you're appplying on your own Eplus account and can enter my code in the lottery along with your own (although im unsure of the process this time regarding the application and ID checks) I'd be eternally grateful, and if my code hits for tickets I can try to pay you a bit, ship you some concert merch, or do an art/design commission for your troubles! Of course I would pay for the ticket cost as well.
Likewise, if anyone ends up with an extra ticket and would be comfortable giving it to me I would be happy to pay! I hate to sound desperate, but Ive been a fan Utapri for 12 years so I was really devastated when my 7th stage plans fell through.
Main girl needs to file ten restraining orders against guy who was a cat
Main girl’s endlessly surprised things exist in front of her
Dropdown cockblocking trauma skull
Inserting a CD's treated like a bomb countdown and a guy breaks his wrist
Everyone circles in unison as galactic energy rings
"I want you to be the only one to hear my song." Broadcasts on a giant screen on the side of a building
Opening blimp propeller sets your cherry blossom chest blunder fantasies into motion and takes them away
Seniors are the gurus of inverse fuck-giving
Montages of throat sounds
"We should start moving forward together again." Everyone steps in different directions
New group crashes concert at 25,000 Kelvin, explosions punctuating every 30 foot backflip and Falcon kick while singing about pleasure, snap a Do Not Be Afraid dragon into existence and annihilate unbeliever's souls with fire Hell'd envy
Live Emotion Game Introduction 1 - Live Performances
Out first proper look at Utapri's upcoming mobile game, Live Emotion is here!
The game is now confirmed as a rhythm game, and a short preview of the beatmaps has been showcased in a brand new clip.
As described on the official twitter account:
In Live Emotion, you can play rhythm games and enjoy concerts. The idols will show off their brilliant performances in songs with live music videos, and in these music videos you will be able to change their outfits to costumes you have obtained during gameplay.
Further analysis below:
This matches up with the original preview image for Live Emotion, in which we can see the memebers of Starish realised in 3D looking out into an audience of fans and getting ready to perform. 3D dance visuals during songs has been a common element used in many rhythm games since Shining Live's release.
Dance:
In the new clip, we can see Starish wearing outfits from the promotional art for the game (likely the initial 'UR cards' or equivalent) and performing their new group song from the Live Emotion Theme Song CD, 'Kirameki Emotion.' As with other similar games, there is possibly an option with less camera movement to negate potential motion sickness from long play sessions. The models used for Starish look the same/similar to those used in the recent 3D concerts (Song Parade, All Star Stage Music Universe, etc).
Beatmap Style:
As seen in this clip, there are only 2 rhythm icons, (one on the left and one on the right) compared to Shining Live's 6. It is likely that this is an easy level of the song, and higher difficulties (hard, expert etc) will have more challenge with faster beatmaps, more touch types (swipe, tap, hold etc) and potentially more rhythm icons. The same tap noises from Shining Live are used.
User Interface:
The score gauge in the top left (including ranks C, B, A, and S), and energy meter, and pause button in the top right are similar to Shining Live's layout.
Special Time Gauge:
At the bottom of the screen is a 'Special Time Gauge' that raises with every rhythm icon hit (possible only perfects). Unknown what exactly this affects.
If you notice anything else, let me know! Otherwise it looks like we can look forward to mroe clips like this soon!
synopsis: Quiet evenings are your and Ren’s favorite thing.
# tags: scenario; current trelationship; slice of life; romance; fluff; doing a haircut; touch; warm hands; pet names; sfw
includes: female reader ft. ren jinguji {uta no prince-sama}
You've finished the last piece of your fiancé’s new haircut while adding some white accessories to it. Ren’s long hair was perfect for you to practice doing different hairstyles; braids, buns, high ponytails, curls, waves... His hair was always delicate and smelled of coconut shampoo and raspberry lotion.
The man, of course, couldn’t complain about such care – your warm hands, calm touch, sometimes even a scalp or neck massage were salvation for him after a long day of work or quick training. Your presence, the characteristic aura hovering around you, your light scent of baked apple or mint mist was... perfect. He loved it.
“... I finished, my love.” You smiled, and the man finally opened his both eyes looking at his reflection in the mirror that proudly hung in your huge, light bedroom.
“Oh gosh.” He said in surprise, observing every strand on his head carefully, then looked at you enchanted. “I look great, huh? Tell me.”
“Best in the world, sir.” You admitted with a slight chuckle on your heart, and the fair-haired man looked at the hairstyle one more time, gently touching it with his fingertips. Not wanting to ruin his hairdo, he removed his hand and then turned to you; his lips moved to your forehead and after a moment you felt a hot kiss on your skin.
“Thank you, baby.” A short while later, you felt another sweet kiss, but this time it was a quick but tender kiss right on the lips. The young man’s scent instantly hit your nose, and you melted under the short caress. At the very end, you felt only a gentle touch on your left cheek and the top of your head, and then Ren pulled away from you, rising from the white, soft carpet. “I’ll make us supper. Rest a bit, dove. Okay?”
You nodded, getting under the covers and turning on your phone.
While you were watching TikTok, Ren was preparing the two of you sandwiches with your favorite ingredients and two teas with a beautiful, distinct aroma. Evening like evening; a quiet routine was best for you.
previous day ; ritsuka uenoyama from given ♡ next day ; layla serizawa from trapnest
So if you haven't heard then allow me to give you the skinny
This is an article that was posted a few days ago and it was about a "Game App" that Broccoli was working on...yes you heard that part right because this one ISN'T under the control (to the best we know) of KLab whom currently still runs the JP server for Shining Live.
Now what is fascinating about this is we have only the one screenshot in the post (which is also on Broccoli's Press Release) with STARISH standing on a stage. I THINK (and I could be wrong) but I think these costumes come out of "Maji Love 2000%" which is INTERESTING if you know anything about "Start Dates" for the Anime seasons
See the Date for "Maji Love 2000%" was April 8th of 2013 and this image was posted on April 14th of 2023...yes friends this is literally around the 10th Anniversary of that season!
I find it fascinating that they are actively doing a callback to that season in their own way but then again when you also think about the fact that they are also going to be incorporation "Raging Entertainment" now its gonna be a lot of fun!
Yes kids...HEAVENS makes their official game debut!
Now we have to ask some questions
1. Visual Novel or Rhythm game?
If you ask me I think this will be another Rhythm Game BUT I think they will take the approach that Happy Elements does when it comes to EnStars in that they are going to do long chapters with segments voice acted per usual. I also think however that the story will actually lead to something (The UtaPri Awards Showdown. SSS ,or maybe a new contest) so that the game doesn't feel "Aimless" which was a big criticism of mine
2. How would songs unlock?
If this is a Rhythm game I think we are going to see more of the Happy Elements approach in that songs will be unlocked after events and that there maybe be other ways too (like the equivalent of a "Live Fes" from EnStars). so there is that also.
3. If It's not a Rhythm Game at first could we see "Idol Training game"?
Oh sure! Like since we have Shining and Raging Entertainment its not out of the possibility to see that happen. Like literally in EnStars (Basic and Music) there is "Yumenosaki Academy" and "Reimei" so if we go the route of a game like "ES Basic"...sign me up!
If you notice that I am using the "Happy Elements" approach its because of the fact that they OWN their games so they don't have to ask for permission to get songs from someone. I think that might have been a problem for Shining Live a little bit because KLab never owned the content for it. I imagine having to ask for permission a lot is quite the tab
Now the big thing is this
When does it release?
We just really heard about this a few days ago so I suspect that we'll not hear about it again (at least in terms of a title) in June when the 13th Anniversary happens. At that time (if we do hear about it then) I suspect the name and game format to be explained and (POSSIBLY) the "Sunset" of SL for the JP server. I only say "Possible" because it still has a lot of players but again this is all speculation on my part.
If you ask me about Dolce Vita...I still think that game could be announced also but then Broccoli would have to think about this:
If you announce Dolce Vita that HAS to be the only game announcement for the year. You CAN announce the name of the new Game App but I wouldn't announce a release date because people might be more interested in Dolce Vita honestly.
I also think that if they do announce that this new game is a Rhythm game and people don't get a proper update on Dolce Vita then there is gonna be a problem. We know about the "BackPri" issue and how that didn't go well with people so I could see that being a real PR issue if something isn't said about DV
Anywho fam that is all I have for right now but I am curious to what you think about this because I am really hyped no matter WHAT it turns out to be...not gonna lie I'll be happy as hell if we get a new rhythm game but sad if that means getting rid of Shining Live altogether.
Take care fam and talk to you again soon