🧙 ASMR Creators Build Fantasy Worlds

CREATOR ECONOMY NEWSLETTER

Issue #70 | September 27, 2022

ASMR and cosplaying may seem like completely separate online niches, but a subsect of creators prove that they’re more of a natural fit than you might think. The therapeutic qualities of ASMR combined with your favorite fictional comfort characters make for a relaxing, immersive experience that leaves audiences wanting more. From healers to PokĂ©mon trainers to completely new characters invented by these creators, ASMR cosplayers are building impressive fantasy worlds that take escapism to a whole new level. Passionfruit contributor Amel Ghani spoke to a few cosplaying ASMR YouTubers about their work, their most difficult characters, and why people love this blend of content.

– Daysia Tolentino, Passionfruit Editor

THE HIGHLIGHT

From ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Star Wars’, these cosplaying ASMR creators craft immersive experiences for their audiences

“You feel like you’re talking with your favorite characters, part of your favorite fictional worlds. What’s not to love?”

By Amel Ghani, Passionfruit Contributor

Whisperwind ASMR in Pokemon Nurse Joy cosplay, Amy Kay ASMR in Sith Star Wars cosplay, Gibi ASMR in Princess Zelda cosplay from Zelda on purple to pink gradient Passionfruit Remix

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ONE GREAT TIP

“I learned early on that I can’t rely on just one stream of income. So you know, I do speaking on top of YouTube; I sell merch; Patreon; sponsors.”

— YouTuber Kat Blaque on monetization. Read more in our June 2022 interview.

TIPS & TRICKS

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Comedian Charlotte Dobre discusses social media techniques, analytics, policies, and more

“I’ve learned there’s a lot of ways to reevaluate your content to combat the restrictions”

By Grace Stanley, Passionfruit Reporter

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TOOLS REVIEW

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4 powerful software options for streaming

Finding a live streaming software that works well for you may require some trial and error.

By Rachel Kiley, Passionfruit Contributor

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IN THE BIZ

  • Starting on Oct. 18, Twitch will ban streaming of unlicensed gambling websites. Some sites included in the ban are Rollbit.com, Stake.com, Duelbets.com, and Roobet.com.
  • Amid reductions to Twitch’s creator revenue shares, the company’s senior vice president of global creators, Constance Knight, left the company. (via Bloomberg)
  • The U.S. and TikTok have drafted a preliminary agreement to resolve national security concerns over the Chinese-owned social media app. (via the New York Times)

TIKTOK MADE ME DO IT

Here’s your sign to make your own hummus.

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