Eri James

Eri James is a male Malaysian VTuber who made his debut on May 11, 2019. He identifies as an underpaid graphics designer and part-time VTuber. He speaks mainly in English, but he sometimes switched to Malay, Japanese and Mandarin to communicate with his viewers. Eri is well-known for his captivating streams featuring story-driven games like adventure RPGs and visual novels. Notably, in October 2019, he, alongside Eisu and Okami CoreGX, co-founded the vibrant community of Malaysian VTubers, fostering an open and supportive space for fellow creators.

Profile
''Unaware of his true nature, he is the reincarnation of Kondiu, the ancient Eagle Deity from Kadazandusun mythology. Rediscovering his powers, he safeguards humanity alongside others facing similar destinies, battling Rogons—malevolent spirits. By day, he works as a graphic designer, while venturing into VTubing at night, hoping to uncover the mysteries of his past and forge meaningful connections.''

Personality
Eri James is a charismatic and multifaceted content creator known for his unique personality and engaging approach. In casual conversations, he exudes a laid-back and easy-going vibe, making everyone feel at ease around him. When it comes to event streams, he truly shines, infusing his content with boundless energy and a sense of fun that captivates his audience. Eri's critical and analytical nature sets him apart, as he fearlessly delves into various topics, providing insightful commentary and thought-provoking insights. Although he refrains from using excessive swearing or cursing, Eri never censors such expressions from his streams and content, embracing an open and authentic atmosphere that resonates with his fans. With his unique blend of charm, intellect, and authenticity, Eri James continues to make a significant impact in the content creation community.

2019

 * May 11: Debut as a VTuber.
 * October 16: Co-founded the Malaysian VTuber community with Eisu, Okami CoreGX, and others.
 * December 12: Changed his channel name from Eri's Hobbies & Games to Eri Channel.

2020

 * April 10: Invited as a guest for The Magic Rain's Virtual Idol Party event.
 * May 12: Revealed the first Live2D model.
 * December 27: Reached 1,000 subscribers on YouTube.

2021

 * April 30: Signed with Collab Asia as a featured creator.
 * November 30: Surpassed 2,000 subscribers.

2022

 * May 14: Held a memorable anniversary concert titled Re;Fly, featuring talented performers like Inori Akitsuki, Liliana Vampaia, Yuugure Yuu, Hanniroh Momoko, Shino Kitsune, Yui32Satomi & Fishisverytall, Sagonamiya Rita, Tadano Pow, and Ikahueki.

2023

 * October 1 - 23: Organised a month long event called "M4YAnni" in celebration of the 4th anniversary of the Malaysian VTuber community alongside a wide cast of team members including fellow leads such as Apex Daemon, Aruri Auregalia, Ikahueki, and Reguret Rekomiya.

Trivia

 * Eri's intro saying "Kopivosian, tambahut ku ngaavi" means "Hello, fellow friends" in his native tongue of Kadazandusun language.
 * Eri claims to rarely stream graphics design work since he already faced too much graphics design in his day job.
 * Eri mentioned that he avoids games that features deep waters such as Subnautica and Raft due to his thalassophobia. Yet, he has no problem playing horror games.

Media

 * YouTube
 * Twitch
 * Twitter

Tags

 * #erionair - Live
 * #erillustrate - Fanart
 * #erikeks - Meme