@laustinrivar
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FAQ
(pronounced like the F-word)
Where did the username "laustinrivar" come from?
My mom came up with the username, which was originally the name for my [REDACTED].Do you accept commissions?
I don't accept any as I don't plan to make content for others anytime soon. Sorry!アーユーユーチューバー？ (Are you YouTuber?)
そうです。I am.How can I support you?
Well, the best way is to subscribe to my YT channel. I hope to take the necessary steps to monetize my channel and use my earnings to help my family and others in need.Where can I find you online?
You can find me on YT, AniList, RateYourMusic, GitHub, Letterboxd, Discogs, and Steam.YouTube is home to my video creations (vlogs and specials), AniList is home to my list of documented anime I have watched (since late 2020) and manga I've read (since early 2024), and RateYourMusic is home to music albums and EPs I rate.I also have GitHub, it's empty right now. I also began rating films on Letterboxd. I also have Discogs for listing my owned vinyls and a wishlist of those I want to own. Steam is also there to hold my wishlists and games that I may (never) play.What about TikTok?
No.How about I give you a million dollars to install TikTok, with no additional steps required afterward?
It's still a no for me.Let's say you open TikTok, and then all problems in the world disappear. Are you okay with that?
Over my dead body.
Let's wait for the second coming instead.How about Threads and Bluesky?
I made one for Bluesky just so no one takes my username. As for Threads, since I keep the same handle as my Instagram, it's of little concern to me.Why did you leave Twitter?
I closed my public Twitter account (I am deadnaming 𝕏 btw) for several reasons, including stress from the intensity of some tweets (especially hate tweets) and boredom (rare engagements from followers, I did have some 15 minutes of fame).I thought of quitting several times, but I made my final decision after I got locked out due to GDPR (Thanks, EU!). I'm not too fond of the site in general, although I believe there are still some wholesome communities within Twitter.Also, Elon sucks! The only time I'll agree with Musk is if he puts that miserable and forsaken website to eternal rest.What are your interests?
I like videography, photography, playing musical instruments, eating, cycling, walking, running, listening to music, reading, and surfing the web.I love pop culture, especially memes. Recently, I fell into the VTuber rabbit hole, watching them as part of my attempt to learn Japanese.What are your favorite (animated) shows?
For non-anime shows, Adventure Time, Regular Show, Ben 10, Steven Universe, Phineas and Ferb, Gumball, Total Drama, Infinity Train, and Tom and Jerry.For anime, I keep a list of my favorites on AniList.What type of music do you listen to?
I listen to many artists regardless of genre or decade (hit me with your music recommendations!). Right now, I prefer non-mainstream music and albums, and I listen to them from start to finish. I don't catch up with the trends because they seem predictable, overproduced/mass-marketed, and less exciting.For album recommendations, check out my RateYourMusic page (specifically those albums with a rating between 4.0 and 5.0).Because you only listen to mostly 'cream of the crop' music albums, does this mean that you have pretentious taste in music?
I do make sure I genuinely enjoy listening to such albums in my music library. I also consider their replayability or must-listen status; otherwise, they're heading to my computer's trash bin. No offense to the albums that got removed! I may not like them, but others may appreciate them nonetheless.Spotify?
I am in the process of ending my listening activities once Wrapped 2025 is released. I am still deciding whether to maintain my playlists (or not) or delete my account entirely.Do you read books?
I used to dislike reading books, but then (sometime around early 2024) I wanted to develop this hobby alongside other activities I plan to do to fight depression and stay some time away from social media. I recently started collecting books, especially manga. I do hope to look for a website where I can record/keep track of my book collection.What about manga?
I currently have the following for my physical manga collection and this one for my online reads.I only plan to get those in one-shot, single volumes, or a single book (like an omnibus of the entire series), rather than collecting series with multiple volumes.Favorite meme?
E. Followed by a. Followed by sports. It's in the game. Brainrot memes nowadays are cringe.Favorite (active) VTubers?
Nerissa Ravencroft (my oshi <3), Mori Calliope, Kureiji Ollie, Arurandeisu, Akai Haato, Hoshimachi Suisei, Jurard T. Rexford, Dokibird, Filian, Kson, Lua Asuka, Henya the Genius, Kaheru, Clio Aite, Fujikura Uruka, and Alicegawa Iwori.Why are you into VTubers?
If you have any inquiries about the world of Virtual YouTubers and how I got interested, I'd be happy to discuss it with you.To explain it briefly, it has the same appeal as wrestling but with anime girls (waifus).Are you winning, son?
Yeeeesssss!!!1!!!
I'm not everyone's winning son tho'.
That title belongs to Yukoku Roberu of Holostars.Recommended phone?
Any mid-range Samsung Galaxy A-series phone (A3x or A5x) is a practical choice for most people. If you prefer clean, minimalist, and up-to-date Android, get a Google Pixel.I don't trust Chinese phone brands because I'm not a big fan of bloated Android skins. I do say their UI seems decent nowadays.Get an iPhone if you want to enter/are already part of the "ecosystem" and/or can afford one (the 17 is already enough for most people).Recommended laptop?
Get the MacBook Air (the M4 is currently a great deal). It has a long battery life and decent performance. It is also quiet (no cooling fan) and will not burn your surroundings. As long as you're not into gaming or using an app not on macOS, it will all be worth it in the long term.If not, stick with good ol' Windows and suffer the endless pop-ups of updates and overhyped AI features! I haven't even used Windows 11 since its launch.Maybe consider trying Linux as well? I want to try Arch (like PewDiePie's customized setup with Hyprland).Politics?
I am not considering entering politics and selling my soul to the devil, that's career suicide for me. We deserve better politicians who are genuine servant leaders willing to prioritize their constituents over their greed and selfish desires.Views?
As for my views, I prefer to be non-partisan. I am a practicing Catholic. I am not a DDS nor a Marcos loyalist. I may be a Kakampink, but I don't want to be attached to any politician (regardless of their reputation and track record).I am also skeptical of cryptocurrency and generative AI, both are overhyped. Social media sucks nowadays; we all need to touch grass and stay away from our phones more frequently.How's life?
Time for me has stopped around 2020. Despite how unforgiving this world may seem, I'm looking forward to what the future holds for me and hoping for the best!Whatever God's will is for me, I'll try my best to accept it.Do you have a girlfriend?
No. I do hope for one, please pray for me!Hotel?
Trivago.FAQ?
"NO U. FAQ".
(Sakura Miko, 2020)
ABOUT ME
Hello! I am laustinrivar. I made this site for its purpose as a business card of my primarily used social media accounts online. My other accounts - most of which are inactive - can be found on my Linktree.