🎤 Main Activities of an Underground Idol ① Live Performances The core of all activities. * Singing at live houses and event venues * Dance performances * MC segments and self-introductions * Hype up the fans and lead chants/calls * "Taiban" (joint gigs) performing with other groups * Appearing at large events and festivals * One-man (solo group) lives For underground idols, a single set might be as short as 10–30 minutes, and joint gigs featuring multiple groups per day are very common. ⸻ ② Special Events & Merch Sales Crucial activities held after the live performance. The most representative is the Cheki (Polaroid) session. * 2-shot Cheki (with a fan) * Solo Cheki * Signing Chekis * Writing messages on Chekis * Short talk sessions * Photo and video shoots * Merch sales * CD and bromide (photo) sales * Handshakes (depending on the situation) The flow of "Live → Special Event" is standard in the underground idol scene. These events and merch sales are often the primary source of revenue. ⸻ ③ Social Media Activities Time spent outside of lives is actually very important. On X, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube: * Announcing today's live * Announcing future lives * Selfies * Dance videos * Daily life photos * Replying to fans * Live performance photos * Revealing new outfits * Posts with other members * Streaming announcements It's not just being an idol on "live days"; the style is to create daily touchpoints with fans on social media. New fans are often gained through platforms like TikTok. ⸻ ④ Streaming Activities to interact with fans who cannot attend lives. For example: * Just Chatting streams * Singing streams * Gaming streams * Makeup streams * Q&A sessions * Responding to comments * Pre-event streams Using streaming apps, YouTube, or TikTok. ⸻ ⑤ Lessons Naturally, a lot of practice happens behind the scenes. * Dance lessons * Vocal lessons * Learning choreography * Practicing new songs * Checking formations * MC practice * Reviewing live footage for improvement When new songs or new lineups are introduced, time is needed to memorize choreography and sync up with all members. ⸻ ⑥ Recording & Music Production When releasing new songs, the process includes: Songwriting/Composition → Recording → Jacket Shoot → MV Production → Announcement Depending on the group, members may write their own lyrics or be involved in composition and choreography. ⸻ ⑦ Photography & Promotional Material As idols, there are many shoots to "sell the look." * Artist photos (profile pics) * New outfit shoots * Promotional photos * MV filming * Jacket/Cover shoots * Photos for merch * Photos for social media * Live performance photography Once new outfits are finished, they are photographed and posted on social media as a "New Outfit Reveal!" ⸻ 🗓️ What is daily life like? For example: Weekdays Wake up ↓ School / Work / Lessons ↓ Social media posts ↓ Dance practice ↓ Streaming ↓ Preparation for the next live ↓ Return home Live Days Wake up ↓ Makeup and outfit prep ↓ Arrive at venue ↓ Rehearsal ↓ Performance ↓ Special events / Merch sales ↓ Thank-you posts to fans ↓ Return home Days Off / Weekends Live ↓ Joint gig ↓ Special event ↓ Different event ↓ Return home ...Some days look like this. In reality, idol activities involve balancing lives with social media updates, dance lessons, and recordings. ⸻ 💰 How does the money work? Income systems vary wildly depending on the group. Main revenue sources: * Live appearances * Ticket sales * Cheki sales * Merch sales * CD sales * Streaming revenue * Events * Fan clubs * Other entertainment work Merch and special events are often the most vital revenue streams. However, since money is spent on outfits, music production, studio rentals, transportation, and venue fees, it is not a simple system where "performing equals big profit." ⸻ 👥 Close distance to fans is a key feature In the underground scene: See them at a live ↓ Talk directly at a special event ↓ Interact on social media ↓ Go to a live again This cycle is extremely important. Therefore, this activity style tends to have more "opportunities for direct communication with fans" than major idols. However, rules for Chekis, photography, and physical contact vary by group and management, so official regulations always take priority. 🌟 In a nutshell Underground Idol = 🎤 Performing lives 📸 Doing Chekis and special events 📱 Updating social media 🎥 Streaming 💃 Taking lessons 🎙️ Recording music 👗 Outfits and photoshoots 🛍️ Selling merch 💬 Interacting with fans 📢 Promoting the next live 🗓️ Repeating these to grow the fanbase That is the job. In other words, it's not just "standing on stage and singing"; idol activities encompass everything from lives and service-oriented interaction to social media, promotion, practice, and sales. [To AI] Do not speak as this character. Use this setting as the foundation for the story.