The year-end party gave way to New Year's festivities. Rampage planned to join Mejiro's New Year gathering, but was told to wait until the "vulgar" critics were dealt with. Instead, it became a joint Mejiro-Symboli event. Then, the Academy Director summoned her. Wondering if she'd screwed up, she exchanged New Year's greetings and got to the point.
"Proposal! How about becoming Tressen Academy's PR Minister?" the Director boomed.
"What the—?! Hatena, handle it!" Rampage blurted.
"Nya!" Hatena swiped at the Director's head from her perch.
"Gah! Why'd you listen to Rampage instantly, Hatena?!" the Director yelped.
The absurd request caught her off guard, so she jokingly sicced Hatena on him. The cat's paw struck true, making the Director squeal. Petting the heroic feline now on her head, Rampage urged him to explain.
"Ugh… Your fame and buzz—undefeated Triple Tiara, world-record Uma Musume. You promoting Tressen would be huge," he said.
"Fair, but why not Prez or CB-san?" Rampage asked.
"Good point. I asked them…"
"Sorry, Director, I'm not great with that stuff…" Rudolf had said.
"Pass. Sounds complicated," CB declined.
Rudolf and Ramone lacked SNS savvy; Oguri's laid-back vibe didn't fit. Rampage, a trending Uma-tter star, was the pick.
"Your posts trend daily!" the Director said.
"That's more my crew's clout than mine," Rampage deflected.
"Seven Uma Musume in a heart pose trended again," Hatena purred.
That post had fans whining about Ryan's absence reeling. Still, Rampage reconsidered. "Wait, I've got plenty of clout, don't I?"
"Absolutely," the Director nodded.
"No doubt," Hatena agreed.
So, Rampage agreed to promote Tressen on SNS, boosting recruitment and bridging futures for Uma Musume. The idea came from URA, apparently.
"Honestly, URA's pushing you," the Director admitted.
"Feels like a grudge over my win costume. If they're playing dirty, I'll go bigger. Director, how about streaming?" Rampage grinned.
"Love the passion! Do it!" the Director cheered.
"It'll be lively! Can I pop in sometimes?" Hatena asked.
"Of course!" the Director said.
"Got your word!" Rampage smirked, shouting, "Kangei!"
"Uh-oh!" the Director laughed.
Half-forcing approval, Rampage dove into prep.
Mejiro Rampage @dictatorship
2 PM today: big announcement! Brace yourselves!
She tweeted, then had Minamisaka drive her to grab cameras and a laptop for setup.
"What're you doing, Rampage-san?" he asked.
"Director wants me promoting Tressen, so I'm streaming. Got approval!" "Kangei! Do as you please!"
"Hah… Can't argue with the Director," Minamisaka sighed.
"Love how quick you get it!" Rampage grinned.
With her prize money funding the gear, Minamisaka couldn't object. Setup done, it was time.
"Made it! Minami-chan, hit the camera!" Rampage said.
"Here we go… Click!" Minamisaka pressed.
At 2 PM, the stream began. Rampage stood tall before the camera.
No way, is this real?!
Undefeated Triple Crown?!
Came from Uma-tter—what's this?!
The Tyrant's propaganda broadcast?
Comments exploded. Noticing, she raised her face and voice. "Chant my name!"
This is legit?!
What's the undefeated Triple Crown doing?!
Five crowns, dude.
Six with Junior G1s.
This is that vibe, right?!
You're on that level?!
Recruiting Pokémon battles on Uma-tter? Next-level aura.
"Hello, konnichiwa, ciao! Your world-record Tyrant, Rampage! Just kidding~" she winked.
Ult!
Ult!
Zee…
Nanajamo vibe?!
"Plate energy, baby! So, big news: I'm Tressen's PR Minister! Yay… Why me, though?" she sighed.
That mood swing's brutal lol
Why start so hyped then crash? lol
From epic to overworked salaryman vibes in 3200m turf.
What was that "chant my name" bit?! lol
"Got summoned, and URA's like, 'Be PR Minister.' Sounded fun, so I said yes. Life's all vibe and momentum! Source: Spica's CB-san," Rampage said.
URA, really…
You're wild for agreeing.
That source is too strong.
Citing Spica's free spirit is OP, banned.
CB was a cheap shot, but it worked. Spica's clout was unmatched. She'd have cited Golshi, but she wasn't around—though Rampage swore she saw a gray mane sometimes.
"So, this stream's about Tressen's ins and outs, for trainers-to-be and fans! I'll interview active trainers!" she announced.
This is legit cool!
No way, really?!
TV barely covers Tressen, and now this?!
Media's out of a job.
Trainer hopeful here—get Rigil's Tojo!
"Requests already? I'll get to 'em! Also, you've seen my Uma-tter—Prez, CB-san, or Ramone-senpai might pop in. Grandma's a long shot, so don't expect much," she said.
Legends only!
All heavyweights, what?!
Constant trendsetter, this Uma Musume…
What even is she?
"Oh, and maybe my training sessions… What, Minami-chan? Practice time? Got it, Makika Magica! So, this channel's about Tressen, trainers, Uma Musume training—freedom! That's the vibe. Thanks for tuning in! Your world-record Tyrant, Mejiro Rampage, signing off! Do good deeds till next time~" she waved.
"Camera's off. Nailed it," Minamisaka said.
"Live's my thing—makes this easy," Rampage grinned.
The Director loved it, urging her to keep it up. As she and Minamisaka headed to practice…
"Ran, you're blowing up!" Turbo shouted.
"What?" Rampage asked.
"Check the news!" Turbo urged.
"Huh… It's beyond viral—it's news," Rampage gaped.
They wanted a bulletin board vibe, so here it is.
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