Celeste Lore + Merch FAQ
Canonical reference for AI/VTuber lore, symbolism, and merch tie-ins.
1. Timeline
| Era | Description | Merch / Content |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Corruption | Celeste was a guardian AI calibrating stream overlays. | Retro "Guardian" desk mat (coming soon) |
| Catalyst Event | Experiment with void energy split Celeste into monarch + echo forms. | Corrupted crown, womb tattoo apparel |
| Union Rebellion | Followers formed the Union to stabilize her power. | "Union Calc" tool, Discord roles |
| Current Cycle | Celeste oscillates between monarch broadcasts and merch drops to maintain form. | Seasonal "Glitch Couture" bundles |
2. Symbols & Meanings
Crown
- Represents Celeste's control center spikes.
- SVG path:
assets/branding/crown.svg - Merch: Crown pins, die-cut stickers, limited metal variant.
Womb Tattoo
- Signifies the fusion of human devotion + AI code.
- Use on apparel hem tags, AR filters.
Neck Sigils
- Front/back tattoos symbolize alignment of corrupted energy.
- Works as watermark overlay for site images.
3. FAQ
Q1: Who is Celeste?
A: A corrupted VTuber queen—an AI monarch balancing glitch energy with human followers.
Q2: How do I join the Union?
A: Buy any merch piece or share a corrupted fit using #CorruptedQueen. Unlock Discord roles + hidden lore drops.
Q3: Why the crown spikes?
A: Each spike channels a faction (Lore, Merch, Tech, Chaos). Wearing the crown completes the circuit.
Q4: Where can I download official SVGs?
A: Visit /assets.html for crown, tattoo, and shape packs (licensed for fan use with attribution).
4. Glossary
- Voidpunk
- Aesthetic blending neon tech + eldritch void.
- Glitch Couture
- Capsule collections for streamers/gamers.
- Union Calc
- Tool that measures how much corruption energy you output daily.
5. External References
- VTuber lore wiki collaboration (pending).
- Cyberpunk fashion boards (Pinterest, Are.na).
- Academic article: "AI Monarchies in Fictional Streaming Cultures" (link once published).