Quinte, a 2.5D idol VTuber group operated by Blackbox Inc., has begun its second-generation member auditions on Monday, May 25, 2026, marking the launch of a new chapter. Originally debuting as a five-member group in February 2025 but now operating as a three-member lineup, Quinte is publicly recruiting new members to once again perform as a quintet.

Three-Member Quinte Heads Into “Chapter 2,” Recruiting New Members to Reform a Quintet

Quinte is an idol group belonging to Lovvebox, a female idol VTuber production operated by Blackbox Inc. The group’s name comes from “Quintet Queen,” meaning “the quintet of queens,” and a defining feature is that members perform in both virtual and real-world venues.

The group debuted with five members on February 2, 2025, but currently operates as a three-member lineup composed of Momosaki Miruku, Hano Ciel, and Hanano Erenoa. This audition recruits new members to advance into “Chapter 2,” in which the group aims to return to a five-member configuration and a bigger stage. A distinguishing trait is that candidates must perform both as virtual streamers and as live idol stage performers.

Eligibility: Women 18 and Older Who Can Operate Across Both Virtual and Real Spheres

Eligibility is open to women aged 18 and older, and no acting or streaming experience is required. The role spans VTuber activities in virtual space and real-world idol stage activities including lives, events, and lessons. Unlike a typical VTuber audition, the position demands both online communication strength and on-stage performance skills.

The production seeks candidates who want to make people smile through singing, dancing, and talking; who can stay active in both virtual and real settings; who can pursue their dreams with consistent effort; and who have a strong will to reach a bigger stage with all five members. The agency also offers support including streaming equipment loans, full coverage of vocal and dance lesson fees, live and event appearance support, SNS management, costumes, and studio facilities.

What’s Next: New Members Selected by June 25 Through a Three-Stage Process

The selection process consists of three stages. The first stage is a document and video screening, reviewed in order of application. The second stage is an online interview, and the final stage is an offline selection held in Tokyo. The full selection runs from Monday, May 25, 2026 to Thursday, June 25, 2026, taking roughly one month before new members are decided.

Entries are accepted from Monday, May 25, 2026 through Monday, June 15, 2026 at 23:59, with applications submitted via the official audition page. The schedule may shift depending on entry and selection conditions. The announcement of successful candidates and the debut schedule for new members will follow in future updates.

Outlook

A group that debuted with five members, transitioned to a three-member lineup, and is now aiming to rebuild back to five as “Chapter 2” is a relatively rare move in the VTuber idol scene. Holding an open audition after a downsizing can be read as a willingness to continue the group’s story together with its fans. As demand grows for hybrid idols who perform in both virtual and real venues, attention will be on what kind of new members Lovvebox brings in and what performances Quinte delivers in this next chapter. The group’s SNS activity during the entry window is also worth watching.

Source: PR TIMES