“Kadoge V!,” a trading card game-focused VTuber agency operated by Kanagu Inc., has opened auditions for its second generation of talents starting Thursday, June 4, 2026. The main title the agency plans to focus on is “Yu-Gi-Oh!,” welcoming not only experienced duelists but also newcomers. Successful applicants receive support across their entire activities, including the provision of a Live2D model and the loan of some equipment.

Overview of the Kadoge V! 2nd-generation audition

This time, Kadoge V! is holding a second-generation talent audition within Japan. The card game it plans to focus on is “Yu-Gi-Oh!,” and it welcomes not only duelists but also those with no prior experience.

The application period runs from Thursday, June 4 to Monday, July 6, 2026, 23:59. Applications are accepted via the application form, and the selection proceeds through a document screening, a first screening, and a second screening before a final decision.

Support for successful applicants and character design by Senobi

Applicants who pass the audition will be provided with a Live2D model whose character design is handled by the illustrator Senobi. In addition, the agency says it will support their activities overall, including a partial loan of the equipment needed for streaming.

A setup in which the operator supports everything from model production to equipment lowers the hurdle to taking on the challenge for those who want to start VTuber activities from scratch. The fact that a love of card games sits at the core of the activities is also a distinctive feature unique to this agency.

Kadoge V! and its members

Kadoge V! is a Virtual YouTuber group project in which members who love trading card games work to spread card game culture. Currently, first-generation member Kamibiki Aoi and generation-1.5 member Manpuku Rita belong to the group.

Kamibiki Aoi streams Duel Masters as well as chatting, singing, and gaming on platforms such as YouTube, while Manpuku Rita develops a wide range of activities including card games, poker, mahjong, and singing. With the addition of the second generation, the group’s range of activities looks set to expand even further.

How to apply and what comes next

Applications are accepted via the dedicated application form, with a deadline of Monday, July 6, 2026, 23:59. Talents who pass the selection will begin their activities while receiving support such as a Live2D model and equipment.

Kanagu Inc., the operator, is a marketing agency that has signaled its intent to continue investing in its own original content. Attention is turning to follow-up announcements such as the debut timing and lineup of the second generation.

Impressions and outlook

A VTuber agency built on the clear concept of specializing in card games is rare, and this audition centered on “Yu-Gi-Oh!” has the potential to further widen the point of contact between the TCG community and VTuber culture. A system in which the operator supports models and equipment is designed to attract not only highly competitive players but also those who want to start streaming from now on. It will be a pleasure to watch what kind of personalities the second generation brings and how things develop after their debut.

Source: PR TIMES