vivi

The 'vivi' emote is used to express disapproval, judgment, or a sense of being watched critically. The bear's downward-looking perspective creates a feeling of being scrutinized or judged from above. Viewers typically use this emote when a streamer makes a questionable decision, says something controversial, or does something that warrants skepticism. It can also be used humorously to 'judge' other chatters or to express a collective sense of 'yikes' or concern about what's happening on stream. The emote carries a slightly ominous or serious tone while remaining playful in most contexts.

The 'vivi' emote originates from a plush brown bear toy photographed from a low angle, creating a somewhat menacing or judgmental perspective. This emote became popular on Twitch and other platforms around 2020-2021. The bear's downward-looking angle and somewhat stern expression made it perfect for conveying disapproval or judgment. The emote spread across various streaming platforms including 7TV, FFZ, and BetterTTV, becoming a staple in many Twitch channels. While the exact original uploader and specific date are difficult to pinpoint, it gained significant traction in the streaming community during the early 2020s as part of the wave of reaction-based emotes featuring animals or toys in expressive poses.

Common situations where 'vivi' appears include: when a streamer makes a bad gameplay decision or misplay; during awkward or cringe moments on stream; when someone says something questionable in chat or on stream; as a reaction to hot takes or controversial opinions; when a streamer is about to make an obvious mistake that chat can see coming; during 'judging' segments where the streamer or chat evaluates something; and as a playful way to express collective disapproval or concern. It's particularly popular in gaming streams where viewers want to express that they're watching the streamer's questionable choices with judgment.