I’ve been following this thread for awhile and made an account specifically to tell this story.
I just came from the Level Up Expo in Vegas this past weekend. Viv was there along with the rest of the Helluva Boss crew. I am no fan, but I was an admirer of indie animation because I draw and write a lot.
In terms of appearance, I’m a very “traditional” looking dude- lean, facial hair, deep voice, etc. I mention this because I think it’s the reason why I saw what I did.
I worked LVLUP in the past as a vendor trying to make an honest buck. I’m familiar with the operator and, as such, was given a backstage pass this year.
I attended this Helluva Boss themed party at Area 15 on Saturday and saw the whole cast walking around. I can say with 100% certainty that Alex Brightman and Morgana are pretty chill and easy to talk to, but Viv…
I was waiting in line for drinks and she was right next to me. She was talking to a fan girl completely decked out in show merch. I introduced myself and asked what was up. My tone was upbeat, I was happy. She shot me this glare. It was like I just stepped on her cat. It really killed the vibe.
The next day I was backstage at the con and ran into her again. I smiled and said “Yo, how’s it goin?” And she just says: “Ahem, I’m off the clock right now.” In the most bitchy tone imaginable. I laughed and was like “cool, so am I.” Then I asked if she wanted to hear a joke. She said no. I relented and was like “ok, that’s chill, have a good one, alright?” I stuck out my hand and she shook it. Her grip was extremely clammy. She left without a word.
I dunno what her problem was, because when my lesbian friend spoke with her at the party she was all bubbly… like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
Either way, the whole experience was extremely unpleasant.
P.S.
I noticed other crew members (ahem, Brandon, ahem, Sam Haft) also talk almost EXCLUSIVELY to younger girls (like, barely 21 if not younger and they’re what? 40?) at the party and then get all moody when a dude arrived. Draw from that what you will.
EDIT: I am in no way entitled to anyone’s attention, but I hold the belief that no one deserves to be treated rudely unless they are rude and I lost all respect for this creator because of that.