In 2021, VIL was simply an enthusiast with a modest YouTube channel showcasing VTuber highlights. He stumbled upon Ava Lamp’s streams and felt a bond. Fast forward four years, he proposed to Ava on a balcony during TwitchCon 2025.

Their love story commenced online, akin to numerous contemporary romances. VIL was drawn to Ava’s character, content, and VTuber avatar. He began creating clips from her streams, which caught her attention. An online camaraderie flourished, leading to teamwork and VIL stepping into the role of a VTuber himself. They became inseparable in the digital realm, referring to one another as “best friends.”

VIL began to harbor feelings for Ava, yet she initially stated that romance was off the table. As a lesbian, she wasn’t interested in dating another content creator. Nevertheless, circumstances shifted. Two years later, they attended TwitchCon 2023 together with friends, meeting face-to-face for the first time. They enjoyed the weekend, igniting whispers of a romantic involvement, which they refuted.

On the last day, Ava revealed her feelings through a note, catching VIL off guard. They contemplated significant topics such as marriage and children, realizing their compatibility. The sole challenge was the distance, as they resided on opposite coasts. They maintained a long-distance relationship, traveling to see each other and streaming together.

After TwitchCon 2024, Ava relocated to live with VIL, journeying across the country amidst hurricanes. By TwitchCon 2025, they were cohabiting and donned matching bracelets. They had something special planned for the convention, as prior milestones coincided with TwitchCon gatherings.

VIL secretly arranged a proposal with friends. On the initial day, anxiety surged as he carried a temporary engagement ring. They enjoyed brunch with friends before making their way to a balcony with an ocean view. Ava checked Discord and discovered art depicting VIL’s VTuber proposing to hers. When she glanced up, he was kneeling.

She accepted. Ava appreciates VIL’s kindness and emotional vulnerability. VIL cherishes Ava’s genuineness and motivates her to embrace her true self. They haven’t made wedding plans yet but are receptive to sponsorship from Twitch CEO Dan Clancy.