About
Meet Buoy Afuru, an active VTuber from Cieste. Gender: Female. Based in United States. Communicates in english. Can be found on Twitch, YouTube, X (Twitter), TikTok, Instagram. Twitch Affiliate. Tracked follower counts: 34.3K subscribers on YouTube; 3.2K followers on Twitter; 1.4K followers on Twitch. Content focus: gaming, free-talk, singing. Common descriptors: free talk, otter, united states, #buoyafuru. Debuted 2023/10/14. Designed with designer by Aquan Error & matsushima, illustrator by Aquan Error & Stride, live2d rigger by Bon Bon & Rero. Lore: Buoy Afuru's Twitter account was created in December 2022 and her YouTube channel was created on 28 December 2022. Trivia: Buoy's height was originally 170 cm (5'7") when she debuted, but was changed to 159 cm (5'2") on her 2.0 debut. Buoy stands at 159 cm (5'2"). Born under gemini. Oshi mark: 🛟🦦. Signature emoji: 🦦🌊. Available media: an introduction video, a 17-image gallery. Fanbase known as BuoyBois. Also known as Buoy Afuru 🦦🌊.
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Background
Buoy Afuru's Twitter account was created in December 2022 and her YouTube channel was created on 28 December 2022. She posted her first Tweet introducing herself on 22 September 2023.
On 25 September 2023, Cieste posted a teaser of Buoy Afuru as one of the organization's inaugural talents.
Mascots and fans
- Buoy's mascot is named Rakko.
- Rakko's original design resembles a small rock sea otter wearing an inner tube.
- Rakko received a new appearance with Buoy's 2.0 model. He is now a black and white otter with a cloak and blue bow resembling Buoy's own. He is often seen with a white bag filled with colorful rocks and fish.
- Buoy's fans are known as BuoyBois.
Likes and dislikes
- Buoy like aquariums, music and singing, cuddling with pets, dancing and exercising, k-dramas, rocks, food, gacha games, mini crafts, trinkets, and cozy corners full of plushies.
- Buoy dislikes scary or sticky things, deadlines, tutorials, jumpscares, mean comments, RNG betrayal, and getting her loot stolen.
- Buoy's favorite games are life simulation ("e-chore") games, Nintendo games, sandbox games, tactical role-playing games, "baby games," and HoYoverse games.
Miscellaneous
- Buoy's height was originally 170 cm (5'7") when she debuted, but was changed to 159 cm (5'2") on her 2.0 debut.
- Buoy's oshi marks were originally 🛟🦦, but were changed to 🦦🌊 on her 2.0 debut.
- Buoy shares her original concept designer with independent VTubers Moeri, Shivrer, and Kiracrowe.
- Buoy shares her 2.0 design illustrator with Taiga Torayami and Leo Lione of VSekai.
Lore
Sea otter vtuber looking to bring uplifting and positive energy to you!
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Buoy Afuru is the uplifting otter of Cieste, known for her bubbly energy, cozy streams, and mischievous charm. Once an ocean dwelling treasure collector, she now collects smiles, hearts, and shiny “rocks” alongside her community, the BuoyBois.
Whether she’s diving into games, singing her heart out, or sharing creative projects, Buoy’s goal is to brighten the day of everyone she meets. With her mix of playful mischief, warm cheer, and her signature catchphrase “Woosha~!”, Buoy brings a wave of positivity wherever she goes. Join her for an otterly unforgettable time!
2023
On 7 October, Buoy and the other members of Cieste premiered their first original song, "Sparkling Fantasy."
On 14 October, Buoy held her debut stream.
On 22 October, Buoy premiered her first solo original song, "Ocean Wave."
On 31 December, Buoy premiered her second solo original song, "Light Up!."
2024
On 22 March, Buoy celebrated her YouTube channel monetization and opened memberships on her channel.
On 19 December, Buoy and Chiyo Moberi premiered an original song, "Mistletoe."
2025
On 28 February, Buoy held a Buoy Direct presentation in which she teased new chibi and pixel Live2D models, a new original song "Starlight," a new VTuber debuting with Cieste, and a second outfit.
On 28 March, Buoy debuted her chibi Live2D model.
On 29 March, Buoy and the other members of Cieste debuted their pixel Live2D models.
On 25 October, Buoy held her 2.0 debut stream, during which she revealed her 2.0 model.
Discography
- Main page: Buoy Afuru/Discography
Events
- On 28 June 2024, Buoy attended CEO 2024, where she held a meet and greet alongside Ayla Yew.
- On 14-15 June 2025, Buoy was a guest at CEO 2025 and was featured at Cieste's meet and greet booth.
- On 20-22 June 2025, Buoy was a guest at OffKai Expo Gen 4 and was featured at Cieste's meet and greet booth.
- On 10-12 October 2025, Buoy attended WasabiCon 2025, where she held meet and greets alongside Devi de Vaux and Luna Moonie, as well as a solo meet and greet, at Cieste's booth.
Media
- Buoy Afuru | CIESTE - YouTube channel
- @BuoyAfuru - Twitter account
- BuoyAfuru - Twitch channel
- @buoyafuru - TikTok account
- buoyafuru - Instagram account
- Carrd - Official website
Hashtags
- #BuoyAfuru - General
- #BuoyLIVE - Live
- #DrawBuoy / #BuoyARTfuru - Fan art
- #BuoyClips - Clips
- #BuoyMemes - Memes
- #Buoysources - Assets
Statistics
- buoyafuru - TwitchTracker stats
- buoyafuru - SullyGnome Twitch stats
- buoyafuru - Social Blade Twitch stats
- Buoy Afuru | CIESTE - Social Blade YouTube stats
- Buoy Afuru | CIESTE - Playboard YouTube stats