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Hey there! I'm Jooters. You may have seen me around here (I am fairly active). If you haven't, I am a fan of all things Vocaloid and Vocal Synthesis, with a specific love for the UTAU engine. I also am in the process of writing my very own book series called Eclipse Treaty, with an in depth fantasy world. Ask away!

What got you interested in Vocaloid? I never used the program, but if I were to try it out, is it beginner friendly?

Congrats on writing your own series books! I've tried and failed to start my own book. So, how did you come up with a topic/story for your book series? Did you create the cast of characters before you starting writing? Did you also have an overall idea what each chapter would be about?

1. Can you explain in a simple way how UTAU USTs are made and work?
2. What is your favorite part of your Eclipse Treaty story so far?

For Vocaloid, in terms of Vocaloid 6, I would say it is rather beginner friendly - possibly the most due to its built in mixing and many presets. Although, it's synthesis isn't the highest. If you want a good synth for English, I'd recommend SynthV. Vocaloid is really only best if you want to use it's characters (such as Hatsune Miku) or are a complete 100% beginner.
I got into Vocaloid after hearing the Vocaloid song "daughter of evil" and learning it's what that Hatsune Miku girl is from before getting myself a copy of SynthV version 1 with a free version of Eleanor Forte. Ahh, the memories!

I came up with the concept of Eclipse Treaty when I was coming up with lore for my fursona, starting out simple until it evolved into what it is today. Both other questions are a no.

UTAU USTs are simply text files containing all the note placements and lyrics with data for the tuning points and flags. You can actually just open one in notepad and see it. UTAU is built on Popsicle sticks and prayers, so it's very simple.
As for my favorite Eclipse Treaty part... All of it!