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Raid

What does Raid mean?

Raid is a feature that sends a livestreamer's viewers to another live channel when the first stream ends.

Raid used in a sentence

She raided a smaller art streamer with two thousand viewers.

This example shows the term in context rather than treating the definition as a literal word-for-word substitution. Slang often depends on tone, audience, and the conversation around it.

How do you use Raid?

Raids are used to support other creators, continue the community's viewing session, and introduce audiences to new channels.

Where did Raid come from?

Twitch and other livestream platforms formalized viewer transfers that communities had previously coordinated manually.

Common variations of Raid

raid message

A phrase viewers post upon arriving.

raid target

The channel chosen to receive the viewers.

hate raid

A malicious coordinated influx, distinct from a supportive raid.

Raid: frequently asked questions

Does a raid force viewers to stay?

No. Viewers can leave or opt out.

Is raiding good for small streamers?

It can provide exposure, viewers, and community connections.

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