Raid
A feature that sends a livestreamer's viewers to another live channel when the first stream ends.
“She raided a smaller art streamer with two thousand viewers.”
Raids are used to support other creators, continue the community's viewing session, and introduce audiences to new channels.
Twitch and other livestream platforms formalized viewer transfers that communities had previously coordinated manually.
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.
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.