This is How Long Twitch’s Asmongold Ban is Expected to Last

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This is How Long Twitch's Asmongold Ban is Expected to Last

Key Takeaways

  • Asmongold could face a 14-day Twitch ban for racist comments against Palestinians.
  • Use of alternative Twitch accounts to evade bans can result in further sanctions.
  • Asmongold’s recent ban led to him stepping down from Stargorge Systems and One True King.

As a long-time follower and admirer of Zack “Asmongold” Hoyt, I must say that this recent turn of events has left me both shocked and saddened. Having watched his career blossom from humble beginnings on YouTube to becoming one of Twitch’s most prominent streamers, it’s disheartening to see such a talented individual face such consequences.

According to a source within the industry, Zack Hoyt’s (also known as Asmongold) suspension on Twitch might persist for 14 days. The details regarding the duration of his ban have not been disclosed by Twitch yet, and fans are left speculating due to recent actions taken against Asmongold’s alternate account, Zackrawrr, which was banned for making offensive comments targeting Palestinians on the platform.

Currently, Asmongold is a highly recognized Twitch streamer, boasting over 3.5 million followers on his primary account. His career commenced in 2009 with YouTube videos centered around World of Warcraft. He swiftly gained popularity and transitioned to Twitch in 2011, amassing a substantial following on the platform throughout the years. This week, Asmongold made controversial remarks about Palestinians on his secondary account Zackrawrr, stating they were responsible for “genocide” and were “awful people.” His comments drew intense criticism and resulted in a ban from Twitch, as the platform’s policy prohibits streamers from devaluing human dignity or perpetuating harmful stereotypes.

According to insider Rod “Slasher” Breslau’s sources, Asmongold’s secondary account has reportedly been suspended for 14 days. Since streamers who create alternative accounts to bypass bans often face further punishment, it seems unlikely that Asmongold will broadcast live again until his suspension is over.

Asmongold Could Be Suspended From Twitch for 14 Days

Although Asmongold’s Twitch suspension might not be for just two weeks as suggested by Breslau, his report on the duration has ignited controversy within the community. Many users, even influential leakers like Shiina, have responded angrily in the comments, criticizing the two-week bans as a “vacation” and claiming they are insufficient punishment.

Following the recent ban on Twitch, Asmongold has begun to feel its impact. Shortly after the incident, he released a 20-minute video on YouTube expressing his regret for his actions. Subsequently, Asmongold resigned from his positions at Stargorge Systems and One True King, two companies he shares ownership with.

Previously, Asmongold had been banned from Twitch on an occasion that stood out, but it wasn’t the first time he encountered this sanction. In 2022, a 24-hour ban was imposed due to his usage of racially insensitive language. However, unlike the current incident, Asmongold maintains his innocence in this case, stating that the racial slur was not something he said but rather appeared in the chat for Diablo Immortal during his stream.

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2024-10-17 02:24