Asmongold Is Stepping Down From OTK and Starforge Systems

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Asmongold Is Stepping Down From OTK and Starforge Systems

Key Takeaways

  • Asmongold is stepping down from his leadership roles at Starforge Systems and OTK, two companies that he co-owns.
  • He announced as much during a 20-minute video that saw him repeatedly apologize for his insensitive comments on the Israel-Hamas war.
  • Asmongold said he has been “devolving” over the past few years and pledged to get his life in order, which will also involve making more positive content.

As a seasoned gamer with countless hours spent in virtual worlds, I’ve seen it all – from epic quests to heart-wrenching betrayals. But nothing quite prepared me for the unexpected twist that unfolded in the gaming community recently. The news of Asmongold stepping down from his leadership roles at Starforge Systems and OTK came as a shock, especially after witnessing his meteoric rise in the gaming world.

Streaming sensation Zack Hoyt, also recognized as Asmongold on YouTube and Twitch, has disclosed his intention to relinquish his positions at One True King (OTK) and Starforge Systems, two companies he shares ownership with. This decision was made public in a heartfelt video that served as an apology for some contentious remarks which led to his temporary ban on Twitch.

During a live stream on October 14th, Asmongold expressed his thoughts about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Middle East. In the course of his speech, he made derogatory remarks towards Palestinians, labeling them as “poorly behaved” people from a less advanced culture that resort to violence for their identity and stand against Western values. He showed indifference towards their plight, saying “I don’t feel sympathy for them; I couldn’t care less.” These comments led to significant criticism online, particularly since they seemed to equate ordinary Palestinians with the terrorist group Israel is fighting against.

On October 15, Twitch temporarily suspended Asmongold’s secondary channel ZackRawrr, following an outburst on the platform. A day after, Asmongold uploaded a 20-minute video on YouTube, expressing multiple apologies for his remarks. Approximately halfway through the video, Asmongold announced that he would be stepping down from his current roles at content creation company One True King and prebuilt gaming PC brand Starforge Systems.

Asmongold Says He Has Been ‘Devolving’ Over the Past 2 Years

Looking back at my journey, I can’t help but acknowledge a change within me over the last two years. It seems I’ve been gradually transforming into a less desirable version of myself during this period. My friends and family have even expressed concerns about my temperament recently, urging me to “take it easy.” Although I don’t believe I was incorrect in everything I’ve said over the past few years, I must admit that some of my more recent statements, such as the Palestine rant, were simply indefensible.

I believe I can offer a more improved version of myself moving forward, which I feel you all truly deserve. Let’s aim for that together.

Asmongold Plans To Focus on Different Types of Content Moving Forward

In simpler terms, Asmongold acknowledged that the best apology he can offer right now is by improving himself and creating more uplifting content. He considers his decision to resign from OTK and Starforge Systems as a step towards accepting responsibility and moving away from negativity. He expressed, “I believe you all deserve a superior version of me, and I aspire to meet that standard in the future.” He clarified that once his Twitch ban on ZackRawrr is lifted, he will start producing more positive content and focus on laughing with people instead of at them.

It remains undetermined if this content change could lead Asmongold to avoid commenting on streamer disputes, a practice he’s well-known for. Furthermore, it’s unresolved how it might impact his role within the “anti-woke” online community, where he gained prominence during a timeframe that he later admitted made him behave at his worst.

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2024-10-16 22:05