Popular streamer Zack "Asmongold" has asked internet personality Keemstar to correct a recent DramaAlert post regarding an incident involving Kick streamers in Japan. The DramaAlert post on X dated February 16 showed a confrontation between Japanese locals and Kick streamers known as GaganTV and LordHito. The post's caption suggested that Americans were being "attacked" in Japan because of past problematic streamers such as Johnny Somali.
The DramaAlert post on X gained close to 200K views. The caption implied Americans are "attacked" in Japan due to nuisance streamers like Johnny Somali. The caption stated:
Asmongold reacted to the clip on his February 16 Twitch stream. He argued that the Kick streamers were responsible for the situation. He stated they had "intentionally antagonized" local individuals before posting about being harassed online.
Asmongold further urged Keemstar owner of DramaAlert to issue a correction. He claimed the clip could wrongly suggest Japanese people are "too aggressive without reason".
Keemstar is known for his DramaAlert account. It frequently posts stories about streamers esports and pop culture events. He has often commented on drama involving content creators. He notably criticized Rosanna Pansino last year after her allegations against MrBeast.
It should be noted that Kick streamers have faced significant criticism. They are accused of causing disturbances in Asian countries like Japan and South Korea over the past year. Johnny Somali is a key example. He was indicted by authorities for causing a disturbance at a business.
What Asmongold's DramaAlert Criticism Means For Kick Streaming Community
Kick Streamer Conduct Under Scrutiny Following Japan Incident
The incident involving GaganTV and LordHito in Japan has further intensified discussions around Kick streamer behavior abroad. The video shared widely online shows the streamers in a negative light. It reinforces existing concerns about some streamers' conduct when interacting with local populations in foreign countries. Asmongold's reaction adds weight to this conversation. His commentary challenges the narrative presented by DramaAlert. It redirects blame towards the Kick streamers themselves.
Details from Tokyo Weekender provide more context to the event. The altercation began at a bar in Susukino Sapporo. GaganTV and LordHito were talking to a woman. GaganTV reportedly suggested going to a love hotel. Another person at the bar intervened claiming the woman was his girlfriend. This escalated the situation. Someone attempted to grab GaganTV’s phone. The streamers then left the bar. However they were followed by a man with an empty bottle. He chased them on the icy street.
Online reactions to the video as reported by Tokyo Weekender showed limited sympathy for the streamers. Some comments even expressed support for the Japanese locals' actions. This response indicates growing frustration with disruptive streamer behavior in Japan.
Our Take On Asmongold's Stance And Kick Streamer Behavior
Need For Responsible Streaming Practices On Kick Platform
Asmongold's criticism of DramaAlert's framing is important. It shifts focus from portraying Japanese locals as aggressors to examining the actions of the Kick streamers. His call for a correction highlights the need for responsible reporting within online media. It is also a broader commentary on streamer accountability.
The series of incidents involving Kick streamers in Japan including Johnny Somali Ice Poseidon and now GaganTV and LordHito point to a pattern. This pattern involves disruptive behavior and disrespect for local norms. While Kick offers a platform for content creators the platform and its streamers must consider the real-world impact of their content especially when operating in different cultural contexts.
Moving forward it is crucial for streaming platforms like Kick to encourage responsible content creation. Streamers should be mindful of cultural sensitivities and the potential consequences of their actions when broadcasting in public spaces abroad. The incident in Japan serves as a reminder of the need for greater self-awareness and ethical conduct within the streaming community. It also calls for media outlets covering such events to provide balanced and accurate reporting avoiding sensationalism that could misrepresent complex situations.