Anyone else flopping over to A03 to fill the empty void in their chest now, I feel like it’s standard protocol to do that after a finale makes you cry until 50% of the water is out your system
Digital circus' biggest problem is that it was written to be a niche show aimed at weird analytical queers with actual media literacy and it accidentally blew tf up and hit the mainstream and a bunch of people who have never had a second thought about anything got into it
happy end of iron lung day and beginning of pride month. markiplier has escaped the blood ocean and is now curled tight in ryan gosling’s arms. they hold each other as the clock strikes 12, and a new dawn begins. gay as fuck, as god intended
Not much has happened in the last few hours, which I consider a good thing given the circumstances. Regardless, here is a summary of what I’ve been able to document regarding the developers and the overall response.
As most of you likely know, a Twitter user leaked all of the game’s assets. While this is a serious legal matter, the reaction has been split. Some see it as a win, while others have complained on behalf of those involved in production who "had nothing to do with it." To those individuals, I have to say: there is no turning back now, and the state of the game should be the least of our concerns.
Previously, Pressure was a property potentially valued at over a million dollars. However, with the departure of the voice actors and key developers, its commercial value has vanished. There was never an scenario where other staff members could simply take over, especially since most have been shown to be accomplices. There was no way for this to end well, and holding a sexual predator accountable for the consequences of his own actions is not wrong, it’s basic justice.
Furthermore, several creators have started posting disgusting videos, protecting or even sympathizing with Zeal. Kreekcraft has spoken on this from a very questionable perspective, with some even going as far as blaming the community and claiming the developers are faultless. To anyone making this kind of content: your videos are shameful and repulsive. Delete them. I’m not going to claim the fandom has been perfect, but it is precisely the side of the public that attacks REN that is poisoning the discourse. YouTube and TikTok have become a refuge for these users; if you want to protect your mental health, I highly recommend avoiding those platforms for any information regarding this case.
People have found very peculiar ways of dealing with this situation, such as the remixes of the clip of Zeal sobbing. While I don’t personally support or consume that kind of satirical content, I can’t blame anyone for making them as a way to cope with such a heavy situation. On the other hand, it’s inspiring to see many artists channeling this into something meaningful. I’ve seen some great work for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, as well as OCs closely resembling Sebastian Solace as a healthy way to reclaim the character. This movement gained momentum following the recent spotlight on Zerum, one of the accomplices. She has been called out for being homophobic, an ethnic fetishist, and for claiming sole ownership of Sebastian despite him being a collective creation. Furthermore, she has been accused of manipulating artists into providing free labor and harassing community members who dared to question her.
Genuinely, seeing those involved finally face the consequences they deserve, and witnessing the solidary reaction of the majority, is truly heartening. As a side note, I also like seeing the public becoming more open to critiquing the game’s lore. I personally always noticed these flaws and was actually on my way to making a full critique or rant about the game right before the truth about Zeal came out. In the future, I might revisit that critique as a guide for writers on what NOT to do when building a game's story.
Lastly, I would like to mention that REN has expressed that they want us to stop using the term "rape" when discussing this situation. They have also asked for the space to start posting silly content again; this doesn't mean they don't care about what happened, but rather that they need to move forward. Please, let REN exist and heal without constantly being reminded of the trauma. That being said, please remember to take care of yourselves as well. Drink some water, take a break from the screens, and prioritize your own mental peace. Thank you for being here.
i like how nintendo's 'no uploading screenshots to your phone in case you make a penis mii or something and we're held liable for that' policy with the new tomodachi life has completely backfired because for the last few days my whole feed has been beautiful crusty photos people have taken of their switches. it's like i'm back in early 2010s gaming youtube it's beautiful
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