Turn Off the Aim Hack!

The majority of streamers are well aware of the importance of clarification and apology.

The moment controversy arises, how they respond can lead to vastly different outcomes for the streamer.

That is why responding correctly is crucial.

Even minor controversies can ruin a BJ or streamer if handled poorly.

Thus, the Mutubers, streamers, and pro gamers who capitalized on the Charge Knight aim hack controversy…

Their first action was to rewatch their own videos.

“Shit, what did I even say?”

“Please, past me, be reasonable.”

First step:

Identify your own mistakes.

This can be seen as an attempt to prevent further embarrassment and prepare for a proper apology.

“Hello, this is XXX streaming on Paprika.”

“Hello, (bows) I am on Paprika…”

Second step:

Apologize.

Since it was revealed that Charge Knight was not using aim hacks, there was nothing to explain away.

All that was needed was an apology.

Streamers and pro gamers who revealed their faces apologized sincerely in front of a green screen in formal attire, while those who chose to remain anonymous uploaded apology videos with a black screen and solemn voice.

Not posting such videos would have truly ruined them.

A total of 16 streamers were involved in this Charge Knight aim hack controversy.

Fortunately, most viewers were willing to forgive them, given how unrealistic the aim in question was.

“I thought it was suspicious too”

“It was definitely odd”

“Honestly, doubting is understandable here”

Can you imagine?

Is it even possible to consistently track the head of a ninja dashing on a platform?

It’s truly unrealistic aim control.

Someone even made a comparison video of aim hacking and Charge Knight’s aim, and apparently they were nearly identical.

Charge Knight’s aim was that unrealisitc.

Despite explanatory broadcasts, some Mutubers still harbored doubts.

“Look at this. How is this possible?”

Mutuber Demizu maintained their stance.

“The aim is tracking the ninja’s head during the dash without any deviation. Do you see that? And claim it’s not a hack? This is absurd. After eliminating the ninja, the aim moves to the next target unnaturally. It goes straight to the healer’s head – that would be impossible for anyone without superhuman reflexes.”

Some comments:

“Demizu, did you prepare that 100 million?”

“Everyone else moved on, but this person…”

“Back in the day, they were a lag-comedy Mutuber”

“Still, they stick to their principles”

“I agree. Call it speculation if you want, but I have my reasons.”

And so, they began to explain.

“Do you remember when Streamer Choa first entered the Vertuber industry and failed spectacularly?”

Streamer Choa, who is now active as a Vertuber using her own character, had tried creating a Vertuber company but failed initially.

After bringing out five Vertubers to debut, the company flopped when three of them quit due to lack of popularity.

The company name changed and the remaining two “puppets” were revamped for a re-debut as the current Blue Art.

Though it took some effort, Inaring and Karin eventually stabilized Blue Art’s presence in the industry – but there was a reason for their success.

“The timing of Inaring’s sudden rise coincides with the introduction of Charge Knight.”

The chemistry between Charge Knight attacking and Inaring dodging fascinated viewers, skyrocketing Inaring’s popularity.

And there was a hidden contributor.

“There’s a clipper who only uploads Inaring’s videos. Their work contributed to Inaring’s popularity.”

“Whoever they are, they’re definitely a real fan. Look at the effort – they even translate to English and Japanese.”

Comments:

“Haha, that’s a hardcore fan for sure”

“For real, dedicated love”

“Anyhow, that’s not the point. Blue Art barely managed to establish itself in the streaming industry. So if a controversy arose involving a debut Vertuber, what would Streamer Choa do?”

After building the company with great difficulty and stabilizing the Vertubers, one of them caused a controversy that could damage the company.

“The clarification broadcast was conducted in Streamer Choa’s studio. The only people who know Charge Knight isn’t using hacks are Blue Art members. I suspect Streamer Choa might have…”

“Now hold on, is he saying all Blue Art members colluded?”

“Viewers, still not getting it? Volvo already banned him. Even though a clarification broadcast was done, it still showed the unreal aim. Would you believe it easily?”

“Man, that rhetoric is sharp”

“What about that 100 million?”

“I’m ready.”

“Wow”

“Wow wow”

“Wow”

“Can I formally request Charge Knight…”

“If you’re truly not using hacks…”

“Please come to my house to explain.”

And the video ended.

***

“Ugh…”

After finishing dinner and returning to the office, Choa shook her head regretfully.

“Unfortunately, we couldn’t save one of them.”

Though Choa was one of those who helped clarify Charge Knight’s situation, she wasn’t expecting this much drama.

Fortunately, viewers generally accepted the unrealistic nature of the aim and were willing to forgive.

This trend could have ended with just a simple apology.

But Demizu’s persistence was unexpected.

“Besides, they’re getting greedy now?”

“Come to my house for clarification?”

“What, trying to get sweet views? Seriously?”

Choa let out a dry laugh at how transparent the intention was.

It was so obvious that even viewers noticed.

A textbook example of bad crisis management.

If the last line wasn’t there, some might have nodded in understanding – after all, the aim was definitely unrealistic.

Choa smirked and spoke.

“So, Hanam Mi, what do you think?”

“Hmm…”

Inaring and Karin had left, but Hanam Mi returned to the studio with Choa for contract signing and future schedule discussions.

During this, they discussed the streamers who suspected aim hacks and ended up watching Demizu’s broadcast.

“I don’t particularly have ill feelings.”

“Really?”

“Yes.”

After all, even Choa had to admit the aim was quite unrealistic.

“So will you go explain to them?”

“Um…that’s…”

Honestly, coming here was already a stretch of courage.

Visiting a complete stranger’s house is quite burdensome.

Moreover, it made her angry thinking about the false scenario created to defame Inaring.

Choa noticed the frown and spoke up.

“Right, there’s no need to go explain to someone we’re not close with. There are other ways to clarify.”

“Uh, really?”

“Yeah, for example…”

Choa gestured to herself.

“I can help.”

Being a 7-year veteran streamer, Choa has a wide network of prominent streamer connections.

Even without Demizu, Choa’s request would likely be met with cooperation for a clarification broadcast.

Perhaps they would even welcome it, given the attention.

With such high-profile guest streaming and clarification broadcast, views would definitely soar.

“South America, if this person keeps dragging things out, we might need to reconsider another clarification broadcast.”

“Um, will you join me then? It would be a bit intimidating.”

“Hmm, shall I hug you from behind while we let you play games? That could work too.”

“Um…”

Even so, being treated like a child is…

At that moment:

“Director.”

Manager Jin Se-yeon entered the office.

“Will South America debut with the second batch?”

“Second batch?”

“Oh right, I haven’t mentioned this.”

Choa smiled and continued.

“We’re planning to bring in the second batch soon.”

“Wow, really?”

“Still need to conduct interviews, but probably around mid-month. Planning to debut them after selection…”

Choa looked at South America thoughtfully, then decided.

“No, South America will debut as part of the first batch.”

“Hmm, that’s probably better?”

“Of course, you’re the number one contributor to the success of our first batch anyway. To viewers, you’re already practically part of the first batch?”

“That’s true.”

Of course, that’s not the main reason.

Choa continued.

“Also, if you debut with the second batch, our future second batch members might get overshadowed right from the start.”

Too much attention focused on one person isn’t good.

Since we plan to debut four members in the second batch, adding South America would make five.

If too much attention is on one out of five, the inflow of viewers wouldn’t distribute evenly.

South America’s current level of attention is far from balanced.

Making her debut with the first batch was the obvious choice.

“So, South America, as a solid senior, you need to work hard for the second batch.”

“Ah, understood!”

Even distribution of fandom.

Through South America’s debut with the first batch, numerous new viewers would flow in, and this influence would also benefit the future second batch members.

This was Streamer Choa’s growth scenario for Blue Art.

Her smile naturally widened.

Then,

Ring ring –

“Hm?”

Checking the unexpected call source curiously, it was Karin.

Why is she calling all of a sudden?

“Wait.”

Choa answered the call immediately.

And at that moment,

“Director! Huge news!”

“Uh…sorry, can you speak Korean?”

“Director! Something big happened! Massive news!”

“Eh? What is it? Did you cause some trouble?”

“Not me or Inaring! It’s something else!”

Before the explanation, Choa unconsciously opened her mouth.

“Our news! Internet news coverage about us!”

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