Summary
Pirate Software, a World of Warcraft player, was expelled from the OnlyFangs guild following a disastrous Dire Maul North run in WoW Classic's Anniversary servers. This incident resulted in the deaths of two Hardcore guild members, Sara and Snupy, due to Pirate Software's alleged failure to utilize crowd control effectively, leading to a wipe.
The controversy stemmed from Pirate Software's refusal to accept responsibility for the deaths. Guild Master Sodapoppin, a prominent Twitch streamer, cited this lack of accountability, along with discomfort among other guild members, as the primary reasons for the expulsion. Sodapoppin's Discord statement highlighted Pirate Software's abandonment of the group during their escape from the dungeon, further exacerbating the situation. While a video review (containing strong language) details the events, Sodapoppin specifically pointed out Pirate Software's failure to use Blizzard rank 1 to control the enemies. Other members, like Mizkif, also alluded to post-incident threats made by Pirate Software.
Pirate Software, in response to his removal, voiced his disagreement with the guild's handling of the situation via Twitter. The incident underscores the high stakes of Hardcore WoW Classic gameplay and the intense pressure within high-profile guilds like OnlyFangs, especially given the recent resurgence in popularity due to the Anniversary servers. With more content updates planned for WoW Classic, the potential for further in-guild conflict remains. The instability within OnlyFangs, marked by multiple member departures since its recreation on the Doomhowl server, suggests the possibility of splinter groups forming in the future.
