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4 responses to “Ban evader investigation concludes”

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   Stevie

   April 27, 2024

   Quite frankly, I’m disappointed. I had truly hoped you would’ve actually stood up for the dozens of women he has harassed in numerous ways over the last 3 years. You did, initially, but judging by this response it has turned into a pity party for him and the women that have been genuinely terrified by this appear to have been forgotten about. Lets not forget this goes way beyond the argument between deadpool and DJ – this is long term harassment of female streamers and it feels like this response has forgotten about that.

   “Deadpool has acknowledged the gravity of his actions and understands that they were wrong.” No, he doesn’t. He crafts the same shitty apology videos week in week out, he has done for years, then tries to worm his way back in only to repeat the same behaviour again almost instantly. Even in his discord since this blew up, there has been no self reflection, it’s always everyone else’s fault. You’ve seen yourself the horrendous abusive rants, even the two in the last week. It’s never his own fault and he still fully believes his own behaviour is okay.

   “As a community, it’s crucial that we allow space for growth, understanding, and reconciliation. Let us come together to support one another and work towards a positive resolution.” Now that one word, reconciliation, you couldn’t have picked a worse one. Suggesting reconciliation is like a slap in the face to these women who’ve spent years terrified, on the receiving end of constant inappropriate comments, repeated horrendous abuse, genuine fear, stress, sleepless nights. None of the women involved want to reconcile. This is not a friend who’s had a bad moment and there’s been a falling out. This has been systemic harassment over the last several years for some of these women. Growth is something one person does in their own time. I have been dealing with this situation for 3 years and I’ll be honest, there has been a slight improvement in terms of the inappropriate sexually motivated conversations when they weren’t wanted, but beyond that in terms of the virtual stalking and abuse there has been none. There’s also no understanding from him that these women no longer want anything to do with him for good reason. A positive resolution to this situation is him leaving those women alone and changing his behaviour, all of us in this situation know that’s not going to happen.

   All in all, an incredibly disappointing response

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   1. 

      Level Up Blog Staff

      April 27, 2024

      Thank you for sharing your concerns and perspective regarding our recent response to the ongoing situation involving Deadpoolrelentless. We deeply appreciate your engagement and want to assure you that we take your feedback seriously.

      First and foremost, we want to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to addressing allegations of sexual harassment against women within our community. Such behavior is abhorrent and has no place in our platform or any streaming environment. We understand the gravity of the situation and the impact it has had on those affected.

      During our recent townhall and throughout our investigation, we have diligently listened to all parties involved, including those who have come forward with allegations of harassment. We are committed to ensuring that the voices of those impacted are heard and that appropriate actions are taken to address their concerns.

      It is essential to emphasize that our response is in no way a condonation of Deadpoolrelentless’s behavior. We understand the severity of the allegations and the harm caused to those affected. Our primary focus is on creating a safe and inclusive environment for all members of our community.

      When we mention letting the situation quell, we are not implying a dismissal of the seriousness of the allegations or asking those impacted to reconcile with Deadpoolrelentless. Rather, we are advocating for a temporary pause in hostilities to allow for a more constructive approach to resolving the issue. This does not absolve Deadpoolrelentless of responsibility for his actions, nor does it diminish the experiences of those affected by his behavior.

      Moving forward, we will continue to address allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct within our community with the utmost seriousness. We are committed to implementing measures to ensure the safety and well-being of all members, and we will not hesitate to take appropriate action against any individual found to have engaged in such behavior.

      We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate this complex and sensitive issue. Your feedback is invaluable as we work towards a positive resolution and a safer community for all.

      Sincerely,

      Level Up Blog Staff

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   WillowLeef

   April 27, 2024

   This is unfortunate as the harassment is behind closed doors even to this day, as early as last week with continued harassment and threats.

   Whatever happened in your townhall, I feel the people who would of had stronger voices weren’t present because of no knowledge or reach out to the people who brought this to your attention in the first place.

   Having a diagnosis is can make socializing challenging which is completely understandable. I used to teach and had many students under the spectrum, but the slurrs, death threats and continued harassment isn’t excusable. I have my own diagnosis for mental health and I don’t go running around speaking ill of others and saying vile things mainly at women on the platform.

   Sad you want to lie this to rest and give encouragement for everyone to cease. I thought you were going to continue helping but clearly you don’t see this is a pattern and once we lie it to rest, after time passes it continues. There was a reason we started with “he’s back” as this has happened over and over for many years.

   Very disappointed this is how you’ve decided to go and not help the women he’s going to harass in a couple months from now.

   Please don’t pickup news if you just plan on switching sides mid support.

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      Level Up Blog Staff

      April 27, 2024

      Hello Willowleef,

      Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. We understand the gravity of the situation and the ongoing impact it has had on those involved. Firstly, I want to emphasize that our investigation into the matter, which includes gathering evidence during the townhall and through tweets, has concluded.

      However, I want to clarify that concluding the investigation doesn’t mean we’re sweeping this situation under the rug. It’s crucial to acknowledge the seriousness of the issue and its lasting effects. We are committed to addressing it appropriately.

      Regarding the mention of an autism diagnosis, we want to stress that while understanding someone’s challenges is important, it does not excuse harassment or threats. Our stance remains firm: it is never acceptable to target individuals with hateful behavior, regardless of any personal circumstances.

      We want to assure you that our full report will remain neutral, taking into account all the evidence submitted to us. We are not taking anyone’s side but rather striving for a fair and just resolution. This includes considering the perspectives of all parties involved.

      We appreciate your patience as we finalize our report, which will be released in the coming week. Our goal is to ensure transparency and accountability throughout this process. Rest assured, we are committed to taking appropriate action to address this issue and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

      Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we navigate this challenging situation together.

      — Level Up Blog Staff

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