Summary
Pirate Software, a World of Warcraft player, was expelled from the OnlyFangs guild following a disastrous Dire Maul North run resulting in the deaths of two Hardcore characters. His refusal to accept responsibility for the deaths prompted Guild Master Sodapoppin to remove him.
The incident occurred on World of Warcraft Classic's Anniversary servers, which have revitalized Hardcore gameplay. While Hardcore rules existed before Blizzard's official implementation of Hardcore servers in August 2023, the Anniversary servers (launched November 2024) significantly increased player engagement, leading to numerous Hardcore character deaths. Sara and Snupy were among the recent casualties directly attributed to Pirate Software's actions.
Sodapoppin's Discord announcement confirmed Pirate Software's expulsion. The guild's discomfort stemmed from Pirate Software's actions during the Dire Maul run, where he abandoned the group while escaping, leading to the deaths of Sara and Snupy. Despite the possibility of remaining under typical guild rules, Pirate Software's unwillingness to acknowledge his role solidified his removal. A video detailing the incident (containing strong language) is available online.
Reasons for Expulsion:
The primary reason cited for Pirate Software's expulsion was his refusal to accept blame. Sodapoppin highlighted his failure to utilize crowd control abilities effectively, specifically mentioning the underutilization of Blizzard rank 1. Further allegations suggest Pirate Software issued threats to fellow streamers after the incident. Pirate Software himself responded on Twitter, expressing dissatisfaction with the handling of the situation.
Future Implications:
OnlyFangs has experienced several member departures since its reformation on the Anniversary server Doomhowl, potentially leading to the formation of new groups. With Blizzard's ongoing updates to World of Warcraft Classic, including Vanilla-accurate patches, the potential for further Hardcore deaths remains high as new content is introduced.
