Pirate Software Kicked Out of OnlyFangs World of Warcraft Guild

Summary

Pirate Software, a World of Warcraft player, was expelled from the OnlyFangs guild following a disastrous Dire Maul North run that resulted 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 recently revived interest in Hardcore gameplay. While Hardcore rules existed before Blizzard's official implementation in August 2023, the Anniversary servers (launched in November 2024) significantly boosted participation. This influx of players led to numerous Hardcore character deaths, including those of Sara and Snupy, directly attributed to Pirate Software's actions.

Sodapoppin's Discord announcement confirmed Pirate Software's expulsion, citing widespread guild discomfort following the deaths. The incident involved the group pulling a boss before clearing nearby enemies. When a retreat was called, Pirate Software abandoned the group, contributing to the fatalities. Despite potential leniency under normal guild rules, his refusal to acknowledge his role and subsequent actions solidified his removal. (Note: Video evidence exists but contains explicit language.)

Reasons for Expulsion:

The primary reason cited was Pirate Software's unwillingness to accept blame. Sodapoppin highlighted his failure to utilize crowd control effectively, specifically mentioning the availability of Blizzard rank 1 to mitigate the threat without excessive mana expenditure. Further allegations suggest Pirate Software issued threats to fellow streamers after the incident. Pirate Software himself responded on Twitter, contesting the handling of the situation.

The OnlyFangs guild, having experienced several member departures since its recreation on the Doomhowl server, might see further fragmentation. With Blizzard's continued updates introducing new content, the potential for future Hardcore casualties remains high.