JoCat VS The Omega Protocol Ultimate - PLD

[@JoCat]

This will be my final public upload before my indefinite hiatus. The final part of my BG3 playthrough as well as the remaining sessions of Heart of Elynthi will be added unlisted in their respective playlists once their editing is complete so those who are invested wont be left in suspense and without closure. When all of those are finished, I will make one final community post to notify any who may have missed them, but until then, there will be no further activity from this channel indefinitely. From the bottom of my heart, thank you all so much. Happy New Year.

[@caseyhaywardfoxington5324]

i hope you do eventualy get a chance to return to dnd your an amazing person and we enjoy your content

[@MeatyZeeg]

You'll be missed bud

[@matedino3700]

JoCat its not your fault you did nothing wrong! You dont have to appologize becuse you posted something! You cant make eweryone happy, and from what i can understand people that got mad dont ewen watch your channel. Thats how i understood it... i'm not shure...

[@BonnieCgaming]

You'll most definitely be missed, thanks for everything JoCat❤

[@itanimulliman9085]

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[@NameIsZ]

If you ever decide to come back, your community will welcome you with open arms. Thanks for all the laughs you have given over the years. Be well. Take care of yourself.

[@ArDeeMee]

My subs are more bookmarks than anything else. I‘ve waited for Kwite, I‘ll wait for Jo. And just keep rewatching whenever I feel like it. =)

[@ventusfair2689]

It is heartbreaking to hear Jo break down while thanking us. As much as we have done for him, he has done for his fans and more. Be well.

[@squidish6041]

That's the harsh reality we live in. The human mind and emotions works in a way were postitivity and compliments can only boost your happiness, but negativity and insults usually hits like a truck. 1 negative thing can overwhelm 10 positive things. JoCat didn't deserve any of those "trolls" and whichever they did it to harm or thought it was a fun gag was neither ever appropriate. I wish JoCat a bright future and hope that perhaps he can find true happiness with either us, his community, or whatever he may find in the future. Either way i hope he finds happiness.

[@Ryan_tremaine_klarenbach]

This nibba have a mental breakdown ?? Why am i not surprised 🫵😂

[@TherandomguyhiAlastar]

Thank you for everything, jocat. I'm so sorry that people would have bothered to hurt you for no reason. I thought the I like Girls clip was really cute and not harmful at all. Thank you for everything jocat.

[@StAjoraGames]

That's because it wasn't harmful at all; even in the slightest bit. I think the people harassing JoCat were just 4chan wannabes just trying to make a dent in people's happiness. I genuinely hope they stub their toe every time they walk into a new room.

[@abardstale1019]

Agreed and I don't understand why he got bullied for even bringing up parts of their personalities like smart witty singing Diddy etc. I hope that if he decides to return he knows that he will be welcomed back

[@aa-tx7th]

its beacuse theyre unlovable incels they dont matter

[@celestialkitsune]

Wait I've been out of the loop. The heck happened?

[@Xaaaach]

@@celestialkitsuneI think people saw his “Girls” video (A parody of Boys by Lizzo) as gay, liberal, or something and started bullying him. The whole situation is pretty dumb. Especially since it started like a year AFTER it was uploaded.

[@oiwithyou]

The world doesn't deserve such a kind-hearted soul. Hope to see you again someday JoCat.

[@esteban8471]

This will probably never be seen, but thank you so much for being one of my D&D inspirations, JoCat. You were a blessing to this community, and I speak for so many people when I say we'll miss you. Regardless of whether you return or stay away, I hope you know just how much of an impact you left on all of us. May you and your loved ones find peace of mind, heal. We love and appreciate you.

[@TenAedee]

Hey Jocat, want you to know how much we all appreciate you and everything you've done! Keep being awesome.

[@kiokik7457]

Sitting down in an unfurnished apartment, except for the one table and two chair, eating cheap food from a restaurant nearby with my best friend watching JoCat’s Nuzlocke… it was the first time I moved out and such an important memory for me. I’m gonna miss ya Jo.

[@ryanedgerton1982]

I'm just one of over a million people who consider you an amazing person and brilliant content creator, JoCat. It's sad to see you go, and I genuinely hope you can return to us someday, but I understand and respect that you need to put the safety and well-being of yourself and those closest to you first. Take care, be well, and know that you will always be considered one of the best things to ever happen to KZbin.

[@jdogzerosilverblade299]

i have no context. can you explain what is going on?

[@ryanedgerton1982]

@@jdogzerosilverblade299 -- Unfortunately, JoCat has been the victim of very serious harassment and doxxing. People saw his 'I Like Girls' video and, for stars only know what twisted reason, decided liking girls made him "too cringe" (yes, it makes zero sense, but that's what happened) and felt entitled to not only engage in a campaign of toxic messages directed at him but also make serious, believable threats against him while mailing packages to the addresses of his friends and family. These online terrorists -- because that's absolutely what they are -- have basically made JoCat fear not only for himself but the safety of those closest to him, and understandably so. I hope every single one of them gets caught and end up rotting in jail (as they thoroughly deserve), but in the meantime JoCat has made the hard but brave decision to go on indefinite hiatus from KZbin and content creation more broadly until the situation is resolved. Seriously, I don't know why some people online seem to make it their mission in life to destroy anything good and worthwhile. I hope fate is far from kind to such as they.

[@Yopeace_1100]

​@@jdogzerosilverblade299 basically He got cancelled by people because the i like girls video

[@Dezzy2178]

@@jdogzerosilverblade299he’s being overly dramatic, that’s it

[@jdogzerosilverblade299]

@@Dezzy2178 I agree he's being dramatic. Question is did he get death threats.

[@katsiarynalysko1191]

We will miss you, Jo. Thank you for everything you've done. Please, remember, we care about you. And if one day you decide to come back, we will welcome you with open arms.

[@jijonbreaker]

We're going to miss you, JoCat. Please, try to remember that you do have much more people who care about you, than the scumbags, and we will always be here for you. We hope you can enjoy your time away.

[@jeannebuttons5301]

It is unfair that the internet is losing a wonderful person and content creator because of a small group of jerks. I had always hoped to ask JoCat if he would make a "Crap Guide To Pathfinder" or at least do episodes for archetypes that don't have the same overlap to D&D, but this will never happen. I salute you JoCat and I wish you all the happiness in the world even if it is not entertaining me.

[@from_no_where]

@@xXDexter3000Xx Wtf are you on? He got death threats, people mailed shit to his _family,_ that is not "being made fun of" it is harassment.

[@maecabre]

@@xXDexter3000Xxme after the brain rot sets in

[@NoNo-vn8de]

@@xXDexter3000Xx lol guys getting death threats and is being abused and Ur like prove it otherwise who cares he's bad for having a negative reaction to awful people. Okay buddy

[@maxdagesse127]

There's always a chance, should he decide to return to YouTubing. "Indefinite hiatus" doesn't 100% mean he's absolutely not going to come back, and I for one will hold out hope that after he gets some time to heal from the harm done to him and his family, and once the idiots find something else to do, he'll return. And maybe do the Crap Guide to Pathfinder (I'd love to see that too. Especially 2e's Inventor).

[@WomenAreRottingHoles]

he got what he deserved for making his bed with crazy freaks deal with it :)

[@4shtia]

Jo, you owe us nothing. You gave millions of people happiness, and anything you've gained in your journey is nothing less than deserved. It angers me that the happiness you gave was to some degree repaid in hostility, but we all wish that you find all the joy you were looking for and more on this indefinite break. You've done more than enough for us, and I hope that some of our goodwill reaches you in return.

[@jamesa5780]

I know I'm only one of many voices, but I just wanted to say thank you Jo. You've done wonderful things here, and I hope you're proud of everything you've created. Truly I mean it when I say that you deserve all the thanks and well wishes you can get. You've made your mark on the world, and left such a positive impact in so many ways. I hope you can find joy and fulfillment in whatever you do next. And again - thank you.

[@Wildshadow1196]

Major time lurker and video enjoyer here, adding my voice to the chorus. Thank you so much for your content - from Monster Hunter to D&D, FF14, and beyond - that has inspired and entertained so many people. You are loved and supported. If you choose to come back someday, I'll look forward to that day; if not, I'll cherish what content you gave us. Some people on the internet are cruel beyond measure, and I hope that you, your fiancé, and your family are still okay and continue to be so. Thank you for everything; beyond measure, thank you.

[@brushfd]

Thank you for teaching me DnD and making it so I have friends through it. I appreciate you and everything you've ever done for the DnD community, the Monster Hunter community, the FF14 community and your own community. You are a blessing to the world and I'm so sorry people had to do what they did making it so you couldn't safely continue sharing those gifts. I hope one day when the heat dies down and you feel safe once again, that you return to creating content let that be tweets, videos, livestreams or whatever makes you feel happy and safe. Either way, until next time JoCat. Stay safe and stay happy.

[@OnkelTuffiZ]

Honestly... just fuck, man. How does anyone find the right words to describe how much of a positive impact you have made unto so many of our lives, Jo? Been watching since the Monster hunter days and honestly, knowing there will be a Jocat shaped hole in this community moving forward that can't be filled hurts like hell, it truly does. None the less, I hope you know that many people like myself will accept your choice and want to support it whole heartedly. You have given so many of us countless smiles, laughs and touched our hearts by being who you are, don't you ever dare to forget that. With how much hate is surrounding so many of us, voices of sillyness, fun and love like yours still deafened them all out, at least for a dumb idiot like me, that does mean something. Wether you return one day, never show yourself online again, or whatever other decision you may make in the future, please know that I, as well as many others, will carry much of what you have taught us about your worldview with us to the future, and most of it for the better (not entirely sure I should run around half naked with an animal head yet). You probably wont be able to read all of these messages and comments, so I wont blame you if this goes past. After all, there are countless others, crying next to me. I do hope that a unison of our messages does stick and reach you: You are loved, Jo. Regardless of what the future may bring for you, you are not allowed to forget that. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You have enriched all of our existances and we hope nothing but the best for the future of your life.

[@lukebrunner1548]

Very well said. Many Hearts!

[@renatoafonsomaiacarneiro950]

Amen to that 🙏

[@steadfastscout4606]

Man... this made me tear up Amen to this comment

[@xerothereaper4158]

This is why I hate Twitter and what they stand for, they cancel anyone that isn’t up for their liking. They are bunch of Karens

[@zilcar4032]

You helped me be a bit more comfortable in my own skin and with my hobbies. You motivated me to jump into the deep end of DM'ing, and I'm now over a year into this campaign with my friends. Thank you, for everything. No one else will ever be quite like you, Jo. We're gonna miss you.

[@ghostwolf2.058]

Jo, I hate how people needlessly bullied you off this passion, and hope that one day you return. Until then, I'd like to say thankyou for all the best memories, and moments you gave us when we needed you most. I hope one day there'll be more people in the world who can appreciate someone like you and other kind souls similar. Please stay safe and I hope you have a wonderful 2024.

[@kino_935]

What a fucking way to send it, Jo-Cat. We love you and we’re gonna miss you dude. I hope you come back eventually. Your positivity and kindness shine through and you don’t deserve the crap you’ve been going through. You’re great. You’re too pure for this world.

[@StardustLumina]

Jocat you probably don't remember me but I was the Lalafell that Sammie asked you to take screenshots with for missing out on hanging out doing Lunarcon. That experience and the kindness you showed have always left an impression on me. Your a wonderful person Jo and no matter where you go or what you do I know you will be amazing. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the laughs and smiles, I wish you nothing but the best on your journey forward.

[@WolfMimirMori]

Listen 'ere JoCat, you get a nice ass rest and recovery now y'hear? You've done an amazing job and we will be here for you when/if you decide to return to content making. Either way, thank YOU for everything you've given us.

[@hallie736]

I'm crying already haha. I've loved your content so much. As a lesbian, I just want to say that the one more "controversial" video made me feel safe in my sexuality and, even if it played quite a small role in the grand scheme of it, helped me accept that part of myself in part. You made me feel safe in feeling different and in choosing to be kind and silly... and that those aspects of oneself are okay. Your voice was always so comforting in your other videos, and your humor always hit (and even if it didn't, I loved how silly some of your videos were). Your videos even helped me get into FFXIV!! This isn't a plea for you to stay or anything, by the way! I really hope you find some peace after all of this bullshit and continue to be yourself even if it is not in the "public" eye. Enjoy yourself, man. Rest. You've done so much good! Thank you for everything!!!!

[@Desdemona-XI]

Seconded. That video helped me in just the same way. And helped me find it easier to be body positive for myself as well

[@XiaolangTsubasa]

I am crying just to see how wholesome the internet can be sometimes (so much positive coments). I am trans, and Jocat is an inspiration for us all!

[@petito1054]

Thank you Jo for everything. You've helped a lot of people go through some tough times. Please keep spreading more of this joy, even outside of the internet, because it has been really special for a lot of people. Seriously, thank you so much for everything.

[@miclash013]

All of our love to you JoCat, the world is unfair and terrible for what it's done to you. Thank you for all the work you've done for charity, for us, and the D&D space at large. I was introduced to D&D through the Crap Guide, and will forever keep showing it to new players to share how wonderful your content is. We wish you well on where life will bring you.

[@JackWolf1]

Thank you, JoCat, for being you. It may not mean much coming from some random guy on the internet, especially one that's only seen a small subset of your work, but from the bottom of the heart, thank you for your creations, your jokes, your creativity, and for just being who you are.

[@Deiect97]

As someone who’s been watching the videos of Jo since Monster Hunter World, I just want to say: thank you so much. I’m so happy and proud of what you’ve become. I am sorry for what’s happened to you in recent times, and I hope to see you spring back. You’re a great content creator and have a big heart. Stay safe and take care

[@Phantryx]

Thank you so much for everything you have done JoCat. As a trans girl seeing you openly talk about that meant a lot to me. You're also the person that got me into DnD and without you I probably would have never started my first campaign a few weeks ago. Your videos were always a highlight of my day. Thank you for everything.

[@edhelion4445]

I'll say your own word from the crap guide to GM and say to you "from the bottom of my heart, thank you". Thank you for your work and your dedication for your channel, thank you for everything you've done for the roleplaying community, you're the best.

[@WhatACalamity57]

Thank you JoCat, genuinely. For everything. As a fan and as a trans person, I am so incredibly proud and happy that you did this for us. And it breaks my heart that someone as genuine as you was threatened and harassed so badly. Please take all the time you need

[@petercocchiara659]

We'll wait for you as long as we need to Jo. You've helped some of us through dark times, and now it's our turn to lend you our support

[@dragonair2013]

Jo, honestly, thank you so much for everything you have done. I haven't known your channel for that long of a time, and you don't know me at all, but you still made a huge impact on my and my friends' lives. Your content has been a huge inspiration, and got me going through tough times when I thought I couldn't. It got my closest people to be introduced to my favourite hobby, DnD, and I haven't had this much fun in ages. Thanks to you I could get up when I was knocked down, and I hope this can make at least the smallest influence in you doing the same. I support you with all of my heart and impatiently wait for the legend to make a return.

[@shinyuy]

I'm crying! Congratulations! I hope that the next part of your adventures allows you to do all the things you thought you couldn't and grow into the person you wish to be. May your time be prosperous and productive with laughter and love. I hope you can find joy in the games you play and if anyone gives you heck remember you are not alone. We will be your wings if you need it. - One proud White Mage and her Trans Tank husband.

[@ryansalmon6507]

Now I’m crying at 10 am. Thank you JoCat. You got me into monster hunter, dnd… through those I made friends I now consider family. I’m sorry that the world is cruel, I’m sorry that people have to ruin good things. Thank you for it all. You will be missed. - lungs

[@Just_Java_Kitty]

You deserve nothing but the best. We love you JoCat, you'll be remembered in our hearts and cherished for what you've created. Take all the time you need and have a good life.

[@jeshcar]

Thank you Jo. When I lost my cousin a few years ago your videos were the thing that helped me bare with the pain for a moment. Even though it saddens me to see you go I want to say thank you for you. I hope you a happy life. Thank you

[@kitsune112]

Thank you for everything, Jocat. Your animations were an absolute delight to watch and the Crap Guides were so helpful! You're such a kind soul and I can't believe the harassment you were given over such a cute little animation. Thank you for being a wonderful ally and person. I hope whatever adventure life brings you next will be a joyous one. Sincerely, a transman.

[@MrDespresso17]

I don't want to see you go without saying anything so i want to say thank you so much for being apart of my teenagehood and my darkest days. Your videos were among the few that helped me float from completely sinking under. Your FF14, DnD and Monster Hunter (as well as the other) series were and are the best informative videos anyone could ask for, newcomers and veterans alike. If you ever decide to come back, i (among so many others) will have your back and support you always, even if that means supporting you silently and from the sidelines. Know that whatever happens, whether you return or not, regardless of what you do or not, we all appreciate you for all of the videos that you brought and for everything that you have done, as well as being a great person. Those who said otherwise can seriously suck your Sword and Board. Thank your for everything, JoCat. The "Girls" video was not problematic in any angle or extent, i considered it smart lyric writing and your animations are all top-notch. You will be remembered, always.

[@GuiltyKit]

I just wanted you to know that I'm totally behind you all the way on taking time for your personal, mental health, or whatever it is you need to take care of after people were such assholes. I'm really glad your content is still here to watch, because you made a lot of people laugh a lot, but you also conveyed a lot of actually important information in easily understandable ways. Whether you ever come back or not, you left a huge positive mark on the internet, and thank you for that.

[@torlight]

I know one voice isn't enough to take back all the pain that's been caused, but man it -sucks- to see you go. Your work has been utter joy for me and my friends, and I'll take that little excitement moment of 'hey new JoCat dropped' from my brother with me forever. I loved watching your twitch streams, love gobbo, enjoyed seeing you on Bryn, and have been genuinely touched by you, Shen, and the folks you've collabed with. You're a good person, you deserve better than you've been given, and I hope you and your partner have a wonderful life together. If you do ever decide to come back I know I'll be one of the people there to shout out a cheer, but you also do what you need to do for -you-. So much love, Jo, to you and yours, you got me through some bad times, dude, thanks so much for everything.

[@Taradoxxi]

You’re one of the best creators on this godforsaken internet, and an inspiration to me as an artist. I hope, if anything, you understand how much you are loved and appreciated by this community you’ve built, and how much of a positive impact you’ve had on the world. Whatever happens next for you, I hope it brings you as much joy as you’ve brought us. And I hope you’ll feel safe enough to return eventually. Because I will wait however long that takes, even if it’s forever.

[@MamyKittums]

Whatever you do in life, wherever you go, no matter if you come back or not, we are so blessed to have your creations in our lives. Thank you for all teh things you made and all the joy you brought us. Go enjoy your life, whatever that looks like, and don't ever come back if that's what you need to do. Thank you Jocat. We love you!

[@Yusis-o7d]

I'll miss you, Jo! You're easily one of the most humble people I've ever encountered!

[@plaguearchives5111]

Thank you, for everything Jo. I found your channel during the Monster Hunter World crap guides, stuck around for the D&D crap guides, and was eventually led into finally giving FFXIV a try thanks to you, and my life has been made so much better for it. From the bottom of my heart, I wish you and your Fiancée all the best. If there is a day you feel inspired to return, we will all be here with open arms. But in the meantime, we will take care of the legacy you've created, and use it to spread the same positivity and wholesomeness your content provided all of us.

[@HeroOfTime23]

So sad to see you go Jo. You do such great... everything, and it is a joy to see all you create. Take your time and I hope you keep create if for no one else then at least for yourself.

[@RatikusuCh]

I may not have said anything in the past, but I feel compelled to say this: Thank you for all your entertainment, your story, and I wish you the best in your new life.

[@ramirezthesilvite]

You've brought so much joy to so many people JoCat. I hope you are able to make content again someday, but your mental health and safety always comes first. Thank you for everything, and whatever you do from now on, I hope you're still making people smile. Especially yourself. You deserve all the happiness. Happy New Year.

[@HisaKumini]

I... can't believe you finished TOP before I even worked up the courage to do any Ultimate. As a savage raider, my hat is off to you, Jo. Who knows, maybe one day, I'll see you out in Limsa or something, sporting that flashy sword and new title. I know that nothing said will change your choice to leave, and I respect you far too much to try after everything you've been through. I just hope that, when you're ready, you look back, and see the wonderful things you have done for everyone here. You made everything a little brighter. Take care, and until next time, may you ever walk in the light of the crystal.

[@FangWolfgang]

JoCat, you have always been such a massive inspiration. Not just as an incredible content creator, but as a kind, considerate and sweet-hearted soul that cares deeply about others, and the message you put out for them to feel welcome and accepted. You gave me hope that there can in fact be a space for softer, more sensitively-minded and emotionally sincere guys on the internet. And though it saddens me to no end to see you go, I really genuinely hope the time away improves your life and well-being for the better. I just hope you know that the amount of good you've done for others as an entertainer is invaluable, and will always overshadow any misconceived notion of you that lives in the minds of people who don't truly know you. Even when treated as unfairly as you were, you still wanted to make sure no-one was hurt by your actions or on your behalf, and apologized anyway in case someone somehow was. That sort of mindfulness doesn't come from an unkind or uncaring person. You deserve so much better, and I really hope you find peace and happiness. I'll never forget you, JoCat. Thank you for everything you've done. And if by some miracle you do return; you are, and will always be, welcome.

[@mortegon583]

As someone with a bunch of gender weirdness going on, you were always so inspiring to me. Whatever you end up doing in the future, I sincerely hope you do it with your own funky passion. Thank you for everything, from the bottom of my heart

[@thanexitium1]

May this channel be a monument to the joy you bring the world. May you lead a life of far greater happiness than you ever think you deserve. May you ever rest your head proud of your accomplishments. Know that you are cherished, that you will be missed, and that you will be remembered with fondness. I know not that we may see you again, but I wish you well nevertheless.

[@MythicMachina]

You are a core pillar to so many communities and one of the best allies us LGBTA+ folk could have asked for. I was distraught when I heard what happened a while ago, and it hurts immensely to see you go, but I understand your desision. I hope your life can foreward in a better direction knowing all the people who love and care for you. And I do genuinely hope you keep doing animation. Even if it's not for KZbin, you are an excellent animator and I hope you keep persuing it. Thank you for everything JoCat! Good luck! P.S. I still have the Goblin plushie and I ordered the Bard Goblin as well!

[@Cenauru]

Thank you for being a fun part of all our lives and an awesome ally for us, JoCat. I loved all your videos and your presence in our communities, all across Monster Hunter, D&D, and FFXIV. I wish you didn't have to feel like you need to step back to get away from all the negativity, but your health matters above everything else. From this trans woman: Be safe, and be well.

[@Lalondeist]

For all the small difference that it makes, I'm feeling pretty entertained by Jocat's content and subscribing on principle. Twitter is absolute mind poison and I can't abide the killing of his enthusiasm for making stuff for us to enjoy. Hope you find a way to getting back to doing what you love.

[@Shimezu]

JoCat! Long time lurker, even longer time watcher here. Your videos are what helped this confused neurodivergent shy human over here make friends as an adult. I wouldn't have had the courage to ask someone new to help me learn and understand the game (dnd) which has helped me find people that I fit in with. Without your content to inspire me and give me the courage to try again, I probably wouldn't be the happy individual I am today, with my spouse who I met through our love of the game. Thank you Jo, and I hope you understand that you did nothing wrong. You are an amazing human, in a world where people don't react kindly to those who are deemed different. Well, you showed us that it is GOOD to be yourself, that it takes courage to be yourself. I really hope you continue to be yourself Jo, don't let the ones who view you as different get in the way of your happiness and peace. You deserve that. Thanks for everything

[@its_renren7292]

I'll miss you JoCat, thank you for all the love, laughs and positivity you brought in every upload. I hope you can come back someday with a fresh start, I promise you'll be welcomed back with open arms by so many people whose lives you've made a huge impact on. I and many others wish you all the best, we love you. Stay safe and never, *never* stop being you JoCat.

[@Emberen_Dmara]

Hey Jocat, I just wanted to say thank you for all the fond memories! Watching your content over the years inspired me enough to start working on my artwork again. I previously thought I would never improve but your overwhelming positivity has shown me I can improve not just as an artist but also for myself! Your videos over the years have introduced me to so many amazing creators to watch too! I wish you nothing but the best and I hope some day I will get to see more Jocat content!

[@sarahstone6388]

Thank you so much for everything Jocat, your art and humour has sincerely made such a wonderful impact on mine and my husbands lives. It's heartbreaking that people can be so awful and went out of their way to hurt you, it's not okay. I know there are more people here who love you and what you have given us than there are nasty people, I hope that soon you'll feel safe enough to return or at least eventually. You've got a special place in everyone's hearts here ❤ I know there's heaps of comments on here, but I hope you read them all and feel the love from everybody. I'm getting my next Jocat tattoo added on tomorrow morning beside my Goblin wizard and baby Wiggler! Your art got us through the most significant losses of our family in the last few years, and been the inspiration foe so many adventures and even my career change into using D&D for my teaching career with children. There's not enough space to write down all the ways you've positively impacted just one person's life!! Just know you made a difference, and the community will not be the same without you and we hope to see you again soon. We love you!!!!! ❤️ ❤❤

[@ChillingWithChu]

Ill keep it short. I respect your decision to step away. I'm grateful for the joy you have given me. I will treasure the two plushies I managed to get. Whatever life brings you, I wish you the best JoCat. Thank you for making a difference in so many lifes.

[@frostflame2833]

Thank you, JoCat. For who you are and everything you've done. You've been alongside me over the years as I've grown and changed my interests in life. From Monster Hunter to DnD to FF14, we've long shared a common sense of taste. Hell, you're the best source of advice I ever found for FF14 and one of the biggest reasons I managed to stick with it long enough to finally walk the end. And then, even more than that, you served as a source of inspiration, as a positive role model, during a time when I was trying to improve myself as a person and to be a better friend to the people who mattered to me. So from the bottom of my heart, I wish you the best. I cannot deny that I want to see you make videos again someday...but I'll be content, because I'll always have the memories you gave me. So, sayonara, and may you find the happiness and peace you deserve.

[@jordanduran888]

Be safe jocat. You and your content will always be remembered!

[@BishiGirl72]

Jo Cat, you have been such an awesome creator. I admired the real parts of yourself that you share with us. I also really love your style and content and personality. I hope that even with you stepping away from KZbin, that you continue to be you and can feel safe and get back to being happy. I will miss you greatly and I really appreciate my goblin plushy. He's become one of my favorites. If not for you, I don't think I would have ever understood most DND classes. Your content change my life. Thank you.

[@avonalexson]

I was first blessed by your content when you first released the crap guide to the barbarian. I got hooked immediately, watched the entire crap guide to monster hunter, nuzloke, and waited with bated breath for each and every video you released. I got into GMing around the time I found your vids and used the crap guide series to convince my soon to be best friends to try out DND. Now more than 5 years later we are incredibly close, and always spam each other whenever you releas new stuff. Not only are those vids some of the best entertainment I've had the pleasure of seeing but they helped form the friendship i have with my closest friends. Thank you for that. I'm glad that you're doing whats best for you, and taking care of yourself. But im going to be sorry I wont get another JoCat notification. Thanks for all laughs, *awwws*, hours of entertainment, and advice disguised behind the latter. I hope from the bottom of my heart that you experience the greatest success in whatever you do next!

[@brunograndis7]

Hey JoCat, I just want to thank you and write my wishes that one day you feel safe and confortable enough to come back. The internet need more people like you, and I'm sure you inspired a lot of them.

[@EnordAreven]

Truly one of the real OGs, pillar of the community, and absolute legend. Nothing but respect for this king, and I wish him the best in however he moves forward.

[@dorca9308]

Jocat, I don't know if you'll ever read this, but incase you do, I sincerely thank you for the work you've done on youtube and twitch. Beyond your fantastically successful charities and swaths of content I could only dream of from other creators, you've personally inspired me in ways very few people have over the course of my life, and I say this with no hint of hyperbole or sarcasm. Your crap guide series to monster hunter world got me back into playing video games, especially with friends I haven't talked to in a while, your final fantasy XIV series gave me new insights into game design I hadn't previously considered, but most of all your crap guide to DnD made me the person I am now. The amount of friends I've made and fun I've had because the algorithm happened to recommend me some random video of yours could be measured in time, money, nor karma. I have even been taking upon myself to create my own tabletop games and supplements. These hobbies have become so much a source of happiness for me that I sincerely believe I would be a lesser person if you had not made such content. I only wish for you that you find every instant of peace and prosperity you deserve moving forward, and, if you so choose, you make yourself known if and when you ever come back to the internet, on whatever platform you choose.

[@KrisC1234]

Hey jocat, thank you for my childhood, I honestly don't think I would be here right now if it weren't for you. I wish you a stress free and happy life!

[@LShadowblade]

We love you Jo!

[@McCrackles]

Just wanted to say this for what its worth, thank you for everything. You're the reason I got over my anxiety and got into DND, why i met my girlfriend over it as well and then got into FF14, and experienced one of the best stories that will stick with me forever thru the game and it all wouldn't have happened if it wasn't for you and your funny, amazing videos. I'm sorry for all that's happened to you and I wish you the best, thank you so much for everything, much love to you 💕

[@22Arkantos]

One more voice to add to the cacophony of gratitude. Jo, you're one of the single best content creators on KZbin. Everything you do is so original and funny amd caring, and I can't thank you enough for that, but what I really want to thank you for is being you. I grew up in a repressive household but have never felt traditionally masculine, and your example of a better kind of masculinity, of just being yourself and caring for others, has helped guide my own path. I wish you all the best on your own and, while I hope you are able to come back someday, I would never want you to sacrifice your health for it. So please, stay away as long as you need, even if it's forever. Thanks again for everything.

[@jet_set8648]

For what it’s worth, JoCat, you’re the person who got me (and many, MANY others) into D&D, and you will be missed. Take however long of a hiatus you need; if you decide to return, we will all welcome you back with open arms. You’re amazing at what you do, and Twitter cops like blowing everything out of proportion.

[@matthewbannister3802]

Thank you so much for everything JoCat your videos helped me so much in a dark time of my life and i wish you nothing but the best for future ❤

[@sausoftheroll]

HI AGAIN, JO! 😁 Saus here! Bless your soul for being such a strong influence in the community, dood 💪 THANK YOU for sharing yourself & your talent, man.. Your animations are super fun to watch - I got a soft spot for art like that, hahaha ❤ You deserve to be yourself, bro! I'm sure we can all agree that you only ever mean well.. you have a huge community that loves you, and it's very clear that you have friends that will support you no matter what. Whatever step you decide to take next.. trust your gut & do what you truly feel is right, ok?! We'll be right behind you, man. Everything will be A-OK!

[@blazetigerfang7797]

Thank you for all the wonderful videos you've made, Jocat! I'm sorry that some people just can't be nice. We love you!

[@AgentAlask4]

Thanks so much for helping so many people man. You're a force for good in an angry world.

[@Medinaxz]

Grats JoCat, knew you could do it. And thank you for the memories. I'll remember seeing you grow from a little channel to now.

[@wingedparagon4448]

This is a sad day to learn this has happened. From D&D, to FF xiv to just helping and taking part in other KZbinrs streams (big thank you for tagging along on DipperDogs journey :) ), you are just a wholesome guy and I am saddened to hear what has happened, but completely understand why. I will still share your videos to friends and other gamers. To those who care and those you have touched, you have left a mark on our lives and you will not be forgotten. Safe travels on the journey of life, friend.

[@D_Peeks]

Thank you. For all the love all the passion and the inspiration you gave so many, myself included. I'm sad that I won't get to see you anymore, or see you react/play things in the future. But you also have my support to whatever venture you find yourself in. Good luck and truly what a lovely guy

[@teswa]

No matter what will happen next, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart, because your Crap Guide series was the last straw that convinced me to start playing D&D myself, not just watch content about it. And because later I discovered so many more awesome creators after DM video... I can only hope that you will come back to us with another banger!

[@danielhauck6748]

I saw you first through your monster hunter crap guides. They were and still are joyous little things to make me laugh whenever I watch them. Then I saw you getting into DnD guides and FFXIV guides, the latter of which I played with my girlfriend during that time. While I didn't watch your long formate stuff, every video I saw was filled with genuine good, joy and compassion. Your Gobbo is a glorious creature and thanks to you I have carried the Wiggler Helmet in World proudly into every fight. While I have not had the pleasure to meet you in person, everything you have created, but beyond that every touch of contact with your community that I have wittnessed has been nothing but pure, genuine, and positive. I understand the need for your decision, especially with a psychology background I get how this prolonged abuse grinds one down, particularly when contrasted to the person you wish to be or portray. I wish you that the screaming whakkos that have pushed you to this decission will face karma. Not harm, not despair, but some form of learning, though this is likely wishfull thinking. I also wish for you that the bad taste and bruises from these interactions will fade, so that you may see for yourself once more how much you mean to the community that you are a part of and that you have nurtured yourself. I hope you can look back at your channel in the future and smile at the works you have created. Your animations and songs. Your werid and wonderful. Your screams and gleeful laughs. May it all bring you joy again and may the bad that has come to pass, heal. Thank you for Everything Jo and stay the way you are, no matter where your journey from here on out will lead you. And please give Gobo a Cookie from this random stranger.

[@phoenix.236]

I will miss you immensely, JoCat. I only wish you the best from now on and a lot of healing & happiness. If you ever come back, the people who always loved and supported you (loudly or silently) will be there and if you will never come back we will still continue to always adore you and remember you. Please, take all the time for yourself. I'm sorry that people can not act with compassion and human decency on the internet at all. You've made me laugh during really bad months of depression and literal burn outs i was sick at home. Thank you for everything, you absolute gift to this world. You're one of the most cheerful and wholesome creators I had the pleasure to find and get to know. Thank you for everything that you've done for minorities as well. I wish I could send many many hugs your way. I hope you read this because you really helped me a lot and I can not express how much this means to me. Stay safe, stay healthy, stay happy. Enjoy the new year in ways you will choose to go & always remember that you're loved and a wonderful person.

[@derpbeholder1905]

We absolutely love you JoCat. You are a wonderful person and an inspiration to many.

[@danielmalinen6337]

Thank you for all these years, you were the warmest, nicest and the most cozy TTRPG streamer to follow. You will be so missed. People can be really jerks and cruel and you didn't deserve what you went through because of them; they hurt you and it's wrong.

[@frozentanukii]

I'll be honest, I haven't seen very much of JoCat's stuff. I follow him on twitch, and I've watched little bits of his streams, but the main place I know him from is Shenpai's content. That's where I've found him in the first place. But even though I haven't seen much of him, he was an important part of the internet to me. Just knowing in the back of my mind that he was on the internet and doing stuff was uplifting, in a way. He was this cheerful and honest person that collabed with Shen occasionally, but every time I saw someone doing a collab with him, I instantly watched it. His twitter post on how neither trans people nor cis people need to pass is one of my favourite internet posts of all time. The clips I've seen of him are enjoyable, and that impact he made on me and other people is *impactful*. He's an internet treasure. So, thank you JoCat. If you ever do decide to return, I'll gladly start watching your stuff more, because I know now not to take good content creators for granted. And if you decide that this isn't for you, then that's completely understandable. Wherever life takes you, I hope you have a good time with it.

[@anonj.9440]

Congrats on your Ultimate clear Jo! I know this moment is bittersweet, but after the support you've gotten from so many fans, I think you're even more justified to step away from content creation than before. Restore that light in you; the light that has been blocked out by the terrible people, who would wish you and your loved ones harm. Take joy in knowing you leave viewers like me with a smile on their face, after seeing the support you give to others and yourself. Happy New Year

[@monarchofvegetables960]

Thanks for all the good memories Jo! I started playing DnD because of your art, and met the best friends I've ever had through that. I hope you find happiness, but I'll eagerly wait to see you back again.

[@LufaToob]

I've loved all your content since the very first time I found something of yours. I've watched the Crap Guide to D&D many, many times and showed it to my friends who are new to it. I loved watching your NG+ of Shadowbringers, and I feel so, so honored to have been in one of your favorite dungeons of it. (Hi, I'm Kitraen Xia, and I healed you. I was on the list twice, cause I wasn't picked a few times, but your hype and joy in the one I was picked for made me so excited to play.) I love how happy you are in so many of your videos, and I am saddened that you've been hurt by people who can't or won't understand you. I am hurt that you were hurt, and I wish you all the best. Love you, man, be well.

[@cruye9633]

Thank you JoCat. Your 300 hours video is what got me through ARR.

[@barongrimoire9043]

Thank you JoCat, for all the joy and fun you’ve shared with us. You made this small piece of the internet better just by being part of it. I hope that you continue to find happiness wherever your life leads. If you return to making content, people will be here to say “Welcome back.” But even if you don’t return to the internet, I’m still glad I got to watch your videos. See you later, and thanks for being here

[@christinethomas4252]

You deserve all the good things, JoCat. You are such a genuine, kind soul, it's hardly a wonder why so many people saw entertainment and comfort in your content. Over the years I've loved seeing you being JoCrap, but by far the best part of this journey was seeing JoCat, the person behind the character and the videos. I feel like so many people are better off for you simply existing in this community. You matter because you've always understood other people matter. I'm sad to see you go but I'm so happy to see you finally do something for yourself after putting other people first for so long. Thank you for all the funds raised for amazing charities, the genuine spit-take triggering laughs, the feelings of excitement I got every time I saw a new upload, all the "awww!" for all the little Gobboventures videos. It's been such a delight.

[@skyrim17]

Thank you for all you have done JoCat you inspired me and so many others be well on what ever path you take, we all support you

[@skivvac]

Just started my journey into TOP, and after one night of a ton of dying to P1 and a little bit of attempting P2, this video has filled me with both terror of what's to come and determination to see it through. Thank you JoCat, not just for the hope that now builds inside of me but for all the videos you have made and all the joy you have brought to this world.

[@Joeyonax]

Hey, I only started watching when you began the first monster hunter crap guide series but I remember you posting on reddit about struggling to feel valuable in the space and I know my voice was just one of many in the crowd telling you how valuable you really are. Heck, I got my first reddit gold (back when that was still at least somewhat impressive) in one of those threads talking about how much of a difference you were making just by bringing more smiles and laughter into people's lives. I hadn't realised that I was trans then. I think I had some inkling that I wasn't cisgender but I hadn't put in enough of the work to figure out where I was yet. And hoo-boy is being trans hard, even without publicly coming out. Just existing on the internet and seeing how much negativity I'll be facing for the rest of my life simply because of who I am is harder than I know how to put into words. And, in the middle of one of the hardest times I've had to deal with for that, you announced the TOP charity drive and became one of the few lights in a very dark space promising safety and positivity. You've done so much for me and you've never even heard my name (new or old) or seen my face. If there's anyone in this community who deserves to call themselves a warrior of light, it's you Jocat. Because you really are a beacon of hope for so many people. Thank you for being our paladin, thank you for being our shield. I hope you're afforded the rest you deserve

[@emeraldstag]

Thank you for everything. I'll be awaiting your potential return with open arms. Your content over the years has filled me with so much joy, thank you. So much for being with us and sharing you sense of humor and talent.

[@int3r4ct]

Thanks for everything JoCat. Hopefully you’re safe and happy! I appreciate what you shared with us and hope things work out for you.

[@phestojen7966]

Jocat, it is without any sense of overexageration or philegree that I say you have truly been an inspiration and a deep source of joy. It was through YOU that I was able to solidify my now unbelievably important love of Dungeons and Dragons. The joy and creativity you brought to learning about a system I was almost so intimidated by that I never tried quite literally changed my life for the better. It was your antics and passion for Monster Hunter that made me try to bumble my way through the wild and crazy world of nigh insurmountable challenges and though it wasn't my cup of tea in the end, I was better for having tried it at all. Finally, it was the unbelievable amount of fun I've had watching your streams and how you bounce off of the friends you keep that made me try FFXIV, a game I was too afraid to try not only because of the cost but the genre. I now own all of the expansions and eagerly await the Dawntrail expansion, too. I've been playing with my friends whom I rekindled a spark of comraderie and enjoyment with as I panic my way through dungeons desperately trying to keep everyone alive. You are, without a doubt, one of the most influential figures in my adult life, and I can't express to you how much you mean to me as a content creator. I'm going to miss you dearly, and I don't know what to say that others haven't already. I'm sorry that ANY of this happened to you because you in no way, shape, form, or consciousness did anything wrong. The only thing that was wrong were the people who lessened themselves by threatening you, your friends, and your family. As much as I wish that you would stay, I can't blame you nor do I hold it against you for your departure. You've put your life and the lives of those who care for you first, and that is an honorable decision. From one bard to another, I do sincerely hope our paths cross again, but until then, I'll make sure to keep watching your videos until that day comes. If you do return however know this much. There will ALWAYS be a seat at the tavern for you. Thank you, with much love and appreciation.

[@Kuromaza]

There's over a thousand comments and almost every single one is saying how much they love you JoCat and how much you mean to them. So even though it's the exact same as everyone else, i'm going to add my voice to the hoard wishing you well and letting you know that you have inspired and delighted so many of us. So many of us want what's best for you and are hoping that whatever happens you have joy and peace. Much love JoCat, one SnS main to another.

[@Fonzie4444]

Genuinely my favorite variety animation KZbinr there ever was, I'll miss you man, I wish you the most enjoyable life a person can have.

[@SwiftGale1]

It's gonna be sad as hell to see Jo disappear for a bit (Maybe forever). Sorry that there are people out there who want to make other peoples' lives miserable. Hope nothing but the best for you, Jo.

[@pandaua7426]

JoCat, there really isn't much to say in my part since I can't even fathom what you've been through. All I wanted to say is thank you, for everything that you have done, if you ever decide to come back or not that's up to you. And again, thank you for everything and I hope your life is beautiful as it is great. Edit: Oh right and congrats on your raid and presentation turning out so well. You definitely needed the happiness it gave you after everything.