TLDR;
This video covers the scandal surrounding Gao, the illustrator for the VTuber Minato Aqua (now known as Sakuna Yuki). Gao was accused of having inappropriate relationships with underage girls, including using one of them as inspiration for his adult manga. The scandal led to Gao's career collapsing, as various companies and publishers cut ties with him. The video also discusses the legal implications of Gao's actions and the broader issues around sexual crimes in the Japanese entertainment industry.
Cory Cory's Exposé [0:00]
Cory Cory, a notorious YouTuber known for exposing scandals, announced that he would make accusations related to former Hololive member Minato Aqua. This set the VTuber community on edge, as Aqua was a beloved and foundational member of Hololive. Cory Cory's live stream revealed that the scandal was not about Aqua herself, but rather her illustrator, Gao. Gao had allegedly engaged in inappropriate relationships with underage girls, including one who was 14 years old at the time. Gao admitted to these accusations during the live stream.
Sakuna Yuki's Response [16:25]
After the scandal broke, Sakuna Yuki (the new identity of Minato Aqua) addressed the situation. She announced that she would no longer be working with Gao, and that she was in discussions to find a new illustrator. Yuki expressed her shock and frustration over the situation, acknowledging the chaos it had caused behind the scenes and the financial impact it had on her activities.
Gao's Downfall [21:01]
Following Cory Cory's exposé, Gao's professional relationships began to collapse. Multiple companies and publishers, including those behind the light novel series he had worked on, announced that they were cutting ties with him and replacing his illustrations. Gao's online presence was also erased, with his accounts and fan pages being shut down.