TLDR;
This video provides an update on the Keta/Coma agency situation, a Filipino VTuber agency that faced numerous controversies. It covers new information that has surfaced since the original video, including allegations of manipulation, abuse, and exploitation by the agency's founder, Jira. The video highlights the experiences of former talents who have come forward to share their stories, the community's reaction, and the steps being taken to support those affected.
- Jira's history with the Oto Project and his controlling behavior.
- Terumi's account of Jira's disturbing behavior and fantasies.
- Moji's revelations about manipulation, lies, and an illegal exit form.
- Elaine's account of the relationship with Jira, health issues, and the aftermath.
- The community's response and the path forward for the talents involved.
Introduction [0:00]
The video revisits the Keta agency situation, prompted by fans who felt many questions remained unanswered. Despite the events occurring two years prior, much information was concealed, leaving talents and fans without closure. The video aims to address these unresolved issues and share new information that has come to light, emphasizing that the story deserves to be told properly.
Jira's Background and The Oto Project [2:41]
Before founding Keta, Jira was part of a VTuber group called The Oto Project. Initially, his interactions were positive, but his attitude changed as he became more involved. He became controlling, micromanaged talents, and focused on the financial aspects, shifting the group's dynamic from a supportive circle to a company-like structure. A minor incident involving the invitation of an outside talent led to Jira's departure from Oto, as he felt the group was not professional enough for his ambitions.
Terumi's Story [5:05]
Terumi, a former Indie YouTuber, shares her personal relationship with Jira before Keta's existence. Jira reached out as a fan, developed a close relationship, and shared his dream of starting a VTuber company. However, he later revealed disturbing fantasies about sexually exploiting his VTuber talents and asked Terumi to roleplay these scenarios with him. Despite initially promising her a role in his company, Jira did not allow her to audition for Keta, stating she wasn't good enough for his vision. He showed her the Keta handbook, claiming it was based on entertainment industry theories, and emphasized treating talents like little sisters. An incident during a Christmas call led to Jira blacklisting Terumi from Keta entirely.
Moji's Revelations [9:56]
Two days after the initial video, Virgil, formerly of Keta, revealed her new persona, Moji, and exposed the truth about her time at Keta. She revealed the manipulation and abuse she endured, leading to a wave of anger and frustration among fans. Moji agreed with a user's statement about Jira taking away friends and their dreams, revealing that the amount of manipulation and abuse they suffered was insane. She also disclosed that Jira constantly threatened them with his connections, promising to ruin their track record if they disobeyed him. During a strike, he threatened legal action if they didn't defend him. Moji also revealed that Jira and his staff held their final salaries hostage unless they signed an exit form with a clause preventing legal charges for any criminal activity committed by the company against them.
Elaine's Account [17:24]
Elaine, another former Keta talent, shared her experiences using a burner account, citing fear of consequences due to the contract and NDA with Keta. She acknowledged her lapse in judgment in engaging in a relationship with Jira, who pursued her while she was in a vulnerable state. Jira pressured her to continue taking birth control pills despite her pre-diabetes diagnosis, leading to her developing type 2 diabetes. Elaine clarified that she never lived with Jira, despite photos taken at the same location. She confirmed the diagnoses shared by Keta, including deafness in her right ear and schizoaffective disorder. Elaine also addressed her appearance on Jira's stream after her graduation, stating it was a mistake and that she was not siding with him. She expressed the immense pain and struggles she endured, including breakdowns and attempts to take her own life.
Community Response and Moving Forward [24:36]
The community's response to Elaine's revelations was overwhelming, with many expressing closure and others pure outrage. Some defended Jira, leading to intense debate. Others refuted these defenses, stating that positive experiences do not excuse his actions. The video emphasizes the importance of supporting the talents as they rebuild and reconnect with their fans. It concludes by stating that the true victory lies in the talents reclaiming their identities and thriving, while Jira faces the consequences of his choices.