TLDR;
The video is about Emaru opening up about the psychological and domestic abuse, stalking and harassment, sexual assault, and threats of blackmail she experienced from Mizkiff. She explains why she's speaking out now, detailing the timeline of their relationship, the abusive behaviors she endured, and the steps she's taken to separate herself. She also shares evidence of Mizkiff's continued attempts to contact her and his efforts to manipulate others against her.
- Emaru details the reasons for speaking out, including concern for others' safety and Mizkiff's threats.
- She recounts the progression of abuse, from controlling behavior to physical and emotional incidents.
- Emaru shares instances of stalking and harassment post-breakup, including attempts to contact her and manipulate mutual acquaintances.
Reasons for Speaking Out [0:01]
Emaru explains that she is breaking her silence due to concerns that Mizkiff might harm others, referencing a recent incident similar to her own experience. She also reveals that Mizkiff has been indirectly threatening her through friends and colleagues, warning of a smear campaign if she speaks out. Mizkiff allegedly planned to accuse her of animal cruelty, specifically killing her own rabbits. Emaru clarifies that she will share screenshots to validate her claims and has obtained permission from other creators to mention their names, asking viewers not to harass them for more information.
Relationship Timeline and Early Signs of Abuse [7:06]
Emaru recounts moving in with Mizkiff at the end of 2021 due to stalker issues in Kansas and entering a relationship with him in January 2022 after joining OTK. She describes the relationship as private and codependent, with Mizkiff initially portraying himself as supportive and protective. However, early signs of controlling behavior emerged, such as dictating what she wore and who she befriended. He would throw bottles and his phone at her, causing injuries, which he dismissed as accidents. Emaru identifies these incidents as the beginning of him testing her boundaries.
Escalation of Abuse and Controlling Behavior [11:08]
Following the cover-up allegations at the end of 2022, Mizkiff's behavior worsened. He became controlling over her streaming schedule, limiting her to Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. During a Rust Kingdom event in 2024, he became upset when Emaru had higher viewership, leading to suicidal messages and him slamming doors, even breaking the front door. He accused her of taking from him and demanded she continue her stream as if nothing was wrong.
Domestic Abuse and Isolation [19:58]
After the Rust event, the domestic abuse escalated. Mizkiff destroyed furniture and walls, and Emaru often locked herself in her stream room to escape him. He would bang on the door and scream at her. He also engaged in reckless driving, threatening to kill them both. His anger was often triggered by professional jealousy, such as Mr. Beast inviting another streamer to a video. Emaru felt trapped, needing to constantly prove her value while being punished for outperforming him. She would sneak into Esen's house for peace, but Mizkiff would follow her there to continue berating her.
Sexual Assault and Attempts to Maintain Appearances [28:10]
A week after a breakup in October, Mizkiff came to Emaru's house seeking closure. While comforting her, he sexually assaulted her. He left abruptly without apologizing, making her feel weird. Emaru continued to make excuses for his behavior, fearing the impact on their shared social circles. Mizkiff coached her to tell people he never hit her, attempting to downplay the abuse.
Continued Harassment and Manipulation [32:08]
During Only Fangs 2, Mizkiff berated Emaru for playing the same class as him in WoW, fearing comparisons. He sent her demeaning messages during her streams, showcasing his insecurity and control. He admitted that he needed to appear to be able to hit on other girls to get his career back. He also made disparaging remarks about other streamers in Austin, leading Emaru to finally ignore his calls and messages.
Cutting Contact and Ongoing Stalking [39:52]
Emaru has not spoken to Mizkiff since January of this year, but he has attempted to contact her over 40 times through various means. Initially, the messages were simple, but they escalated over time. She also had to avoid events to prevent in-person interactions. At a party, he was seen monitoring her, and later, someone revealed he had been checking every room to find her.
Exploitation of Personal Trauma and Threats [47:30]
Emaru recounts how Mizkiff exploited the Santa Monica Pier attack on her, Valkyrie, and Senna by sharing her personal stalker stories without permission, framing himself as a hero. He also threatened to destroy her if she spoke about the abuse, even approaching her employees with this threat at TwitchCon. Despite all of this, Emaru has been building a new life and is now filing a restraining order against him in both Texas and California.
Asmongold's Perspective and Support [1:07:32]
Asmongold shares his perspective, confirming that he tried to call Mizkiff during the Santa Monica Pier incident but his calls were declined. He explains that he has distanced himself from Mizkiff and was unaware of the full extent of the abuse. He apologizes for platforming Mizkiff and acknowledges the trauma caused by the situation. He clarifies that Mizkiff never explicitly did anything bad to him personally.