Kick streamer Asmongold (Zack Hoyt) has mutually parted ways with Mythic Talent, the streamer talent agency he co-founded in 2023. The agency confirmed the split in a public statement that emphasized an “environment grounded in respect and responsibility,” but did not provide specific reasons. The timing has fueled speculation that the departure may be connected to Hoyt’s recent remarks about a school bombing tied to U.S. airstrikes in Iran, though neither Mythic nor Hoyt has publicly confirmed that link.
What Happened: Mythic Confirms a “Mutual” Split
Mythic Talent announced that it had spoken with Asmongold and that the two sides “mutually agreed to part ways,” according to a statement posted from Mythic’s official account. The message was notably light on details, but it did underline the agency’s positioning and values going forward.
In the same statement, Mythic said it “represents creators from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives” and is “committed to fostering an environment grounded in respect and responsibility.” The agency also said it remains focused on supporting its roster and continuing its mission to help creators build “sustainable, long-term careers.”
While the statement confirmed the separation, it did not clarify what changed, why it happened now, or what the split means for any existing business relationships. As of the time of reporting referenced , Asmongold had not commented publicly on the departure.
Why People Think It’s Related: The School Bombing Comment and Iran Airstrikes
Because Mythic’s statement did not cite a cause, attention has shifted to the most recent controversy surrounding Hoyt. Earlier in the week, Hoyt reportedly said he wouldn’t be “emotionally blackmailed” into feeling bad about the bombing of a girl’s elementary school during U.S. airstrikes in Iran—an attack that was reported to have killed more than 150 civilians.
That remark has become a focal point for speculation about why Mythic and Hoyt separated, with some observers connecting the timing of the statement to the backlash around those comments. However, the available information stops short of confirmation: the available reporting indicates that it’s speculation, not an established reason given by Mythic or Hoyt.
TheGamer’s reporting similarly notes that it is “not entirely clear” what caused the split, while pointing to speculation that Hoyt’s recent comments about U.S. airstrikes in Iran could have contributed. In other words, the “possibly due to” framing reflects the current state of public information: a confirmed split, paired with an unconfirmed rationale.
Context: A Long Track Record of Controversy Around Asmongold
Hoyt has been a prominent and polarizing figure for years, and the split is landing against that backdrop. TheGamer describes him as a “controversial” streamer and notes that he was formerly known for World of Warcraft content before shifting more toward politics and gaming drama in recent years.
Both reports included examples of prior controversies associated with Hoyt. TheGamer references past incidents including a comparison involving Andrew Tate and Martin Luther King, and also notes that Hoyt was previously banned from Twitch after saying Palestinian people are “terrible people” from an “inferior culture,” which TheGamer says he later apologized for.
Kotaku characterizes Hoyt as a “lightning rod for controversy,” pointing to routine incendiary statements and his tendency to stir drama. It also notes that he frequently rants against liberal politics and “wokeness,” and that he has been at the center of multiple firestorms.
This history is part of why the timing of Mythic’s decision is being scrutinized. Kotaku notes that, given Hoyt’s past behavior and prior remarks about the Middle East, it would be “an odd reason” to drop him over this behavior now—though it also points out that the military actions in Iran are described as increasingly unpopular among the public. That framing underscores the uncertainty: the split is real, but the precise trigger remains unverified.
Mythic Talent’s Week Gets Messier: Separate Allegations Involving Vtuber Grimmi
Complicating the story is that Mythic Talent has also faced a separate controversy in the same 24-hour window, according to Kotaku. Vtuber Grimmi alleged that Mythic skimmed money from sponsorships and pocketed it, claiming her payouts were inconsistent with previous contractual agreements and that hundreds of dollars were missing.
Kotaku reports that the allegations circulated widely enough to prompt an official response from Mythic only hours after the statement about Asmongold. In that follow-up statement, Mythic said: “The claims that Mythic ‘skimmed’ funds from her two campaigns are factually incorrect,” adding that its records indicate Grimmi was paid in full for both cited activations, per contract terms.
It’s not clear from the provided reporting whether these two situations—Asmongold’s departure and the Grimmi allegations—are connected. The available reporting presents them as separate developments occurring close together, contributing to a broader sense of turmoil around the agency’s public image and operations.
What Remains Unknown
- The exact reason Mythic Talent and Asmongold “mutually” parted ways, beyond public speculation.
- Whether Hoyt’s school bombing comment and remarks about U.S. airstrikes in Iran were a direct factor in the split.
- Any details about the terms of the separation (contractual status, ongoing obligations, or representation changes), which were not provided in the statements cited.
- Whether Asmongold will issue a public explanation; as of the time of reporting , he had not commented.
- The outcome of vtuber Grimmi’s allegations and whether any additional information will emerge beyond Mythic’s denial.
