JakeStoanes

After an excessively long time of prep work that ultimately went out the window, then a couple months of trial and error, I was able to fulfill a promise I made to @nihmune almost a year ago... I present, the Noomelephant.

RE: StreamElements To get everyone on the same page, here's a breakdown on what's happening, because rumors always travel further and faster in a vacuum. Earlier today, there was an initial rumor that StreamElements was laying off all staff and shutting down. I heard this secondhand from a trusted source, but, like any rumor, it was not confirmed; it was merely a starting point. (I personally require at least two independent sources to confirm a story, as individuals can make mistakes or misinterpret the facts, especially if there's a reason that might make it personal.) Since then, this single source has repeated this story to everyone in his StreamElements Sponsorship Discord (not the official one), and as such, it has been shared as a rumor widely across streamer Twitter. Yes, he does work for StreamElements as a Creator Success Manager. So, he does have credibility. At the same time, I have attempted to get secondary confirmation from anyone at StreamElements - but have been unable to. Every person I have spoken to about this (creators, former SE staff, media people) has the same source... the person mentioned above. Now that said, let's talk contributing factors: 1. StreamElements continues to be silent on the matter. 2. They have been slow to pay users in recent weeks. 3. They seem to have been removed from Twitch's Third Party sponsorship offers. 4. They have been soliciting donations to keep the service free. 5. They have had numerous layoffs over the last few years, and more have left of their own volition in the last few months. On the other hand, it's unusual to simply shut down a service with hundreds of thousands of users without first becoming a paid service. Or maybe just shutting down part of the service and focusing wholly on the sponsorship side. Either way, it's unusual. This entire thing is unusual. And while the rumors may end up being true, I don't feel confident saying that yet. As I said, my standard is at least two independent confirmations - more is better. I always prefer being right to being first. That said, given the situation as presented, it may still be worthwhile to ensure any SEPay money is requested, and you may want to download your alerts (or move to an alternative, such as Streamlabs. Disclosure: I have a partnership with them - but an easy link to do so is attached below.) If I learn more before StreamElements addresses it publicly themselves, I will share whatever facts I can confirm.

My hearfelt sympathies Tuition Teacher…

@skignorf I am really hoping I can get into CGW. I love Helldivers 2, been playing since release. It just seems like a nice way to get a breath of fresh air and reinvigorate that love for the project I had originally.

Yes, CGW is real! But please keep in mind: CGW is not meant to be a replacement or a "better" version of the base game, but instead a fan made project just for fun. Please do not use it as a way to discredit Arrowhead's work as the project wouldn't be possible without them.

@shoe0nhead I am really looking forward to him not watching this one or reacting to it at all as well. Surely.

NEW VIDEO watch me and my emotional support anime girl laugh at some guy i footmogged youtu.be/YejsikLDLF4?si…

@RivaVTuber For what it is worth, my birthdays are a really depressing experience. Being able to hang out during your stream just being dumb made it a fun day.

@JakeStoanes i genuinely love chatting with you guys it makes me days so much better

i've been having a tough time for a bit and honestly if it weren't for my community and friends i would not still be doing content creation i feel. so i just wanted to say thank you truly for supporting me even when times are rough cuz i do love vtubing so much 💜🥹

@KiriAhri youtube.com/shorts/9t7se9m… hope this helps then!

My comfort/cope this week has been watching bird videos. Birds are so cool.

@berrycrepe Get parried nerd

Good morning. Catch

@Blurbstv This is amazing. I would want to use this setup so badly

I recreated AOL Instant Messenger so I can message Twitch chat live, inside of an entirely custom retro PC setup. Welcome to unc-maxxing.

@CakeableMable Uh oh erm... it's not my fault your two accounts names so so close to each other! hahaha thank you Mable!

@JakeStoanes I didn't expect to be tagged on this account... *ahem* HAPPY BDAY JAKE!

IT'S MY BIRTHDAY 🥳 Would make my day if 1 of my fav vtubers would wish me a happy bday @berrycrepe @chibidoki @Ervsona @FroggyLoch @LaynaLazar @CakeableMable @MataraKan @Meis_AP_Cafe @Nagzz21 @ThePapaMutt @RivaVTuber @shylilytwitch @zentreya haha jk....unless?

@some_jobber Thank you Jobber!

@JakeStoanes @berrycrepe @chibidoki @Ervsona @FroggyLoch @LaynaLazar @CakeableMable @MataraKan @Meis_AP_Cafe @Nagzz21 @ThePapaMutt @RivaVTuber @shylilytwitch @zentreya happy birthday big dawg

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@berrycrepe Thank you so much Berry! You an get a crumb... maybe.

@CamrynP123 Thank you!

@JakeStoanes @berrycrepe @chibidoki @Ervsona @FroggyLoch @LaynaLazar @CakeableMable @MataraKan @Meis_AP_Cafe @Nagzz21 @ThePapaMutt @RivaVTuber @shylilytwitch @zentreya

@Jewelscore Thank you!

@JakeStoanes Happy Birthday!

@Ervsona I will be sure to add that to my wishlist. Just need a computer upgrade to handle OBS just for you.

@JakeStoanes Start streaming so I can throw retaliating bday bits at you

@CasualGamerDad1 Thank you so much!

@JakeStoanes @berrycrepe @chibidoki @Ervsona @FroggyLoch @LaynaLazar @CakeableMable @MataraKan @Meis_AP_Cafe @Nagzz21 @ThePapaMutt @RivaVTuber @shylilytwitch @zentreya Might not be one of your favorite vtubers, but happy birthday!

@ThePapaMutt Thank you so much Papa! I'll cringe it up for sure! Ah ha

@JakeStoanes @berrycrepe @chibidoki @Ervsona @FroggyLoch @LaynaLazar @CakeableMable @MataraKan @Meis_AP_Cafe @Nagzz21 @RivaVTuber @shylilytwitch @zentreya haha ur older and therefor more cringe everyone point and laugh ..happy birthday tho big dog

Do your viewers do this too?

@Meis_AP_Cafe Thank you so much, Mei! ありがとうございます !

@JakeStoanes Awww Jake!!! Happy Birthday!!! お誕生日おめでとうございます!！