One True King

One True King, commonly known as OTK, is an American media organization and creator network headquartered in Austin, Texas. It operates through OTK Media, Inc. and is best known for bringing together livestreamers and online personalities under a shared media, entertainment, and lifestyle identity. Rather than presenting itself solely as a conventional esports team, OTK has generally emphasized creator-led programming, collaborative content, live events, talent development, and consumer-facing projects connected to gaming and internet culture. The organization was formed on October 11, 2020, by Asmongold, Mizkif, Esfand, Rich Campbell, and TipsOut. Its founding concept centered on a group of established creators building an organization around personal relationships and shared production rather than relying primarily on outside corporate ownership. OTK’s initial public launch included a professional World of Warcraft roster, but the company’s broader identity quickly developed around Twitch and YouTube entertainment. Nick Polom, known online as Nmplol, joined as a creator and co-owner later in October 2020, expanding the ownership group and the network’s on-camera presence. During its first years, OTK combined livestreaming with structured shows and event programming. Its output included quiz and panel formats such as OTK Schooled and OTK Parasocial, sports-oriented programming such as OTK Game Day, gaming showcases, and coverage of major gaming events. The organization also used charity streams as a recurring part of its public activity, particularly in support of Games for Love. These initiatives helped establish OTK as a media brand rather than simply a roster competing under a team name. OTK has also created or supported adjacent businesses. It partnered with WePlay Esports on production and event initiatives, including the OTK Games Expo. In 2022, OTK helped launch Starforge Systems, a gaming-PC company established with creator Cr1TiKaL. In 2023, it announced Mythic Talent, a talent-management business, and Mad Mushroom, a game-publishing venture. These projects broadened OTK’s commercial footprint beyond advertising and creator sponsorships. Membership and ownership have changed substantially over time. Emiru and Sodapoppin became co-owners, while several prominent creators joined and later departed. Rich Campbell resigned in 2022 following sexual-assault allegations; BruceDropEmOff left in 2023; Tectone departed after his contract ended in 2024; Asmongold stepped away from leadership in 2024 and later announced that he had left; and WillNeff announced his departure in 2025. OTK also faced public scrutiny surrounding allegations involving Mizkif. The organization placed him on leave in 2022, reinstated him after an investigation did not find direct evidence that he had attempted to cover up sexual assault, and later stated in 2025 that he had been terminated and no longer held an ownership interest. These events illustrate the reputational and governance challenges faced by creator-led media organizations. OTK remains an active private media and entertainment brand focused on online video, livestreaming, creator collaboration, gaming culture, and affiliated ventures. Its exact corporate ownership, current creator roster, and operational structure can change frequently, so membership and leadership information should be treated as time-sensitive.

One True King was established on October 11, 2020, by Asmongold, Mizkif, Esfand, Rich Campbell, and TipsOut. The founders described the project as an organization built around friendship and creator collaboration. Its launch included a professional World of Warcraft roster consisting of Trill, Mes, Cdew, and Samiyam. The team competed during the Shadowlands expansion and achieved a third-place North American finish in the first season of the Arena World Championship. OTK later decided not to renew the roster’s contracts for the next expansion. The organization’s wider business model developed around online entertainment rather than a single game. Nmplol joined as a content creator and co-owner in October 2020. OTK also worked with Complexity Gaming to produce coverage of the Race to World First, using roundtable discussion and creator commentary to turn a competitive event into a broader media property. In 2021, Cyr and Tectone joined the creator network, followed by Emiru in January 2022 and BruceDropEmOff in March 2022. Sodapoppin joined in July 2022 as a creator and co-owner. OTK expanded its programming through shows including OTK Schooled, a quiz format hosted by Mizkif; OTK Game Day, a sports-oriented program hosted by Nmplol; and OTK Parasocial, a survey-based game show announced in 2021. The network also pursued live events and external partnerships. Its partnership with WePlay Esports produced the OTK Games Expo, which highlighted independent games. OTK’s charitable activity included repeated Games for Love streams and fundraising related to humanitarian relief after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The company’s commercial interests broadened in 2022 and 2023. OTK helped establish Starforge Systems with Cr1TiKaL, a gaming-PC business that faced criticism over initial product pricing and responded with reductions. In 2023, OTK announced Mythic Talent, a talent-management company, and Mad Mushroom, a game publisher. These initiatives positioned OTK as a small media ecosystem spanning creators, production, technology, and gaming businesses. Membership changes and controversies became a significant part of OTK’s later history. The organization ended its Artesian Builds partnership in 2022 after a giveaway controversy involving that company. Mizkif was placed on leave in September 2022 after allegations concerning his handling of an alleged sexual-assault incident, as well as renewed attention to older racist and homophobic comments. OTK later announced that an investigation did not find direct evidence of an attempted cover-up and reinstated him. Rich Campbell resigned in December 2022 after sexual-assault allegations. Jschlatt left the organization that month while retaining an advisory relationship with its YouTube team and an interest in Starforge Systems. BruceDropEmOff left in January 2023. Emiru became a co-owner in January 2023, and ExtraEmily joined as a content creator. WillNeff joined in February 2024 but announced his departure in May 2025. Asmongold stepped away from OTK and Starforge leadership in October 2024 after backlash over comments about Palestinians affected by the Gaza war, then announced his full departure in February 2025. Tectone left in November 2024 when his contract expired. In late 2025, Emiru publicly accused Mizkif of misconduct including unwanted physical contact, emotional abuse, and stalking. Mizkif disputed the more serious allegations. OTK subsequently stated that Mizkif had been terminated and no longer held stakes in OTK or affiliated companies. Mizkif then filed a federal lawsuit naming Emiru, Asmongold, OTK Media, and other defendants. Because creator memberships and corporate relationships are fluid, the organization’s current roster requires periodic verification.

• 2023

  Mythic Talent and Mad Mushroom announced

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  OTK expands into talent management and game publishing.

• 2022

  Starforge Systems announced

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  OTK and Cr1TiKaL launch an affiliated gaming-PC company.

• 2021

  OTK reaches the Arena World Championship semifinals

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  The team finishes third in North America during the Shadowlands season.

• 2020

  One True King is founded

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  Asmongold, Mizkif, Esfand, Rich Campbell, and TipsOut establish OTK as a creator-led media organization.

• 2020

  Initial World of Warcraft roster announced

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  OTK launches with a competitive roster for Blizzard-sanctioned World of Warcraft events.

A creator-first media and lifestyle organization combining livestream personalities, entertainment formats, gaming culture, events, and adjacent technology and talent ventures.

• Digital media · 2020

  OTK livestream and video network

  The core OTK offering is a network of livestreams, videos, podcasts, collaborative broadcasts, and creator-led entertainment distributed through platforms such as Twitch and YouTube. It is built around recognizable personalities and shared production rather than a conventional scripted television catalog.

• Game show

  OTK Schooled

  A quiz-show format produced by OTK and hosted by Mizkif. Contestants answer school-themed questions in a creator-centered format, with the program becoming known for its entertainment value and disputes over alleged cheating.

• Gaming event · 2022

  OTK Games Expo

  A gaming showcase developed with WePlay Esports that presented games, particularly from independent developers, through OTK’s online entertainment ecosystem.

• Gaming computers · 2022

  Starforge Systems

  An affiliated gaming-PC company launched by OTK and Cr1TiKaL. It sells prebuilt computers aimed at gaming audiences and received early public criticism regarding pricing before reducing prices on products.

• Talent management · 2023

  Mythic Talent

  A talent-management business announced by OTK in 2023 to represent and support online creators. It was co-founded by OTK figures and William Lucas, who was identified as its chief executive.

• Game publishing · 2023

  Mad Mushroom

  A game-publishing company announced during the 2023 OTK Games Expo, extending OTK’s involvement in gaming beyond content production and event presentation.

• 2025

  Mizkif termination and subsequent lawsuit

  After Emiru made public allegations of misconduct, OTK said Mizkif had been terminated and had no remaining ownership stake. Mizkif disputed aspects of the allegations and filed a federal lawsuit against several parties, including OTK Media.

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• 2024

  Backlash over Asmongold comments

  Asmongold stepped away from leadership positions after backlash over comments concerning Palestinians affected by the Gaza war.

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• 2022

  Artesian Builds partnership controversy

  OTK ended its partnership with Artesian Builds after controversy surrounding a giveaway conducted by the PC company.

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• 2022

  Mizkif allegations and leave of absence

  Mizkif faced allegations that he had minimized or helped cover up an alleged sexual-assault incident and scrutiny over older offensive comments. OTK placed him on leave, later announced an investigation outcome, and reinstated him.

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• 2022

  Rich Campbell resignation

  Rich Campbell resigned from OTK after sexual-assault allegations.

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• 2023Charity Lift-A-Thon

  United States · Online

  Esfand and OTK organized a weightlifting fundraiser in which participants sought to lift one pound for every dollar donated, benefiting Games for Love.

  Outcome. The event raised more than $140,601.

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• 2022Ukraine relief fundraising

  United States · Online

  OTK held two streams supporting relief efforts for people affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

  Outcome. The streams raised more than $500,000.

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• 2021Games for Love charity streams

  United States · Online

  OTK conducted additional fundraising streams for Games for Love in March and June, using creator broadcasts to mobilize its audience.

  Outcome. The March stream raised $600,000 and the June two-day stream raised $593,597.

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• 2020Games for Love Pokémon charity stream

  United States · Online

  OTK held a charity stream supporting Games for Love that used the opening of rare Pokémon cards as the central entertainment activity and raised more than $250,000.

  Outcome. More than $250,000 was raised.

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• 2023

  Expansion into talent management and publishingStrategy

  Background

  OTK was broadening beyond creator programming into businesses that could support and monetize gaming and internet talent.

  Action taken

  OTK announced Mythic Talent in February and Mad Mushroom in June.

  Aftermath

  The announcements established adjacent activities in creator representation and game publishing.

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• 2022

  End of Artesian Builds partnershipOther

  Background

  Artesian Builds became embroiled in controversy over a giveaway, creating reputational risk for its partners.

  Action taken

  OTK announced that it had parted ways with Artesian Builds.

  Aftermath

  OTK shifted its hardware-related ambitions toward the later Starforge Systems venture.

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• 2022

  Launch of Starforge SystemsProduct launch

  Background

  OTK sought to extend its creator and gaming audience into consumer hardware.

  Action taken

  OTK and Cr1TiKaL announced Starforge Systems as a gaming-PC company.

  Aftermath

  The company faced criticism over initial prices and responded by reducing prices by $100.

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1. 1One True Kingen.wikipedia.org
2. 2One True King official websiteotknetwork.com