VirtualKermrade

20. Professional Pirate, Kermit Stan. He/Him, Pansexual, Autistic. PFP by @K4TG4R. Banner by @FortuneFinn.

[VirtualKermrade @VirtualKermrade]

I asked the Important Question again,

Muppet Treasure Island Crossover?

#SoTFest2025 🐸🏴‍☠️

[VirtualKermrade @VirtualKermrade]

FUCK THIS!

When you have Gay Rights you have to have some Gay Wrongs

[DiscussingFilm @DiscussingFilm]

‘ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW’ will be the next film shown at The Sphere in Las Vegas.

The original 1975 film will be enhanced with AI imagery for the experience.

[🔸️The.Angry.Ostrich. @DaAngryOstrich]

The Pulse Nightclub shooting happened 10 years ago. We remember the 49 lives that were taken. 😔🏳️‍🌈

[Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @NYCMayor]

SPEECHLESS. LFGK.

[Janice @LibrarianPoster]

TADC 9 SPOILERS
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Listen man I'm fuckin sorry but the reality is that some trans people that go without self realizing do in fact commit suicide and it is not an authors job to pretend like this does not happen to make you feel better

[Only Day You Can Repost @onlydayrepost]

🎶Life is a Highway i Wanna Ride it
ALL NiGHT LONG🎶

[Amanditas 🎩🍉 @Amanditas4]

Goodbye tadc fans!!!

[Rick @RickDaSquirrel_]

@DiscussingFilm @THR

[Boardwalk Times @BoardwalkTimes]

Muppets Most Wanted: Unnecessary – Extended Cut will release on Disney+ on June 14.

[toni @melindaqiaolian]

what is zohran mamdani’s plan to save death becomes her

[VirtualKermrade @VirtualKermrade]

Fuck Man, I’m very lucky that I was able to see it, such a delightful production and it’s gonna be sad to see it go 🐸💜

[Variety @Variety]

Broadway's 'Death Becomes Her' to Close in June, Sets North American Tour https://t.co/Wot0vfDcXr

[BehavingBeardly @BehavingBeardly]

I get the rage... like I REALLY do.

I hate I'm in a world where I have to have a conversation with my 9yo son about preditors online when we're just trying to enjoy our game time. The whole situation has made me SICK.

I've had endless DMs "why haven't you said anything".... I have, on stream which is where I'd usually have my 'rants' and keep them off socials (now a days).... but either way, I've REALLY struggled to find the words for socials on the whole thing.

I will say, focus on the abusers, report any evidence/all information you have to the CEOP: https://t.co/sUQWUqExq7
and get these sickos locked up.
Please don't attack others by association. I know what it's like to find out someone you respect is a complete scum bag.

With reguards to Rare, I'm watching.
I know 1st hand (as an ex employer) that in the UK, companys have to go through these processes/investigations and prove they are carried out unbiased, which means they can't imply that actions that are carried out as a result of the investigation were pre determined/decided before the investigation is complete. I.e. they CAN'T say anything... I was GENUINLY shocked they shared the Community Values Post.

I have absolute faith that as a result of all this, things will be shaken up.

Things have been off for some time, I've kept myself distant from the groups for quite a while now and I've personally said for years that the whole creator/partner/community programs needed a shutdown and re-set but was always accused of "wanting to take oppertunites away from others". But curated 'oppertunities' and positions of influence should only be given to those who are approved and part of an official program.

When I got partner, we had to have our account approved by Microsoft and they looked into our accounts (and linked accounts) history's before being approved... This should be applicable to ANYONE who is part of any kind of affiliated group with rare moving forward in my opinion... No 'program' should ever accept people based of vibe check/community engagement (I know this will upset folks) but it opens the door to people who are masters of manipulation and take advantage of people's generosity/innocence.

I keep getting pressured to, but I'm not going to stop playing SoT/step down from Partner. If I did, it would be due to pressure from people online and not my own decision which isn't right. This community and game is still special to me, I agree things NEED to change... but I also know this isn't a true reflection of the whole team, game and community I love. I don't want individuals ruin this for everyone and I promise, as a partner, I will push this message.

But basically, all this has reminded me that no one online can be trusted/is always who they seem to be. I said earlier this year I was going to try collaborate more and connect with more creators and community but now I just want to lock myself away to my small bubble.

Stay safe. Don't defend people blindly online. Educate young people around you. Emotions are rightfully high but remember it's about protecting young people online and bringing abusers to justice. Try to keep that focus and don't attack others for 'not speaking out'/dealing with all this in their own way.

Sorry for the essay, I've retyped this so many times and struggling to know how to get my thoughts worded.

[Happy Kraken X ✨♡ @HappyKrakenX]

Hi everyone

I've been travelling this last week so I have not been aware of what's been going on in the SoT community until last night. I wanted to be the best informed that I could before sharing a statement and I also wanted to be able to sit down and give this situation the time & attention it needs.

First and foremost, my heart was absolutely broken reading about this horrible situation. I fully stand with the victims (and I stand with any other victim that has not felt able to speak up). I also want to highlight the bravery it takes to even share your story with ONE person, let alone the entire internet. By doing so, that is the first step to making a change and protecting so many other children, and that is something to be incredibly proud of.

I do not wish to make this situation about me (and neither should anyone else), however as someone who spent many years working to support countless victims of CSA and grooming in the UK and advocating for survivors, I wanted to share a few things that I feel are important and relevant as I've been seeing some absolutely wild takes online surrounding this conversation.

It is NEVER the responsibility of a CHILD to protect themselves. We, as adults, have a duty of care and responsibility when interacting with children ESPECIALLY when we have a position of power. By carrying the title of "boatswain" or "SoT Partner" or even simply being a content creator, we already have a power imbalance and a lot of people do look up to us, including children. This is such an important responsibility to have and should NEVER be used to manipulate others. Whilst I definitely think parents should try their best to educate their children about online safety, I do not believe it's right to put any blame towards them. This is just blame shifting.

Sea of Thieves is a game that does have children in the playerbase and that is always something to consider. I've seen comments trying to defend this situation saying age doesn't matter within gaming. Do I ever come across kids when playing SoT? All the time! They are allowed to enjoy SoT/gaming just as much as I am. But I do not, or never would even consider inviting them to a voice chat, sail with them regularly, create a friendship with them or even have a private DM with them. ESPECIALLY if I know their age. That just crosses so many lines.

I also want to make it clear that I do not believe in silence when it comes to this matter. So often cases like this get swept under the rug or never reported in the first place. I am glad to see so many people speaking out, making statements & having these conversations no matter how difficult it is. People have a right to talk about this, to share their outrage and to condemn the actions of abusers. My content majority of the time focuses on good vibes & having fun, but I will never hesitate to speak out when needed and highlight the importance of this topic. I never take my platform for granted and I have always wished to use it for good, so I will continue to do this and fight for the changes that we want to see.

I know a lot of others have spoken in detail about the laws in the UK and how companies have to go through investigations "unbiased" and cannot comment online about ongoing cases (@BehavingBeardly worded this perfectly in his post). So, like a lot of other partners, I am watching and eager to see what happens and hopeful to see a change that is so desperately needed going forward. Right now, I do not plan to step down as SoT partner, as I said I would rather use my position to fight for change and use my platform to advocate for good. Going forward, I believe anyone who has any form of platform or association with Rare needs to be fully vetted and background checked.

Stop fighting each other or using this situation to promote your hatred towards other community members and instead direct your anger where it's needed and continue to spread awareness and keep each other safe. We are stronger together.

Lastly, I will be doing a charity stream at some point in the next few weeks to raise money for @barnardos which is a charity dedicated to supporting children and families affected by CSA & Grooming.

[VirtualKermrade @VirtualKermrade]

As if I can’t feel any more shame

Btw Fuck Bruno and I’m sick that I was ever friends with him

[VirtualKermrade @VirtualKermrade]

Give my boi The S.E.A. and his video some love 🐸💚

https://t.co/rF8lBvH3rD

[VirtualKermrade @VirtualKermrade]

NTBTSTM AT #2 LESS GO!!!

[Letterboxd @letterboxd]

Letterboxd’s Top 25 films of the year so far, as rated by the community 🚀

View the list here: https://t.co/KSuBefjZt7. Updated monthly.

[ToonHive @ToonHive]

Happy 71st Birthday to the talented Kermit the Frog! 🐸🎂

[VirtualKermrade @VirtualKermrade]

This is gonna be the pandemic all over again

[Dexerto @Dexerto]

Pokémon has launched a "collectible" toilet paper collaboration with Renova

The collection features 79 different Pokémon designs

[internet hall of fame @InternetH0F]

81 years ago today, Adolf Hitler killed himself

[VirtualKermrade @VirtualKermrade]

@Mini_LQ It feels kind of infuriating

I am all for calling people out on decisions they made even ones from the past,

But most of the things being brought up are such non issues that it boggles me

[The Moonlight Warrior 🌙 @BlackMajikMan90]

The success or failure of Coyote vs ACME is something that film studios are going to keep a very close eye on.

If it succeeds, studios will be hesitant to shelve movies going forward and could try to find audiences for all of them.

But if it fails, studios will almost never listen to those vocal campaigns ever again.

There is a lot riding on this film and everyone who campaigned for this movie to be released better show up and show out.