EXCLUSIVE: Nijisanji English VTuber Speaks Out Against NijiEN Liver

Summary

The video delves into serious allegations against Aster Arcadia, a NijiSanji English talent, regarding inappropriate behavior and harassment within the company. Multiple sources, including anonymous NijiSanji livers, have come forward with detailed accounts of Aster's manipulative actions, which included sending uncomfortable messages and attempting to fly out fans for inappropriate reasons. Despite the severity of the claims, NijiSanji English has yet to take public action, leaving many concerned about the company's lack of response to these troubling accusations.

Takeaways

• 😀 Aster Arcadia, a Nijisanji English talent, is facing serious allegations of inappropriate behavior and harassment dating back to February 2024.
• 😱 The accusations involve Aster making uncomfortable, manipulative comments towards multiple female colleagues, including attempting to fly them out to Japan for inappropriate purposes.
• 🤐 Several Nijisanji English talents have reportedly avoided direct interaction with Aster, especially in voice chats, due to his behavior.
• 📅 A controversial conversation between Aster and Scarla Yoni was leaked online, which added to the growing concerns about his conduct.
• ⚖️ A law firm representing Nijisanji English issued a cease and desist letter in response to these allegations, emphasizing that the company takes such matters seriously.
• 📄 A whistleblower, Razel Warmonic, revealed that multiple talents within the agency had expressed concerns about Aster's behavior but no significant action was taken by management.
• 🔍 Evidence shared by a whistleblower suggested that Aster had manipulated his position within the company to continue inappropriate interactions without facing consequences.
• 💬 One anonymous Nijisanji English liver revealed that Aster had made similarly inappropriate comments to multiple other individuals, including smaller indie VTubers.
• 🛑 The company’s management allegedly failed to take action, with some talents fearing retaliation or bad public relations if they spoke out or took direct action against Aster.
• 🔒 The whistleblowers emphasized a culture of silence and fear, where some talents felt trapped by Aster's manipulative behavior, leading to them blaming themselves for not coming forward sooner.

Q & A

What are the key allegations against Aster Arcadia presented in the transcript?

The allegations against Aster Arcadia include inappropriate behavior, harassment, and manipulative actions toward both colleagues within Nijisanji English (Nijisanji EN) and external individuals, particularly female talents and indie V-tubers. Specific claims involve sexual comments, attempts to fly individuals out to Japan for inappropriate purposes, and aggressive communication.

How did Nijisanji EN management respond to the allegations against Aster Arcadia?

According to the transcript, Nijisanji EN management did not take significant action in response to the allegations. Multiple talents reported that management either ignored or downplayed the issue, citing concerns over retaliation from Aster due to his popularity. The company’s lack of public action has drawn criticism.

What evidence was provided to support the claims against Aster Arcadia?

Evidence provided includes direct messages, screenshots, and testimonies from various Nijisanji EN talents and external individuals. These documents corroborate the accounts of inappropriate communications, such as sexual comments and manipulative behavior. The evidence also includes conversations where Aster made suggestive remarks and attempted to involve others in uncomfortable scenarios.

How did other Nijisanji EN talents react to Aster's behavior?

Several Nijisanji EN talents expressed discomfort and concern about Aster’s behavior. Some distanced themselves from him, avoiding interactions in voice chat or gaming sessions. Others shared similar experiences of inappropriate conversations and behavior, suggesting a pattern of harassment that affected multiple individuals.

What role did Razel War Monic play in bringing attention to the allegations?

Razel War Monic, another Nijisanji EN talent, played a key role by releasing a document that confirmed Aster's harassment of co-workers. Razel provided testimony about multiple female talents coming forward with complaints, but no action was taken by the company. This document helped bring the issue to public attention.

What was the response from Anycolor Inc. (Nijisanji’s parent company) regarding the allegations?

Anycolor Inc. responded by sending a cease-and-desist notice to Razel War Monic after her document was made public. The company emphasized its commitment to treating allegations seriously, but this response raised concerns about the company's lack of transparency and action in addressing the issues within its talent pool.

What impact has this situation had on the V-tuber community, according to the transcript?

The situation has had a damaging impact on the V-tuber community, with concerns about harassment and manipulation within agencies like Nijisanji EN. The allegations, combined with the company’s failure to take action, have led to a loss of trust in management's ability to protect employees and handle misconduct appropriately.

How did the anonymous Nijisanji EN talents describe their interactions with Aster?

Anonymous Nijisanji EN talents described Aster’s interactions as manipulative and uncomfortable. They reported that Aster frequently made inappropriate comments, including sexual remarks and attempts to create intimate scenarios. These talents also mentioned that Aster's behavior extended beyond the company to smaller indie V-tubers and agencies.

Why did some of the individuals who came forward hesitate to speak out publicly?

Some individuals hesitated to speak out publicly due to fear of retaliation from Aster, concerns over damaging their careers, or the belief that they were somehow at fault. One anonymous individual mentioned that a friend did not want to come forward because they were a huge fan of Aster and blamed themselves for what happened.

What are the broader implications of the case for Nijisanji EN and the V-tuber industry?

The case raises important questions about the handling of workplace misconduct within the V-tuber industry, particularly regarding the power dynamics between popular talents and management's response to serious allegations. The situation underscores the need for clearer policies on harassment, stronger support systems for talents, and a more transparent approach from agencies like Nijisanji EN in addressing such allegations.