Asmongold Lawsuit, Twitch Streamer Named in Mizkif’s Defamation Case Over Alleged Amplification of Sexual Assault Claims
Twitch streamer Zack “Asmongold” Hoyt was named as a defendant in a federal defamation lawsuit filed by Matthew “Mizkif” Rinaudo on November 3, 2025. The lawsuit claims Asmongold amplified false sexual assault allegations made by streamer Emiru, causing severe reputational and financial harm. As of January 2026, Asmongold has not publicly responded to the lawsuit.
What the Lawsuit Alleges
Mizkif’s lawsuit claims Asmongold “continuously defamed” him by amplifying sexual assault allegations across livestreams and YouTube videos between October 25 and early November 2025.
The complaint alleges Asmongold called Mizkif “the aggressor and abuser” during broadcasts viewed by millions. One YouTube video garnered 1.9 million views where Asmongold stated Mizkif should be in jail.
While Asmongold sometimes added “at least allegedly,” he immediately told viewers he only included those caveats “for legal reasons”—undermining disclaimers and creating the impression allegations were proven facts.
Court Details
Matthew “Mizkif” Rinaudo filed the lawsuit on November 3, 2025 (Case No. 1:25-cv-01773) in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas.
Defendants include Emily “Emiru” Schunk, Zack “Asmongold” Hoyt, and three companies—OTK Media Inc., Mythic Talent Management Inc., and King Gaming Labs Inc. Mizkif seeks damages for reputational harm, lost earnings, and emotional distress.
Legal Claims
The lawsuit pursues defamation claims against Asmongold and Emiru. Under defamation law, plaintiffs must prove defendants made false statements that harmed their reputation.
Because Mizkif is a public figure, he must prove “actual malice”—that Asmongold either knew statements were false or showed reckless disregard for truth. The complaint alleges Asmongold “knew at the time that they published these statements that they were false” and benefited financially from increased viewership.
Evidence Presented
The complaint cites specific stream content where Asmongold allegedly called Mizkif “the aggressor and abuser,” claimed he should be in jail, and accused him of threatening Emiru’s employees.
The lawsuit alleges Asmongold and Emiru “coordinated the timing of their statements to maximize the injury” and that Asmongold “enriched himself personally by advertising revenues.” Mizkif lost over 1.1 million shares of OTK stock following the amplification of allegations.
Emiru’s Original Allegations
On October 25, 2025, Emiru made public allegations during a Twitch livestream accusing Mizkif of “psychological and domestic abuse, stalking, harassment, sexual assault, and threats of blackmail.”
The two dated from 2022 until early 2025 and were both associated with OTK Media. Emiru said she was obtaining a restraining order.
Mizkif’s Response
Mizkif responded during his own livestream the same day, denying the most serious accusations. He admitted being controlling and having bad fights, but denied sexual assault allegations.
The lawsuit claims all allegations were false and “baselessly accused Rinaudo of serious criminal activity for no purpose other than to harm him.”
Current Status
As of January 2026, neither Asmongold nor Emiru has filed public responses or commented publicly.
Defamation cases typically follow these stages: complaint filed (done), defendants file responses or motions to dismiss (pending), discovery, settlement negotiations, and trial if no settlement. Most cases settle. No trial date has been set.
Who May Be Affected
Content creators and streamers face heightened legal exposure when commenting on serious allegations. Asmongold’s millions of followers amplify both his reach and potential legal liability.
The outcome could establish precedents for how streamers cover allegations made by other creators. If courts find Asmongold liable, it could create greater caution among content creators commenting on controversies.
OTK Media and affiliated organizations terminated relationships with Mizkif following the allegations. The case raises questions about how quickly companies should act on public allegations before investigations are complete.
What Affected Parties Should Know
Content creators should understand that simply adding “allegedly” may not provide legal protection if courts determine the overall presentation treated unproven claims as facts.
Streaming platforms amplify legal exposure—a single video reaching 1.9 million views multiplies potential harm and can support higher damages claims. Business relationships can terminate immediately following public allegations.
Official court records are available through PACER at pacer.uscourts.gov using case number 1:25-cv-01773. Credible sources include KXAN, Kotaku, PC Gamer, and Dexerto.
Last Updated: January 24, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Asmongold lawsuit about?
Asmongold is a defendant in a defamation lawsuit filed by Mizkif on November 3, 2025, alleging he amplified false sexual assault allegations causing severe reputational and financial harm.
Who filed the lawsuit naming Asmongold?
Mizkif (Matthew Rinaudo) filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. Asmongold is one of multiple defendants including Emiru and three companies.
What does the lawsuit claim Asmongold did?
The lawsuit claims Asmongold “continuously defamed” Mizkif by calling him “the aggressor and abuser,” saying he should be in jail, and amplifying unverified allegations to millions of viewers.
What is Asmongold’s current status in the case?
As of January 2026, Asmongold has not publicly responded to the lawsuit or filed court documents. The case is in early stages with no trial date set.
What legal burden does Mizkif face as plaintiff?
As a public figure, Mizkif must prove “actual malice”—that Asmongold either knew statements were false or showed reckless disregard for truth. This is a higher legal standard than for private citizens.
Could Asmongold face financial penalties if he loses?
If courts find Asmongold liable for defamation, he could face damages for reputational harm, lost earnings, and emotional distress. The exact amount has not been specified.
How does this case relate to the broader Mizkif situation?
This lawsuit stems from Emiru’s October 25, 2025 allegations against Mizkif. Learn more in our article on the Mizkif Emiru Asmongold lawsuit.
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