The World of Warcraft community is in shock as OnlyFangs, one of the game’s most legendary hardcore guilds led by Sodapoppin, has officially disbanded after suffering from continuous Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. This marks a significant and tragic end for a team that had become a major force in the MMORPG’s competitive scene.
The Rise and Fall of OnlyFangs
OnlyFangs was a guild that quickly rose to prominence, attracting some of the most skilled players in WoW Hardcore mode. With high-level raid accomplishments and a strong community, the guild became a staple in the game’s hardcore community. However, recent weeks have seen an increasing number of DDoS attacks, making it nearly impossible for the guild to continue progressing.
Sodapoppin’s Statement on the Disbandment
Sodapoppin Declares The End of OnlyFangs
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In a recent announcement, Sodapoppin confirmed that OnlyFangs was shutting down, citing the relentless DDoS attacks as the main reason. He expressed frustration over the situation, stating:
“So clearly the DDoS attacks are centered on us. I’ve reached out for a potential rollback, but it’s highly unlikely… I don’t feel comfortable dragging people through getting world buffs, flasks, and consumes just to raid with the anxiety and probably the actuality of just being DDoSed again and dying. So with that, I’d expect ONLYFANGS is over.”
This statement resonated with many in the community, highlighting the frustration of losing a guild not due to in-game struggles but due to malicious external attacks.
The Impact of DDoS Attacks
The guild had reportedly been the target of multiple DDoS attacks over the past few months, causing severe server lag, frequent disconnections, and making raid progression unbearable. Despite attempts to mitigate the damage and work with Blizzard Entertainment, the attacks persisted.
Ultimately, the guild leadership made the heartbreaking decision to step away from World of Warcraft altogether, with some players potentially seeking new homes in other guilds or different MMORPGs.
Community Reaction
Fans and fellow gamers have expressed disappointment and frustration over the situation. Many have called on Blizzard to implement stricter security measures to prevent similar incidents from affecting other guilds in the future.
“Losing such an iconic guild due to malicious attacks is devastating. This should be a wake-up call for Blizzard to improve their game’s security,” said one player on Reddit.
The Future of Competitive WoW
With OnlyFangs now gone, the World of Warcraft Hardcore landscape will likely see significant shifts. Some former members have hinted at moving on to other games, while others may form new teams under a different banner.
Blizzard has yet to release an official statement regarding the incident, but the gaming community is eager to see how they will address the growing concerns over DDoS attacks affecting competitive play.
Final Thoughts
The disbandment of OnlyFangs is a reminder of how cyberattacks can impact even the most dedicated gaming communities. As players and developers continue to navigate the evolving landscape of online gaming, security will remain a top priority.
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