A RATHER CRITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Same here.

Kirk Smith

This is infuriating. You talked to someone that some people don't like. A functioning adult should know how to deal with that without Twitter rage and melodrama. And what about all the great things you've done for the non Legion fanbase???The loyalty of jackals, I suppose.

Augy-WMEC906

I will hunt up the conversation just to know what was what but I have no question, you will have my support. When I was going through a bad time this channel gave me something to look forward to and it still does. Take care of yourself and know you have earned faith and trust.

Jack Shepherd

'Throws money at screen' be more cynical question everything it may go against your better nature but when twitter becomes real life look too yourself you have done alot of good on your own, and when people try to bring you down with false information (hes a nazi) without a single shred of evidence, its screen time virtue. Chin up stay your course dont dwell on it.

How is he petty and small minded?

I think Arch and Tex are pretty similar in most things just Tex hides his politics and Arch doesn't. I personally can't wait for the next Arch and Tex video.

What did you look up? Arch has had an obsessive hive of idiots raging at him and making nonsense or taking jokes out of context. Arch is an absolute liberal who's actually debated against the likes of The Golden One and Richard Spencer. That's a damned site more than the people who went after Tex have ever done.

Do you think jokes about things are a complete endorsement of those things?

What are you talking about? The shitty behaviour that went for Tex's throat came from your community.

Why do you have a paragraph in there defending the people who tried bullying Tex?

I've been watching Arch's videos for years. He's no national socialist. He's a capitalist at heart who plays a smug bastard and has told some edgy jokes and/or quoted some black comedians. I'm not going to tell you to trust me, instead I'm just going to recommend you check out a few of his videos and hope you enjoy them.

You absolutely are a bastard. You are Our kind of bastard and are loved by most of your fanbase. Your videos are the best part of a great many battletech fan's days. Never forget that.

I come home alone every night to an empty apartment. I work out, eat, and sit down to a work table full of battletech minis. Every now and again the BPL releases a new Tex Talks Battletech. It is always a hoot, I laugh out loud and it ends leaving me with a silly grin. Keep your chin up.

Matthew_Steiner

Also, I just upped my pledge from $5 to $10. I vote with my wallet friend, and you and the bpl are worth it.

Also, I technically commented on your more recent video before this one. I just want you to know that you're awesome. Thanks for making great and fun content and making a my day a little brighter by association.

So, uh, I preordered that game and have played it multiple times. For fun. I don't know what this says about me.

Hey Tex, i love that you approach people with an open mind and give them the opportunity to show their best. It is so easy to hate on people - its much harder to forgive others. I just remembered quite a story from the bible - in short Saulus became Paulus. People can redeem themselves. I hope that we can keep an open mind to give them a chance to do so and to realize that they have changed.

Tex, thank you. I dont care about the controversy. Keep going and being yourself. You are better than the people attacking you.

It's a small thing, but I love that Tex said "I'm sorry you feel that way". That admits no fault in my book at least, just shows empathy.

Tickolas

Long time lurker, but this whole debacle made me realize I had to become a patron. The BPL has given me so much enjoyment for the last year or so, time for me to give back. Love ya Tex!

Tickolas

Except it's not Arch's fans making Tex look bad. It's all the people that hate arch, apparently enough to cause harm to Tex, both emotionally and Financially. Also I haven't seen an arch fan yet say " it's okay to be a Nazi" quite the opposite. Also Arch isn't a Nazi,not by any stretch if you've listened to him explain his actual politics you'd know this. He's very live and let live in many ways, he just calls out hypocrisy when he sees it.

i found your channel a few months ago and have been loving the content, you helped me fall in love with battletech and it hurts to see arch's naysayers come after you, keep up the good work, those people will just have to get over themselves

Urchin

If I only watched or consumed content made by people I agreed with politically, I would watch nothing at all.

What part of Missouri? Moving up there myself at some point in the next couple of months.

Alexei Malthus

You hang the fuck in there, Tex. You are the reason I am getting into Battletech as much as I am. Just joined your Patreon, wish I could give more, your videos are wonderful and the time and effort you put into them truly shows. Please know your well thought of by a couple mechwarriors here in Missouri.

Hey Tex, Just listened to you, and you have my fucking support 110%. I don't know you on any real, personal level, but I have watched enough of your videos to get a decent, instinctive sense of the content of your character, and you know what? You strike me as a decent human being, a noble soul in an angry, weary world. I appreciate your authenticity - your willingness to open up and be vulnerable right now. To lay it out on the line and Be Real. That is in such drastically low supply in this day and age, and JFC if I don't admire the god damn hell out of it. I don't know your politics, but you're probably a little more rightward leaning than me, maybe not but you know what? You're clearly not an asshole, or a jerk - you're a complicated, nuanced...human being. I never served, but my grandfather was a front line medic who nearly died in the botched invasion of Italy, and as a front line medic, was one of the very first into the death camps at the end of WW2. The shit he saw there nearly - fucking - broke - him. He almost didn't have children. And we never, ever knew the extent of everything he carried with him from that day because he almost never talked about it; we had to find out the great majority of it, going through his personal effects after he died. Anyhow, sorry. I'm rambling. Hang in there. People who are worth it are sticking with you. And other folks might not have the money right now, but god damnit, I have something to my name for the moment. Guess which basic bitch is gonna max out her contribution for at least the next month? *thumbs point at herself* Hang in there, Tex.

If they pulled their support over talking to "the wrong sort of people," then to hell with them and have a few bucks from me instead. With my gym closed due to the coof, I need to cut down on the cheeseburgers a bit anyway. You say there's a risk you might spend it on something stupid? I once paid for Aliens: Colonial Marines. On purpose. I DARE you to spend it on something dumber than I would have. In the meantime, keep being awesome.

Jake Lastname

Wish I could give more but last 2 weeks of the month are for bills for me.....soo here is a 1 dollar.

Unfortunately, "guilty by association," is how society works today. It doesn't matter what you said. Just the fact that you talked to someone with whom they disagree makes you the most terrible person in the history of ever. The very best advice I can give is the same advice my mother gave me when I was a child. "Be a duck. Let it wash over you without effect like water off a duck's back." Because, at least in my own humble opinion, you are a good man, Tex. Keep doing you. Do not let those with hate in their hearts tear anything that you love from you. Love it and be vocal anyway just to spite the bastards. Besides, I'm from Henderson County Texas. Just south of those bastards in Van Zandt County. Thus, my opinion obviously counts for more.

The only thing I would add... it's a very strange world we live in where just talking to someone can attract this kind of reaction.

Seithon

Tex, I almost feel bad that it took a bad day for me to finally give back in appreciatiion for all the community work you do with Battle Tech. happy to show my support and boost your resources to keep projects coming. I can't believe that even here people are trying to run Arch through the mud. Stop using the patreon to further the conversation and push your perspective. Leave some words of support for Tex and stop trying to change hearts and minds.

I disagree with the people attacking you over your podcast with Arch. The people who do this were going to attack anyone and everyone for anything and everything because they believe that everything is political. That you cannot separate the things you love from the politics of some other person who is not you and does not think the same things as you. They are the very embodiment of a hivemind that cannot conceive of individuals having different opinions from themselves. They view anyone and everyone who does not agree with them as a nazi, and they do this because they know it will hurt someone or hurt their reputation because every one of them is a spoiled crybully who doesn't understand that shouting threats and insults will only drive people further away, not bring them in. You did nothing, and I mean that, NOTHING wrong. Your talk with Arch was the highlight of my admittedly otherwise shitty week, as two of my favorite content creators came together to discuss two of my favorite non-anime settings. Anyone who claims that you didn't do your due diligence is themselves not doing due diligence. These are people who will call Razorfist a nazi. They called Marcus Meechan a nazi. They'd call Monty Friggin' Python nazis. And now they'll call me a nazi, because they want that word to mean nothing more than those who disagree with them, so that they can claim moral superiority they have not earned. And if you want to talk to Arch again in future, because that discussion was wonderful to hear, I encourage you to do so again. And anyone who tries to tell you who you can and cannot talk to, or what you can and cannot say, is not a fan of you, or of the freedoms your family has fought for. They are someone who simply wants to control you, because they cannot control themselves. I hope that things get better for you soon Tex. I'm throwing my change in the jar because I want you to come through this as unscathed as possible, and with hope that you will continue to make this world, and the world of BattleTech, more welcoming and open to all. Or at the very least, those who remember to pay their bills.

Should have looked the guy up...he is a vile little shit. You didn't know...well you do now. I don't think it means you agree with him on anything...just hope you don't do anything with him in the future.

katarjin

Just joined to say I know you didn't do anything wrong. I think that people can and should make the point that there is some good reasons to never work with arch and people like him. I mean it's up to you right, what kinds of people you associate with. Living and playing in our hobby community can be tricky because sometimes you don't want to give a shit about the political beliefs of some dude you just want to shoot the shit with about need stuff. But you should think about it at some point. I've seen good friends go off the deep end because we all just didn't want to say anything. We all just wanted to focus on the hobby right and have fun but we have to put a line in the sand somewhere don't we? So where is the line for you man, you have to decide. What kind of person is going to be a bridge too far where you won't fuck with them anymore? Your answer matters to people and if your answer is that you don't care about people's politics then I don't think you deserve mistreatment, and I'm sorry that people were so cruel to you, but some people will not be able to support you. Good luck man. Sorry you had a shitty day.

Reza Chan

Tex. If you read this, I am sorry for the shit you are going through. You make good stuff. Stuff that is good for BattleTech and the community. I am here. I will stay. Please have a better day tomorrow than you had the day before. :)

Medron Pryde

Even Cappellans would not stoop to this…

I shall find a highlander… point me at them, and I shall DFA with all delight.

Tex, I had been flirting with supporting you for a while now due to financial reasons but this clenched it. I was stoked to hear that you did a video with Arch but deeply saddened to hear about the backlash. Arch isn't always careful with his words but he is a solid content creator and by evidence of your conversation with him, not anything close to what they claimed he was. Sigmarxism and the rest of those crybullies smelled blood in the water and went thrashing, notice the 40K names in here and your YouTube comments that are complaining. Keep your chin up and give yourself a well-deserved break, we'll be here when you get back.

I will undoubtedly (and perhaps deservedly) catch some shit for this but here we go: A little over a day ago I learned about the now infamous podcast with Arch. In the wake of that incident, I decided that BPL failed to perform their due diligence and I subsequently withdrew my support. Then I saw some of the vitriol directed at Tex... I was absolutely appalled and disgusted by what I read. There were no shortage of objectionable things written but, I found the remarks leveraging your mental health disclosures to be particularity vile. Criticizing someone for sloppy work is one thing, but ad hominin attacks are an entirely different beast. That's uncalled for, completely unacceptable, and not something that should exist in our community. As disappointed as I am with BPL's (uncharacteristic} lack of rigor, I am even more disappointed in those people, who would tear down someone like Tex. Tex ought not be pilloried for poor research, or lumped together with someone so despicable in the absence of any supporting evidence. It's infuriating. Less than 24 hours later, I decided to re-sub to this Patreon, at a higher tier as a tacit sign of support for Tex and the BPL. Tex, please, please, talk to a mental health professional about this. If you aren't currently seeing one, please PM me and I can see if I can connect you with some counselors I know. Tex, trauma like this does not go away on its own and you needn't carry that pain with you. Everyone here cares about the BPL's work and you in particular. I know you may find this refrain a bit obnoxious, but please take the time to talk to someone. All these people care about you. I care about your well-being (even if you are a bit of a bonehead).

I saw everything happen in real time. It is easy to demean someone behind a keyboard. They are very shallow and self righteous and to do this to someone like Tex just shows what type of person they are. I stand with Tex, who I do not know, but believe that he is a good and just person. He did not deserve any of this. Good day.

Michael Carpenter

Gullible tools, the lot of them. Pay them no mind, and have a drink on me. We've got you, Tex.

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Brian McKenzie

Don't pay the crybullies any attention. Its what gives them power. Us real fans have your back

SAME

Tex I don't know you as well as I should. I do know your work and the dedication you bring to the BattleTech community. I also have watched your fall of Star League/Amaris Civil war videos. The contempt you have for fictional authoritarian assholes like Stephen Amaris and the police states they implement would be welcome in any Anti-fascists group. Yes I know you want to be apolitical because politics is a third rail in this day and age. You seem to be a decent human being trying to make a living in this horrible dog eats dog world. I will not condemn or judge you for your actions; I am staying a patron and will support you however you need sir. You went on a podcast to talk about battletech and you both talked about battletech. Arch's history and actions condemn him and not you. I don't believe in guilt by association and I won't start now. If you need anything cousin just ask, and I will try my damndest to make it so.

Farzad Mansouri

Tex, I don't know if you will see this, but you did nothing wrong man. Regardless of any politics, that video was a great chat about Battletech, 40K, and other nerdy things that affect us ALL. Anyone who is against that is, frankly, someone who is a bit deranged in my opinion. As for the collab itself, I was honestly quite happy to see two of my favorite youtubers do a video together that talked about said nerdy things. I hope more is in the future about nerdy things. However, if that won't be the case because some people lack the ability to be rational, then so be it. You are awesome Tex. I'm happy to keep watching your content. I'm sad I didn't start supporting you guys earlier. Keep doing what you do, and try to ignore the rabid mob.

I don't know if you will see this Tex but here is all I have to say. You have made a fantastic community and do some fantastic work and you deserve all the praise you get for it. Keep up the work and I truly hope your weekend is better that this and take time for your self and stay healthy. Sincerely a fan.

Thorvauld

I couldn't agree with you more. Arch has said a lot of racist/fascist things on his discord which has been shared. Along with some of his opinions being politically radioactive. I think that we can support the BPL while respecting Tex's wishes to keep it non-political by putting some distance between us and the VERY political Arch and his fans. Long live the BPL

Brian McKenzie

This exactly. I think everyone needs to know that Tex has a huge heart and tries his best not to hurt anyone. I think I was listening to one of his streams when he spoke with pride about realizing he was gaining a following with the trans community for being non-toxic. I think Arch and his fans are doing more harm than good if we want to respect Tex's wishes of the BPL being a place where everyone can come and have a good time discussing Battletech.

Brian McKenzie

I agree with you completely. We wouldn't want to support a reporter BECAUSE he spoke with Hitler, we would support them because they were good at their job. In the same way, we shouldn't support the BPL because of Arch, but because of Tex's willingness to spread Battletech love. Arch has said a lot of racist/fascist things on his discord which has been shared. Along with some of his opinions being politically radioactive. I think that we can support the BPL while respecting Tex's wishes to keep it non-political by putting some distance between us and the VERY political Arch and his fans.

Brian McKenzie

It isn't about battletech, it's about Arch. Arch has said a lot of racist/fascist things on his discord which has been shared. Along with some of his opinions being politically radioactive. I think that we can support the BPL while respecting Tex's wishes to keep it non-political by putting some distance between us and the VERY political Arch and his fans.

Brian McKenzie

We shouldn't support the BPL because of Arch. Arch is a political guy and he encourages his fans to be that way as well. Tex says that he doesn't want the BPL to become political and I think that we can support the BPL while respecting Tex's wishes to keep it non-political by putting some distance between us and the VERY political Arch and his fans.

Brian McKenzie

The BPL is, at it's heart, anti-political. Hell, Tex will say that in almost every stream. Arch likes to talk about politics. Along with some of his opinions being politically radioactive. I think that we can support the BPL while respecting Tex's wishes to keep it non-political by putting some distance between us and the VERY political Arch

Brian McKenzie

Yeah! Tex is awesome and seemed so proud on one of his streams that he was gaining a following in groups that nazi's would hate. I think we can defend Tex without needing to "bite the bullet" and say that we now agree with/like the fans of Arch.

Brian McKenzie

Dear Tex. I am sorry to hear that you are being personally attacked for appearing on Arch Warhammer podcast. I have never heard of Arch, so I don't know if he's a good person, a piece of shit, or something in the middle. As a member of the legal profession I don't approve of guilt by association and the idea that appearing on the channel, podcast, or whatever of someone constitutes 100% endorsement of their views and past statements. I have never you utter an unkind word about someone's race, ethnicity, or country of origin. If you have done anything wrong, it was a failure to do more research of the person whose podcast you were asked to be on. That's all. The name calling and social media harassment has to stop. That's why I have joined the BPL patreon now. Look forward to the Warhammer (the Mech) episode.

Jeffrey Chu

We shouldn't support the BPL because of Arch. Arch has said a lot of racist/fascist things on his discord which has been shared. Along with some of his opinions being politically radioactive. I think that we can support the BPL while respecting Tex's wishes to keep it non-political by putting some distance between us and the VERY political Arch and his fans.

Brian McKenzie

This is exactly what I was looking for. I know the BPL is anti-racist / anti-nazi and I am glad you stated that here. I REALLY wish that arch's fans would stop making you look so bad... I read a post that was like "what's so bad with being a nazi! Arch is just taking down the SJWs" and crap like that. THE BPL ISN'T A NAZI GATHERING!

Brian McKenzie

He has said a lot of racist/fascist things on his discord which has been shared. Along with some of his opinions being politically radioactive. So the man himself is rather disliked already, and anything he touches or does becomes tainted.

Can someone please explain to me exactly why Arch is considered such a bad guy. I've seen a few of his lore videos and I've never heard him say anything RA-sist. So is he a guy who likes to dress up in Hugo Boss and says the South will rise again kind of real racist or is he the "That guy looked at Trump sign and didn't spit three times and do the sign of the evil eye" so certain people on the internet think he's a racist kind of racist. Inquiring minds want to know.

BadgerWi Johnson

Been following the YT channel since last year and have loved all the content. Appreciate everything you do to enrich the community Tex.

Words alone cannot express how heartbreaking it is, to hear this happening to you Tex. I'm proud to be a fan and now supporter, only wish I signed up sooner.

I've been overdue on signing up here anyway. Take my money, buy whiskey.

I also heard you were losing patrons because of this crap - So I signed up just to spite the stupidity of that. Here to support you.

Brian Gaskill

HOLD THE LINE BOYS! Oh also, Arch is a boss. You did nothing wrong.

Those that have watched your content for more than 5 minutes understand your accepting and honest outlook on the world and the people in it. I just hope the kind words from this great community you helped build drowns out these cries of false accusations and provides you with some comfort as you process this and move on. Sometimes in the face of unreasonable hatred all you can do is state your side, wish them well, and then say goodbye. Always remember the ancient Russian proverb, you know the one. 😉 o7

freedeau

I figured would absorb some of the lost patreon money and double my contributions

Sean Parks

I heard someone was losing Patrons. So here I am.

Mat McFarlane

I did not know you were on Patreon (Or I tuned that out whenever you mentioned it). Then I heard you were losing patrons for no real reason. So here I am Love, from a 40K fan

Dear Tex; While Arch, admittedly, sounds...problematic, the immediate assocation of anyone interacting with him with his worse features and opinions is so stupid and keyboard warrior-ish you really can't let that get to you personally. I know, I also hoped the BPL/Battletech community would be better than this, but pffff! who are we kidding, not really, right?! There will always be those people... This is childish, but human after all, wanting to feel morally superior. No one sane would actually accuse you of those things. You keep being you, water under the bridge. You know what you stand for.

Patreoned because I heard some non-fans decided to betray you, and I've enjoyed your content for a long while, a couple years in fact. The best thing you can do is Rally your team and NEVER apologize to these people. Admission of Guilt is the worst tactic to defend yourself.

As many have voiced far better then I could you did nothing wrong and don’t deserve any of the crap the internet has spewed at you over this. Stand tall bud there’s far more supporting you then the loud minority

you did nothing wrong

army310

Finally listened to your audio. You have my unconditional support. I would be honoured to be found among your number sir. Do not doubt our support. I can only speak for myself.

New supporter, I should have supported you earlier. You shouldn't have been dragged into any culture war bullshit. It's very annoying that no one gives anybody any room to associate anymore. Keep doing what your doing and I'll be there. I've been watching your stuff since a member showed me your channel two years ago.

I made a patreon account just so i could support you, the BPL and what you fine bastards do. Being able to sit and watch your content has helped me more than i can confess. The laughs you have provided i have shared over with my then girlfriend and those nights of entertainment turned into an almost nightly ritual for us. We still get excited for whatever you come up with. You have helped lay a good number of bricks and that girlfiend is now my fiancee. You have helped expose us to new tabletop in the form of RPGs and wargames. We support you wholeheatedly in everything you stand for. Thank you

Tex, you brought me back to a hobby I love I know nothing about you or why your appearance on a podcast is a huge deal so many. From the sounds of it I should be upset myself however you have never giving me, personally, and speaking of the matter frankly, somebody who has had family parish in concentration camps, any reason to think you support those views. I am terribly sorry that you've had to go through this, I normally would jump on the opportunity to educate but it seems you already know. Please be safe. The community supports you. Also long live Turkina and the Hazen Blood Name.

I don't believe in spending money on the internet, this is a place I go to for free stuff. But I'm breaking my rule to support Tex, to show that you are appreciated and your positivity is appreciated. And the vileness and toxicity of a fringe group of jerks and malcontents do not represent how you are seen by the many who appreciate both your strong desire to entertain and help people as well as your stalwart opposition to Clanners and Capellans.

I dropped you an email. It's nothing rude or bad. Hopefully it will give you some more coherent understanding of why Arch is hated and at the same time, I will provide you with a significant amount of empathy having almost fallen into the same pit you now find the internet is attempting to shove you into.

Fiaura The Tank Girl

Joined your Patreon after seeing your post on Youtube to show my support. The attack on you is completely unwarranted. Thank you for all you've done. Save it up a couple of months and have a drink on me.

Stargazer

Howdy Tex and friends, I would like to echo what has been stated above. Your Tex Talks hooked me onto battletech about a year ago and I can't thank you enough. I was like you, a Warhammer fan from the glory days and have in recent times grown a little disenchanted. It never really occured to me to explore other settings until your vids came along and now I've struck out with a cheap 3d printer and an Alpha Strike rulebook, Even with this patreon attached my wallet is so much more healthy for finding an alternative to GW. I have you to thank for this. What's more I'm having some success in bringing the others of my gaming group across. WE HAVE YOU TO THANK FOR THIS. I know you have copped a lot of unfair flak this day, We're here to tell you all about the people you have helped, and there are a LOT of us. I still love the Warhammer setting that was and now I love BT more. Keep being AWS-8Q, don't let the rats bring you down. Yours earnestly, An Aussie fan.

They filled you with trash now fill them with lead!

Whit17

I doubled mine, screw the concern trolls.

Whit17

What Edgar said above. I’ve been in BattleTech since ‘91, when a single IWM mech cost me three weeks allowance. I’m a big boy now with big boy disposable income and I owe YOU an apology for not stepping up and supporting you and the rest of the BPL earlier. Spend my C-Bill contribution in whatever wasteful way you deem fit. You’ve earned nothing less for what you’ve done for the game and the community.

I finally stepped up and decided to support you. Only way to get through this cultural mess is by supporting each other.

Tex, You are a TREASURE. The community and content you have created has helped so many people through tough times and given us a genuine laugh when we needed it most. It is your detractors loss if they want to be toxic and leave over you having an innocent conversation about a benign topic with someone they disapprove of. Honestly, I hope those folks who took offense leave for good and don't darken your internet doorstep again; they don't deserve you and all that you do for us. I hope you can read through most of these comments and see that an overwhelming majority of your community supports you and understands who you really are as a person. Those few people who hurt you are very much in the minority even if it doesn't feel that way. Sincerely, A Friend of the BPL

Pshhh. It’ll take a little more than some assholes on the internet to chase me off good sir. I’m sorry this is happening to you, but for what it’s worth I support you man. Now and always.

As a person of differing gender I've run into a lot of assholes who love to inform me how many ways I'm going to their hells, miscellaneous vandalism of my work vehicle, and even being threatened with eviction. At this point the state of Arkansas has declared war on people like me. Don't let it in, have a good drink or two with your friends and find some shit to blow up 👍

CattusExMachina

Tex, as many others have said in so many words, We support you. I found your YouTube about a month or two ago. Your work on the BattleTech Lore videos is outstanding, I have watched and re-watched and shared your Lore videos because I truly enjoy your content. My only advice, take down your apology. Never apologize for something you didn't do, these people see that as a sign of weakness and admission of guilt. It will only embolden them to attack you more. I've seen it happen enough times to know the workings of their cult of hatred. So stand tall and strong, we got your back.

Yes we need cats in hats! Tin foil first, we can workshop the rest.

What kind of monetary incentive would be required to get a video of some of the Legions star members to make a video of them making tin foil hats and putting them on cats?

I love the BPL but especially you Tex. You guys make the world a better place with your amazing charity and fun content. I don't like Arch, but that doesn't automatically make you a nazi. That is ridiculous and these clownshoes after you are awful.

Pledger K

Long time fan who finally decided to start actually funding the glorious shitposting of the BPL because y'all deserve it now more than ever. As a Warhammer 40k fan and re-awakened Battletech fan, keep doing what you're doing and fuck the haters (they're probably Capellans).

Net Zen

Here to show support! I love what you do, keep it up sir!

Tex you rekindled my love of Battletech after 15 years away from it. It's your fault that I now think of bowel movements as "time to sit on the can and read Sarna.". I've never supported anyone on Patreon before. Please keep doing the good work and don't listen to the shit heads.

I too just created an account and figured out how to use this. While at this time I am only providing you coffee, that may change in the future as my financial situation changes. I'll echo what I posted on YT: Tex, you are an awesome person. You do fantastic things for people in need. You provide for people that want. You have a zeal and drive that I cannot wrap my brain around to understand. You are respected, cherished, and loved. I love your stores you choose to share. Your life experiences as you play a round of Rimworld or what have you. Your wisdom and intelligence have driven me, and helped me. You do a greater good. You've done no wrong in this situation. Gamers talking games. Those people talking smack, that overly loud niche group, are full of shit. An organization I'm a part of has a fuck ton of them and its a constant struggle to want to continue. Yet I do, because there are those that want to have fun, enjoy, and learn. As I've always said: Fuck the haters. No matter who they are. I'll prolly write an e-mail as well. Now I'm absolutely pissed people have hurt someone that, personally I'd think would be an awesome friend. Stay strong. We, the reserved quiet reasonable ones, are here for you.

well i do not comment often but here i go anyway. don't let those idiots get to you. you and the crew do an exellent job in my opinion.

RedBaron521

Literally just had to figure out how to use Patreon as this is the first time I've ever supported someone on the platform. I did it so that I could, in some small way, try to help alleviate the undeserved stress these people are causing you. You produce some of the best fan content I've seen on Youtube so I probably should have done this sooner.

You're not the only Capellan that feels that way

PrimaFacie

Hello Tex, don't let the bastards grind you down. You do not have to justify or defend yourself, to people who attack you on a basis of association. I wish you all the best, and that this blows over quickly because you do not deserve such hate, as you are a genuinely good person who puts effort and passion into their work and hobby.

You're gold, Tex. This will blow over like a Taco Bell challenge.

DEATH FROM ABOVE ON THE HATERS! All joking aside, it sucks that people have to be toxic over people having conversations with people. Grow up.

Ghost of Tanith

Just subbed because I think you need a little pick-me-up. No one else does as much for the battletech community than you do Tex, ignore these people giving you abuse. The people that are abusing and disparaging you are bullies that have been given an opportunity to bully in a socially "acceptable" way.

Resubbed to BPL to counter the people who left over this bullshit. I quit patreon a year ago when money was tight, but i recently got a raise and figure i can spare a monthly cup of coffee for you magnificent basterds at the BPL.

To add my voice to the choir. Tex and the rest of the legion you do an amazing job with your videos. You have introduced me to the amazing community and world of BattleTech. There seems to be a lot of hate and fear in the world at the moment there is also a lot of love as well. I've just joined to support the videos I love.

I am very sure all the outraged people that have stated they will never watch you again has never watched you to begin with.

Tex, we spend more time here consuming your content than any other source that's out there. It's obvious what kind of person you are to anyone that spends any time watching you, and you absolutely did not deserve this. Take care of yourself, know that the community loves you, and it looks like most of us here in the comments are willing to hunker down with you through this.

I know it's a simple thing to say, but don't give into the hate! You've got more support behind you than you realize, despite what you say about us Capellans! You can't reason with these types of people. You don't deserve this treatment. Of all the people crossing communities in these troubled times.. these are the people we don't want in ours.

Closer to 300 I think.

AgreeableGrunt

I just want you to know that your videos have helped me through some very bad times in my life. I've watched many hours worth of your content and can tell you are most certainly not a national socialist worker from 1920s Germany. The mob will move on and they only have as much power over you as you give them.

The Night Clerk

No such thing as bad advertising I guess. 200 people added to this Patreon since yesterday.

Subscribed explicitly to support Tex, a man far more kind than I.

oh is this the "wrong by proximity" thing for being on a podcast with someone who had the "no-no opinion"? Meh, twitter will move onto the next thing in a week.

Turai

Okay, maybe you could shed some light on the rage surrounding Arch. I was already turned off by him when he started making more edgelord "Das Juden!" jokes during his playthroughs and he went all "woke= leftist fascism". What else has he done to encourage this kind of reaction? I mean, that was already bad enough, but the immediate backlash against Tex sounds like "drone strike on a wedding" level of outrage. I remember when Arch chatted with a self-avowed white separatist and Arch called himself "more liberal". That concept already spun my head around. I'm just trying to understand without having to read stuff in Swedish.

Face Into Keyboard

I hope this will blow over for you, so that you can go back to do what you enjoy. I had never heard of Arch before this, and no matter what his political views are they don't show up in this podcast with you. All I can hear when I listened to it is two persons talking about a hobby they enjoy. All hail Cargonia and everyone's favorite trashcan.

Dan Pettersson

This too shall pass, don't worry Tex it's just a internet storm that'll be gone before you know it. I just wanted to tell you how grateful I am for all the laughs you've provided and for introducing me to the Battletech universe and ss13. Stay strong and don't be discouraged, anyone who knows even a little bit about you knows that you're a good man.

Let it be know that anyone issuing libel or slander against Dr. Randolph P. Checkers, Esq., AKA Professor Tex, will henceforth be placed under a full Communications Interdiction for violating the terms and agreements of the Communications Protocol of 2787. All communications by such individuals will be suspended until such time as they apologize for their violation and make proper reparation to ComStar via the BPL Patreon. So it is done in the name of the Blessed Blake. Matthew King, Precentor Van Zandt

Oooofff Fiesta Pail is going to make for some expensive plumbing bills.

Professor Tex - I've been watching your Battletech lore vids for over a year now (I think the Tukayyid video was the first one I stumbled upon), and your work on them has consistently awesome and in fact they only seem to get better with each one that gets released. On top of that, I think everyone I have shown your videos to has agreed that your work is amazing. (And Steiner Scout Squad is probably the funniest Battletech thing I have ever seen). Getting hate for simply having a conversation (especially a completely apolitical hobby conversation) with someone on the Internet is disgusting. So, here's some booze money from me to help you keep doing what you've been doing. And may the people attacking you be cursed with no food beyond the Fiesta Pail for a few months.

wtf crap like this will be the death of fun Stay strong tex

tAU_786

You know who you are, and most of us have seen enough of what you put out there to have an idea. We have seen the good that you do for people in your communities. Over the last year or so, during the height of the pandemic, your posts encouraging people to band together and fight through the rough times were a source of comfort to many. The way you have led the charge in welcoming the Warhammer refugees is the kind of attitude I wish we could see more of these often insular and gate kept fan communities. What I have seen just doesn't match up with what the vocal minority are saying about you. I don't care for Arch, but doesn't represent you, and for me, he doesn't tarnish the good you have done and the positivity you have brought.

^ Thanks for 'coming out of the woodwork' and commenting everybody! We are a mini-Legion here!

Walt_Man

Hey Tex, I hope you don't give weight to the words of the rage mob. What you did was the right thing, any way you look at it. If we can't talk to one another, can't find common ground with those that we have differences with, then we will surely rip our communities to sheds.

Seth Smith

I really really really don't understand people... all is about politics, fun is not fun anymore. Tex, i'm mad at this, despite the fact i'm an italian guy because this is the new form of disrespect going on today. Keep up the good work, i'll stay with the BPL forever... and going to play some ss13 when i'll have time to spare. A big hugh and a smile :)

Ummmmm, yeahhhhh............if Arch was just a normal conservative it wouldn't have been an issue. Tex didn't deserve the hatepile. But there's a very good reason GW sent in Primaris Lawmarines via drop-pod to cease any hint of official collaboration and to make Arch drop the "Warhammer" part of that channel name, eh?

The REAL FlyDog's Prairie Meme Emporium

Tex keep up the good work, there is nothing wrong with talking to people about your hobbies.

Tom Sutton

You're a good man, Tex. The people attacking you are part of a vicious minority of the internet community that hold such reprehensible views that they know the only way to prevent anyone from disagreeing with those views is to attack anyone who openly holds opposing views or treats with those who do. I'm so sorry you had to get dragged into that. Arch is a good man too, I've never seen anything real to suggest he's anything worse than conservative, and even if he was the monster they see it still wouldn't have been a bad move to go on his podcast. You have nothing to feel shame over, and frankly I hope you two can collab further in the future. I've been a fan for a while, and I've been putting off being a patron, until now. I'll bet a hell of a lot that you're going to get infinitely more support than derision from this community, and in general. Stay strong, don't let the destroyers get to you. Most of all, stay you.

Minerva

I remember when /b/ was the asshole of the internet not reddit (it was a much better quality of asshole). I have enjoyed your content and you have always come across as a good guy. So, pull back from their bullshit and remember, you are who you are not who other's claim you to be.

Coyote

I'm not a Patreon guy. I will probably only make a one-time payment at the $25 level. But I wanted to contribute to show my support, I challenged other BT fans to do the same, and if they disagree with you to put their money where their mouth is and match my donation, but to the American Cancer Society instead. Let's see who's nothing but talk.

You know, while normally I like to hear the things I write spoken aloud in a rich leathery voice. It hits different today. I am one of those cats who dropped the Patreon, but decided to pop back after some sober second review. Turns out you get a hair trigger when things are wild at work. Plus, I found out about the Unfortunate Collaboration from a friend who folks like Arch absolutely would have gassed. While Tex fucked up, it was an overreaction to say, "You done heed your last haw." Arch is absolutely a piece of rancid dogshit piloting a diseased skin-mech. I'll say one of the WOB Pretas, because I bloody hate those things, and when my point of Axel IICs absolutely thundergonked one to smithereens in a recent campaign game I partially achieved climax. But, we're all on hair triggers these days. And some of the wild shit folks have said to, on, or about Tex is WAAAAAYYYYY too far. TL:DR. Folks fuck up, others counterfuck up. Arch can get fucked with a rusty cactus, Hail Cargonia.

The REAL FlyDog's Prairie Meme Emporium

Arch is a firebrand, which is why they hate and unfortunately Tex got caught in the mix. That being said I hope they continue to collaborate in the future just to piss off the hate mob.

Agreed.

Until I draw my final breath I will stand and fight alongside you Tex, these people are no longer welcome to my table.

I've sat on joining the patreon for a while for financial reasons. however... after all this i've dropped a couple others so i can try and lend my $ to keeping you floating. you've got this man.

Krathognis

Hello, I listened to the conversation between you and Arch yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed it. I think the controversy about it is ridiculous and childish, so I hopped over here and joined your Patreon. Keep up the good work!

People sucks now days and you didnt do anything wrong.

army310

This hurts my heart. Best way I can support you Tex is with my wallet. I joined the Patreon today over this. Stay positive, keep being awesome.

This is obviously a heinous attempt by the Cappellans to slander Tex' good name with Propaganda and lies. I shall be increasing my funding to the BPL to combat this most cowardly campaign of misinformation. Slander and lies!

Ironguard

Some people have an unfortunate tendency to react wildly and without taking time to consider the situation. Arch is an awful person, but having a conversation with him doesn't somehow make you an awful person. Fascism isn't an airborne virus, it's an idea, and the only way to combat dangerous and destructive ideas is through civil debate. But we can't have any kind of discourse if we just brand these people as monsters and cast them out. All that does is help radicalize them.

Lexiconjurer

Just joined and this is the first thing I hear. You know what, sir? You now have a lifetime sponsor for your bad ideas a goofy antics. I can make a little bit extra to put aside every month to support someone who loves with his heart and continues to show that he is willing to welcome anyone into his hobby.

It's always frustrating, enraging and painful to be falsely accused, especially of something you are strongly against. On the other side of things, it's also painful to learn (or assume, in this case) that somebody you respect, admire, etc, might have very negative and harmful beliefs. I'm very glad you made a strong statement on this. Unfortunately many of us have learned the hard way that certain groups we thought defeated are still active in the world. Some folks have to suffer through the fact that important people in their lives ascribe to the beliefs of those groups. That suspicion can fester, and the only real way for it to be eradicated is having those folks you want to believe are better than that, but aren't always sure, make a strong statement on the matter. I hope that your strong statements on the matter assuage the vitriol that's coming your way. Either way, take the time you need to get yourself back together. Take the time to put yourself first. Take the time to sort your headspace out and progress from this. The majority of your fanbase and supporters will be here frantically drooling for more content when you get back.

Hey, uh. Just got here. Urbie ftw!

You have my support. There is nothing you did that was wrong and even the content of the interview was fine. Unfortunately, people these days are increasingly monitored and have their ability for self expression/discovery limited, and access to differing world views slashed accordingly. This results in people who don't understand that you can have more than a couple choices when it comes to things and also kowtow to perceived superiors. I hope in time that their exposure to how the world works will enable them to take their psychological blinders off. Regardless, this does not give them the excuse to treat you as they did. Know that you have my support and if you need someone to talk to you got my contacts.

Kasperl Stormcrow

Spite Fund! Spite Fund!

SouthPawBirk

I've been listening to your wonderful works for awhile now, and in the wake of this injustice I decided now was the time you needed my support more than ever. I'm just a random fan from the internet, but I hope it helps Mr. Tex.

You've got my support, for what little its worth as a rando on the internet. Don't have a big long dramatic message about it, but you've got it. Keep up the excellent work and I hope you have the time, space and peace to recover from these ridiculous and vicious attacks.

Autocharth

Sorry for the rambling but I am so pissed people would abuse you and the BPL for something this stupid.

Whit17

Any form of guilt by association is just vile. We don't do that. That's not how anything works. No. This saddens me to the great extent that BPL and you personally get attacked for, well, talking to someone. It doesn't matter if the grievances that people have against Arch are well based or not. it doesn't matter if he actually ARE what some claim him to be. This is all irrelevant. You can't and shouldn't be judged by the fact that you talked to someone. Giving people time of the day is not a crime. It's how we communicate. Find common ground. It's how we operate and live. If you just brand someone and be done with it. And then brand everyone that person comes into contact with, what's even is that? What sort of Inquisition? Listen. Okay. I don't do communicate often much well, alright? People leaving over the fact that you've talked to someone cordially like a civilized person? Fine. Their choice. I, for once, enjoyed the incredible amounts of awkwardness in that video. Right? Right. BPL does an amazing job and brings smile to my face. You guys are great. And you've rekindled my love for BattleTech. That's it.

FlyingTorpedoWhale

Tex, FUCK THOSE ASSHOLES! I doubt they would recognize an actual Nazi if one stopped to shake their hand on his way to Argentina. If people want to act like a bunch of stinking Capellans because you had one conversation about tabletop with a guy who acts like a dickhead they can pound sand. Don't even give them the time of day. If they think you love white nationalist or nazis or whatever other extremist garbage movement they haven't paid attention to the person you actually are and doubt they actually support your work. You and everyone else in the BPL bust your asses to produce great stuff and we have to beat you over the head and make you take our money for it. On top of that every interaction I've had with the people on your team has been fantastic! Ignore the shrieking of the mob and as always fuck Games Workshop and Clanners get out!

Whit17

I want to send out one more piece of love Tex. The same thought and care you put into your work will see you through the filth of the day.

Hi Tex. I just wanted to throw in my two cents. I've been involved in the public arena and had the same sort of people who are currently coming at you come at me with the same, baseless, accusations. I weathered it and came through the other side ok, and I believe you will as well. Also, two years ago I was in an accident that left me with a brain injury which I'm still recovering from. I've been, apart from medical appointments, housebound since. Because of this and the pandemic, my friends gradually drifted away. During this time, the work and videos from you and the BPL have helped me stay connected to the hobby we all love, BattleTech. It's also given me something to forward to on a regular basis. When I cast my eyes over this comment section, I can see that I'm not the only one who feels this way. Finally becoming a Patreon supporter seems to be the least I could do to try and return the favour. Between what you do for the BattleTech community and the charity fund raising, the good you've done far outweighs whatever bad things the outrage mob are (falsely) accusing you of - and they'll never be able to take that away from you. Thank you for all you do. Regards, A weary, old Ghost Bear (who doesn't American Football too good).

the way to deal with these people is to ignore them for 3 days and it blow over.

army310

You've done nothing but foster community and bolster it with acts of charity, provision of outstanding content, and a remarkable air of positivity. Warhammer political alignment gossip is somehow incredibly pervasive. Warhammer has pockets (far from all of it's fans) of ProudBoys, NatSocs, and other hateful groups, somehow. It is a game. I do not know why politics are involved in a tabletop game, but here we are. You extended an ambassadorial olive branch to this group, and these fuckers bit you and latched on. It destroys me to hear sadness crack in a voice that got me through the loss of family, friends, and multiple days so dark I was either sucking whiskey or a gun. This is unfair. You deserve better than this level of hatred when all you've done is your goddamn best. I wrote to you once on here, and you responded back with a line I use to govern my actions in times of extreme hardship, and you may find it useful to hear from someone else: "Remember that, when one is in hell, the trick is to just keep going. "

(copy and pasted from my YT post) Shit by association needs to stop. Yes I watch bpl, yes I watch arch. I told some ppl that I watched arch's lore videos, and I got branded, if anyone who knows me heard that I was called a nazi simp, or a Nazi in general, they would laugh, cos I'm the most liberal guy out there, maybe an idealist on a good day, a realist on a bad one. Tex, the ppl that watch you and love the work that you and the guys does will be here, cheering you on. The ones that left, obviously don't realise that just cos we have a discussion, or a debate with some one means you are "in bed" with em. Stay strong good sir, take time to gather yourself, take some love and support from friends, family, well-meaning weirdos on the internet. I know you really don't like attention to yourself, but take the help to chill if it is offered. Peace, you glorious bastard!

I want to make it clear that arch sucks ass, but you obviously don't. You deserve all the support you can get, but please don't be sympathetic to arch

Heya, I'm taking a moment out of my Lunchbreak to let you know that the idiots that feel the need to tear you down because of a more or less casual conversation with what was to you a stranger are not worth the headache they already caused you. Of course just saying that doesn't make it easier to internailze it, let alone shrug off all this harrassment. So I decided if you can get two Cheeseburgers for it, you can have some of my Money. Get yourself those burgers, hand one toa good freidn and take it easy. take a break from the internet if you need to, just get yourself back in order before this stuff gets you too down. I'll be waiting patiently for more stuff from you, no matter how long you take, I'll be there to enjoy it with everyone else once you get through this.

I signed up after seeing your Youtube post. In my opinion you are a great content creator and a good person. Those who attack you for speaking with someone they don't like don't deserve your time.

Tex. The day I found your channel I was having a pretty shitty day. I had just had an email telling me that my job application had been turned down, I had run out of money the previous day so I couldn't get some nice food, and my computer had only come back during the morning from a checkup, and all my games had been uninstalled, so I had to reinstall them at a 785 Kilobyte average download speed. There were also multiple other stresses at the time, including worrying about my health in a mold ridden apartment while also sleeping in a bed that consistently twisted to make me fall out. I decided to try youtube, and in my recommended list was your Tukayyid video. I thought what the heck and tried it. When you said "Well buckle up, here's an education" I smiled. When you said "In Layman's Terms this was called Tactical Fuckery" I chuckled. When you said "Some Clanners even did a Third graders level of research" I Laughed. Throughout your video I smiled, laughed, cheered, and at the end I was not just feeling better, I felt Awe, and respect for the Comguard's actions. I am a 40k fan, not of the recent changes or games workshop, but of the Universe, and I am an eternal Imperial Guard fanboy. And your description of the battle of Tukayyid reminded me of of why I Love the Imperial Guard. And it made me look deeper into the universe of Battletech. I subscribe to Arch Warhammer because I enjoy his video's on the lore of the universe, of the units, regiments, wars and battles. I subscribe to other channels for the same reason. I watched the video you made with arch after listening to this announcement, and I just grew increasingly angry. Not because of the video, I really enjoyed listening to it, But because these fucking assholes were tearing into you for making a good video with a good conversation that goes on for a good amount of time. I am here for the long run. If I could I would give more. Because I Enjoy your videos, and I enjoy your teaching of the lore of the game and universe that I now enjoy and want to get into. Whats more, your video made me look at something I didn't know about before because I had not had much contact with the community, and abandoned the community outside a couple youtubers for years. I saw turn signals on a land raider, and laughed. I Loved that. Again, I am here for the long haul. And I know, that Alot of people on here are the same.

Taylor Tilbury

Well Tex it looks like both our grandfathers spent some time in the same neck of the woods. I unlike most of the people i have seen post on here have been a fan of arch for several years, the majority of the negative things that have been brought up about him have mostly been out of context quotes from lore videos from years earlier and a lack of remembering that arch is not an American and thus has a different set of societal norms from what has become the "internet normal". Arch puts in just as much time and effort into his lore videos that Tex does and while a lot of arches euphemisms are not going to be American standard they still bring the point across. Tldr; internet assholes are the worst assholes so just ignore them

James A. Glier

So, I’m rather new to battletech. I started playing about 7 months ago. At a point I was struggling with lockdown, COVID, working from home and being a parent in this strange world I found myself in. I naturally found your videos. There were such a source of entertainment and escapism for em I listened to many of them twice. I started trying to convince friends to get into battletech as well. So once I could see people again I could play with the. (Only so many times I can play vs my 5 year old). The first thing I did was send links to your videos to drum up interest. Last night I played a 3 player games with my friends, each of which brought there own Lance. Each of which owe last night to you and your videos. Then I read about this BS drama! I felt the only thing I could do to help was join your patron. So here I am! The world is so messed up right now, global warming, COVID, Middle East. Sometimes I think people lash out at a small drama they feel they can be involved in and feel heard, and are over zealous when they do. Try to understand everyone is rather fed up in life and they themselves may realise there over reacting in a few weeks. May be I’m naive but I can’t believe people can be THAT worked up naturally over such a nothing issue…. Anyway, for better or worse this drama has gained me to your group. God help us all :)

Hey Tex, I'm a new Patreon but I've been into BattleTech for a while and your content has only increased my love for this setting, as well as that of my mates. Don't let the bastards grind you down, as some other commenters have said, these weirdos aren't fans worth noting.

Hey, as a member of the periphery, I joined specifically to express my support and say that yes, you did not deserve what has happened to you. You should have the right to talk to whoever you want, about what you want. That is the point of freedom, is it not? So if a bunch of assholes shit on your lawn because you dared speak with a persona they hold non grata, give em the bird, and keep doing what you're doing. Because of you, I know to never trust capellans, not to buy flashy omnimechs, and to always be good to people. I wager if your so called fans had taken that attitude to heart, if they would have treated you as they had. You're a good person, and no-one can tell me otherwise

Tex, those guys lambasting you... They're not Battletech fans. They're political trolls nothing more. Just randos looking for a target. Arch is a good guy, but because he discusses the flaws in the system he regularly gets harassed and unfortunately you gut caught in the blast radius. Look pal just treat them like the Capellan weirdos that they are, and in the end of the day we your fans and the actual Battletech community have your back. We are the one whom actually watch your content, we are the one who love your work. They are just weirdos, nothing more. We have your back pal.

Chris

You have a new patreon, keep strong and don't let these asses keep you down.

Yup; my first time here too

William Chamberlain

Saw your post on YouTube and signed up here - take my money you human being you

William Chamberlain

Been with you and the BPL, and I’m not going anywhere. Thanks for all you do- and please don’t let this discourage you from having polite conversations with *anyone* about a hobby, and a fictional setting, that we all love.

Not usually the kind of person who leaves comments on things. Usually I just lurk on the sidelines and watch what goes on. I can no longer in good conscience do that. Tex's BattleTech 'lectures' and his SS13 content helped me through a really shitty time in my life. The fact that people are attacking him for reasons as utterly stupid as this has me angry and disappointed in equal measure. Keep doing what you do Tex. I may not be in the Legion proper, and I may not talk much. But you have my support.

Hey tex and bpl, I’ll continue to stand with you guys. Not much more I can say that hasn’t been said already.

Adrian

At least two

PrimaFacie

Hey, Arch might not be perfect, (Hell he may be Satan incarnate) and you might not like or even hate him - cool. Ironically many argue (as do I) what really got him called bad names was when he talked to Sargon when 40K first had many of the same things happen that happened with GG a couple of years before, and that's what really got called a Nazi. (again hate GG - fine but the fact a GOOD person is getting treated like dog crap just for talking to someone, who ironically got in trouble years ago for talking to someone? Come on now, at least realize the irony, or get a new playbook.) Now because someone as good as Tex tries to be nice to maybe a flawed person, now gets torn down? I don't like Vauch but only a pinhead would call Tex a commie. (sounds like he has gotten hell from those on the right in the past for doing this basically) Why I love this place - Space Tex and the BPL created is because politics is supposed to get left at the door. Even if it isn't, shouldn't we seek to help the fallen, show kindness? IDK if you don't agree fair enough, but it's like going after Mr. Rogers cuz he was nice to someone's crazy uncle for an hour. Cool if you disagree but WTF Tex - TEX a NAZI? F(gammers word) REALLY? really? Be better. To steal a phrase - just the opinions of an asshole. God bless - sorry Tex.

Arch is pretty cool and you're pretty cool. These goblins that think that their opinions matter oh so much on who someone else chooses to speak to are pretty shit.

Urst_

You're my idol Tex and the community knows that you're nothing the hate mobs portrayed you as, I hope you don't take them to heart as sometimes its just part of the business to have hate mobs attack you over nothing because they know nothing of whats going on with you or anything for that matter. Keep up the great content and just know the Community has your back

Hello Tex, Your passion for your work is what brought me back to battletech. I like nerds, and I like nerdy shit. Keep up the good work, and screw the haters. On the plus side it committed me to joining the BPL, keep up the great work!

If by any small chance anyone who was bad mouthing Tex happens to see this, I'd like you to know, your the reason I've 10X'd my patreon. You're trying to tear a good man down for no good reason, and you can go fuck yourselves. Keep your head held high Tex. The vocal minority will dog pile you for a time. But soon their hate machine will drag them elsewhere. Don't let thier sad, pathetic attempts to make them feel like thier lives have meaning bring you down.

No One Special

TL;DR version of my youtube post: Arch can suck my ass but you're still rad as hell and a vital member of the community. Oh no, you were just excited to go talk about your favorite thing and aren't terminally online. Whatever, it happens, and all the social media keyboard warriors need to get some therapy. Social media isn't real and your actual fans out there have your back still. Now as your new associate producer, what is up with the catering around here? We really need to move past Fiesta Pail. (<3)

TOGSolid

You are not alone Tex. Anyone who would shame someone for talking to someone, as well as name-calling, is nothing more than a foolish spoiled child. We got you brother! All of us here in the BPL!

Nerd_Power

Just to mention... A contest of vocabulary between Tex and Arch would be bloody legendary... Both have absolute talent for making a sculpture of reality with words... Painting a picture would not make it justice. And that's one reason Arch has jumped over many 40k lore makers and they don't much like him for it. There are always some questionable choices in once life. I just wonder if everyone who questions any association with Arch today was equally diligent in burning theirs Che Guevaras t-shirts...

Václav Šobr

I stand with you.

I am voting with my dollars here. Anyone under attack from the new brown shirts of our age for simply talking to someone has my support.

Brian

Arch sucks, but the fact that these ridiculous internet trolls respond in the way that they have really makes my blood boil. You hit the nail on the head - they don't have the vocabulary or emotional range to communicate like adults. To hell with em. Tex has built an awesome community with the BPL and doesn't deserve to get dragged through this.

Hi Tex, I first found your channel through the youtube algorithm (sometimes youtube actually does nice things) around the time you released the Madcat video. I branched out from your Battletech content and have enjoyed all out it. When the pandemic hit and I was forced to work from home, your videos and podcast helped me stay sane. When I saw your post on youtube, I wanted to show my appreciation for all that you've done for me. I created a Patreon account for the sole and express purpose of giving YOU money. Please don't let this get you down. We've got your back!

Hey Tex, you talked on the podcast about being a stakeholder and voting with your dollars; time to sub and say, "I support what you say and produce!"

TheMaskedP

Don't know anything about Arch, don't care to but after reading Tuck Davions post and then your own post on YT I could do no less then come here and give what little support I can. I hope this all blows over soon and we can get back to the Battletech goodness and shit posting shenanigans.

Sayin' a similar thing here that I posted on YouTube in the hope that the sentiment reaches you and provides some measure of comfort: TLDR: Arch sucks, but Tex is amazing. Long Form: You and the BPL are a foundational pillar of the Battletech community. Your passion, your character, and your kindness are (in my humble estimation) beyond reproach. Talking with people, especially in nerd circles, is fucking messy. You don't have a PR team to screen invites for you, and you shouldn't get one. Your passionate about the setting, and wanted to nerd out on a podcast, there's nothing wrong with that. I am very much not a fan of Arch, but going on his podcast to talk about things that bring you joy is something that should be commended. It also, cannot diminish my measure of you, or of the work you've done. Stay strong. Sometimes people on the internet are absolutely fucking awful, but we've got your back.

No worries, Tex. Love your content. You stay strong brother!

Well in this case you gained a subscriber from your chat with Arch.

Doubled my contribution. Look, it’s only an extra $1.50 AUD, but your a top bloke, who works bloody hard to make great content.and I know that, and know you deserved better. even if I think Arch is a knob.

Hey boss, take care of yourself.

Long time lurker and now new to patron. Tex and the rest of BPL y'all keep doing you! It’s always a fantastic day when you guys put out a lore video. Its crazy that you were attacked for essentially talking to the “wrong Individual”. Honestly it’s very self-evident that you do not support all the crap you have been accused of. F all the bull shit drama. I welcome all the new 40K folks to our wonderful small garden of BattleTech. I’m excited to see this community grow. The community should be focused on the current BattleTech renaissance with all the new mini sculpts, game books, lore books, and of course all the new community members. Let’s work together to clean up the mess that was made by people shitting all over that garden with bull shit politics , Hang up a new air freshener, and lets all move on from this stupid bull shit drama. Keep your head up, and don’t let the bullies and cowards get you down. See you on the other side of this drop.

Sorry about what happened to you today, man. I finally joined up on your Patreon to help fill the void. I'll refrain from talking about any people that turned their backs on you for something so petty. It would be pretty gross and probably not what you need now anyway. Stay strong.

Amen.

I'm pretty shit at writing these things, but I just want to put down some words to let you know that there are more people out there that support you than there are haters. I don't normally do this patreon stuff, but I wanted to put my money where my mouth is. Listening to you talk to Arch about 40k and BT was like tracing my own history through the years. In addition, your Tex Talks Battletech series has made revitalized my interest in BT, and is like listening to a relaxing lecture from someone who actually cares about the subject matter. Stay Strong!

Don't bend the knee. I'm listening to you for last 3 years. Look at the support you are getting. Do what you do. Collab more with Arch to just middle finger them. You got it bro, and we are here to support you. You don't need people in the community who will go this far, over the fact you talking with someone about hobbies.

Never heard anything from Arch to substantiate the allegations made against him. Just sounds like the usual drama from the Internet Drama Mill.

Scott Malcomson

Don't let the haters get you down bro, you can't please everyone. Arch is one of my favorite YouTubers and you seem like a nice guy, looking forward to exploring your channel.

hang in there Tex, i dont know what to say other than there attention will shift soon, the negative people will hopefully go away and the ones who are not ass hats will stay .we are all here for ya if ya need anything bud.

Rider_Reaper

After reading your post on YT, I came straight here and subscribed. We got your back.

NeroPrime

I don't like Arch. But shitting on you because you talked to the guy is petty, and small minded. We should, all of us, be willing and able to engage with people we don't necessarily agree with. We should be able to discuss topics, opinions, and specifics without lumping them all into a whole based on their source. This is the event that drives my support from vocal to financial. Forget the haters. Those with minds to think will recognize your quality.

Tex, keep on doing what you're doing. Haven't listened to the podcast yet, but I'm 100% sure you were talking Battletech and not politics. Ignore the clown show, and know that we've got your back.

Left a comment on YouTube, joined because my financial situation is stable and allows me to support my favorite artist. So leaving a comment here too. You've got my backing Tex, don't let the haters get to you. Hope you get the rest you need and can work past this internet rigamarole.

Sean O'Donnell

Tex, You are an inspiration to us all. Unfortunately in this world you can't make everyone happy. Forget those guys who are bringing you down. You rock, and they can't take that away from you. I've been listening/watching your shows for a long while, I've laughed at SS13 "OH YEAH!", Listened to your memorized poetry and been amazed at your lore videos. So when I saw that you were doing a video with Arch about 40k it was gonna be rough. Seems like 40k is the place where all the angry people go on the internet. Not everyone, but it's got them. People got mad and overreacted as if it was the second punic war. Which is not your fault in the least. So take my dollar and if I suddenly become rich then I definitely have more for this amazing project we call BPL. Your our Macho Man, and don't you forget it.

Tex, I've been listening to and watching your (and the BPL's) shenanigans for a while now. As a BT fan since childhood, so....so long ago, I considered doing the Patreon here several times. But this latest (very)partial hive mind spasm made me feel I have to make MY support for you and your joyful sharing of what YOU love more concrete. Don't let the crazies get you down. They aren't anything like a majority. I could ramble on about how it is absurd for people to outright attack you for something you didn't do, condone, or much know about. Or how civil conversation is sadly dying. But mostly this is for you Tex. One more person might or might not help you feel a bit better. But I, and many others from the look of it, have your back where and how we can. Stay safe out there.

I don't like Arch. I do like Tex. I don't think Tex or the BPL are like Arch. I like what y'all do for the community and I like that your videos go to good causes. Keep up the good work, I'll keep subscribing.

ChainsawSnuggling

I don't care about other content creators and I know they won't have an effect on you. Keep up your good work and keep being yourself like you always have.

Sasha

Keep up the good work sir, I enjoy all that you've done with something I treasured as my intro into tabletop when I was a kid. I enjoy the content you put out as well as the stuff not related to Battletech. Don't let people who likely are "fair weather" subscribers put you down, there are tons more of us that respect you and your work. Thanks again and get your head on straight and know you bring a smile to peoples faces with what you do.

WinglessRayven

Hey Tex, don't let the idiots get you down. Arch has fought these knuckleheads and they hate him for that defiance. I hope you do another podcast with him in the future.

These people just don't know you. So you had a cordial conversation with a guy who, by all accounts, has done some...controversial stuff; big whoop! It's not like you supported his political views on things or anything! But for these people to condemn you just for that...well shame on them! Who you talk to in terms of a cordial conversation that has nothing to do with politics or anything like that is your business, not theirs! It's like, calling someone a Nazi just because they had a chat with Hitler himself! It's downright stupid! You did nothing wrong, man. It's their failure to act as rational human beings, not yours. That said, I understand how you feel. Post 9/11, some A-Hole in my high school actually provoked me by calling my family terrorists simply because they loaded bombs on planes in the Air Force and the fact that my sister was not born in the Continental USA. I punched the guy, he punched me, but he got punished for it since he basically started it. So I understand what your going through in that department somewhat.

Michael Sullivan

All of this pushed me to stop mooching off of the rest of the community and chuck in coffee cash. You and the crew do good, Tex. Keep it up.

First of all people suck. Second Tex does not suck. Tex is in fact doing a good job. Sucky people should not bother Tex as he does his good work.

Nighttrain5000

I'm fairly new to your community but after seeing this I knew I had to show my support here. It is unfortunate that so many people decided to target you for something so trivial. I hope things get easier for you in the next few days.

Joining in with the rest: you are doing good work, and you are more than worthy of the respect of your real fans. I hate that somehow you're expected to do background checks on people before you're allowed to give them the time of day. I don't know how you do the stuff you do, anyways. The thought of putting myself out there like that terrifies me. So, I hope you are able to continue your good work in peace - you deserve it.

Drake

If talking battletech is objectionable and evil then woah man. Have you considered signing up for super villain status? Now that Thanos is gone I hear there's a vacancy. In all seriousness those people can swallow a fork. In their attempt to be the hero of their own little world all they succeeded in doing was making themselves look bad.

I didn't realize they'd let me write a thesis for a profile name and now I'm channelling my inner Fallout Boy

I've been a fan of the BPL for a while. While a subscriber of Arch's on YT, I never supported him financially directly. When I got the notification and saw that he uploaded a conversation with you, I simultaneously knew, beyond a shadow of a doubt, two completely unrelated things: that it would be a good conversation filled with passion for the hobby of miniature wargaming, and that there would be a huge backlash because people despise Arch with such fervor. I was right on both counts but even I didn't appreciate the depths to which some people will sink. So I just joined Patreon, just now, and the BPL is my very first creator to throw money behind. You don't deserve the vitriol, and I want to take the place of at least one of the people who doesn't appreciate just how wildly entertaining your videos can be.

Hey Tex, sorry that you feel like you need to put yourself out there for the sake of promoting the community. All I hope is that you yourself feel a want to do so. And you know what if people don't like that, then honestly it was probably going to be an eventuallity they would go. For those 500 messages, just know you have thousands who just want to enjoy this hobby, and do it with cool people like you and the large majority of the BPL.

Left a comment on YouTube leaving another one here. You did nothing wrong Tex not a goram thing and we all know it. Take time to rest, heal, get your head on straight, the fans, the Patreons, and the Legion has your back. You spoke from the heart in the podcast and rightly called BS on a lot of GWs shady shit and other corporate BS. Whatever comes of this you must remember you made no mistake, you do not need to apologize. Keep on keeping on, you glorious mercenary

Mr Tex, you shouldn't let these people think they hurt you. Its what they want at this point. I signed up to be a patreon because I know backlash is here and because I frankly should have been giving you help to make the content I like. Fair weather fans aren't fans. Just ride it out and eventually they will tire. The five minutes of hate will end when the next controversy hits in the next few days. You didn't do anything wrong. The people who hate you would have found a reason to hate you eventually. Thank you for making videos, giving me a good laugh and being such a kind person with your charities. Stay strong.

Denis Sater

I am aware of Arch. It is my opinion he is only controversial amongst those who seek to be victims. You did nothing wrong. Appearing on his podcast was fine. I doubt many of the people who have messaged you are actual fans but are just claiming to be in order to hurt you. Screw them. If acting as an ambassador to another fandom offends them then they can pound sand. You have my support. Your videos are creative and you have a radio voice. Stay strong and know your fans are better than what you are seeing. One thing I'll add: These days, someone saying "I can no longer support X" makes me ask the question if the person was a supporter to begin with or if they are just trying to create the illusion of losing support. Of course, I'm in some Facebook groups where flounces are known to be rated.

James Schardt

Fully agree. Never, never, never apologize when you are in the right, especially online. This only opens you up to further attack (eg: "TeX aDmItS tO bEiNg A nAzI!", among others). Stay strong, Tex!

IamUnknown

I’m so sorry for the choices that these people are making. I was the first voice message on the podcast and it is one of my big nerd joys!! I will not stop supporting you, the BPL, and people who just want to put their positives out there. Thank you Tex for being yourself. I have have get conversations with Mike and Goat and Digs because of the content you put out there. I’m so sorry for the stress this has put on you. I have NO idea of who this Arch guy is, but I can’t believe that you were saying anything that supports hate, violence towards any groups, or even getting into political shit. I’ll leave with a thank you for being you! I’m not going anywhere!!

Laird Stanard

Brah, no apologies needed for talking to people. Nothing but love for you. We got your back.

Hey Tex, I'd encourage you to reach out to talk to Mike, Goat, Nick and Deputy. Not going to blow smoke up your ass, but anyone who says you're a Nazi hasn't consumed your media and is throwing baseless accusations. (Seriously, there are people out there who are trying to call the dude who constantly returns to the refrain of 'be kind' a Nazi? What the actual fuck?) Anyone who has done so I feel you can block without guilt or a second thought, as they have made a decision to strike out at you without knowledge of who you are, what you do and what you believe. Take some time, unplug for a bit if you're able to and this will blow over shortly. The people currently harassing you will find someone else for their two minute's hate. Stay strong and do not apologize. You've done nothing wrong, friend.

IamUnknown

Tex, I am with you. Stay strong, good sir!

Finally in a position to be able to support you the way I've always wanted to. Never apologize for wanting to talk nerd with someone no matter what the hate mob says you're a good man and a great YouTuber.

Moral integrity is needed now more than ever. Here to support you, Tex. Stay strong, stay in the fight!

Tex you are a true inspiration, and a man of integrity, morals and principles. You will always have friends and loved ones who are standing with you. Take your time, de-stress and refresh. Love you man. We stand with the Legion.

Tex, I am so sorry you got caught up in that. Stay strong and know we still appreciate all your hard work, your ethics, your honor and above all YOU. We are here for you Tex.

MechMerc

Dude, fandom is for everyone who can check their baggage at the door. If people can't keep their politics-boners in their pants that's their own problem. Tex, you're the best thing that has happened to Battletech in decades. Keep on keeping on, and don't let anyone spoil the beautiful madness of the Battletech Universe and the BPL. It's a rare and precious thing. We're in your corner.

Adam Koslin

There are people out there who put politics and political correctness above all, as the ultimate priority. Sooner or later, you would of said or done something to get their hackles up, and this would of happened. On the internet, it is (to quote the Agent) 'inevitable'. Just remember that the overwhelming majority of the vitriol comes from a tiny minority of the population. Ignore it, push through, and keep doing what you're doing.

Tanall

If they attacked you over that they clearly didn’t watch that video. And fuck those guys for going after you like that. It’s reprehensible to attack someone like that for what is a benign conversation. This revelation genuinely makes me hand shaking furious. But I will not stoop to their level of BS they aren’t worth it. If they think you are a bad person I say point them to the various donation drives you have spearheaded and see if they can still stomach their own blind stupidity.

Michael Kimberling

I will say a small piece, of a stranger's opinion on this topic. To those that want to pitchfork, pause, breathe, and take a moment to think critically about what you are going to try and stab. Nazi, to those of history is not a slur taken lightly. This word has been made a buzz word and has deluted its weight. Stop, breathe, think. Move on with your life. To Tex and the rest of the amazing team that supports your work. This situation seems to be inevitable. It pains me to hear it happen to you. You are not responsible for anothers outlook on the world or how another reacts and moves about their environment. The fact this hits so hard shows your genuine love for what you do... If that hasn't already been made aware by your masterful works of entertainment and art. Keep being a general great human being that produces smiles and laughter into this world Tex. We are here for you and your team.

Brandon Kruchin AKA Kru

It's absurd that anyone should be treated like that over a conversation with someone they barely know. You have a common hobby. I'm sure everyone who watched that video, also had that common hobby. If they want to scream, and flail, and start lashing out, then don't pay them any mind. They aren't worth it. I'm sure many will even reverse their opinion by the time the next Tex Talks rolls out (though whether this is a good thing or a bad thing idk, probably a bad thing). So anyway, don't let them get to you. I know that the community you've fostered means a lot to you. Know that it won't go away because of some misguided individuals. If there's one thing this community has shown, it's that we have the capacity for empathy; think about all the money that has been raised for charities, and the people who come in saying that you helped them through rough spots. The majority of us don't care who you talk to, and those of us who do realize you had no idea the extent of what you were getting into.

James Detmer

I have little spending money, but I joined your Patreon as soon as I saw what is happening. What you have made is something special for all fans of Battletech, and attacking someone for merely speaking to another person is nothing short of vile. The sons of the Suns do not run.

Stay strong Tex. Never apologise to an internet hate mob.

Cancel culture cowardice at it's finest, attacking anyone that merely speaks to Arch, because they cannot tolerate that people are different. projecting their own moral bankruptcy and evil onto anyone that disagrees with them. Cheer up Tex, they literally do not matter in any way. You Do.

Trond Holstad

They kicked my favorite you tuber. It shall not stand! So now you get my money because I can't kick them back because I'm a man of peace.

BadgerWi Johnson

Well Arch is controversial figure in 40k quite a lot. The issue mostly stems that he started to criticise GW before it was cool. And in regards to the other stuff. He seemes to mostly disassociate with past. Left wing equivalent would be if someone burned Cheguevara t-shirt. Nowadays arch generaly hates both government and corporations.

Václav Šobr

Dude as the saying goes: **** those guys. I've never heard of Arch and I couldn't care less who you have a conversation with; what matters is what is said in that conversation. We are slowly losing the ability for rational discourse with anyone who's values don't align with our own and this is a perfect example of the fallout from that. Sorry you're having a round with the true trolls of the internet, don't think any of us will get upset if you disable comments on all your feeds for a week, the amount of poison coming at you can and will overwhelm the good.

It is truly disgusting how low some people will bring themselves. Stay strong, Tex. We've got your back.

ketch me outside

Your first sentence was literally the question I asked, I ain't heard of the guy.

They call me Fieryone, cause I'm Fieryious about the state of US Politics!

Joined today, thank you for getting me into battletech and all the amazing content! The batshit crazy social media asshats will call ANYONE a nazi for ANY reason...

I don't know the guy you had a conversation with, never heard of him, but it sounds to me like you too, were not aware of them and their other nature, so I'll be staying you make quality content and are only human, you're certainly not a Nazi, nothing you've ever said or done has made me think that. I'm sorry people are attacking you over this, it's ridiculous.

They call me Fieryone, cause I'm Fieryious about the state of US Politics!

I've been meaning to joing the BPL patreon for a year now, but I haven't been motivated to make a patreon account until now. I saw the post about people attack Tex due to a video he made with Arch and I couldn't believe people were actually attacking Tex of all people. He busts his ass making amazing battletech content and is an upstanding pillar of the battletech community as far as I'm concerned. If it weren't for Tex talks battletech I would not be planning my first battletech campaign for my buddies. Thank you for everything you, Tex, and the BPL guys do.

Not a single person should be attacked for having a friendly conversation with someone. Arch may not be the best person but people that talk to him should not be attacked for what Arch said. Tex you are an amazing person who does nothing but contribute to the community and be an overall positive person. Even if you don't know how to take it you are such a good person. You will always have my 5 dollars even if you don't want it. Don't let them get to you and this should all blow over by the end of the month my man. Good luck and Stay safe.

I have been a big fan of battle tech and mechwarriow for years and then stumbling across your channel and watching the videos that you put out was absolutely fantastic. When I see a new video, especially the lore ones, I cant help but smile and be excited for it.

You've done more for me than you could ever know or that I could ever repay. You did nothing wrong and definitely don't deserve the vitriol you're receiving from those asshats.

I had not even heard about Arch until this post, so I was completely blindsided by this. I decided to look into him and... I'll admit to some disappointment, Tex, but it's more in the sense of finding out my favorite liquor store was/is situated next to a professional dog breeder who also happened to be an amateur puppy punter on the weekends. It is not your responsibility to dredge up every little thing about any person you want to collaborate with, and it isn't reasonable to hold you to such impossible standards.

TheTacoMan

Saw the backlash so thought I would contribute for the first time. No one should be attacked just because you talked to someone others do not like.

Just joined to support you and the BPL, Tex. You did nothing wrong and the conversation was completely fine. Buck up, fucko.

You are Tex. You have literally made the world a better place with your work.

Darren Forbes

Tex please - at the moment virtually anything they say in this regard is virtually nothing but an insult - There was a guy who called this problem in 1944... George Orwell https://orwell.ru/library/articles/As_I_Please/english/efasc these words have became nothing but an insult, in an increasingly polarized society they become even more devoid of meaning then they were in 1944... Which even Orwell did not believe possible. Most people who today spew nonsense like "fascist" or "nazi" have no fucking idea what those terms actually mean. like its equally anoying when as "central" (but for most of world eastern) European I tend to be lectured about benefits of communism... comming from the west... yeah. it tends to get absurd. but... People spouting these words dont have a fucking clue what fascism/nacism/communism actually is. Which is sad. but you simply cant stop ignorace. (no matter how hard you actually try in your videos). Alas, people fail to learn from history, tend to repeat it. And people who fail to learn from fiction, tend to realize it. keep up what you do. please. Maybe it may actually enter someones head. Or it might not, and there will be grief, but without at least trying, there will be grief for sure.

Václav Šobr

I just joined today because of this. You did nothing wrong and don't deserve any of this toxic nonsense. The people harassing you are nothing short of self-righteous monsters convinced that their cause is so noble that anything they say or do is justified (y'know, like Clanners). Don't let it get to you, and don't be afraid to collaborate with anyone. You are a great member of this community and you've been so open and accepting to GW refugees by telling everyone to play nice and get along. This is exactly the kind of content people want to see, they want to see. Every day life is bombarded with political nonsense, this is about escapism and having a good time, regardless of ideology. Anyone that wants to force political discourse nonstop is an asshat. Enjoy that monthly cheeseburger on me!

Slappy McCracken

You had a civil conversation with a guy you knew basically nothing about. I don't know on what planet that makes you any of the horrible things they claim you are. So I decided to step in and replace one of those people that left here on the Patreon. Not just because of the controversy but because of the quality of your content. When a friend was desperate to get me back into Battletech, the tabletop game he can afford to play, he asked me to listen to one of your videos. I was hooked again! My old love that started with cartoons about Jade Falcon Batchalls and MechWarrior 2 was reignited. It's because of you that so many of our gaming group are coming around to Battletech. You do great things for this community and don't deserve the hate leveled at you for this. Stand tall my friend and know there's a small group of nerds in Cowboy Country rooting for you.

I can understand people being disappointed considering this “Arch” guy has said racist/xenophobic stuff in the past. However, I personally won’t leave you over what amounts to a friendly interview with someone who I assume you didn’t know much about professionally/personally. I think you do great work and I respect your opinions/creativity, but I’m also not that surprised at such a blowback considering today’s culture (and a lot of those people have legitimate gripes). So, sometimes you make mistakes and so do other people, move on. That being said, some people seem to just exist to scream into the hate void…and they are best avoided.

Jared Blando

Just heard about the controversy and decided to take up some of the slack for the Cancel Mob that’s jumping ship

Rebel Rebel

Keep your head up brother. We know who you are and where you heart is. Much love my friend.

Tex, I love you; We ALL love you, purely because your the best thing we've had in a LONG time regarding Battletech and the lore that desperately needed telling in such a manner that keeps us astounded and makes the Urbanmech a meme in it's own right. Keep going and don't let these nerfherders get to you; You have every right to defend yourself on this matter as much as they do decrying factless historical arguements.

I like Arch & Tex for a very simple reason; They provide decent lore about their respectful universes (40K & Battletech) and don't let stupid petty things like religion, politics, race and the like get in the way. I don't know much about Arch in the way of his Political ideologies that brand him as a Nazi to the blue checkmarks, and I don't care for it; We're all here for the simple fact that Tex himself is a stand-up character and a fucking brilliant loremaster for the BT universe and shouldn't be in any way demeaned or harassed the way he has, especially by a bunch of anons over the internet that now see him as a target via association with Arch. If we lose Tex because of these uneducated, single-minded morons, I'll be out for blood.

So I'm going to say this plainly, without much purple prose here - this message really broke my heart. Tex, I could hear the genuine hurt and disappointmentin your voice, and as someone who was personally helped up out of depression by your end-of-year talk (albeit I listened in June when I got to the podcast episode), this is just... well, rough. But enough simping for you, you've got it rough enough as it is without the internet trying to jam more emotions down your throat. On the one hand, it sounds like Arch is a shithead. Nothing new in the 40k fandom, or really any fandom. Some people say heinous shit for giggles, and some really mean it - unfortunately, we don't really have the context for that. There's also the allegations about his association with the NRM (again, big if true - but I've also never heard his name before today so yeah), but since we don't have anything concrete, we can't judge Arch on that either. But to drag someone who's been actively a force for good (I mean, dawg, those charity drives speak for themselves) on the internet, someone who actively gives not just a - but perhaps multiple fucks, is just plain wrong in my eyes. Tex you've done nothing wrong, nor do you have anything to apologize for. I do appreciate reaching out to us during this, as if someone's going to call us Nazis for listening to you, then at least we're armed with the knowledge that you have said - in NO UNCERTAIN TERMS - you're not a Nazi. I just can't believe this has to be explicitly said, but then again, this is the world we now live in.

Erkuleez

Aw Hell Tex, without the good you've put out into the world I wouldn't have rediscovered the fascination I had for SS13 or been introduced to the wonderful setting that is Battletech. You put a lot of good out there, those who would downvote your or judge you for sharing your passions much as you have been doing are being shitty, guilt by association is dogshit. You do good work and there are plenty of us out here that greatly appreciate it.

I don't see you as a hateful person Tex, I've listened to your silly ramblings for over a year now and haven't really encountered any hateful discourse that would turn me away from the BPL. In fact I feel comfortable with the community you've helped to build. Being trans in the tabletop community pretty much paints a target on my back for jokes and awful bleed from fantasy settings by sweaty nerds who want to laugh at my expense. Not once have I felt that animosity from you or folks in the BPL. Thank you for all the hard work you do to make this place fun and entertaining because the BPL is one of the few places in this space that I can proudly support. I hope you continue to keep this place special by kindly asking you to dissuade any shitty behavior that might come from places like Arch's community.

Crobisaur

I just joined your patreon in response to this whole situation. Honestly, hearing that some people were willing to cast you aside and brand you a bad person so quickly and easily really pissed me off. Your contributions to the BattleTech community have been immense. My best friend introduced me to your channel a little over two years ago, and since then you have helped me fall in love with the BattleTech universe. It was 40k for me all over again, New Game, New Friends, New ways to let my imagination run wild. Being introduced to BattleTech has been a incredible thing, and had a positive impact on my life. I have a lot of people to thank for that, but you sir top the list. These people that are speaking ill of you are wrong.

I got into Battletech in a roundabout way, primarily involving playing MechWarrior Online. However, it was your videos that truely brought me into the setting; taking me from just liking stompy robots to understanding the setting, knowing who the players are, and being able to fully appreciate not "MechWarrior", but "Battletech". So I have a great deal of respect for you and wish you only the best, looking forward to more videos from you. I've also seen enough instances of Twitter-harrassment to know these people are simply looking for any excuse to go after someone. One stellar example I remember was they bullied an artist off Twitter simply for drawing characters wearing Native-American style clothes. Said artist was Japanese, barely spoke English, and that was enough reason for them. So I wouldn't put much stock into their words, they're just hateful people looking for targets.

Okada_the_Honourless

To use History as an example take for instance the Cold War we keep communication open even with ones we detest so no you shouldn't have gotten flak for merrily communicating and a discussion

hey you got nothing but love on my end it's bullshit there trying this but there toothless all they can do is bitch

Who the fuck is Arch? Look, whatever people may think of him, I don't think you should have to worry about guilt by association. You're going to lose a lot of panicky, oversensitive dipshits who can't handle that the people they've painted with the "Ultimate Evil" brush might be human and will interact with other people they've painted with the "Big Good" brush. There's no reasoning with extremists of any stripe, liberal or conservative. You've made it clear in many videos that you keep politics OUT of your content, and you've done nothing but support causes that anybody, of any affiliation, would support. The only way you'll stop getting my money is if you, YOU YOURSELF, start doing and saying things I don't like, and when that happens I'll simply withdraw. I don't know who Arch is. I don't care about Arch. I'm concerned with what you do, and so far I'm still entertained. Anybody who can't engage in that simple form of critical thought isn't worth getting worked up over.

Levi Whitney

Agreed, Fuck 'em. You've done no wrong. My support of the BPL will remain strong. Your no n*zi ( I won't even type the word it's so vile ) I hate n*zi's and their impotent toady followers in this age. FUCK THEM with a rusty Capellan AC20. Those who leave, goodbye, although you probably made the wrong decision.

You're awesome, Tex. And this community (the ones who are speaking here) appreciates you. Hell, I appreciate you a ton! And why? Because you give of yourself. I don't know you from Adam, but you've chatted gunsmithing with me, for no reason other than to answer a question. And I credit you with an attempt at bettering myself and facing my social anxiety. Because of you saying something about mental health in your podcast, I got some headphones to talk to folks in MWO. You inspired me, and you continue to inspire both me and other people. Keep doing that, and don't let the voices on the internet break you. Be tough, lean on your friends and the BPL. And dont forget to keep being awesome, dude.

Just joined your patreon primarily because I hate cancel culture and this is my way of showing support for creators I like. You're re-lighting fires that have been mere coals for over a decade. My thanks.

PrimaFacie

I've been following Arch's stuff for years, he's liberal as all hell and his politics boil down to live and let live. The majority of accusations levelled against him come from Sigmarxism, a tanky reddit who have no qualms about lying and using doctored screenshots to try and ruin Arch's reputation.

Fuck 'em. The people who went straight to the nuclear option are shitty people. We don't need them. Those that politely made you aware of this guy's BS are ok. Fuck, I never heard of this dude so, if anything, this controversy made me aware. And that's a good thing. You've done no intentional wrong. This should have been a situation where those that knew said "hey you stepped in shit", you say "oops", and we all go on with life. That's all it warrants. Fuck all of the assholes who went further than that.

And I want to thank you as well for helping rekindle my love of Battletech which had lain dormant for many years and you have brought me a great deal of enjoyment. Thank you Tex. Keep up the good work!

SyrupMcWaffle

I'm going to go out on a limb and guess what you've heard about Arch has been lies and distortions.

I never understood the bad press he got either...

CattusExMachina

Hey so I don’t know anything about this arch guy and I don’t care to know. Weather he is misunderstood or the devil incarnate you deciding to have a conversation with someone about a hobby in order to help spread your joy of the hobby to other people to give them the joy you have in it is no reason for people to tear you down or viciously insult you. So I just want you to know that I and I am sure many others have your back. And someone who thinks that they “know” who a person is because “they interacted with that person that one time” are small minded and show both a lack of intelligence and more importantly a lack of wisdom.

SyrupMcWaffle

I am here and will be here. Might I suggest that you do the classic Picard face-palm, shake your head and let out a deep sigh. And please don't feed the trolls. Doubling my monthly Patreon contribution in the hope that the household will use it to rent Tex a tank and blow some shit up. That is all.

CattusExMachina

I have listened to Arch for a couple of years, yes he has rants. But he is opinionated like everyone on Youtube. Plus he will call people out on their bullshit. That being said......Tex I actually listen to the whole thing while playing Mechwarrior Online. I dont see one thing you or Arch did to get this kind of backlash from the community. The two of you had a good conversation and brought up a lot good talking points that either of you could of expanded on. Either way I enjoyed it. I'm not going anywhere. Long Live the Legion

ScrewyNinja

I'm sorry you've had to go through this, Tex. You've really done nothing to deserve it. Hope you feel better soon.

Tex, I have recently fell out of love with Warhammer due to the practices of Games Workshop as I feel I cannot support a company that is currently behaving as they are now. However this left a hole in my life as I had been playing it for over a decade and I felt a little lost and aimless as many of the people I played with dialsagreed with my stance. By pure happenstance I found your channel and you helped me rediscover a game I had not played in a long time and have introduced me to a community that has welcomed me with open arms. You helped me discover a new and exciting rich lore I can imerse myself in. Arch is spicey. Arch says stuff I both agree with, e.g. shitty practices by gw and ca, and disagree with, politics, however I have always believed in putting stuff like that aside and judging people as I take them because if I wanted to have friends or be part of a community that agreed with my politics I would be very lonely. You went in with the best intentions and were kinda stupid if you ask me because we'll let's face it this is current year and if you associate with someone or a topic that it is spicey less savory elements of the Internet shall decend upon you like Amaris on a all you can eat buffet. You should have researched and perhaps not done it. However you did and the treatment you have received is nothing short of apauling and should not be how people treat yourself or anyone online for that matter. Also you reaching out to Arch and simply talking about hobbies should be celebrated because it shows no matter our differences we can find something in common even if that is moving bits of plastic around a table. In conclusion you have my thanks for producing such high quality content and introducing me to a rich universe I had almost forgotten and my support for having to deal with people who are frightened of a conversation. I wish you better times. Goose.

Bronze Goose

Tex, you haven’t done anything wrong. We all make mistakes so don’t worry about it. You’re content and personality is throughly entertaining. I’m truly appalled what you went through, and I’m going to stick with you to the end.

Two cents from a random internet person. Could you have vetted Arch based on the rumors you heard? Sure. Is that something you SHOULD have done? Meh. It's a slightly cynical view to say everyone you speak to could be a Nazi and you need to confirm/deny that theory before even speaking with them. Also, every one of the people complaining about that video are doing so with the benefit of hindsight, so don't take them too seriously. If people want to fuck off based on that video, let them. I'll still support what you do and probably laugh lots along the way!

Just remind everyone, "You can know a man by the enemies he keeps." Remember this when the people who claim to be the good guys and all morally virtuous etc, these are the same people who will heap abuse so vicious and staggering you won't know what hit you.

While it's probably already been said before by people more eloquent and active than me, I felt the need to do something upon hearing of this situation. You did not deserve this, any of it, and those who would be so callous and turn so quickly are shallow and most likely never truely cared at their core. That said while it might make you squirm due to your seeming aversion to taking our money, I also feel upping my tier on here is in order, so take that as you will. Hope things go better for you down the road and my meager attempt at encouragement? I suppose helps, and as always thanks for the joy you bring with your content.

Nesguy

Tex. you are the best thing to goddamn happen in a long time and the shitstorm thrown your way is entirely undeserved. keep pushing forwards. keep being open and awesome. and keep shitting on clanners. i wish you the best of days my man.

Nikolaj Steffensen

You. Did. Nothing. Wrong.

PPC's4Life!

Tex, I appreciate the work you do and wanted to show my support. You don’t deserve a vicious hate mob for having an internet conversation about hobbies.

CookingUp

I'm gonna start this comment with the fact that I am an asshole. I'm not proud of that, I wish I was a nicer guy. But speaking as an asshole, who often jumps to conclusions and frequently goes out of his way to not associate with people he thinks have done sketchy shit...this is not a big deal. You associated with an asshole. Shit happens. I can't really find anything that YOU did that would cause a moral quandary for me. I don't know this Arch from a hole in the wall, but considering you haven't worked with him before and literally just went there to talk BattleTech with him, it honestly baffles me why people would be jumping on you and talking shit. TLDR: You ain't getting rid of me that easily, Tex.

Daniel S

Thank you for all you do.

Hey man were with you, Have some extra Patreon Cash! You deserve it.

Donald Chase

Hi Tex. Shep, big fan of the Black Pants Legion here. I can assure you that both myself and Dingo are big fans, and we're so sorry that you're getting all of this hate. I can only imgine the disgusting private messages you must be getting at this point, from people who are too cowardly to voice their opinions publicly and risk a backlash. I just wanted to say a few things. 1. My impression of you from watching your livestreams and listening to your updates has always been of a man who feels privileged to get to hang out with his fans and share his love of his hobby. That, and your blatant noncommercialism, are a big part of why Dingo and myself found our interest in Battletech highly reinvigorated. 2. I find it unreasonable that anyone would expect you to research everyone who invites you to talk about Battletech with them. You're a fan, just like all of us - you happen to be more visible, due to the content that you and the BPL create, but you aren't a paid representative of the IP. The internet just loves to tear popular people down. 3. I hope that reading the very positive comments here in your Patreon helps to blunt the no doubt incredibly intense sting you must be feeling right now. We love you, Tex, and Dingo & Shep aren't going anywhere.

Dingo & Shep

Seriously nothing that you've done warrants this treatment. The people looking to use this are desperate to just tear anyone down to make themselves feel validated.

ThatEvilOne

Im really really sorry that you have to endure this! I for one dislike Arch when he talks about politics but even without watching the video(I will I promise when I'll have time) I cannot imagine that you would ever say something even close to political regardless of standing. Let alone to say something fascistic! Please accept my apologies in name of those who unfortunately don't know better than to hurt you!

We stand with you amigo. Don’t let the masses of trolls hinder your spirit or drive. I’m doubling my pledge! Fuck those people.

Truth of the matter is...if they all snapped judged you by talking to someone that they hate, then they don't know you at all, or even tried to know who you are and what you do for so many, hence, not true supporters of you and all you do. It is their loss for not being open minded enough to know that all you was doing was representing them. As people such as them tend to do, they turn their tunnel vision on and shut down anything they don't agree with without looking at the context of what is going on, they only see what they want to see. Like I said, for those people, they was never true supporters of You, what you do, and who you are. Doubt most of 'em even know all you do and what you go thru for us all. But this leaves you with a realization of WHO your true Fans and Supporters are, we are here thru it all fer ya', so your stuck with us...Live with it. May your aim be true and your cause just and..ummm....Oh hell, just kill the Bastards!!!!

Tex, You're an Amazing person, you really are. Keep your chin up and understand that the overwhelming bulk of us love you and your content. Too many people try to see life as black and white, and that causes the divides we see and have because no one wants to have pleasant Discourse anymore. You Keep truckin and hangin in there. We'll be here for you right along side you.

Evilfeline

After listening to this update and hearing the pain in your voice, I did go an listen to the discussion with Arch. Taken by itself, a good discourse on the state of things that interest you. I had never heard of Arch before today. You are also a private citizen, an individual, representing something wonderful you built for no tangible compensation, but just a shared love for games in general. You don’t have a PR department and investigative arm to help navigate the waters. I have heard you on multiple occasions wax poetic about how the Battletech setting (despite its ups and downs) is an aspirational goal of a true meritocracy, where just your skills and not race, gender, or even sexual orientation is a barrier to success. Of how with the human diaspora, familial names and genetic heritage are not the defining characteristic of nationalistic loyalty. You are a good man doing great things. Because of your works, I overcame some pretty significant obstacles in my life and now am building a good cadre of friends I meet up with to play games. And it started for me with Battletech. I now also look more carefully at content creators and I support the people that bring good to the world just to make it better. I’m with you, brother.

Maxx31

Arch used to promote nazi conspiracy narratives... Either way, that's on Arch, not on Tex.

Sons of Lorgar

Sorry you have to go through all this. Your videos actually inspired me to try out the tabletop side of Battletech, a series I only used to know from the cartoon and videogames growing up. And like many of the others have said as well. We got your back, Tex. Take care.

As has been said undoubtedly dozens of times above, you did nothing wrong. You don't deserve the bullshit just because you had a chat with someone on Youtube. Doing that doesn't automatically mean you're associated with their socio-religious beliefs. Sure, it may not have been the best person to have a public conversation with, but as stated, the conversation was about the hobby, nothing more, nothing less. If some people are so shallow that they cannot comprehend that, then let them leave--but as you yourself said, this is absolutely NOT worthy of being attacked over. We're with you, mate. We know you meant no ill will. Take care of yourself and please, please be well. EDIT: It should be said that I know almost nothing of Arch, and had never heard of him before today, but from what I've seen, it appears that it's possible the accusations about Arch's character may even be fictitious (I'm guessing that they aren't, given the sheer vehemence with which these accusations are made by people that I generally trust, but I refuse to make assumptions about something I know so little about). Regardless of whether these accusations are fact or fiction, they have nothing to do with Tex or the BPL, and should not have any impact on anyone's opinion of our man Tex.

NatFen

Shit, I was fine with you dealin with teh Roguetech team even when some of their devs are citing weird ass marxist madness, even IF the shit about Arch is true it don't reflect on you.

Dantels

The political conclusions on Arch is not allegations, but well founded in facts. That said, it's still unrelated to the subject matter of what Tex cooperated with him on without knowledge of the political minefield around Arch. And thus, Tex is innocent and witout blame.

Sons of Lorgar

Mate, you had a well mannered conversation with an individual about a hobby you love and cherish. That's nothing to be ashamed of and I'm sorry to hear that you're going through this. I can't speak for others but know this, I have no intention of going anywhere. You were not the person who showed me Battletech for the first time but you are the one who showed me how deep and wonderful the lore could be. I fully intend to stick with you through this and every step of the way. This too shall pass.

Haji_Bob

You are not a NAZI, end of discussion, and any idiots that call you a NAZI are, wait for it...idiots. You will continue to have my support.

Dwin of Virginia

Talking to someone does not mean that you support their views. Based on his previous comments Arch is not a good human being. Based on the hours and hours of your content I have watched, you are. I absolutely believe you when you say that you were unaware of this and just wanted to talk about hobbies. Never once have I picked up on any racist or homophobic views from you. I’m sorry that you have to deal with all of this, you are right, you don’t deserve it. Hope you are feeling ok mate. Best wishes.

Daniel Genn

I can't say anything that hasn't already been said in this thread already. I hope you have a nice day as well and that these hyperreactive children on the internet go pester someone else.

AlecRazec

Agreed, I'm not quitting on Tex over an honest discussion with someone who superficially hides their malicious agenda on unrelated topics.

Sons of Lorgar

Spot on!

Sons of Lorgar

You did nothing wrong man, you had a conversation with some one about somthing you enjoy, and if people have a problem with that fuck them the doors that way. Love your work hope you have a better week.

We got your back Tex. We may not all be Legionnaires, but according to Dom Toretto we are still family. You keep doing you man, and we will still be here to support you and the rest of the lovable scamps in the Legion.

I only heard two men earnestly talking about hobbies that they love how recent developments have led to disappointments.

Arch does deserve the hate, Tex is innocent.

Sons of Lorgar

hay tex, Sorry to hear about people being less then kind to you , I am sorry you had your name slandered. For what it’s worth, I think your a grate guy, and have alway encoraged people to listen to the better angles of there nature. I will be keeping you In my prayers Tex.

In All Honesty, I know Arch only as Lore Creator and the allegations that he or anyone who might support him is Nazi are just Idiots. Yeah Maybe he did some bad jokes, so what we all have done that ... Honestly Tex, don't take anything from them, you just had Civil Discussion with another Content Creator and who thinks this makes you something "bad" are just bunch of pricks. You have my Support no matter what because I like your content and I don't care about Political views of you nor people with whom you are making videos. Keep Up at great work and Stay Strong With Best Regards Raynor

Jan Raynor Sereda

Agreed.

Sons of Lorgar

You offered someone the benefit of the doubt, and now an internet mob wants to crucify you for that. This is the state of the world we live in. Monsters and Victims lashing out at each other in ever-widening circles of pain while trolls and parasites keep old wounds inflamed as they tear-off mouthfuls of 'clout' and 'lulz'; all while algorithms grab us by the scruff and shove our faces in, forcing us to take-in great lungfulls of the worst of it if we dare let ourselves get invested. I am so sorry this happened to you Tex, you're good people... don't let anyone take that from you.

Molly McAllister

Also the thing he say was a quote from Chris Rock the 2 kinds of well ill stop there.

Cpt-Caboose

Tex, I know you never wanted the position you find yourself in as an ambassador for Battletech. You only want to wrap up as many people as possible under the warm blanket of Battletech Fandom and that is admirable. However, just because someone likes something you like doesn’t mean they are a good person. I had not heard of Arch until you posted this but a simple Google search took me to direct clips and quotes from Arch showing his racism, xenophobia and white supremacy. Arch may not be a Nazi but he expounds their philosophy. I am sorry for the pain this has brought you and I hope going forward you find a path that lets you protect yourself while spreading the joy of Battletech.

Not going anywhere Tex. I have enjoyed everything you have done for the BattleTech community and I look forward to years of it to come. Civilized discourse even with those of opposing views is a cornerstone of polite society. I am increasing my support of the BPL, you deserve it.

I love arch and see what he says are jokes I take at face value. I dont get all the Arch hate.

Cpt-Caboose

Just talking to someone is guilt by association these days. Fuck that. I'm not going anywhere Tex. You keep doing you! I may not know you personally, but by your actions and public words, you are a good person. In my opinion anyway.

Kharakian

I'm sorry you had to go through that. It's frustrating and annoying when these people screaming about this "Right wing, nazi, blah blah", especially when, in my case, I'm from a Jewish family who's Grandfather Died going against the people that wanted him and my family dead. They are stuck I their own cult believing what ever they want, and they want to take people down with them. I'll keep supporting you and I actually enjoyed wat hang two of my favorite YT people talking on topics I enjoy. So if anything, keep up the amazing fun work and ignore the attention seeking ashore.

Wolfman Blackmane

He's said the N word once in a video about Gnoblars seeing Ogre pets as "House N" and that's about it

Dantels

Screw those overly sensitive dipshits. Everybody has a right to their own opinion & beliefs. Just because you had a conversation about a hoby doesn't remotely imply that you have to share the other persons beliefs. I'm here to support you & the bpl community. Bumped my subscription up a few tiers. Wish i could do more, but hope your week gets better & this blows over soon

I don't know much about this Arch guy, what I've heard has not been great tbh. That being said Tex, your actions speak for themselves, you do good things for the community and try to to do right by people. I still support you and the rest of the BPL wholeheartedly, even if I personally would rather you not work with Arch again. I know this will be an unpopular opinion, but the guy has a reputation and I worry that your willingness to help out other creators might lead to folks try to take advantage of your good nature and drag you into the trenches social media fuckery. I know you didn't ask for or need our protection, but I don't want to see you get caught up in this crap and get hurt by it. You're a good dude and you do good things

I trust Tex when he says he didn't know that Arch at least used to be a nazi terrorist supporter as Arch keeps his terrorist support on a separate channel iirc. The group he has supported in the past is NMR, so far only IDd as a terrorist group in Finland that have attacked union offices and refugee centers in Sweden too with pipe bombs and molotovs. Have also murdered multiple left wing politicians, lynched immigrants and frequently attacks anyone who verbally opposes them when they stage leaflet recruitment drives. They use a black Tyr rune with white borders on a green square stood on one corner as their insignia.

Sons of Lorgar

You got this man. You are a pillar of the Battletech community and no matter what anyone wants to run their mouths off on you for you have always been a stand up guy for as long as I have seen. Ignore those chucklefucks. They scream because it is the only thing they can do, because they can't ever hope to be even similar to you and others like you that get involved in your community and help to lift others up into a beloved hobby. They only hope that by being nasty enough they can drag others down to their level. You did nothing wrong in having a chat with Arch and anyone that thinks you did can go sit on a post and rotate. I will be staying and supporting. I hope many others will as well.

Mechanist Grimm

Yup, I stepped mine up today honestly because of this.

Baron Ouranos Helaine

Just so you know tex I put up 15 per month because you deserve it man! I really hate people said that and they wouldn't want to talk to you or even enjoy your content because of one interview with someone th that they disagree with... I'm not an arch fan but it's cool that you talked to him about battletech!

Timmeh!

Sorry you stepped on a land mine. It's hard to navigate the internet, the world's single largest collection of people, without trapsing through the muck. I literally teach people, children, internet citizenship, and my own child ended up wandering in to some cesspools while exploring the things he loves. Gamers, sadly, often have EXTREME views, on either side. Especially when we are young, we are not normally the middle of the road types. I curated some of my own cesspools in my day. I am now a polar opposite of that person. I am not one to throw around the word cancel culture frivolously because I DO vote with my dollar. But the people critical of cancel culture have a point. I know you are mad at these people right now, and I am not going to be critical of your emotions. Just know that your actions will endure over these mistakes... if they can even be called mistakes...and your actions, this far, have been fucking unimpeachable...as far as I can tell. So before you waste any more time on this, keep your eye on the prize...this too shall pass.

I don't like Arch. Based purely on content he has posted on YouTube, with no particular influence from second-hand reporting on things he may or may not have said in a private forum, I don't like Arch. Having said that, I don't believe that it reflects poorly on you to have engaged in a civil conversation on the topic of tabletop gaming communities with a person that I personally dislike, regardless of why I might dislike that person. I enjoy your content, and while I might not always agree with your views on certain topics, I respect you as a content creator and as a person of integrity. So I will continue to listen, and I will continue to buy you a cup of coffee a month via Patreon, and I will continue to give you my support.

Scott Jennings

Nah, disagreement is fine. Spreading litteral terrorist conspiracy narratives as Arch at least used to do on a separate channel from his lore content, yes, that is as close to a capital crime as you can get without actually pulling a trigger.

Sons of Lorgar

I’m here for you, Tex. I’m not going anywhere. Where else am I going to be able to listen to a genuinely decent human being who is so entertaining?

James Hardin

Aight hold up. What?

AgreeableGrunt

Which is why I won't abandon Tex or the BPL, but I will always keep denouncing Arch as the IRL terrorist he was when I stopped following his youtube channel.

Sons of Lorgar

McCoy : In this galaxy, there's a mathematical probability of three million Earth-type planets. And in all of the universe, three million million galaxies like this. And in all of that... and perhaps more, only one of each of us. [pause] McCoy : Don't destroy the one named Kirk.

I despise Arch for how he has supported the nazi terrorist group NMR (they were classed as such in Finland a couple of years ago and are very active in the Nordic countries) As well as his history of nazi propaganda "jokes" and hate mongering against trans people equating them to pedophiles and rapists when all they want and try to lobby for is to be able to exist in public and use a public restroom where they don't risk beeing attacked, raped or murdered for trying to make their body fit what their brain tells them they are supposed to look like instead of suffering in the body they were born with. He has also repeated the common neo nazi conspiracy bs of "EUrabia" (a muslim targeting rehash of the old NSDAP and KKK propaganda that jews /blacks were breeding out the aryans with their big families as part of a deliberate and coordinated replacement strategy) which, by the way is the same ideas the Norwegian terrorist Breivik claimed as a justification to murder over 60 kids at a social democrat youth convention after detonating an anfo bomb by the Norwegian parliament. I don't know if Arch has doubled down on those hate conspiracy fictions or if he's snapped out of it, and I'm not giving him any more of my time. That said, to me, that doesn't automatically reflect on you or the BPL with one cooperative discussion of legitimate grievances with GWs anti-hobbyist buisness practices. Everyone makes uninformed decisions. It's how we deal with the consequences that shows our character and my oppinion is that our worth as people is a reflection of how we view and treat strangers and people we don't understand. Sometimes, we make mistakes, mistakes deserve a chance to do better and repair any damage. If we double down on abusing others or, even worse, incite others to abuse a third party as a scapegoat, however, then we display malicious intent and have wasted our birth rights to be a part of society.

Sons of Lorgar

Just know that as far as I am concerned everything is good in my eyes. I didn’t just run with the social warriors

Sir, I hope that anyone who speaks this way about someone who so obviously loves this country and our shared hobbies so much reincarnates as a Capellan in their next life. They deserve it for being such worthless a-holes, and they would fit right in as treacherous, shameless scum. As someone who's family has also fought for this country almost every single generation we've been here, I hope you're reading all the community that supports and praises you more than you do the worthless bottom feeders of the internet. The only reason they say anything is because they're not afraid of reprisal. If they were in the same room as ANYONE else here, they'd hold their tongue, knowing full well if they didn't, we'd yank it right from their mouth.

Baron Ouranos Helaine

Trouble yourself not with the wailings of the uneducated masses whom find sport in regurgitating the musing of lesser intellects. Arch has a reputation for not bending the knee to popular opinion, and as such the vocal minority cry heresy and stir the mob. The hobby, and your fan base, are better of without those who are unencumbered by the complexities of life.

Road-Kill21

Tex you most certainly are not a nazi. Don’t know what these people must be smoking. I’ve never heard of this guy you mentioned until your podcast. I don’t have the first clue what he has said or done to be controversial, so perhaps he doesn’t deserve how they are treating him, but even if his reputation is 100% deserved, you providing a cordial, technical, and historical discussion of BT and 40K/GW would not justify them being mad at you EVEN THEN. Cancel cultures don’t help anybody. Better to discuss ideas openly and let people see what is good and what is not. YOU are kind, humble, compassionate, charitable, funny, and fun. You are dedicated to making true art within this setting we love. The only fault with that you may have is a self-sacrificial one, being so dedicated to quality you work yourself to exhaustion. When even your faults are selfless rather than selfish, I’d say that reveals your character pretty well. You have gained such a following because you make by far the best, most artistic content on this topic, period. Everyone can tell you do it with love for your topic and your fans. I for one ain’t going nowhere.

David Melton

PPSh: I found the Black Pants Legion through Arch's BattleTech playthrough. The Timberwolf video had just come out.

Face Into Keyboard

No idea who this ‘Arch’ guy is really but somewhere it rings a bell in name at least. Either way, doesnt matter, people are gonna be dumb about it and fail to separate opinions and politics from context, we’ve seen this play out over and over in the last few years. I really dont care, im still going to support you and the BPL and its works. I respect you as a creator and your views on the world and history and nerd shit, and i respect the community you and your crew have honestly built and maintained. Dont worry about the screamers. You’ll be fine.

Tex, your deeds and actions speak for themselves.

David Grunt

Mr. Tex I hope you will read this because I want to say I am not going anywhere. You did not do anything wrong and these people making you feel bad about having a conversation don’t want to be here for real and you shouldn’t mourn their leaving. Stay strong Tex we are with you.

The_coat5

Huh What!? Break out your best whiskey and relax. People with agenda's, angry people, ignorant people, uneducated people, people who hate Texas and any name close it it, all found the slightest reason and piled on. Not saying get plowed, just relax, and if you need some funds to get a new bottle, let me know.

This is the first I'm hearing about this. There is no way to justify people tearing you down personally for taking the time to talk lore with someone. The fact that the person in question is very controversial within another game's community is not something you should be held responsible for. As someone still involved in the Warhammer community I may have no love for Arch, but tearing you down for talking to him about a game you are both interested in is totally wrong. You still have my support, and I hope this does not discourage you from continuing the great work you and the BPL do!

Andrew N

I'm not going anywhere: because of the TTB videos I found a universe that I didn't know existed, that one can dig into as deeply as they desire, and it convinced me to give Mech Warrior 5 a shot. Consider me a supporter for as long as you make content, keep your head held high, and keep doing what you do!

James Underwood

Relatively new on the support front Tex, but your a good human (and sometimes a decent spacemans) and you don't deserve any shit about this.

Im no wordsmith nor am I all too clever when it comes to being polite so I'll be brief. I may not know you personally but you have shown through your actions that you are a good person to the core. Do NOT let this get to you. You have my full support whatever may come.

I had guy in the Warhammer chat on EBT sever tell me I'm a nazi because I liked lore videos made by the wrong person. Tell screamers to kick rocks.

Dopeskone

Ignore them tex. There just shit slingers who hate arch cause he stands against there dumb bullshit.

The armory lord!

I'm writing this while still listening to your post here, but here's my thoughts: Fuck what other people think. That's the tl;dr if you read nothing else. As you rightfully state, everything that's been said has been stuff that's been taken out of context and people are just going to draw whatever conclusions they want on whatever spurious evidence that people drum up. Full on Dunning-Kreuger in effect. These people are fairweather fans, and will be your fans as long as what you're saying is in support of their views or perceived to be in support, or at the very least doesn't run contrary. The moment that changes, they'll fuck off and run. They're not your fans; they're hangars-on, looking to find whatever niche will support and coddle their views. I've stuck around because I appreciate your content and delivery style. They don't. Fuck 'em. I'm here to help you. That's why I increased my pledge tier. Not for rewards, but because the content delivered is that good. Don't get discouraged. Give the haters a good ol' "Bye, Felicia" and don't look back.

Magus Zeal

You did nothing wrong--stand tall, Tex. Be proud of who you are.

Curtis Thompson

I’m sticking around. Politics shouldn’t matter to Battletech. Except to say fuck Capellans.

Don't let the haters and simps get you down. People like to through the word nazi around like it's a water balloon, and those people are part of whats wrong with everything, everywhere.

Whiskey_Corvid

I've never been a particular fan of Arch. As much as I'm skeptical of the outrage most of the time, including now, I'd be thorough in your analysis of the situation regarding Arch. You're smart, you'll figure it out.

AgreeableGrunt

Arch is pretty solid in his lore analysis, but his views on the 'state of the fandom' and anything changing in GW are typical reactionary stuff, complaining about inclusiveness, SJW stuff, all that jazz. I used to watch his channel, and now I don't, cause I don't like his views. Having said that, you had a discussion with him, and it was civil and sounds like it was a good exchange, which is seems perfectly capable of doing. Good on you. I'm here to stay, chief. Besides, Discount Dan's threatening to sell me a Hunchback if I don't...

Whiskey_Corvid

F them. Are you supposed to do a background check on every project you Colab on? Ffs. Anyone who's been here a moment knows what your about.

fuck um all. Time to issue some batchalls

it's absurd that people would treat you man, tons of love to you man those people will not be missed

As someone who lives in a cave regarding news, and the constant online smooth brains regarding the likes of Twitter, Facebook, discord, etc. I’ve found that you can’t please everyone. Someone will always be mad at you for something they heard from a guy who heard from a guy who doctored something from another guy because they don’t like what you have. I got into and stayed with battle tech because of your Tex talks, mech breakdowns and lore videos. I find it’s healthier to focus on the positive that you do then worry about all the negative things people complain about. Keep up the good work and if the peanut galleries hate everything gets to much just take a break and step outside and remember that they are Capellans, never trust the Capellans.

Xander Draft

Oh man, Tex... I'd planned to write something down, but I'll mail that instead. No sense on keeping that on Patreon, IMO. Just know that you're right - you don't deserve that kind of treatment. You're a good man, and after having listened to Arch's content for years now, I don't think he's the 'literal nazi' some of these people make him out to be. And that kind of 'guilt by association' BS they can stick where the sun don't shine. Go take a break, talk to Mike and/or Goat or some of the other BPL guys you trust, and maybe see if someone can help you filter the crap, because you're not the first who I've heard notice that that shit can hit harder than expected. Take care.

Erdanya

You're okay by me, Tex. You are good people. I used to watch Arch's stuff and stopped when he started making a few too many Jew jokes in that "hurr durr, I'm an edgelord" way. I still pulled up his channel when the GW controversy started because he had some good points of view on it and called out what was going to happen a while ago. I don't like his views on a lot of things, but dang he did a good lore video. PS: this is coming from someone whose grandmother literally stood up to an SS officer when she and my great-grandmother were accosted just before getting on the boat from Bremen to Philadelphia. Both grandfathers fought in the war. I don't cotton to Nazis.

Face Into Keyboard

I have no clue what happened. This sounds like people going mad about something Tex didn't know about or something along the line. For me nothing changes, Patreon keeps going, and I'll keep enjoying the BPL's work. I wish the best for them and I'm sure this "outrage" will go away by the end of the next week (at most).

Andy the Grunt

I feel we’re gonna have folks pull this. All sorts in the 40k community and others that are being crushed by their IP holders, not all are gonna just be folks who come for the gaming. Lotta the folks I see dragging Arch are clout chasers and drama makers. The arguments I’m hearing, (at least from what I’m being able to make out, these folks have qc issues) are pearl clutchers decrying the spiciness of the memes. They do these things to gain power and provoke reactions so they can monetize their audience’s outrage. Sorry they twigged you man, they’re just internet buttmunches.

Yawg

Tex, whatever the plebs are saying, that’s not you. I’m watching Star Trak right now because of how goddam amazing you and this community are. So, upon hearing about the nonsense from these f*ckos, I’m just gonna continue to support what I like out of love for you and sarcastic indifference towards them, up the ante, and keep on like normal. Don’t let the bastards grind you down.

Fuck those guys Tex. They only look to spread the hurt and shame that consumes their life. We've got your back and always will.

B100darrowz

I'm still here. I'm old enought to remember where talking to people we don't necessarily agree with was considered normal, while now it appears to be a hanging offense.

Makariel

My return to Battletech, after nearly a decade of absence, was entirely due to Tex Talks. I can't imagine the setting as a whole growing without the type of content that is being produced now. The internet as a whole needs more of the kind of humor, candor, and theater that is made here. I hope it endures.

Dayhiker42

We've got your back Tex. This will blow over quickly. Most of the folks who like to stir up this kind of trouble will move onto the next outrage and forget what they were just riled up about. I've seen it several times in various fandoms and communities.

Jason Turner

Nope, not leaving. If there's one thing I've learned on my few years on the internet, it is this: People can be bastards, but doesn't mean everyone is a bastard. Yes, these sub 80 IQ trolls jump to what confirms their biases and unfortunately you are the latest victim in their sights, but know this. There are WAY more fuckers out there that support and care about you than any of those assholes who have no idea what they type on their keyboards of you. Go back to the repair bay, slap some new armor on and refill the ammo bays, and know we're behind you.

Kingwolf

No worries, Tex, he does a good job keeping his lore and nazi stuff separate. I'm sure you didn't mean any harm, you're a sweetheart.

Meg Sumner

All I've seen about Arch are claims without evidence and "screenshots" of easily doctored messages that, if true, could have easily been reported by now and had him removed from discord etc long ago (he hasn't so here we are). There's nothing wrong with what you've done and to hell with anyone that disagrees with that.

I’m sorry for all the hurt and negativity coming your way. If anyone has been around the BPL for even a brief while then they should have a good enough sense of your moral barometer and who you are. You have now, and shall going forward, have my support. To that end I’m going up my tier just to make up for the fair weathers who may pull up stakes and quit. Hope this all blows over soon.

Haleion

Oh, ffs. Tex, we are humans, sometimes we make bad decisions. But you don't deserve to be dragged through mud and sh*t because of that a**hole. Let some people hate you. It will be their loss. But remember, many more people support you, enjoy your content, including me. Keep up the good fight.

Tigerstein

You have my support and my thanks for everything you do for a community I rediscovered thanks to your videos. Children will be as they are. But I know better than to join the rabble of fools who would attack you for something you did not do. I am truly sorry for what you are dealing with.

Captain Hazelwood

I don't know anything about Arch, but I think I know you, Tex, at least as much as I can from only lurking about. You're a good guy, and I know that you don't intend any harm. I plan to stay, and if you need someone to listen to you, just let me know.

Chimeric Fox

Fuck those guys. I wouldn’t even acknowledge their pathetic existence. You’ve done so much for the Battletech community and started a renaissance tabletop, lore and video game wise. Keep up the good work my man.

Arch isn't a nazi. Context is important for god sakes. I'm sticking with you man.

SirKingCorny