Welcome Scar! Pt1 | Imp And Skizz Podcast (Ep39)

Imp And Skizz Podcast・2 minutes read

Scar reflects on his journey as a content creator, overcoming challenges due to his disability and finding success in the Minecraft community, highlighting the importance of self-acceptance and perseverance. He also discusses his charity work with Gamers Outreach, raising funds to provide video games to hospitalized children and emphasizing the positive impact of community support and generosity.

Insights

Scar's journey as a content creator began with Call of Duty but transitioned to Minecraft due to his passion for building, overcoming initial skepticism to find success in the gaming community.
Scar's charity work with Gamers Outreach, where he led a fundraising campaign that raised nearly $450,000 for hospitalized children, showcased the generosity of the gaming community and highlighted the impact of small donations in supporting a meaningful cause.

Get key ideas from YouTube videos. It’s free

Recent questions

How did Scar start his YouTube journey?
Scar began with Call of Duty content.
What inspired Scar to join Hermitcraft?
Scar's involvement shaped season four.
How did Scar's charity work impact hospitalized children?
Scar's charity raised nearly $450,000.
How did Scar's family support his content creation journey?
Scar's parents played a crucial role.
What advice does Scar give regarding disabilities?
Embrace and own your disability.

Related videos

Summary

00:00

Scar's Inspiring Journey to Podcast Stardom

Lucas is in the king's office trying to get a promotion.
Episode 39 of the Imp and Skiz podcast features Scar as a virtual guest.
Scar expresses excitement and honor to be part of the podcast.
Scar praises the podcast, leading to a humbling and inspiring moment for the hosts.
Scar mentions watching the Minecon 2016 episode and feeling nostalgic.
Scar's experience at Minecon involved a two-day drive, muscle crashes due to a neuromuscular disease, and limited interaction with others.
Scar recalls getting caught in an elevator malfunction and being lifted out by others.
Scar signed autographs and met viewers at Minecon.
Scar reminisces about the large crowd at Minecon and the energy of meeting fans.
Impulse and Scar share a humorous moment from recording Hermit Quest, showcasing Skizzleman's humor.

13:03

Scar's YouTube Journey: From Call of Duty to Minecraft

Scar started his YouTube journey in 2010, initially drawn to online video games due to his neuromuscular disease, finding connection through Call of Duty.
Inspired by friends uploading Call of Duty content on platforms like Justin TV, Scar saved up to buy a recording device and software to start his own YouTube channel in 2011.
Despite initial struggles with his voice and introverted nature, Scar uploaded his first Call of Duty video, which garnered a few hundred views, leading him to transition to Minecraft due to his passion for building.
Initially facing skepticism from friends who believed Minecraft content wouldn't be popular, Scar persisted and found success with his Minecraft videos, which gained more views than his Call of Duty content.
Scar's love for Minecraft stemmed from the creative freedom it offered, allowing him to escape from health issues and hospital visits, finding solace in building and creating in the game.
Scar's first Minecraft world, Scarlet, aimed to create his own Disneyland, showcasing his early passion for building and design within the game.
Joining Hermitcraft in season four, Scar's contributions, including transforming the Mesa biome into a livable and beautiful area, were pivotal in shaping the season's direction.
Scar's involvement in Hermitcraft introduced him to fellow creators like Cub and Iskall, leading to collaborations and a strong sense of community within the server.
Scar's commitment to Minecraft stems from its timelessness and the enduring appeal of the game, contrasting with other gaming trends that may come and go quickly.
The name "Scar" originated from a misinterpretation of a character's name on the TV show "The Office," with Scar and his brother creating agent personas based on their versions of the character's name.

26:06

Gaming, Charity, and Community: A Heartwarming Connection

The speaker recalls playing Call of Duty 4 with friends, creating clan names like "wed for Walter allies Disney Enterprises" based on Disneyland's history.
The name "wed agent Scar" originates from this gaming period, reflecting the speaker's persona and accumulation of scars over time.
The speaker's brother, during gameplay, would respond to the phrase "Threat Level Midnight" to switch up strategies.
The speaker has played every Battlefield and Call of Duty game, varying from a minute to potentially 100 hours, depending on the game's quality.
The speaker reminisces about Battlefield 2's simplicity and charm, contrasting it with the increasing complexity of newer games like Battlefield 3.
The speaker discusses the overwhelming customization options in modern games like Call of Duty, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balance between accessibility and complexity.
The speaker highlights the significance of games like Minecraft and Call of Duty being easy to enter but challenging to master, ensuring player engagement.
The conversation shifts to the speaker's charity work with Gamers Outreach, focusing on providing video games to hospitalized children for entertainment and distraction.
The charity event organized by the speaker and the Hermitcraft community raised nearly $450,000, with small donations from the audience rather than large corporate contributions.
The success of the charity event led to system crashes on the donation platform Tiltify, showcasing the community's generosity and support for the cause.

38:49

"Scar's Disability Journey Inspires Global Community"

The CEO received heartwarming comments from the audience on older videos, showcasing the community's positivity.
The community's love for the platform was evident, leading to a successful event.
A total of 110 carts were funded through the event.
Distribution of carts was not limited to the US but extended worldwide, reaching various locations globally.
Gamers Outreach gained connections in Europe, enhancing their reach and impact.
Initial skepticism in European countries was overcome, leading to excitement for the upcoming carts.
Scar's leadership in the fundraising campaign was highlighted and praised.
Scar discussed the challenges of consistency due to his disability, emphasizing the importance of community understanding.
Scar's decision to openly discuss his disability positively impacted his channel and inspired others with disabilities.
Scar's family, especially his parents, played a crucial role in supporting his journey as a content creator, with his brother even inadvertently becoming a mini-celebrity at an event.

51:49

Navigating Disabilities: Embrace, Support, Persevere

Understanding one's capabilities and limitations is crucial when dealing with disabilities, encouraging finding ways to navigate challenges and not succumb to feelings of impossibility.
Embracing and owning one's disability is highlighted as essential, with the advice to not let others use it against you, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and resilience.
Supporting individuals with disabilities involves finding creative solutions to overcome limitations, with examples like custom wheelchairs and accessible activities such as skiing or visiting Disneyland.
The interviewee stresses the fluctuating nature of emotions and challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, emphasizing the need to persevere through tough times and maintain an open mind towards possibilities.

Try it yourself — It’s free.