VALKYRAE REVEALS WHY SHE TURNED DOWN TWITCH COMEBACK TO STAY ON YOUTUBE

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WHAT HAPPENED?

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VALKYRAE REVEALS WHY SHE TURNED DOWN TWITCH COMEBACK TO STAY ON YOUTUBE

WHAT HAPPENED?

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Last time I switched sites I was depressed. It felt like I’d made a mistake. I felt guilty, felt like I’d abandoned my community. I didn’t want to do that again.

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If I could, I would love to talk about the YouTube contract they offered me. But I don’t think I can. I can’t! I would absolutely love to share what they offered me, but it’s just not possible.