K9Kuro Open Up About Ike Eveland Nijisanji Graduation!

The recent departure of the popular VTuber known as “Smurf Blue Man” aka Ike Eveland in Nijisanji EN left many fans surprised and heartbroken. While most were caught off guard by the sudden announcement, K9Kuro, a fellow content creator and close friend, had known about this decision for quite some time. In a recent livestream, Kuro opened up about his experience behind the scenes, offering a more personal side to the story.

From the start, Kuro made it clear that everything he shared had been discussed and approved by Ike himself. They had multiple conversations over the past few weeks, especially leading up to the graduation. Kuro emphasized that while fans may not have seen this coming, the decision wasn’t rushed. It had been building for months, rooted in deeper personal struggles that extended beyond the content or company involved.

What added more fuel to the fire was the backlash Kuro received after posting an image referencing a character hanging—meant as a personal vent rather than a statement about Ike’s condition. He admitted the timing was awful, and although he had no ill intentions, the overlap with Smurf Blue Man’s own message about mental health caused major misunderstanding online.

Despite the chaos, Kuro stressed that Ike is physically okay, though mentally exhausted. He is stepping away from online life completely to focus on himself. Kuro also reassured fans that he will continue checking in privately, even if there’s no public update.

In the end, Kuro asked for patience and understanding. He believes that stepping away was the right move for his friend and hopes that instead of placing blame or spreading rumors, fans can allow him the space he needs to heal. Kuro’s message was simple: it’s better for someone to quietly leave the spotlight than to lose themselves completely.