During a press conference for an upcoming fight, Conor McGregor, the notorious Irish professional mixed martial artist, shocked everyone when he knocked out a mascot in front of a crowd. The incident occurred when McGregor was playfully sparring with the mascot, who was wearing an oversized head and a boxing glove. While it may have seemed like harmless fun, McGregor unexpectedly threw a powerful left hook that landed flush on the mascot's jaw, causing it to stumble and fall to the ground. The crowd gasped and the atmosphere turned tense as people scrambled to help the mascot, who was clearly dazed and disoriented. McGregor's actions drew immediate backlash from both fans and critics, with many condemning his lack of sportsmanship and respect for others. The incident also reignited the ongoing debate surrounding the ethical limits of pre-fight promotions and whether they have crossed a line in recent years.
It is the late 1980s—the twilight of an era of beauty and vigor.
A boy moves to the city, barely missing two witches living in modern times.
Publisher Aniplex and developer TYPE-MOON will release the remastered version of Witch on the Holy Night for PC via Steam on December 14 worldwide, the companies announced. Publisher Aniplex and developer TYPE-MOON will release the remastered version of Witch on the Holy Night for PC via Steam on December 14 worldwide, the companies announced.
The incident also reignited the ongoing debate surrounding the ethical limits of pre-fight promotions and whether they have crossed a line in recent years. Some argue that McGregor's behavior crossed that line, as knocking out a defenseless mascot can be seen as excessive and unnecessary. However, others argue that it was simply a spur-of-the-moment mistake, and that McGregor's intentions were not malicious.
Legendary Visual Novel Witch on the Holy Night Coming to PC via Steam
Today, during the celebrations of Aniplex Online Fest, the publisher announced that the legendary visual novel Witch on the Holy Night will come to PC via Steam.
It'll launch on December 13, 2023, and the Steam page is already available. While voices will be in Japanese only, text will be in English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese.
This is actually a remaster of the original, titled in Japan "Mahoutsukai no Yoru" (which translates as "The Night of the Witches”, while "Witch on the Holy Night" was originally the official subtitle).
The game was originally released in 2012 by Type-Moon, which you likely know for the Fate series. It was written by Fate/Stay Night creator Kinoko Nasu and is linked to Tsukihime, featuring Aoko Aozaki (who also appears in the Melty Blood series and its latest entry, Melty Blood: Type Lumina) as the main heroine.
This is actually a remaster of the original, which launched late last year for PS4 and Nintendo Switch, and it's great that it's coming to PC, which is the platform of choice for many visual novel fans.
The remaster added full voice acting and full HD visuals. Today we hear that it sold 150,000 copies on consoles worldwide. You can watch a trailer below.
Of course, this makes me wonder whether Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon might get a PC release at some point on top of PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Nothing has been announced on this for now, but I certainly hope so.
In the meanwhile, below you can read an official description of Witch of the Holy Night's story.
In the mansion on the hill, there lived two witches.
It is the late 1980s—the twilight of an era of beauty and vigor.
A boy moves to the city, barely missing two witches living in modern times.
The boy leads a completely ordinary life.
She carries herself with gallant pride.
The girl lives a sleepy, hidden life.
Each walks a starlit path.
One would never expect their paths to cross.
The story of how these three disparate people came together is soon to be told.
The boy leads a completely ordinary life.
She carries herself with gallant pride.
The girl lives a sleepy, hidden life.
Regardless of the debate, it is clear that this incident has tarnished McGregor's reputation even further, as he continues to make headlines for controversy outside of the octagon..
Reviews for "Mascot vs. McGregor: The Knockout Heard Round the World"
1. Sarah - 1/5
I was absolutely disgusted when I saw the video of McGregor knocking out the mascot. It was completely unnecessary and showed a lack of respect. As a public figure, he should be setting a positive example for his fans, especially the younger ones. Instead, he displayed violence and aggression, which is not what we should be promoting in sports. I hope he apologizes and takes responsibility for his actions.
2. James - 2/5
I have been a long-time fan of McGregor, but I was extremely disappointed by his behavior in the "McGregor knocks out mascot" video. It was a childish and disrespectful act that tarnishes his reputation. McGregor is a talented fighter, but this incident showed a lack of control and maturity. I hope he learns from this and grows as both an athlete and an individual.
3. Emily - 2/5
I found "McGregor knocks out mascot" to be completely tasteless and inappropriate. It was a sad example of how some athletes let their fame get to their heads. McGregor should be using his platform to inspire and uplift others, not engage in violent acts. This incident definitely changed my perception of him, and I hope he reflects on his actions and makes amends.
4. Thomas - 1/5
What McGregor did in "McGregor knocks out mascot" was appalling and unacceptable. It reflected a complete lack of sportsmanship and respect for the mascot. As a role model for many, McGregor should be held accountable for his actions and face the consequences. This incident is a stain on his career and something he should be ashamed of.
5. Lily - 2/5
I was disappointed by McGregor's behavior in "McGregor knocks out mascot". It was unnecessary and showed a lack of professionalism. I understand the need for promotion and entertainment, but crossing the line into violence is never justified. McGregor should focus on showcasing his skills and sportsmanship, rather than engaging in harmful actions.