IT TAKES ONE
“One voice can ignite change.”
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Welcome, Agent. Your objective is clear: Unite, Respect, and Conquer. In this mission, we aim to promote inclusivity and respect for Indonesian gamers within Valorant. Together, we’ll create a space where respect leads and harassment has no place.
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MISSION BRIEFING
Inside, we’ll dive into the real struggles Indonesian gamers face, from language barriers to racism. We’ll show you how to tackle harassment head-on and give you the tools to be the change you want to see in the game.
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S T R U G L
G
EThe Struggles of Indonesian Gamers
As an Indonesian gamer, you’re not just fighting against the enemy team. You’re up against language barriers, stereotypes, and harassment.
“Sometimes, we’re to play, but we get for speaking our having a different
we’re just trying get targeted our language or different accent.”
“People call me ‘Indog’ or talk down about my country for no reason..”
RA CI SM
“It’s not just about winning the game, it’s about being treated fairly, but sometimes the hate is based on who you are or where you’re from.”
“Go Back to The Kitchen”
“Make Me a Sandwich”
“Girls Dont Play Games”
“No Life”
“Boys Will Be Boys”
MALE MEN HE
“You Play Like a Girl”
IT T ONE T
TAKES
The Domino Effect of Toxicity It Takes One:
It all begins with one. One toxic comment.
One angry gamer. One accusation. The cycle starts small, but it doesn’t stop there. In the anonymity of the internet, where consequences are distant, a single negative interaction can escalate quickly. It’s easy to forget that online words can hurt just as much as face-to-face insults. The impact of toxicity spreads, and the environment shifts. It takes one.
One comment. One moment of silence. In gaming, one action can spark a chain reaction. But if one gamer chooses respect over rage, the entire flow changes.
It all begins with one.
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it also takes one to stop it.
But
But it also takes one to stop it.
One gamer. One voice. One choice to lead by example. It doesn’t take a group to change the tide—it starts with you. We all have the power to create a ripple effect. By calling out toxic behavior, staying calm in the face of hostility, and supporting others who are targeted, you can make a difference. Don’t let the negative voices drown out the positive. It takes just one.
One gamer to say “no” to toxicity. One ally to say “we stand together.” Together, we can make respect the new meta. It’s your choice to change the game.
How to Stand Not Just Stand
In Valorant, silence speaks louder than you think. But don’t be fooled—inaction is a choice. Choose to fight back.
ACTIVATE LEAD
See harassment? Call it out with respect, not retaliation. Your voice can cut through the noise of negativity.
Be the agent who shows the squad how to de-escalate.
Lead by example and show others how easy it is to turn the tide.
Stand Up, Stand By
SUPPORT
If your teammate’s under fire, back them up. A simple, “We don’t tolerate this in our squad” can be the game-changer.
STAND
It’s easy to stay silent. It takes one agent to lead the way.
how CAN one MAKE A difference
Change starts with you, Agent.
Positive Teamplay
Respect is the foundation of every successful team. Whether you’re planting the spike or retaking a site, keep respect at the core of every interaction.
Create Safe Zones
Foster environments where every agent, no matter their background, can communicate, play, and enjoy the game in peace.
Challenge Toxicity
Respect is the foundation of every successful team. Whether you’re planting the spike or retaking a site, keep respect at the core of every interaction.
It Takes One
One agent can change the course of the game. One voice, one action can shift the entire meta.
VICTORY
Mission accomplished, Agent. You’ve discovered that a single action, a solitary voice, one dedicated gamer can transform the gaming landscape. By choosing to stand up, speak out, and support fellow players, you possess the power to convert toxicity into positivity. Every action matters—respect is the new meta. Remember, it takes one to lead the way, and that one person can be you.
Join the movement. Follow us on Instagram @Valorantakesone for more stories, and updates on how you can make a difference.
Sources
Maggie, Vincent, Wilbert. Personal interviews conducted in 2025.
Anthro Magazine. https://anthromagazine.org/ toxic-gaming-pulling-the-plug-on-abusivebehavior/
Anti-Defamation League (ADL). https://www.adl. org/resources/report/hate-no-game-hate-andharassment-online-games-2023
Intenta Digital. https://intenta.digital/gaming/ toxicity-hate-and-harassment-in-gaming/
https://scholarspace.manoa.hawaii.edu/server/ api/core/bitstreams/ad85c3c9-5a16-426d-a69471f426d9fd18/content
World Economic Forum. https://www.weforum. org/stories/2024/01/inclusive-gaming-tacklingtoxicity/
One Woman Project. https://www. onewomanproject.org/media-andentertainment/2023/10/3/womens-experience-ofonline-harassment-in-the-gaming-community
First Monday. https://firstmonday.org/ojs/index. php/fm/article/view/12508/11335
arXiv. https://arxiv.org/abs/1702.07784