POPULAR Twitch streamer Kyedae Shymco, better known as Kyedae, announced on Friday that she will be skipping this year’s pop culture convention in the Philippines due to health concerns.
In a Facebook post addressed to her Filipino fans, the 21-year-old Japanese-Canadian content creator said she would not be attending the CONQuest 2023 to be held in Pasay City this June 2 to 4.
Kyedae said she decided to step back from joining the event because of the health problems she has been experiencing due to her acute myeloid leukemia.
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“Kumusta to all my Filipino fans! I hope you’re as excited for Conquest as I am, however I’ve got an important update to share with you all,” Kyedae wrote.
“As you may have heard, I have been facing some health challenges recently and I need to keep my health my top priority. So with deep regret I will need to take a step back from Conquest 2023,” she added.
Although her absence at the convention saddens her, she mentioned that she’s looking forward to “coming back in the future healthier and stronger than ever.”
“Thank you for understanding and mahal ko kayong lahat. Have fun at [the] CONQuest Festival!” she said.
Kyedae was recently diagnosed with AML. She earlier shared this news with her followers on Twitter and said she is set to start cancer treatment soon.
About CONQuest
Kyedae is one of the most anticipated guests at the CONQuest 2023.
Although missing one prominent streamer, the convention still boasts of an impressive list of headliners, including Rachell “Valkyrae” Hofstetter, Leslie Ann “Fulsie” Fu, Imane “Pokimane” Anys, Lily “LilyPichu” Ki, Michael Reeves, Sykkuno, Angela “AriaSaki” Don, and Jaime “iGumDrop” Tan.
The convention, which celebrates gaming, music, and pop culture in the Philippines, will take place at the SMX Convention Center, Conrad Manila, Seashell Lane, SM Mall of Asia, and National University MOA Campus in Pasay City.
During the convention, attendees will have access to various activities and attractions, including panels and workshops, a freeplay and retro arcade, an expo floor, a food festival, cosplays, and art galleries.
They will also have the opportunity to meet streamers, cosplayers, content creators, and artists. There will be a celebrity showmatch, alliance games finals, a music night, and streamzone where they can watch their favorite video game streamers.
Tickets for CONQuest 2023 range from P2,000 for a regular day pass to P20,000 for a premium pass good for three days.
Event passes are available for purchase via CONQuest 2023 website.
