"Technoblade is someone many of us look up to, myself included. Thank you for everything you have done for so many people. The world will not be the same without you."

Popular Minecraft YouTuber Technoblade has died at the age of 23 from cancer . In a video uploaded to his YouTube channel titled "So Long Nerds," narrated by his father, Technoblade thanked his fans and peers for their support over the years and revealed that his real name is Alex. (He "accidentally" let it slip that he was called Dave in the earlier video).

"Hi, I'm Technoblade. By the time you see this video, I will be dead," he said. "Thank you for supporting my content over the years. If I had 100 lives left, I think I would choose to be Technoblade again every time because it was the happiest time of my life."

In the video, Technoblade is " "Sold so much stuff in the past year," he apologized, but noted that as a result, his siblings will be able to go to college.

Technoblade's father described how the two discussed making the final film, but said it was "difficult to create" for Alex due to the effects of his illness.

"He only lived about eight hours after it was done." Tynobrad wrote the script for his final video in bed and died shortly after, his father said. "I don't think he said everything he wanted to say, but I think he hit the key points."

In a video posted on his channel in August 2021, Technoblade revealed that he had been diagnosed with cancer. He said his right arm began to hurt in July of that year, which he initially thought was due to a repetitive strain injury. Finally, he went to the doctor in early August and was diagnosed with malignant sarcoma, a rare cancer that grows in the body's connective tissue .

"I feel a little silly talking about this in the context of Minecraft, it feels a little out of place," he joked in the video, saying his "chemo arc would be great content" and as he called people When told of the diagnosis, "No one took the news worse than my health insurance provider - they couldn't bear it for weeks."

Gaming community pours in support, admiration and condolences following Technoblade's death Replies, including from members of Dream SMP - a hugely popular Minecraft server that has been filmed with high-profile streamers including Technoblade himself.

"Effortlessly funny. Endless talent. Gone too soon." YouTuber Ted Nivison said on Twitter.

"Technoblade is someone many of us look up to, myself included. Thank you for everything you do for so many people. The world won't be the same without you," fellow streamer Eret said on Twitter.

A portion of all sales of his merchandise will be donated to charity, the Sarcoma Foundation of America, his family said in a release on Technoblade's online store.

His family also shared a statement at the end of his final video, reiterating his gratitude and respect for his fans and fellow streamers, as well as his family's desire for privacy.

We, the Technoblade family, want all of you to know how much he adored and respected his fans and colleagues.

Since Technoblade's earliest days on the web, he's been strategizing how to entertain and reward his audience - giving away online prizes, encouraging good sportsmanship, and most importantly sharing his Minecraft adventures for entertainment and laughs . Even after his eventual success, he managed to maintain his good-natured humility, playing a balancing act between confidence and self-deprecating wit. He has avoided publicity and has worked hard to keep his true identity confidential, and we ask that you continue to respect his wishes and protect his and his family's privacy.

Over the past year, our son has faced many difficulties as he battled stage 4 cancer. But he didn't complain, and kept using his famous strategic mind to try to beat what he knew were near-impossible odds. My son’s bravery on this path is a shining lesson for all of us who are lucky enough to walk with him. Thank you for sharing his journey through it all as he does the job he loves for his beloved fans.