📰 RuneWild’s David Distances Himself from Impact.GG

Summary: David—the long-time owner of RuneWild—has publicly denied any involvement with the upcoming server Impact.GG. His statement ends weeks of speculation that he might be a silent partner in the project.

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💬 What David Said

In a brief Discord announcement, David wrote:

“I am not affiliated with this new server, nor would I suggest anyone play it — I’ve seen alarming things spreading around regarding the owner, and this owner has already attempted to copy RuneWild before. Beware.”

The message was concise but firm, aiming to quell rumours that had circulated in the past week. The tone of the message displays his tiredness of RuneWild copycats. (source here)

🎙️ Response from Impact.GG

Shortly after David’s post, Impact.GG owner “Jax” was questioned and issued his own clarification:

“No, I am not 😄 (David). We have taken the top features from the top servers to try and create the best next server”

Jax’s statement underscores a desire to separate Impact.GG from RuneWild’s brand while still acknowledging that the new project draws inspiration from established platforms. (source here)

🌐 Community Reaction

• Most RuneWild veterans were unsurprised; many had already assumed David was not involved.
• A smaller group expressed disappointment, hoping RuneWild’s code base or leadership would anchor Impact.GG.
• Industry observers note David’s tone suggests fatigue with repeated “RuneWild clones” entering the scene.

🔎 Why the Disclaimer Matters

Linking a respected legacy server to a new launch can create expectation—and liability—overnight. By publicly distancing himself, David shields RuneWild’s reputation from any negative fallout that might accompany Impact.GG’s debut. According to sources, he currently lives a lavish life in Dubai and has shifted focus to non-gaming ventures, including selling jewellery. With RuneWild in maintenance mode awaiting Jagex’s Project Zanaris, David appears keen to avoid distraction or brand confusion.

📈 Outlook

• RuneWild: Continues to operate their Discord Server, poised for potential migration to Jagex’s sanctioned private-server platform.
• Impact.GG: Still targeting a June. Without RuneWild pedigree attached, the project will stand—or fall—on its own technical merits.
• Scene Impact: David’s directness sets a welcome precedent for transparency; players now have clear guidance on the origins of each project.

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