FPK Merk Resurfaces Using Rebranded Aged YouTube Channel

Multiple Channel Terminations Set the Context

FPK Merk has been a prominent RSPS content creator whose YouTube presence was heavily impacted by repeated copyright related takedowns. His original channel was removed following DMCA enforcement. Afterward, he attempted to continue on a newly created channel, which was also terminated not long after.

Following that second removal, Merk publicly confirmed that his replacement channel had been taken down as well, signaling that restarting from scratch was no longer viable.

 

Appearance of the MerkRS Channel

Shortly after these events, a YouTube channel named MerkRS, using the username MerkonRS, began attracting attention within the RSPS community. At first glance, the channel appeared to be Merk’s return under a slightly adjusted brand.

However, scrutiny of the channel history revealed details that contradicted the idea of it being newly created.

 

Older Uploads Tell a Different Story

The channel contains videos dating back to 2014, long before Merk’s known YouTube activity. These early uploads reference in game names such as Buul and Knasterd, neither of which align with Merk’s established identity.

The presence of these videos strongly suggests that the channel originally belonged to another RSPS player or creator and was later renamed and repurposed.

 

Why an Aged Channel Matters

YouTube’s enforcement systems place higher scrutiny on newly created channels, especially when linked to creators with prior DMCA strikes. Older channels often benefit from established trust signals, longer account history, and reduced automatic flagging.

Using an aged account can therefore function as a way to continue publishing without immediately triggering enforcement systems tied to new channel creation.

 

Lack of Public Explanation

So far, Merk has not publicly clarified:

• How the MerkRS channel was obtained

• Whether ownership was transferred or purchased

• Why legacy uploads from unrelated creators remain visible

This absence of explanation has fueled speculation rather than resolving concerns.

 

Community Response

Reaction within the RSPS scene has been divided. Some view the move as a practical workaround after repeated platform enforcement. Others see it as an attempt to bypass copyright systems instead of addressing the underlying issues that caused the takedowns.

The visible presence of decade old videos from different creators has amplified scrutiny rather than reduced it.

 

Broader Implications for RSPS Content Creation

This situation highlights a growing pattern in the RSPS space. As copyright enforcement increases, creators face limited options. Some leave YouTube entirely. Others rebrand, migrate platforms, or reuse aged accounts.

The MerkRS case illustrates how fragile RSPS content creation has become and how creators increasingly rely on unconventional methods to remain active.

 

Current Status

At the time of writing, the MerkRS channel remains accessible, containing both its historical uploads and its newer branding. Whether it remains operational long term will depend on how YouTube evaluates ownership continuity and future copyright exposure.

The situation serves as another example of how copyright enforcement is reshaping the RSPS content ecosystem in real time.