About us

Our Origins

Lost Souls did not start with marketing plans or polished presentations. Like many great things, it began humbly, with a handful of gamers and a shared passion for playing. Back in the early 2000s, when games like Silkroad Online and Tales of Pirates ruled the scene, a small guild was formed. It never had the largest roster or the flashiest trophies, but it had something more important: connection. A place where people came back not just to play but to belong.

In those early days, Lost Souls was not even the name we went by. We cycled through more names than we care to remember. Some were decent, some born from late-night anime binges, and a few that remain etched in the login screens of forgotten MMORPG graveyards, where relics of past gaming eras quietly gather dust. And if we are honest, ARK holds a few of our old bases too.

The journey took us through many worlds beyond those early titles. We found ourselves battling and building in League of Legends, engaging in tactical firefights in WarRock, and crafting our own pixelated universes in Minecraft. Each game brought new challenges and opportunities, and with every new realm, our community adapted and grew stronger.

From the very beginning, Lost Souls was driven by two equally important goals. We wanted to be the best guild on the server—competitive, respected, and known for skill and teamwork. At the same time, we were fiercely committed to building the best community, a space where people could truly be themselves. That meant accepting mistakes, starting fresh when needed, and dropping everything mid-raid if someone needed support for real life struggles. The games changed, platforms evolved, but the bonds forged in those moments remain unbreakable.

The Lost Souls Online Community (LSOC)

Fast forward to today, and Lost Souls lives on as the Lost Souls Online Community, or LSOC for short. While Discord is our home base, we are far from just another server with a few channels and some emojis. LSOC is a thriving hub where members come together to live out their passion for gaming, content creation, esports, and genuine connection.

We take gaming seriously. We host squads, coordinate competitive teams, and back creators with the resources and support they need to thrive. But at the same time, we do not take ourselves too seriously. After all, behind every impressive headshot or marathon stream, there is someone who is probably running on a questionable amount of sleep and questionable microwave meals.

Whether you are grinding for that next big win, setting up your streaming channel, diving into your first esports scrim, or simply hanging back for the community vibe, LSOC makes sure no one has to go it alone. It is a place built for growth and connection, where someone is almost always online when the rest of the world has gone quiet.

A Legacy of Growth and Grit

The history of Lost Souls is anything but simple. It has been shaped by cycles of creation, struggle, rebuilding, and reinvention. We have been renamed, restructured, and redefined more times than we can count. Despite all this, the core of Lost Souls remains the same: a community of people who refused to let it die.

In the early days, allies like Survivor played a key role in expanding our focus beyond single-game play. This was essential for survival in a constantly shifting gaming landscape. When cracks began to show, figures like Kamakazmic, Popeye, and Psychotic brought much-needed honesty and energy. Their straightforward approach might not have been comfortable for everyone, but it was exactly what the community needed.

Leadership also found steadiness through members like Shea. With no desire for spotlight or drama, Shea quietly provided the consistency and guidance that helped the community weather difficult times. These were the kinds of contributions that built the backbone of Lost Souls.

A vital part of our community’s foundation comes from the Soul Apothecaries, known as the Law Team. Led by Overdrive, also called Mycelium, this group ensures order, fairness, and the enforcement of community standards. They mediate disputes and uphold the values that keep Lost Souls a safe, respectful, and welcoming place. Their work is often behind the scenes, but without their steady presence, LSOC would lose the structure that makes it more than just a gaming group.

The move to Discord was more than just a change of platform. It was a cultural shift that gave us new tools to organize, communicate, and expand. It marked the transition from a loosely connected guild to a structured community with clear goals, leadership roles, and systems of support.

Lost Souls has survived not because it was easy or glamorous. Every setback met renewed dedication. Every departure created space for new members and fresh ideas. That legacy of grit and resilience is what propels us forward.

What We Stand For

Lost Souls is more than a name or a tag. We are a community defined by values we practice every day.

Loyalty
We stand by each other. Through victories, exhaustion, tech failures, and the messiness of real life, we show up when it matters.

Inclusivity
This is not a private club. Whether you are a top competitor or just starting out, you belong here. No judgment. No filters.

Adventure
We do not stay still. From marathon gaming sessions to creative projects and new real-world challenges, we push forward together, sometimes recklessly but always side by side.

Adrenaline
We chase moments that matter. Whether it is the last round of a match, hitting a new milestone, or the simple thrill of overcoming limits, we are wired for the rush.

Looking to the Future

LSOC is expanding with intention. We are here to be the loudest, the biggest, and the ones who last. We reject quiet success and backstage roles. Our goal is to make our presence impossible to ignore across gaming, esports, content creation, and beyond.

The Discord is buzzing with fresh energy thanks to Fyasko, Toe-knee, and Lilhorse. Each brings unique strengths, keeping the community alive, unpredictable, and dynamic. They are not here to coast. They are here to build a lasting legacy.

From competitive teams to creator support to building inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued, LSOC refuses to slow down. Our mission is clear: grow stronger, get louder, and make sure the world knows who we are.

This is not just another online community. This is Lost Souls. And we are just getting started.