What is a smurf account and why are they so controversial?

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The Smurfs - Wikipedia

Overwatch 2 dev begs players to stop smurfing

Smurf attack - Uncyclopedia, the content-free encyclopedia

Are smurfs ever punished? : r/DotA2

The current state of 'Esports Meritocracy' in regards to the 'Ellie- Controversy' in Overwatch Contenders, by Mezix

There's a Controversy on the Internet – The Oceanside Animals

If that isn't the most obvious smurf account I have ever seen : r/apexlegends

Smurfing - TV Tropes

What is Smurfing? The Weird Story Behind Online Gaming's Secret Accounts If you've ever played online, you've probably encountered someone in match-making who is a little too good to be playing