Tell us a little about yourself, where you are from and the content you create.

My name is Janpiert. I’m a creator from Peru who focuses mainly on PvP. My goal on my streams has always been to help people get to the Lighthouse and earn the best rewards from the chest. You can usually find me playing Trials every weekend, while also hanging out and having fun with everyone in chat. I’m not really a PvE player, but whenever big challenges come out, like contest Raids or Dungeons, you’ll always see me there taking on the challenge.

What inspired you to become a Bungie Foundation supporter?

I was inspired by realizing that my content and community can be more than just playing or streaming games for fun. I find it very inspiring that we can use this entertainment to make an impact for people in need. Also, being part of something like this makes me feel very happy, because it’s not only about games, it’s about making a difference.

Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about?

I would definitely say the Little Lights program. Every gamer knows that video games can heal and let you escape from the world for a few hours and sometimes that’s exactly what we need. I feel like it’s the same for the kids in this program. It gives them a chance to just be kids and enjoy something fun even while they’re going through tough times.

What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?

To me, being a Lightkeeper means using my love for gaming to bring people together for something bigger than the game itself. It’s about community, support, and making a real impact. It’s honestly an honor, and I’m really grateful to take part in such great events as a Lightkeeper.

What’s your favorite Destiny gaming moment?

My favorite Destiny gaming moment has always been contest raid day one. I’m the kind of person who loves challenges, and without a doubt, running a new raid every year and trying to complete it within 48 hours is an experience I’ve never felt in any other game. Watching so many players racing the contest, competing with each other, and having an audience behind the screens supporting their favorite teams is something truly unique to Destiny 2.

What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year?

The people. Every time I play Destiny 2, I feel like streaming. I’ve built such a strong connection with my community that even when I play off stream, I feel the need to go live. Over the years, I’ve met so many people through the game who became close friends, and some I was even lucky enough to meet in person. What really keeps me coming back to Destiny is the community I’ve built along the way.

What’s a moment where your community surprised or inspired you?

I’ll never forget the moment my community made me feel truly grateful for what we’ve built together. During my Game2Give 2022 stream, I dropped my second PvP montage. It was my second shot at winning MOTW, and the amount of support I got that week was unreal, especially during my time slot for G2G. So many people from the LATAM community supported the project I had put so much work into, and thanks to all their support, the following TWID announced we had won MOTW. I owe so much to my LATAM community, without them, I wouldn’t even be here being featured in this spotlight.

How does celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month resonate with you personally?

To me, it’s about feeling a strong connection to my home country, Peru. My family always taught me to never forget where I come from and to be proud of my roots and everything I’ve experienced. Peru is full of culture, traditions, and history, and carrying that with me while living far from home makes me proud to represent where I’m from.

What does representation in gaming and streaming spaces mean to you?

To me, representation in gaming and streaming means always welcoming people from different communities. No matter where you’re from, your culture, or your language, there will always be a spot on the Fireteam for one more. Speaking for my community, it’s been amazing to see more and more creators from LATAM getting opportunities, especially in Destiny 2. For those just starting or who have been creating content for years, it’s really comforting to see doors opening.

Are there elements of your heritage that inspire your creativity or the way you approach content creation?

To me, it comes from the way we are as Latinos. We always find funny and creative ways to say things, and that same energy shows up in my streams. What inspires me the most is just keeping things fun, so anyone who drops by leaves with a laugh or at least a smile. That’s who we are in LATAM, we’re positive people who always try to make the best out of any situation. As a LATAM creator, I bring a lot of that vibe into my content, and in my community we even have this inside joke called “Momento Latam.” It’s something we say all the time whenever something happens that feels like it could only happen in LATAM and nowhere else.

If you could pass along one message during Hispanic Heritage Month to the Destiny community, what would it be?

My message would be that no matter where you’re from, at the end of the day we’re all one community. In LATAM, everyone is welcome, and you’d be surprised at how many amazing players we have, in both PvE and PvP. Over the past few years, I’ve seen LATAM fireteams compete at the same level as world-first teams during contest raids. If you give them a chance and support them, you won’t regret it.

Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign in support of the Bungie Foundation?

I’d say just go for it. Don’t worry if your incentives or the stuff you put together to raise donations aren’t huge, what really matters is taking that first step. And even if your first fundraising campaign doesn’t hit the goal, remember that every bit of support counts and makes a difference. Stay consistent and always keep in mind the real reason we’re doing this, which is to help people in need.