Thousands of rare, out-of-print, and independently translated comics were lost. Many translation groups disbanded because their primary distribution channel disappeared.
The displacement of the 8muses community did not result in its destruction; instead, it triggered a massive, multi-directional migration across the web. The community fragmented based on specific interests, resulting in several distinct landing zones. 1. The Reddit Consolidation 8muses forum refugees
Here's a review of the situation:
: A large segment of the community felt "displaced," leading them to search for new platforms. Alternative Platforms Thousands of rare