After becoming the target of online harassment by a few Assassin’s Creed gamers, a professor chose an unlikely response; she reacted with kindness. Rather than being hostile, she employed empathy and open conversation to counter the abuse. Her approach was met with approval from both gamers and scholars, demonstrating that kindness can neutralize even the most scathing online insults. Her response underscores the strength of courteous dialogue and gives a model for how to respond to online harassment in school and gaming communities.