| If we take Hentai as reference it's definitely not safe to go cosplay there... http://myanimelist.net/anime/10327/Cosplay_Roshutsu_Kenkyuukai |
| I went to a pretty big-ish convention just last year and it went well enough and safe for me. But then again I went with my boyfriend and his sister and her boyfriend so I never spent a single second alone (except in the bathroom I guess lol). Plenty of the people we met and talked to were nice and decent as well. But I can definitely see the likeliness of girls being harassed... especially those who are alone and decide to cosplay some character with particularly kinky clothing that show too much skin. At the con I went to, there were a lot of Shimakaze (KanColle) cosplayers and all of them who did cosplay her had their asses practically showing. I saw quite a bit of guys trying to take photos up their skirts (which didn't take much effort really, they only needed to lower their cameras a little bit to get a good shot of their rears) without their permission and when they weren't posing for it. ._. Ah but those girls didn't seem all too bothered about it though so maybe they don't consider it as much of a harassment... idk >_< |
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| Idk, I'll let u know if I go to an anime convention |
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| Ive been to one or two of the countries larger conventions and never seen any harassment. because again the anime crowd isn't exactly the pick up artist crowd is it. Its the avoid eye contact with girls crowd. Most of the guys were ogling comics and gundam figures more than anything else. Also what people might assume is "un-invited photography" might just be crowd photo's they all do it for ease. Pose and let the whole crowd take photo's instead of one at a time. There was a whole warhammer group there once guys and gal's who did those kinds of shoots. Other than that I think almost all guys are far too self conscious they might even appear to be looking to take photo's of girls in a perverted way. Fuck ive seen dudes look to the ground shamefully for just taking a crowd photo and someone looking directly at them as they did it. |
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teruu said: -Senpai- said: "a whole new breed of people is in to anime. This new breed is young attractive women with mental issues. " Probably the only smart sentence you have ever quoted/written yourself. Woah, I haven't seen such attention whoring since...I dunno....stop being such a whore though. You know nothing yet ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) |
 NasalShark said: I'd love to squeeze your nipples until they look like a purple slushie, Senpai. |
| I avidly attend anime conventions; however I'm not a female so I can't make note on any such situations. I have, however, heard of the potential sexual harassment that can occur and I know there are even panels dedicated to it. I feel this is a very unfortunate situation. Anime conventions are some of the most enjoyable experience I have each year, and knowing that women who attend may feel on guard the whole time is upsetting. Personally, I feel if you worry of any type of sexual harassment at a convention you should attend with one, or multiple friends. Also please do not be afraid to speak up, either to those around you or the convention security (that's what they're there for!). If someone near me said someone was getting closer to them than they were comfortable with, be it a guy or a girl, I would gladly go over and ask the offender to step off. Don't forget you aren't alone at a convention. Unfortunately there's not much we can do to stop the offenders in this situation, but we can make sure there are no victims. I feel the best way to end sexual harassment at conventions is to make sure each person is aware that it can occur and if they see it happening grab a staff member or step in and make a difference. Happy con going ~ |
teruu said: -Senpai- said: "a whole new breed of people is in to anime. This new breed is young attractive women with mental issues. " Probably the only smart sentence you have ever quoted/written yourself. So the "smart things written" score is currently Senpai - 1 teruu - 0 Don't worry teruu, I'm sure you'll get a point one of these days. |
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| what's wrong with wanting to flirt or get laid? how are guys supposed to meet girls with conflicting messages of "you need to get out there and meet girls" and "but you cant meet them there and flirt with them". this makes no sense. and anime conventions holds people with the same interest, making them more attractive to guys with the same interest. as long as they are reasonably aware and respectful, there isn't a problem. a few guys might be clueless, but they don't represent all guys. |
AnimeFreak-San said: what's wrong with wanting to flirt or get laid? how are guys supposed to meet girls with conflicting messages of "you need to get out there and meet girls" and "but you cant meet them there and flirt with them". this makes no sense. and anime conventions holds people with the same interest, making them more attractive to guys with the same interest. as long as they are reasonably aware and respectful, there isn't a problem. a few guys might be clueless, but they don't represent all guys. I believe this thread is more in relation to sexual harassment and non-consensual activities or aggravation. I don't think it's referring to any type of consensual harmless flirting. |
ShaneM said: AnimeFreak-San said: what's wrong with wanting to flirt or get laid? how are guys supposed to meet girls with conflicting messages of "you need to get out there and meet girls" and "but you cant meet them there and flirt with them". this makes no sense. and anime conventions holds people with the same interest, making them more attractive to guys with the same interest. as long as they are reasonably aware and respectful, there isn't a problem. a few guys might be clueless, but they don't represent all guys. I believe this thread is more in relation to sexual harassment and non-consensual activities or aggravation. I don't think it's referring to any type of consensual harmless flirting. can @SnugglyWhuggly confirm this? are you against all flirting and getting laid at anime conventions, or just serious harassment? do you view flirting as harassment? |
| The risks are similar anywhere you're out alone in a large group of strangers. Yes, there are going to be people in the mix who are willing to prey on you, but they're few and far between and the most you're likely to get is harmless flirting and/or obnoxious verbal harassment. Just act confident and lock your door at night and if anyone does try something, tell staff or threaten to call the police. While being a woman does increase some particular risks, don't let that restrict your life too much; I wouldn't walk through certain streets at night and I personally wouldn't go backpacking solo but a con should really be fine. ^^ |
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| Someone should always be cautious at big events I guess.. but I don't think there's any real danger.. |
AnimeFreak-San said: can @SnugglyWhuggly confirm this? are you against all flirting and getting laid at anime conventions, or just serious harassment? do you view flirting as harassment? I don't think conventions should be orgies, and I think anyone going there with their main intent in mind being to get laid (regardless of their gender) is going to the wrong place; brothels and night clubs exist for a reason. But no, I don't consider simple flirting as "harassment". If someone is getting their ass pinched by a complete stranger and/or is being aggressively pursued, then I'd consider that harassment. |
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Doj said: Protaku said: When you think about, girls are way safer at anime conventions since most guys there are too chicken to even approach girls. At smaller conventions this may be true, but at bigger conventions I've heard of girls being inappropriately touched. You could probably go on YouTube and find videos of girls talking about it tbh I think that pretty much applies to any large, public gathering like that then. |
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Yeah I feel the same way, I read over that and there was Sexism, Heterosexism and even discrimination. I would like to kindly shoot the fucker who made that... With a M82... from half a mile away... just to watch the red mist cloud around where they used to be! XD |
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Mywifesson said: Creep is an all purpose word women coined for someone who is unattractive, doesnt matter what action they take they are a creep. Ugly people flock to cons and want to express their love of a character and because they are ugly they are a creep. If you dress up as a sexualized character prepare to be sexualized, un the same way that if i dress up in full theif gear and walk around with a ski mask someone will freak out and likely call the cops. I have never beento ananime con but ive been to several concerts and raves wear women will straight up grope me and fags will too. What am I supposed to do? The other dayI got groped while buying groceries somd faggot walkedbyand swueezed my butt what response am i allowed. I cant go and beat him up cause then im a homopjobe, i cant cause a scene because that detracts fr om my manliness. Bottom line is expect it and prepare. Although I agree some do the whole "ugly=creep" thing, you're wrong about sexualization. Just because you wear a sexy cosplay doesn't mean you should be treated any worse. Sure, people will flirt with you and ask you for pictures - enjoy the privilege and agree/refuse depending on how you feel. The problem comes - and I heard stories about this - when people don't listen to the girl and what she wants. I heard of plenty cosplayers being asked rude questions and touched in open spaces. People thought that because she wore something revealing they were allowed to. It's okay to be attracted to a girl and try to have sex with her, but don't be an asshole about it and respect her refusals. AnimeFreak-San said: what's wrong with wanting to flirt or get laid? how are guys supposed to meet girls with conflicting messages of "you need to get out there and meet girls" and "but you cant meet them there and flirt with them". this makes no sense. and anime conventions holds people with the same interest, making them more attractive to guys with the same interest. as long as they are reasonably aware and respectful, there isn't a problem. a few guys might be clueless, but they don't represent all guys. The conflicting messages come from people who are so used to getting sex they think unattractive people aren't allowed to want sex. People are allowed to want sex even if you don't want to have sex with them. People are allowed to refuse sex even if you really, really wanted to have sex with them. |
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Events focusing on Lolita. Lolita is a sub culture of Japanese fashion relating to a mixture of British Victorian fashion and Japanese fashion. Most women in this subculture are thin because Japanese companies don’t cater to landwhales. These clothes are also extremely expensive usually meaning that these women have a rich daddy or a male sponsor. This combine with the fact that most of these women are more likely to have a personality disorder other than autism. If a woman is in to this culture she must keep thin and must be in to looking good. A great requisition for a bang. My god . . . This guy is a genius! Why didn't it occur to me, no genre screams hot women irl like one that sexualizes little girls! |
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| I am thinking that it is perfectly safe unless the convention is happening in Honduras. |
| There are quite a few instances of sexual harassment or other harmful actions at cons, but it should be clear that it's not safe for anyone, not just women. Cons tend to bring about a crowd of people who seem to think anything goes, especially if their parents aren't there to keep an eye on them. It doesn't matter what you're wearing, whether you're cosplaying as a scantily dressed female or crossplaying a fully clothed butler or something; you can be subjected to sexual harassment or other harms at a con and many such instances have occurred. So no, actually, cons aren't exactly a safe haven or anything, and you should probably stick with someone you trust-- a few people you trust-- who won't leave you on your own so they can have fun without you. Hell, bring ya mom. I'm usually with my mom at cons, but sometimes I am by myself. Just know the location and such then you'll be okay. Some things are common sense, some situations you should just try to get out of ASAP. Like, a lot of cons here are in Los Angeles; don't go walking around a kinda bad area on your own regardless of what you're wearing or who you are. If you find yourself in a bad area (which can definitely happen at cons here-- easy), get to stepping real fast. Just stuff like that. It sucks that it has to be that way, but hey. Also, for a certain con, most people have to go through me before going to the con and I'm noticing a lot of people who hardly even know what anime is are attending. They ask me where the alcohol is as if they just want to party, and some even hint at getting laid. It's kinda weird; why spend money on a badge to an event you don't really care about? Like some just kinda watched DBZ once and then they're there. And I don't mean to say they're not allowed to be there, but it's like they're coming for something the con actually doesn't have to offer. And um... I feel like a lot of the con damages seem to come from people like them who don't have much respect for the con... |
TheBrainintheJar said: Mywifesson said: Creep is an all purpose word women coined for someone who is unattractive, doesnt matter what action they take they are a creep. Ugly people flock to cons and want to express their love of a character and because they are ugly they are a creep. If you dress up as a sexualized character prepare to be sexualized, un the same way that if i dress up in full theif gear and walk around with a ski mask someone will freak out and likely call the cops. I have never beento ananime con but ive been to several concerts and raves wear women will straight up grope me and fags will too. What am I supposed to do? The other dayI got groped while buying groceries somd faggot walkedbyand swueezed my butt what response am i allowed. I cant go and beat him up cause then im a homopjobe, i cant cause a scene because that detracts fr om my manliness. Bottom line is expect it and prepare. Although I agree some do the whole "ugly=creep" thing, you're wrong about sexualization. Just because you wear a sexy cosplay doesn't mean you should be treated any worse. Sure, people will flirt with you and ask you for pictures - enjoy the privilege and agree/refuse depending on how you feel. The problem comes - and I heard stories about this - when people don't listen to the girl and what she wants. I heard of plenty cosplayers being asked rude questions and touched in open spaces. People thought that because she wore something revealing they were allowed to. It's okay to be attracted to a girl and try to have sex with her, but don't be an asshole about it and respect her refusal Its few and far between, i sincerely doubt women are being groped at cons they like to exagerate greatly. If a guy is a creep a simple look can be sexual harassment, you also have to keep in mind some of these people have asperbergers. Also anime cons are huge sex orgies from what ive seen on cgl |
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| No it's guaranteed you'll get raped and murdered as soon as you step into an anime convention as a female. Which is obviously why so many women go to anime cons >_> |
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SweetBakchich said: Well, there have been complaints from women who said they had been harassed at anime/geek conventions, and I don't doubt those stories. But personally I've been 4 times to the same anime convention (Japan Expo in France, including one time when I cosplayed as Yoruichi, and I've never been the victim of anything. I've never seen anyone being victimized. It was just great fun everytime. The atmosphere was very friendly. But to be fair, I've never been to a convention alone. I was always with friends, the boyfriend of the time or my brother. Maybe a girl is more at risk if she goes alone. That "Return of Kings" article though... Is it even for real ? At this level of contempt for women, part of me has to assume that it's just trolling us. I get why these guys need to gather together on a website to figure ways to get laid, because with that kind of attitude, there's no way in hell they're getting it right now ! Return of Kings are serious. Don't think that they're not getting laid - men and women never choose sexual partners based on their morality. But yes, these misogynist assholes are real and I'm still astounded they're serious. Rejection sucks and I'm a failure with women, but surely that's not an excuse is it? The_Nico said: TheBrainintheJar said: [Just because you wear a sexy cosplay doesn't mean you should be treated any worse. Sure, people will flirt with you and ask you for pictures - enjoy the privilege and agree/refuse depending on how you feel. The problem comes - and I heard stories about this - when people don't listen to the girl and what she wants. I heard of plenty cosplayers being asked rude questions and touched in open spaces. People thought that because she wore something revealing they were allowed to. It's okay to be attracted to a girl and try to have sex with her, but don't be an asshole about it and respect her refusals. No one is entitled to have sex with anyone. Especially someone you've only known for less than 5 minutes or whatever. This is why beta orbiters and omegas do in fact exist. They're just there for sex, they're not there for any stroke on behalf of their convoluted morality (or complete lack of morality thereof), rather it's just for sex. You know how fucking wrong that sounds? Go to a convention to buy shit, don't use it as a social event, the anime community isn't anything worth investing in. The conflicting messages come from people who are so used to getting sex they think unattractive people aren't allowed to want sex. People are allowed to want sex even if you don't want to have sex with them. People are allowed to refuse sex even if you really, really wanted to have sex with them. There's a difference between wanting sex and claiming that you are entitled to have sex with people, and this is a deconstruction of both beta orbiters and omegas alike in these situations. I fail to see the moral crime in only wanting sex. So long as you're honest about it, what's wrong? |
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| Never saw any of that in the conventions I went to, so it should be safe. It's not like fat nerds have the courage to do anything. |
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LoneWolf said: No it's guaranteed you'll get raped and murdered as soon as you step into an anime convention as a female. Which is obviously why so many women go to anime cons >_>  The US bombed them back to traditional values – feminism does not exist in Japan. While I don’t like judging an entire culture…that does not excuse them. |
zombie_pegasus said: If a guy starts flirting with her she can just say "I have a boyfriend" Pretty dangerous if they aren't actually flirting. Black rage trigger if they are trying to tell you to get out of the way or something and you intercept them with that as if you're hot shit. I am very strongly against violence and especially towards someone weaker than me, but black rage is indiscriminate. Why I distance myself from primadonna types, they push all my buttons. |
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PurplePanties said: Who goes to a anime con to get their dick wet. Seems like one of the least likely places to pick up girls at. Also yeah im pretty sure they are safe since there tends to be plenty of staff paroling depending on where you go, you seem to get the odd weirdo trying it on but noting more than attempting to cop a feel or taking pictures without permission. Nerdy conventions are the best place to meet people, especially if you volunteer. |
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| Judging solely based on MAL's male populace here ... no female (or child) in the WORLD is safe. |
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| Of course the fuck appearance matters. No guy is going to 'attack' a female if she ugly as fuck. That is no bait, but an actual point. Say for example this girl is a fat fuck revealing her body and it in turn disgusts people rather than arouse them. Would they really 'attack' .. actually pursue is a better word. Would they really pursue this person? Argue all you want but the ratio of those desperate 50 year old virgins who would to teen & 20 year old people is like 0.1:10 in an anime convention. |
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| >Are females "safe" at anime conventions? To the one Anime-con i went to, there were more Females then Males... |
| Surely there is a lot of weirdos at con like these and seeing person dressed up as their 2D waifu get them really excited but most of them ( from what I saw) take a picture and don't even approach the girl. |
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