FanimeCon 2011 Cosplay & Peace-Bonding Thread [Final]

[Aelia]

I was wondering if my Belarus' knife was alright to bring along? It's base is plastic, it's a kid's toy. I painted it and attached a few accessories and used fake blood on the blade. It barely has any weight, and is very fragile, so I won't have it out aside from pictures.

Here's the picture:
http://s604.photobucket.com/albums/tt122/AkiSamui/?action=view&current=Belarusknife.png

When you say "base is plastic" you mean the whole thing's made of plastic, ya? Because that's fine. We'll need to tag it with a peace-bond still.

[JewishCosplayer]

I was wondering if my Belarus' knife was alright to bring along? It's base is plastic, it's a kid's toy. I painted it and attached a few accessories and used fake blood on the blade. It barely has any weight, and is very fragile, so I won't have it out aside from pictures.

Here's the picture:
http://s604.photobucket.com/albums/tt122/AkiSamui/?action=view&current=Belarusknife.png

When you say "base is plastic" you mean the whole thing's made of plastic, ya? Because that's fine. We'll need to tag it with a peace-bond still.

Sorry, yeah. The entire thing is plastic, even the accessories. It's really fragile so will the peace bond break it? It's already broken once T_T Also, were do I go to get it peace bonded?

[Aelia]

I was wondering if my Belarus' knife was alright to bring along? It's base is plastic, it's a kid's toy. I painted it and attached a few accessories and used fake blood on the blade. It barely has any weight, and is very fragile, so I won't have it out aside from pictures.

Here's the picture:
http://s604.photobucket.com/albums/tt122/AkiSamui/?action=view&current=Belarusknife.png

When you say "base is plastic" you mean the whole thing's made of plastic, ya? Because that's fine. We'll need to tag it with a peace-bond still.

Sorry, yeah. The entire thing is plastic, even the accessories. It's really fragile so will the peace bond break it? It's already broken once T_T Also, were do I go to get it peace bonded?

The peace bond shouldn't break it; we'll put it on loose. Peace bonding stations will be on the first floor by the Gatherings tables (between the stairs in front of reg), near Stage Zero (when we have the staff) and in Willow Glen III (Marriott, Second Floor, Near the Elevators). If you're really worried about it, I work after 2pm all weekend. I'll help you out with the peacebonding. Just ask for Erin, and if I'm not busy, I'll be there to help you out within a couple minutes.

[JewishCosplayer]

I was wondering if my Belarus' knife was alright to bring along? It's base is plastic, it's a kid's toy. I painted it and attached a few accessories and used fake blood on the blade. It barely has any weight, and is very fragile, so I won't have it out aside from pictures.

Here's the picture:
http://s604.photobucket.com/albums/tt122/AkiSamui/?action=view&current=Belarusknife.png

When you say "base is plastic" you mean the whole thing's made of plastic, ya? Because that's fine. We'll need to tag it with a peace-bond still.

Sorry, yeah. The entire thing is plastic, even the accessories. It's really fragile so will the peace bond break it? It's already broken once T_T Also, were do I go to get it peace bonded?

The peace bond shouldn't break it; we'll put it on loose. Peace bonding stations will be on the first floor by the Gatherings tables (between the stairs in front of reg), near Stage Zero (when we have the staff) and in Willow Glen III (Marriott, Second Floor, Near the Elevators). If you're really worried about it, I work after 2pm all weekend. I'll help you out with the peacebonding. Just ask for Erin, and if I'm not busy, I'll be there to help you out within a couple minutes.

Thank you very much :D

[Brutal]

I read that on Thursday there will be peace bonding but I'm wondering if you have to come in cosplay with your prop in order for it to get peace bonded, just asking because I really don't want to cosplay on Thursday just to get my prop peace bonded.

[Aelia]

I read that on Thursday there will be peace bonding but I'm wondering if you have to come in cosplay with your prop in order for it to get peace bonded, just asking because I really don't want to cosplay on Thursday just to get my prop peace bonded.

You must be in costume to get your prop peacebonded. You should just wait until you are cosplaying to come by the peacebonding station.

[Aelia]

Please Be Aware: There has been a change in policy
Replica guns must have holsters, and must be painted all-over in a bright safety-color. They will be peace-bonded into their holsters.

Replica guns which are painted black/silver or any other gun tone may not be carried, even with a holster.

This is at the request of SJPD, and will be enforced this weekend. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but is non-negotiable.

[redroses3164]

For the new policy change, what if the character doesn't have a holster?

My friend is cosplaying as Panty (from Panty and Stocking with Garterbelt) and will have a gun similar to these pictures (except it's made out of wood):
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/redroses3164/Front.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/redroses3164/Back.jpg

It's going to fairly shiny as well. Will we need some sort of makeshift holster anyway even if the character never has one?

[Aelia]

For the new policy change, what if the character doesn't have a holster?

My friend is cosplaying as Panty (from Panty and Stocking with Garterbelt) and will have a gun similar to these pictures (except it's made out of wood):
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/redroses3164/Front.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/redroses3164/Back.jpg

It's going to fairly shiny as well. Will we need some sort of makeshift holster anyway even if the character never has one?

No, that's fake enough that it won't need a holster. You're fine still.

But that is a legitimate question. Unfortunately, when it comes to replicas, it doesn't matter if your character has a holster, we're requiring you to have one.

[seisatsu]

Certain weapons are banned no matter what:
...Metal/Wooden Baseball Bats...

I guess Fanime hates Paranoia Agent. Good thing my Shonen Bat cosplay idea fell through.

[Shepherd01]

Hello, I have a question regarding my weapons. Will these be allowed if I paint the tips a bright safety orange?

http://i.imgur.com/KDnca.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/KGsSd.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/WXus5.jpg

[Inai]

For replica rifles, is there an update to how they should be carried other than neutral position? Also one of my rifles is wood and plastic with a bright orange tip at the end, I assume that will need to be painted all over in a bright safety color? For my other rifle, now I'm wondering if I need to repaint this also. Here's a photo I took prior to painting the tip orange. http://i51.tinypic.com/a5eonr.jpg It's made from foam and wood. Sorry to bug you with all these questions, this is the first year I have had props so I want to make sure I do everything right.  :(

[Squad 11 Till Death]

Building materials for prop - $30.00
Fanime registration price - $60.00
The looks on the faces of the event staff when Hozukimaru is brought up to get peace-bound - Priceless

[Aelia]

Certain weapons are banned no matter what:
...Metal/Wooden Baseball Bats...

I guess Fanime hates Paranoia Agent. Good thing my Shonen Bat cosplay idea fell through.

Fanime doesn't hate Paranoia Agent. I do.

In all seriousness, baseball bats made of wood/metal are considered weapons unless you're using them to play a game of baseball, or are heading to/from a game.

Hello, I have a question regarding my weapons. Will these be allowed if I paint the tips a bright safety orange?

http://i.imgur.com/KDnca.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/KGsSd.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/WXus5.jpg

Do you have any pics of them assembled? They need orange tips minimum. I'm still thinking about the rest, and the assembled pics would help. (Specifically of the copper one.) Also, are those metal or plastic?

For replica rifles, is there an update to how they should be carried other than neutral position? Also one of my rifles is wood and plastic with a bright orange tip at the end, I assume that will need to be painted all over in a bright safety color?

Depends on how replica-ish the rifle is. In this case, it's not the materials, but the appearance which will matter most. Pics?

Building materials for prop - $30.00
Fanime registration price - $60.00
The looks on the faces of the event staff when Hozukimaru is brought up to get peace-bound - Priceless

I imagine that's one of the most satisfying parts.

[Inai]

For replica rifles, is there an update to how they should be carried other than neutral position? Also one of my rifles is wood and plastic with a bright orange tip at the end, I assume that will need to be painted all over in a bright safety color?

Depends on how replica-ish the rifle is. In this case, it's not the materials, but the appearance which will matter most. Pics?

Here's a photo: http://i55.tinypic.com/szwf8i.jpg It has no working parts except the trigger which makes a bang sound and cannot be loaded with any type of ammo. I also updated my previous question with an inquiry about my other rifle.

...For my other rifle, now I'm wondering if I need to repaint this also. Here's a photo I took prior to painting the tip orange. http://i51.tinypic.com/a5eonr.jpg It's made from foam and wood. Sorry to bug you with all these questions, this is the first year I have had props so I want to make sure I do everything right.  :(

[Aoi Memori]

Okay... Explain this to me about the batons? I have a prop that was made out of a baton (a Wind Waker) and it's REALLY crucial for the cosplay I have... Should I still take it or don't even bother with it? =/ Here's a picture of it...

http://i53.tinypic.com/2meaglj.jpg

[God91125]

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g263/God91125/242864_10150196634783139_617308138_7011990_4756897_o.jpg

So a little while ago I posted about how my prop shotgun could be peace bonded down so I can't load it or anything but otherwise took a picture of all my props to get a general idea if they're alright or not. Shotgun was going to hold, plastic katana on my side and the pills and pipebomb in my pocket. Though worried if that pipe bomb looks too realistic or anything will of course bring it into the station. But just wondering if I should change the colors around for the gun or anything.

[ninjagal6]

Hey!
So starting to think about my prop and here's my question.
I have a toy replica of a pirate like pistol (think children's Halloween costume prop). The trigger is removed, the insides are Ll removed and filled with glue (including the barel) and there is a 1 inch red/orange stripe on the tip. I also have a holster I made for it.
So 1) are my props acceptable?
2) should I adjust the holster to facilitate the pistol being peace bonded to them? (ps holster is actually attached to my pants)

[Aelia]

Okay... Explain this to me about the batons? I have a prop that was made out of a baton (a Wind Waker) and it's REALLY crucial for the cosplay I have... Should I still take it or don't even bother with it? =/ Here's a picture of it...
http://i53.tinypic.com/2meaglj.jpg

The intent of the rule is to prevent erm... wooden, heavyweight batons-- like a police baton-- rather than a conducting baton. You're fine.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g263/God91125/242864_10150196634783139_617308138_7011990_4756897_o.jpg

So a little while ago I posted about how my prop shotgun could be peace bonded down so I can't load it or anything but otherwise took a picture of all my props to get a general idea if they're alright or not. Shotgun was going to hold, plastic katana on my side and the pills and pipebomb in my pocket. Though worried if that pipe bomb looks too realistic or anything will of course bring it into the station. But just wondering if I should change the colors around for the gun or anything.

I don't think I can OK the pipe bomb, because we don't allow fake incendiary devices. The shotgun looks like a toy, so it should be ok. We'll review it for sure at the station.

Hey!
So starting to think about my prop and here's my question.
I have a toy replica of a pirate like pistol (think children's Halloween costume prop). The trigger is removed, the insides are Ll removed and filled with glue (including the barel) and there is a 1 inch red/orange stripe on the tip. I also have a holster I made for it.
So 1) are my props acceptable?
2) should I adjust the holster to facilitate the pistol being peace bonded to them? (ps holster is actually attached to my pants)

Truly fake looking toy guns will not require holsters, but will require the tips. This *sounds* alright, but I have to see it in person to give you a final verdict.

[Thaneofawesomedor]

I am Cosplaying as The Wonder Chef from Tales of Symphonia and part of the costume is a Giant Fork. I have gotten a fork that is made of aluminum and has no sharp edges. Is this an acceptable prop under the prop rules and limitations?

Link to the Rules and Limitations
http://forums.fanime.com/index.php/topic,14641.0.html