A-kon article
http://www.a-kon.com/moxie/news/new-rule-on-signs.shtml
Cosplay.com forum
http://forums.cosplay.com/showthread.php?p=1025459#post1025459
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aka. Washu! ^O^
(some seem dangerously akin to prostitution, and could result in jailing of an offender, or worse).
!! Texas, sigh...
Aiya....I didn't expect that to be so large like that.
-As a (sort of) pioneer of...signage (the Glomp me Tonberry), I feel a little bad that it grew out of hand.
This is the first time I've been to the Akon site. It's rather well done and there are tons to read. I like it alot. Kinda wish the fanime.com site was like that. It's like they're site was made by fans for fans.
Im alright with it I guess moreso because they never offer anything I want with those signs. Hell yeah Id pay good money if the service was worth it. You know? Entertain me with something funny like rolling yourself down the stairs or if there was an actual pretty girl with a sign. Most self respecting people leave the signs at home although Im dangerously attracted to Bartboys signs because well 1. one has a osaka and 2. it keeps me on time for my hentai marathon.
Mm figured. I mean I remember seeing the "generic hentai Character" sign and that really bugged me.
The first time I saw anyone carrying a sign, I thought it was pretty amusing. Though I ignored their plea for glomps.
The next year, I saw many signs. I was mostly amused.
The year after that? Attack of the Signs. Revenge of the Signs. Signs Strike Back. You get what I'm saying. I wouldn't say it pissed me off, but it could be mildly aggravating, but mostly, it just wasn't amusing anymore. When you've got twenty people all carrying signs for the exact same thing, what's the point? It's not like I'm trying to say it became 'trendy' and thus bad... It's just... old.
No signs? THANK GOD! I was getting annoyed by them!
Anime Vegas Con is planning to do the same thing. We may be more strict on it since this is a money hungry town.
I agree, I think the sign thing is getting out of hand. Its gotten to the point where its no longer amusing or even cute.
The breaking point for me was when people started using binder paper (lined) and ball point pens to make signs. :? And all the people wearing street clothes (not cosplaying) begging for glomps, hugs, etc seemed a little pervy. It was like a big Fanime meat market. *heh*
Now some signs are cool, especially the ones that people take the time to make right. Like Bartboy's signs, they are part of his character and are cool and original as well! 8)
Banning all signs may be a bit harsh though. Maybe only allowing signs that are part of a cosplay would work. (like the wanted posters the one cosplayer had).
On the Cosplay forum thread, someone mentioned buttons or such, which I think is a cool idea. I mean you could make a t-shirt with a Sharpie or some fabric paint. At least then they gave it some thought.
I could see why they did so. But still...kinda overkill. I think MisakiFan41 *COUGH* Bartboy *COUGH* would be depressed if it got banned @ fanime lol
They should just set up a Glomp orgy room in an out of the way location at the convention. That should clear up a good number of sign holders. :wink:
It would be 98% dudes. :?
watch...people will find other ways.....
you cant stop them from making their own "will yaoi for money" t-shirts.
*Walks up carrying a soapbox, sets it down, steps up, clears his throat, etc etc etc....*
The way I see it... The sign thing is getting old, because there seems to be a lack of originality.
Bartboy had a great idea. That was genius. *Golf clap*
I admit, my sign was a almost a little cliche and blah. But it worked well with my under-appreciated theme. I also think I had the first sign at the con, seeing as how I started it in the Thursday Pre-Reg line when I was on a really bad Bawls/Red Bull/Coffee Caffiene high...
There were a few funny and good signs. Like the cloaked and hooded guys walking around with the signs looking for Cloud and a few other Squaresoft characters... (Wish I got a picture of that)
There were also a few that were a little unnecessary, like Lady KimaLucifer mentioned, the "Generic Hentai Character" That was a little... Umm... Uncalled for.
I can only see T-shirts being this new era... With last years ever popular, "Glomp Me" shirt, and its counterpoint "Glomp Me and Die."
Overall I think originality is key. Without that, it is a little stale... and rather sad. I can only hope that someone makes the next great sign. It probably won't be me... My new idea is a little... Umm... Different.
well That is my opinion. I will now cease the talking.
*Gets down from his soapbox*
I liked the sign with the lady dressed up in Ren-faire garb last year saying "prithee, what is this anime you speak of?" now THAT kinda signage is good :)
next big fad i can just see it now..... cosplay as a sign!!!!
Quote from: "~~Loktera~~"*Walks up carrying a soapbox, sets it down, steps up, clears his throat, etc etc etc....*
The way I see it... The sign thing is getting old, because there seems to be a lack of originality.
Bartboy had a great idea. That was genius. *Golf clap*
I admit, my sign was a almost a little cliche and blah. But it worked well with my under-appreciated theme. I also think I had the first sign at the con, seeing as how I started it in the Thursday Pre-Reg line when I was on a really bad Bawls/Red Bull/Coffee Caffiene high...
There were a few funny and good signs. Like the cloaked and hooded guys walking around with the signs looking for Cloud and a few other Squaresoft characters... (Wish I got a picture of that)
There were also a few that were a little unnecessary, like Lady KimaLucifer mentioned, the "Generic Hentai Character" That was a little... Umm... Uncalled for.
I can only see T-shirts being this new era... With last years ever popular, "Glomp Me" shirt, and its counterpoint "Glomp Me and Die."
Overall I think originality is key. Without that, it is a little stale... and rather sad. I can only hope that someone makes the next great sign. It probably won't be me... My new idea is a little... Umm... Different.
well That is my opinion. I will now cease the talking.
*Gets down from his soapbox*
Um, I glomped you last year... and then you ran away from me. In fear, it seemed.
Quote from: "flammable_kitty"I liked the sign with the lady dressed up in Ren-faire garb last year saying "prithee, what is this anime you speak of?" now THAT kinda signage is good :)
Yes. That one was good.
Quote from: "FiliKlepto"Um, I glomped you last year... and then you ran away from me. In fear, it seemed.
Hmm... You know... There probably was a reason for me running away. Chances are, it might have been fear. Either that, or something shiny caught my eye. Shiny stuff distracts me...
But if you send me a pic, that might jog my memory and I can give you definite answer. My memory seems to rather ummm... fuzzy... Comes from chasing shiny things...
Jumps up and down and points "NEKO!"
I agree. If the signs are original or part of a costume good. But if the sign makes the costume "hentai girl" or are just another Will___ for___ Enough. They are no longer funny they're ANNOYING. Just like your costume take Pride in your work. :P
My. Seems I'm notorious...
Me and my friend started the first "Will _ for _" sign last year, at least by my knowledge. After that... damn, we saw fifty other signs pop up. :shock:
And for the record, I did bring actual paper and many colored markers should we ever need the sign, (We actually used that sheet on the "Looking for Kaiba" one. [That was the only two we did! :oops: ]) so it wasn't quite a half-assed thing.
But I'll hold back on the signs this year, eh?
A friend of mine went to A-Kon last year, and from what he said, the sign situation was out of control beyond anything we have here. I swear though, anime conventions keep reminding me of pro-wrestling events, what with how people wave signs around and whole crowds will take up chanting things.
In other news:
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(The only sign I made up was the one in the last panel... ^^;;; )
I love signs.
Don't screw it up.
I couldnt believe your sign actually worked craig. Props.
Quote from: "YoureMyHiro"I couldnt believe your sign actually worked craig. Props.
I couldn't believe mine did either... 8)
Actually the signs where under control this year for the most part. Not as many as last year IMO.
craige's(onicoursemusha) sign made him quite some cash.I'm very jealous of you. :p
My costume needed a sign to work.People who took my picture even said it(sign saying "generic tentacle victim") added to the cosplay.
QuoteActually the signs where under control this year for the most part. Not as many as last year IMO.
Indeed.not as many notepaper made signs used by people in regular clothes as there was last year.[/quote]
I didn't see that many signs at Fanime either. Given all the thousands of people around the convention center. Maybe there were a few over-zelous signs on hand, but this isn't a huge matter. I really have to wonder about Akon and their sudden poilicy. The wording in their official statement really makes me question the rowdy aspect of some fans that attend other cons that they felt forced to go this route. I am thankful that Fanime hasn't seen such needed actions.
Quote from: "Mach5Motorsport"I really have to wonder about Akon and their sudden policy.
Maybe they got a call from the IRS? I didn't mind the signs at Fanime this year either, but I think they brought up a good point that exchange of money for various physical services is probably bad (I see their point that glomping for money might border on prostitution). Maybe there should be a proactive recommendation that signs should not involve the exchange of money (unless they've paid a booth fee and are a sanctioned seller) or something just so that more drastic measures don't need to be taken in the future? Just a thought.
I personally would adore it if soliciting signs were banned. I have no prob with "RIDE THE BART" (as a matter of fact, Bart Boy's signs make the con a happier place!), but I just don't think it's really appropriate to have signs that say "Will Yaoi for Pocky" or the like. It's just too much like prostitution.
To call something "solicitation" would have to be significantly more than a hand drawn sign at an anime con. To "glomp" cannot be seriously thought of as prostitution either. The whole yaoi thing is just been beaten to the ground, with most of these people not really using the term correctly. It's now just the hot catch-phrase. :(
If these questionable sign makers are guilty of anything it is sophomoric thinking.
I think sign "What would u do for Pocky?" is awesome!
And my sign is called donation for me playing DDR.
Quote from: "OniCourseMusha"I think sign "What would u do for Pocky?" is awesome!
And my sign is called donation for me playing DDR.
Don't forget to pay me my taxes :lol: , I'm joking, I can't believe that sign worked.
Some signs were very, very funny. Some were just obnoxious.
Maybe we need a fanime good taste patrol...
On second thought, no. They'd never let me in. ^^;
I asked this question on the fanime thread on somethingawfuldotcom:
I kinda wonder if anybody else seen these signs at f-anime? I took pictures but since it was from my cel phone it looked like shite.
sign 1: "I need a pity fuck!"
sign 2: "Naruto sucks and so do you."
sign 3: "Want your screen name or phone number, don't care if you are straight or gay."
sign 4: "We want your pennies!"
sign 5: "That hot chick you like... THAT'S A GUY!!"
sign 6: "Wearing a headband with a metal plate does not make you ninja!"
sign 7: "We learned early that ninjas with bright clothing DIED!!!"
I didn't want to ask what the story was with sign 1 and 3. At least Sign 1 got to the point (and failed?).
Saw sign #2 and #4 pretty often...never took a pic of #2 but the #4 sign...the user should see this post. ;)
Regarding sign #2... Did that guy have a death wish or what?
Quote from: "lyricaldanichan"
sign 2: "Naruto sucks and so do you."
The one I saw with this read on the other side something like "DragonBall ended 10 years ago. Get over it!"
Quote from: "lyricaldanichan"I asked this question on the fanime thread on somethingawfuldotcom:
I kinda wonder if anybody else seen these signs at f-anime? I took pictures but since it was from my cel phone it looked like shite.
sign 1: "I need a pity fuck!"
sign 2: "Naruto sucks and so do you."
sign 3: "Want your screen name or phone number, don't care if you are straight or gay."
sign 4: "We want your pennies!"
sign 5: "That hot chick you like... THAT'S A GUY!!"
sign 6: "Wearing a headband with a metal plate does not make you ninja!"
sign 7: "We learned early that ninjas with bright clothing DIED!!!"
I didn't want to ask what the story was with sign 1 and 3. At least Sign 1 got to the point (and failed?).
Whoa, holy crap, those last three were mine, I think. Made those up on on Sunday/Monday, and wrote them on my white board which I prepared expressly for signage purposes. Thankfully, I strayed from the whole "Will ___ for ____" crap and went straight to spreading the TRUTH... :D
Quote from: "EdOfNoName"Quote from: "lyricaldanichan"
sign 2: "Naruto sucks and so do you."
The one I saw with this read on the other side something like "DragonBall ended 10 years ago. Get over it!"
Oh! Him!
I've seen that guy couple times during Fanime. I agreed to him very.
Quote from: "PogiChoie"Quote from: "lyricaldanichan"I asked this question on the fanime thread on somethingawfuldotcom:
I kinda wonder if anybody else seen these signs at f-anime? I took pictures but since it was from my cel phone it looked like shite.
sign 1: "I need a pity fuck!"
sign 2: "Naruto sucks and so do you."
sign 3: "Want your screen name or phone number, don't care if you are straight or gay."
sign 4: "We want your pennies!"
sign 5: "That hot chick you like... THAT'S A GUY!!"
sign 6: "Wearing a headband with a metal plate does not make you ninja!"
sign 7: "We learned early that ninjas with bright clothing DIED!!!"
I didn't want to ask what the story was with sign 1 and 3. At least Sign 1 got to the point (and failed?).
Whoa, holy crap, those last three were mine, I think. Made those up on on Sunday/Monday, and wrote them on my white board which I prepared expressly for signage purposes. Thankfully, I strayed from the whole "Will ___ for ____" crap and went straight to spreading the TRUTH... :D
majors kudos to your signs.I like the metal head band one so much i handed a lollipop to you.
Thought it would be LOL to make a blank template of the catboy sign dood and make a new sign for him. Instant interweb supastar! :O
Like this:
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Yeah I am going to hell :roll: