Fanime Dance: Glowsticks?

kookiekween99 · March 27, 2011, 10:03:59 AM

I heard a rumor from one of my friends that glowsticks weren't going to be allowed this year because of the very tiny possibility they might break and spill. Is there any truth to this rumor? I know that selling glowsticks isn't allowed, which totally makes sense. But banning people from wearing glowsticks seems a bit extreme.

So might I get some clarification on this? I don't want to waste money buying glowsticks if I'm not going to get to use them.

HakureiSandwih · March 27, 2011, 11:17:07 AM

I have heard that last year some people deliberately broke glowsticks.

Which in return spilled on the floor. It is toxic and hard to clean up.

I have also heard that they are now not allowed on the dance floor. Which is sad because it really takes away the atmosphere, but I guess safety first..

kookiekween99 · March 27, 2011, 11:28:08 AM

So a couple of idiots did something stupid and now all other attendees have to suffer for it?

HakureiSandwih · March 27, 2011, 11:38:13 AM

Quote from: kookiekween99 on March 27, 2011, 11:28:08 AM
So a couple of idiots did something stupid and now all other attendees have to suffer for it?

If what I have said is true fact, then sadly, yes : /

It's a shame really..

TC X0 Lt 0X · March 27, 2011, 01:31:59 PM

Not that I have heard.
All I know is it is not okay to sell glowsticks.

Better wait for Ewu or someone with a more official answer though.

kookiekween99 · March 27, 2011, 03:33:54 PM

Quote from: TC_X0_Lt_0X on March 27, 2011, 01:31:59 PM
Not that I have heard.
All I know is it is not okay to sell glowsticks.

Better wait for Ewu or someone with a more official answer though.

Definitely waiting for ewu or eHash or someone similar. The friend I heard it from is in Panels, so I don't really trust him.

ewu · March 27, 2011, 05:14:10 PM

there are many reasons that glowsticks are not allowed. one of the biggest is that it gets on the carpet and we end up paying to replace it. aka less programming and higher reg prices.

kookiekween99 · March 27, 2011, 06:31:12 PM

Ah, well in that case, I won't bother bringing them. Kinda sucks, but I get it.

kookiekween99 · March 28, 2011, 06:04:42 PM

Sorry for the double post, but I just need something clarified. I was talking to Ebner today at school, and he was confused on which type of glowstick I was talking about. So I thought I'd ask for clarification here.

This is what I was talking about...

... and this is what he thought I was talking about at first.

So I realized that the same confusion might have happened here. Does the ban apply to both types of glowsticks or only the second kind?

ewu · March 28, 2011, 06:32:06 PM

In addition to our other reasons to prohibit them, they both contain the liquid that stains the carpets.

kookiekween99 · March 28, 2011, 07:01:30 PM

I see. Well, I'm still upset, but the internet is no place to vent my frustration. I know that won't fix anything and it'll just piss people off.

I am curious, though. What will happen if anyone does try to bring in glowsticks? Like if they're already wearing them?

Also, I had no idea it was that easy to break glowsticks.

ewu · March 28, 2011, 07:11:04 PM

I am uncertain about the rovers policy, but it is likely that you will either be asked to leave or to relinquish them before entering or staying at the event.

Runewitt · March 28, 2011, 08:08:40 PM

I have seen battery powered light sticks, which look the same as the 2nd type of glowsticks there, actually, have used a few of these at work before. would they be allowed if they were checked by rovers?

ewu · March 28, 2011, 08:14:49 PM

LEDs most likely OK, but selling them will not be permitted.

GoodAsianDriver · March 29, 2011, 01:32:32 PM

Quote from: Runewitt on March 28, 2011, 08:08:40 PM
I have seen battery powered light sticks, which look the same as the 2nd type of glowsticks there, actually, have used a few of these at work before. would they be allowed if they were checked by rovers?

I've seen these light sticks before. They're a little brighter, but I think they work just great. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a glowstick alternative.

darkknightcecil · March 29, 2011, 04:15:02 PM

Well some of thoe rover said they are not allowed, the big ones. but only the one that you can wear are allowed?

TC X0 Lt 0X · March 29, 2011, 09:21:34 PM

Quote from: GoodAsianDriver on March 29, 2011, 01:32:32 PM
Quote from: Runewitt on March 28, 2011, 08:08:40 PM
I have seen battery powered light sticks, which look the same as the 2nd type of glowsticks there, actually, have used a few of these at work before. would they be allowed if they were checked by rovers?

I've seen these light sticks before. They're a little brighter, but I think they work just great. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a glowstick alternative.

They are also reusable =P

eHash · April 18, 2011, 10:57:40 AM

My personal suggestion is to get battery based LED Glowsticks or Poi, however glowsticks will be allowed in the dance.
HOWEVER
If you break them by accident or intentionally, you will be ejected.

kookiekween99 · April 19, 2011, 02:21:30 AM

Quote from: eHash on April 18, 2011, 10:57:40 AM
My personal suggestion is to get battery based LED Glowsticks or Poi, however glowsticks will be allowed in the dance.
HOWEVER
If you break them by accident or intentionally, you will be ejected.

This makes me happy. :D

I already bought LED glowsticks, but I might still get some bracelets/necklaces.

Empathy · May 01, 2011, 04:41:00 PM

Didn't think this warranted its own thread so I'll bump here. is EL Wire okay?