Hey guys! I want to share my thoughts on the whole situation with Phoenix Comic Con. I apologize for being late with this. I had so much going on in real life. I'm so glad to finally be able to do this! Let's get to it!
Thank goodness that no one got hurt and that nothing major happened. I want to thank the police for catching the culprit before he could do anything and for protecting everyone, especially Jason David Frank (since he was the major target). I'm glad that he and everyone are safe and that they're not letting this ruin their weekend. I hope that the culprit not only goes away for a very long time, but also to get the help that he desperately needs.
Because of what happened, Phoenix Comic Con is banning all prop weapons for the rest of the weekend. Some people are outraged by this decision and others are fine with it. I can see both sides of the argument.
Cosplayers work very hard to make their props. It takes a lot of time, effort and skill to make them. In most cases, it's pretty expensive to make (depending on the materials). Those who are upset feel that everyone is getting penalized for what a single person did. They also feel that they worked very hard for nothing. As a cosplayer myself, I understand this and can see why some people are upset.
I also understand why PCC are doing this. They want to make sure that all the attendees and guests are safe and to prevent a tragedy. This ban isn't the end of the world. You can still bring your props to another convention or take photos with it outside the venue. We now live in a world where crazy shit happens unexpectedly. It's better to be safe than sorry. We all must be very careful when we're out. If you see something then please say something. You will not only save yourself, but you will save so many people!
Do I think that all prop weapons should be banned? No. I think that those made with certain materials should be allowed. Do I think it's wrong for Phoenix Comic Con to enforce this ban? Of course not! This ban is for everyone's safety and I respect their decision.
Feel free to post your thoughts!
Cosplay is Rated E for everyone!
It is a good idea if so-called props should be checked at every entrance by police/security guard each time the so-called props are taken into every comic con like some comic cons have been doing lately. I know it sound like a bit of a hassel to so many. But these day it has become a requirement for public safety now. With as crazy as a few of society's select few are wanting to take the law into their own hands.
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