Finally found a good representation of cosplay weapons rules and rules on prop items brought to a convention. Specifically in reference to our discussion about 3d printed items and their use at convention.
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Weapons Policy
This revision to the Weapons Policy for the FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention is in response to your continued support and contribution to making this the best show ever.
No functional weapons are allowed at the FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention. Simulated or costume weapons are allowed as a part of your costume, subject to prior approval by security and compliance with the following guidelines:
ALL costume weapons must be inspected at the Weapons Check area. Security will thoroughly inspect and mark weapons to ensure they are safe and inoperable.All costume weapons must conform to state and federal law.All weapons must be easily distinguishable from real weapons and constructed from safe, lightweight material. Approved materials for weapons are wood, plastic, foam, rubber, cardboard, paper, and thermoplastics (worbla, Sintra, etc.). Metal fashionings may accent the cosplay items but must not be used as the primary construction material.After each weapon has been checked, it will be tagged by security. Security will escort you to the Weapons Check area for inspection if weapons or props need to be properly tagged. Once your weapon(s) have been inspected, do not remove the tag for any reason.No ‘Live Steel’ Weapons are allowed on the show floor. ‘Live Steel’ refers to any bladed article, sharp or otherwise. For example, no swords, knives (of any kind), “Wolverine” claws, “Freddy Kruger” finger gloves, or other similar items are needed.All prop firearms must be incapable of firing projectiles and have an orange cap on the barrel. Projectiles or any ammunition are forbidden. BB guns, paintball guns, dart guns, blowguns, and water guns and their accompanying ammunition will NOT be permitted. Airsoft guns must be rendered completely inoperable before entering the event. Nerf guns are allowed, but ammunition of any kind (foam or otherwise) is prohibited. Nerf guns must pass a weapons check and will have triggers zip-tied to prevent guns from firing.Real firearms, regardless of any degree of disassembling, are forbidden.Small, lightweight metal objects like Sonic Screwdrivers, Lightsaber handles, umbrellas, Captain America shields, and wooden wands, a.k.a. “Harry Potter wands,” are allowed but must not be used as functional weapons. These items will all be subject to a weapons check.Shields will be permitted regardless of construction material.Arrows and bolts for bows and crossbows must be fashioned out of approved materials (not metal), and the tips for these items must not be metal or sharpened.Costume swords/daggers made from approved materials are allowed but may not have sharp edges. Wooden swords are allowed but must be tied to your costume so they cannot be drawn or unsheathed. Security will zip-tie swords to their sheaths to ensure they cannot be drawn. If you wish to draw your sword to pose for a picture, it must be made of approved materials. Metal blades are not allowed, whether they are sheathed or not.No wooden or aluminum/metal bats are permitted. This includes baseball bats, cricket bats, clubs, paddles, golf clubs, and similar objects. Bats made from approved materials are allowed.Saws, brass knuckles, nun-chucks, or other weapons may not be crafted from metal. These items must be used in a display function and not for engagement.Staffs, staves, Escrima Sticks, bo-staffs, canes, or other weapons must be constructed from the approved list, not metal.Bullwhips, lassos, ropes, and similar items must be coiled and secured to the Cosplayer.Incendiary, spark-creating, or other flammable weapons are PROHIBITED. Likewise, any items classified as an ECD (taser, stun guns, etc) are PROHIBITED.Metal Barbed-wire will not be permitted.Please don't show your weapons or props threatening or menacingly. (For instance, posing for a picture is okay, but cosplayers should not brandish weapons while walking the event floor.)Please keep prop weapons in convention areas. If you leave the premises or go out into public for any reason, please put away any prop weaponry immediately.All prop/costume weapons purchased at the convention must be approved by the FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention Safety Team for carrying during the convention. These items must also adhere to the weapons policy.Bags and backpacks are allowed but are subject to a bag check at the discretion of Salt Lake Comic Con staff and security.
If you want to avoid having your costume weapons inspected and tagged or are unwilling to comply with these policies, please leave them at home. Failure to willingly comply with FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention’s official cosplay rules and weapons policy may result in ejection from the convention (without a refund) and potential legal action, if necessary. ***All rules and regulations are subject to change. ***
FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention reserves the right to inspect all costumes and weapons individually to ensure that the event remains completely safe and family-friendly. Those who violate these rules assume all responsibility in the event of injury.
PROPS/WEAPONS THAT, UPON INSPECTION, DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE STANDARDS MUST IMMEDIATELY BE REMOVED FROM SALT PALACE PROPERTY OR THROWN AWAY.
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