http://www.baltimoresun.com/entertainment/bthesite/bs-ae-brony-culture-20130730,0,4181814.story
Quote"My Little Pony" is no pop culture newcomer. It began as a television series in 1983 to help sell My Pretty Pony Hasbro toys to young girls. An animated film followed, along with several generations of the show. "My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic" is the latest — and the first to draw the attention of both girls and grown men. Launched in 2010 on cable's Hub Network, it is now the network's top series for girls ages 2-11, households and men ages 18-34, according to network publicist Dupe Bosu. The show centers on six magical ponies, who battle evil.
Donnie Weiss, an 18-year-old who lives in Rockville and plans to attend BronyCon this weekend, likes brony culture because it defies expectations.
"The whole idea of going against the social norm is kind of exciting for us," he said. "We found that by supporting each other and not letting anyone put us down for liking the show, it's kind of rallied us together."
Many bronies say their obsession centers on the show's cast of well-rounded, relatable characters. Weiss said he's most like Fluttershy, as they are "both kind of socially awkward but we both like to muster the courage to speak out when we need to." And Max Stahman, a first-year graduate student at the University of Maryland, is drawn to Rarity, a pony who is "somewhat snobbish and can rub people the wrong way, but ultimately has the best intentions and is a nice person."
That is all.
Normally, I am tolerant of subcultures that do not harm anyone.
But this sets my rage glands off, for reasons I do not understand.
I think it's the undercurrent of Michael Jackson that pervades the whole thing.
Fuck Burning Man, BronyCon is all the mindfuck culture shock experience I need!
Cainad,
Packing a horse head mask, unicorn horn, and fairy wings. FRIENDSHIP IS WITCHCRAFT, MOTHERFUCKERS!
Quote from: Doktor Howl on August 02, 2013, 08:13:23 PM
I think it's the undercurrent of Michael Jackson that pervades the whole thing.
Except Bronies seem to mostly hang out with each other, not with kids. They seem to get their kicks by sharing a weird fascination amongst other young adults (notice how the media always focuses on the male fans; no one cares if a young woman is interested in a girl's tv show).
Quote from: Cainad on August 02, 2013, 08:21:25 PM
Quote from: Doktor Howl on August 02, 2013, 08:13:23 PM
I think it's the undercurrent of Michael Jackson that pervades the whole thing.
Except Bronies seem to mostly hang out with each other, not with kids. They seem to get their kicks by sharing a weird fascination amongst other young adults (notice how the media always focuses on the male fans; no one cares if a young woman is interested in a girl's tv show).
I was just visualizing a bronycon, and I'll have to get back to you on this, because my mind is consumed by horror.
I wonder if there are any Juggalo Bronies?
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 08:24:49 PM
I wonder if there are any Juggalo Bronies?
I don't think so. That would be like cheating on ICP.
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 08:24:49 PM
I wonder if there are any Juggalo Bronies?
Maybe not, but sweet buttery Jesus I hope there are! :lulz:
I can't stop thinking about it. Juggabronies.
Magic The Gathering World Championship Series with more glitter, and rainbows.
I'm leaving this here:
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Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 08:29:58 PM
I can't stop thinking about it. Juggabronies.
If it doesn't exist yet, it may end up being your torch to bear.
Quote from: Cainad on August 02, 2013, 08:36:36 PM
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 08:29:58 PM
I can't stop thinking about it. Juggabronies.
If it doesn't exist yet, it may end up being your torch to bear.
I HAVE A DREAM...
Quote from: /b/earman on August 02, 2013, 08:33:26 PM
I'm leaving this here:
(http://images.sodahead.com/profiles/0/0/2/5/3/8/9/5/3/brony-my-little-pony-fat-86573561630.jpeg)
:lulz: Perfect.
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 08:24:49 PM
I wonder if there are any Juggalo Bronies?
I wish this to be a thing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hR_pzBTN-fY
Also, apparently there are juggalo furries. So anything is possible.
(http://i.imgur.com/G9Gn6.jpg)
Quote from: Cardinal Pizza Deliverance. on August 02, 2013, 08:57:05 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hR_pzBTN-fY
Also, apparently there are juggalo furries. So anything is possible.
(http://i.imgur.com/G9Gn6.jpg)
Did I not post about Cuddalos? :?
(http://th09.deviantart.net/fs70/200H/i/2011/005/6/5/hachet_wolf_by_lakota_oracle-d36i4t3.jpg)
Totally a thing.
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSSTxWerizVHFpqPlbAbUoSIttPERuYcLwQjFiSIYWp138OuPWXnA)
At least they're not furr...
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 10:40:40 PM
Totally a thing.
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSSTxWerizVHFpqPlbAbUoSIttPERuYcLwQjFiSIYWp138OuPWXnA)
There's no emote for this. I have no means of describing my reaction.
I feel like I'm spiraling.
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 10:40:40 PM
Totally a thing.
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSSTxWerizVHFpqPlbAbUoSIttPERuYcLwQjFiSIYWp138OuPWXnA)
If you posted about it, I missed it.
. . . Or I blocked it out due to traumatizingness.
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 08:24:49 PM
I wonder if there are any Juggalo Bronies?
Because you thought about it, now there MUST be.
That's the risk you run when you're a Dark Empress.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on August 02, 2013, 11:02:10 PM
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 08:24:49 PM
I wonder if there are any Juggalo Bronies?
Because you thought about it, now there MUST be.
That's the risk you run when you're a Dark Empress.
Oh, the burden of such power! :lol:
If the things I think come to pass, I just want to let all of you know that I'm terribly, terribly sorry about the existence of Juggalos who dress up like Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash for yiffing purposes.
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 02, 2013, 11:10:29 PM
If the things I think come to pass, I just want to let all of you know that I'm terribly, terribly sorry about the existence of Juggalos who dress up like Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash for yiffing purposes.
:enough:
Bronies are an easy target.
Especially ever since two of the reddit bronies abducted a little girl at some reddit meet. To be honest the amount of actual peophiles in their sub culture probably isn't much higher then say Anime fans or the like.
Quote from: Faust on August 03, 2013, 12:07:43 AM
Bronies are an easy target.
Especially ever since two of the reddit bronies abducted a little girl at some reddit meet. To be honest the amount of actual peophiles in their sub culture probably isn't much higher then say Anime fans or the like.
link?
bronies are an easy target because it's fully grown dudes who like GIRL STUFF.
I'm a fully grown woman that loves the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series, because Ahsoka Tano fucking RAWKS and anything that has a rendering of Ewan MacGregor gives me pance feels.
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Quote from: Pæs on August 03, 2013, 02:37:13 AM
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You cannot unknow this.
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 03, 2013, 03:38:05 AM
Quote from: Pæs on August 03, 2013, 02:37:13 AM
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You cannot unknow this.
Why?
Why?
Quote from: Faust on August 03, 2013, 12:07:43 AM
Bronies are an easy target.
Especially ever since two of the reddit bronies abducted a little girl at some reddit meet. To be honest the amount of actual peophiles in their sub culture probably isn't much higher then say Anime fans or the like.
I can't hold an entire subculture responsible for the actions of two people.
I mean, if that were the standard, you could shit all over everyone and you'd never get to stop.
My friend is there vending at the moment. She's apparently laughing her way all the way to the bank.
Quote from: Faust on August 03, 2013, 12:07:43 AM
Bronies are an easy target.
Especially ever since two of the reddit bronies abducted a little girl at some reddit meet. To be honest the amount of actual peophiles in their sub culture probably isn't much higher then say Anime fans or the like.
Anime fandom took a serious U-Turn in about 2007-2008. The age demographic dropped like a rock, and with it went the quality of conventions and what little respect the actual Japanese artists had for the western fans. Cosplay changed, and shows changed to appeal to the market, etc. I can't get myself into Ponies.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on August 03, 2013, 04:14:57 AM
Quote from: M. Nigel Salt on August 03, 2013, 03:38:05 AM
Quote from: Pæs on August 03, 2013, 02:37:13 AM
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You cannot unknow this.
Why?
Why?
:lulz: :lulz: :lulz:
Bumping for the lawls!
Anyone here seen the play/movie Equus?
I thought the title of this thread was "Bronycoin", which led to much rolling of the eyes.
Quote from: Pæs on August 03, 2013, 02:37:13 AM
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WELP, BETTER FIX THIS LINK.
Quote from: Doktor Howl on August 03, 2013, 04:16:02 AM
Quote from: Faust on August 03, 2013, 12:07:43 AM
Bronies are an easy target.
Especially ever since two of the reddit bronies abducted a little girl at some reddit meet. To be honest the amount of actual peophiles in their sub culture probably isn't much higher then say Anime fans or the like.
I can't hold an entire subculture responsible for the actions of two people.
I mean, if that were the standard, you could shit all over everyone and you'd never get to stop.
Various thoughts -
The age demographic of 18-34 males was probably intentionally targeted. And is more likely than not now actively being marketed to. Matel has money. Matel has sold you toys since you were a child. Matel will not stop trying to take your money just because you've reached a certain age. From that perspective several men are paying large amounts of cash for kids toys thinking it's somehow subversive. Which truly highlights the brilliance of the marketing.
The likelihood of Paedophile involvement I'd have to guess to be somewhat higher than average. I've got no proof for this beyond a hunch but it seems likely. I've not seen any solid numbers regarding paedophiles and Anime but there's large swathes of fucking creepy anime content and I'd have to assume some involvement.
Bronycoin is inevitable. If I knew how I'd make it just to make some easy cash.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdsL_yOj4SU
Quote from: whenhellfreezes on April 22, 2014, 06:23:43 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdsL_yOj4SU
I don't know how to feel about this.
Quote from: All-Father Nigel on April 26, 2014, 04:18:27 AM
Quote from: whenhellfreezes on April 22, 2014, 06:23:43 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdsL_yOj4SU
I don't know how to feel about this.
It's mostly a coincidence. Got caught in a blender outside the context of the forum.