ncyphe
05-26-2007, 04:31 AM
So, I have this conversation alot, describeing the difference between the words ecchi and hentai. So I want to know how many onRPG anime fans watch ecchi, based on a scale.
note: here is the deffinition from reference.com
In English, the word is often used in the context of manga and anime. The term ecchi is applied to anime or manga that has vague sexual content (such as skimpy clothing, partial or full nudity), but does not show sexual intercourse. However, ecchi has historically often been used as a synonym of hentai, presumably due to confusion of the two; thus it can carry different connotations than allowed for by the original Japanese. In recent years, however, its use by English-speakers has largely realigned with the Japanese meaning — although H has become a completely separate term, inclusive of all of the above.
The ecchi art style is loosely comparable to pin-up girl artwork, as well provocative fantasy and comic book art in the United States and other countries. Typical features include:
* Clothing that outlines the shape of the breasts, nipples, and labia, suggesting tightness of clothing and arousal.
* Uniforms, costumes, or outfits that may be provocative, but are worn as everyday clothing by the character.
* Characters who are unaware of their sexuality, appear innocent or cheerful, or sly and mischievous.
* Clothing that is falling off or being pulled off, notably swimsuits.
* Upskirt panty shots and cleavage.
* Suggestive or phallic imagery, such as Japanese mayonnaise bottles.
* Exaggerated sexual attributes (such as large breasts), often on normal or petite figures to give a sense of contrast. Especially used in dōjinshi and fanart, where a character may appear more sexualized than normal.
* Cute or innocent character with obvious sexual appearance or clothing.
* The occasional bare breast(s) (with and without nipples), but no nudity below the navel or vaginal slit is included on female model.
Now remember, ecchi is not about sexual arrousment, even though it pokes fun at it and occassionally has nudity. (Example: Girls Bravo)
Note: One example that was not referenced was the teenage male who gets a bloody nose at the thought of seeing a girl naked.
edit: I did not completely read my reference, it's only half of the deffinition of ecchi. Ecchi is essentially poty humor, it provides comdic value now.
note: here is the deffinition from reference.com
In English, the word is often used in the context of manga and anime. The term ecchi is applied to anime or manga that has vague sexual content (such as skimpy clothing, partial or full nudity), but does not show sexual intercourse. However, ecchi has historically often been used as a synonym of hentai, presumably due to confusion of the two; thus it can carry different connotations than allowed for by the original Japanese. In recent years, however, its use by English-speakers has largely realigned with the Japanese meaning — although H has become a completely separate term, inclusive of all of the above.
The ecchi art style is loosely comparable to pin-up girl artwork, as well provocative fantasy and comic book art in the United States and other countries. Typical features include:
* Clothing that outlines the shape of the breasts, nipples, and labia, suggesting tightness of clothing and arousal.
* Uniforms, costumes, or outfits that may be provocative, but are worn as everyday clothing by the character.
* Characters who are unaware of their sexuality, appear innocent or cheerful, or sly and mischievous.
* Clothing that is falling off or being pulled off, notably swimsuits.
* Upskirt panty shots and cleavage.
* Suggestive or phallic imagery, such as Japanese mayonnaise bottles.
* Exaggerated sexual attributes (such as large breasts), often on normal or petite figures to give a sense of contrast. Especially used in dōjinshi and fanart, where a character may appear more sexualized than normal.
* Cute or innocent character with obvious sexual appearance or clothing.
* The occasional bare breast(s) (with and without nipples), but no nudity below the navel or vaginal slit is included on female model.
Now remember, ecchi is not about sexual arrousment, even though it pokes fun at it and occassionally has nudity. (Example: Girls Bravo)
Note: One example that was not referenced was the teenage male who gets a bloody nose at the thought of seeing a girl naked.
edit: I did not completely read my reference, it's only half of the deffinition of ecchi. Ecchi is essentially poty humor, it provides comdic value now.