To ensure smooth pedestrian flow throughout TaiNEX 2, protect the privacy of creators and participants, and provide a safe and enjoyable event environment for all attendees, the following regulations have been established.
All Cosplayers, photographers, livestreamers, content creators, media representatives, and journalists entering the event venue shall be deemed to have read, understood, and agreed to comply with these Regulations.

I. Admission & Preparation Area Regulations

• To accommodate exhibitors and creators during booth setup, (including Cosplay booths) may enter the venue daily from 08:30 for preparation and booth setup.
• All Cosplayers, photographers, livestreamers, and members of the press shall also comply with the General Admission Regulations.
• Participants are solely responsible for safeguarding their personal belongings. Before leaving the changing room, please ensure that all personal items have been collected.
• Personal belongings, luggage, and props must not be placed near safety facilities or public access areas, including but not limited to aisles, restrooms, emergency exits, stairways, entrances, fire extinguishers, fire alarms, and emergency equipment. Any unattended items found in such locations may be verbally addressed by Event Staff or, if left unattended, relocated to the service desk for safekeeping.

II. Costume & Prop Regulations

The Organizer respects each Cosplayer’s effort to faithfully portray their chosen character. However, as the venue is a public space, all participants must comply with the following requirements to protect themselves and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

• Exposure Requirements
  • Upper-body exposure for female costumes must not exceed one-third (1/3) of the chest area.
  • The exposure of intimate body parts, including but not limited to nipples, genital areas, and the gluteal cleft, is strictly prohibited.
• Costume Safety Measures
  • Costumes with revealing designs, swimwear, or outfits with extensive skin exposure must include appropriate protective measures, including:
  • Non-skin-tone undergarments (to avoid visual misunderstanding);
  • Safety shorts;
  • Protective tape designed for thong-style costumes;
  • Fashion tape or similar fastening methods to prevent accidental exposure.
• Prohibited “Tape-Only” Costumes
  • Costumes consisting solely of transparent tape, opaque tape, nipple covers, or other coverings without actual clothing are prohibited.
  • Sheer or transparent materials through which intimate body parts remain visibly identifiable shall likewise be regarded as insufficient clothing.
• Moving Around the Venue
  • Cosplayers wearing highly revealing costumes should wear a jacket, robe, or other cover-up while walking through public areas, shopping at booths, eating, resting, or engaging in other non-photography activities to maintain personal safety and public etiquette.
• Prohibited Uniforms
  • Wearing authentic uniforms of active-duty military personnel, police officers, firefighters, military police, or other official Republic of China (Taiwan) government agencies is strictly prohibited.
  • Costumes that violate public decency, cause public alarm, or may constitute a criminal offense (including impersonation of public officials) may result in immediate denial of entry or removal from the venue. The Organizer may also notify the police when appropriate.
• Firearm Props
  • Replica firearms equipped with safety mechanisms shall remain on safe mode at all times.
  • Magazines must remain empty.
  • The muzzle shall always be pointed downward.
  • Fingers must never be placed on the trigger.
  • Ammunition, batteries, compressed gas, CO₂ cartridges, fuel canisters, or any item capable of enabling projectile discharge are strictly prohibited.
• Large Props & Bladed Weapons
  • Real knives, swords, or other regulated weapons with sharpened edges are strictly prohibited.
  • Props exceeding 1 meter in length or possessing sharp components shall not be carried while walking inside the venue. Such props must remain disassembled and stored in carrying bags during transportation and may only be assembled at designated locations.
• Venue Cleanliness
  • Costumes utilizing wet paint, uncured coatings, liquid effects, fake blood, or any materials capable of staining the venue are prohibited.
• Wig Trimming
  • Participants are encouraged to trim wigs before arriving at the venue.
  • If trimming is necessary on-site, all hair clippings must be completely cleaned up by the participant.

III. Venue Usage & Changing Room Etiquette

• Please utilize the designated changing rooms provided by the Organizer. Participants should refrain from occupying nearby public restrooms, MRT stations, or neighboring businesses for costume changes. Personal changing tents are not permitted inside the venue.
• Hair sprays, coloring sprays, styling sprays, and similar products should be used with caution to avoid affecting other participants or contaminating the venue.
• Participants shall remain within designated event areas and shall not enter restricted staff-only areas.
• Damage, graffiti, defacement, or misuse of venue facilities, event property, or changing room facilities is strictly prohibited. Any participant responsible for such damage shall bear all restoration and cleaning costs.
• Participants who intentionally damage venue property, seriously disrupt event operations, or refuse to cooperate with Event Staff may have their admission revoked immediately, be required to leave the venue, and, where necessary, the Organizer may request assistance from venue security or the police and pursue all available legal remedies.

IV. Photography, Livestreaming & Community Interaction

• The Organizer provides a designated Cosplayer Photography Area.
• Long-duration photography sessions, repeated posed photography, individual photo shoots, or photography likely to attract crowds shall be conducted exclusively within the designated photography area.
• Photography is strictly prohibited from occupying main aisles, emergency access routes, or directly in front of exhibitor booths.
• Casual commemorative photos, brief interactions, or group photos are welcomed. Participants should voluntarily move to the sides of the aisles and follow the principle of “Take your photo and move on” to avoid obstructing pedestrian traffic.
• Freestanding tripods, lighting stands, light poles, or any ground-mounted photography equipment are prohibited throughout the venue to reduce tripping hazards.
• Handheld lighting equipment is permitted. Assistants may carry portable lighting or reflectors, provided they remain aware of surrounding attendees at all times.

V. Privacy & Community Etiquette

• Prior consent must be obtained before photographing, filming, or livestreaming any individual.
• Unauthorized photography, covert photography, forced photography, harassment, or similar conduct is strictly prohibited. The Organizer will preserve relevant evidence and may request assistance from venue security and the police.
• When conducting photography sessions, participants should carefully adjust camera angles to avoid capturing other Cosplayers or attendees who are changing costumes, resting, eating, or otherwise not participating.
• If photographs prominently feature another identifiable individual, or if the individual requests not to appear publicly, appropriate image blurring or other privacy protection measures shall be applied before publication.
• Photographers and creators are encouraged to include the Organizer’s official hashtag (such as #AuroraComicFestival) and the event date when publishing photographs on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X, and similar services.

VI. Independent Media, Commercial Media & Press Coverage

• General Photography：
  
  • Non-commercial personal photography and self-media documentation do not require prior registration.
  • Such activities are permitted provided all venue, equipment, and photography regulations are observed.
  • Close-up photography of exhibitor booths, displayed merchandise, or products is strictly prohibited without the prior consent of the respective Group or creator.
• Commercial & News Media：
  Television stations, commercial media organizations, online media, self-media conducting professional coverage, news agencies, and official partner organizations intending to conduct interviews, filming, or news coverage must obtain a Media Pass from the Organizer before engaging in media activities.
• Media Identification：
  All approved media personnel must wear the official Media Pass issued by the Organizer prominently on the front of their clothing throughout the event for identification purposes.
• Intellectual Property Protection：
  
  • When filming general panoramic views of the exhibition hall, media personnel should avoid prolonged focus on any individual booth.
  • Prior consent from the booth representative must be obtained before conducting close-up photography, filming merchandise, recording detailed booth content, or conducting interviews with a specific exhibitor.

Disclaimer
If any matters are not specified in these regulations, the Organizer reserves the right of interpretation, supplementation, and final determination regarding these event regulations.
In the event of circumstances involving public safety, government authorities, venue management requirements, or other special situations, the Organizer may adjust relevant management measures according to actual needs.
Any such adjustments will be announced through the official website and social media platforms.
In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between the Chinese version and any translated versions of these regulations, the Chinese version shall prevail. All interpretations and decisions shall be based on the Chinese version.