An unusual scene this week caught attention during a convention in the United States. Some cosplayers began selling what appeared to be "fresh foot juice" taken directly from a cooler filled with red liquid, attracting dozens of curious onlookers during a side event separate from the main convention.
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The moment quickly went viral on social media due to the public's reaction. According to reports shared online, participants lined up to buy the drink, while the young women dipped their feet into the container in front of the cameras. The price reached $15 per cup.
The scene caught attention on social media
Videos of the situation circulated on platforms like X and TikTok, dividing opinions between humor, surprise, and criticism. Although the encounter occurred outside the convention's official schedule, the episode ended up being associated with cosplay culture and the alternative market created at otaku events.
Furthermore, many users commented on how the creativity for monetization within this universe seems limitless. Personalized products, exclusive photos, and different interactions are already common at conventions, but this idea took the topic to another level of virality.
Alternative market grows at conventions
Anime and geek culture events generate millions of dollars worldwide, especially in the United States and Japan. Cosplayers frequently use these events to sell merchandise, offer photoshoots, and create exclusive content directly to the public.
This time, however, the episode gained prominence precisely because of the absurdity of the proposal. Even so, the case reinforces how bizarre situations can achieve enormous reach on current social media. Meanwhile, continue following other curiosities from the geek and anime universe on AnimeNew.
Source: X (official Twitter account)