I've seen at least one clip where the girl says, "Don't tickle me". She's ignored.
If you're talking about this clip:
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That's a pretty poor example.
(This is one of my faves BTW)
I think any normal person would expect the wheel of feathers to be a prop - and it is, since I never see it being used in the clips.
OK, if feathers don't = tickling then I'm way off the mark.
It's a good thing you're an advocate for their ignorance.
Thing is, whenever this topic comes up, the people in favor of it never actually answer the question of "why aren't you telling the truth?" - they just dodge the question by pointing out how the victim (they think) isn't being hurt or is having a good time. But, that's not what I asked. So again, if there's nothing wrong with it, why hide your intentions? I've yet to actually hear someone say "I hide my intentions because..."
I'll answer your question, Phineas (1/3 of the Freak Brothers).
There is a little something called the element of surprise.
Perhaps you've heard of it.
With all the activity going on at these Renfaires, it's hard to believe *every single woman* was caught off-guard, but for the sake of argument, we'll say they were.
It just wouldn't have the same effect if they were informed of their "fate" before they were put in the stocks. This mimics the historical bit they are parodying. (btw, never saw them use a Sonic Care. Just feathers, fingers, and brushes).
Just because someone isn't giving full disclosure doesn't mean they are "hiding behind their fetish" like some weirdo.
I think it would not only be
creepier to explain every detail first, but it would sap the fun out of it as well.
You might not like my explanation, but that's how it works for me, and it's worked well.
Say "Hi" to Fat Freddy and Freewheelin' Franklin for me.