Your stance on wearing masks?

[Croconaw]

What is your stance on wearing masks? Do you agree with the mask mandates? I’ve posted a poll and feel free to discuss. Please try not to argue in the comments.

Also, just because I’m curious... Do you have your character in New Horizons wear a mask around the island? It seems this has become a normal thing as I’ve seen it a bunch on Facebook posts in Animal Crossing groups. I do think wearing them in a video game is a bit ridiculous and definitely wouldn’t do it.

 

[Midoriya]

I wear it whenever I know I’m going to be going out and around other people. I’m extra cautious, especially since not too long ago my state was leading the US in cases. Better to be safe than sorry.

As far as wearing it in game, no.

 

[Jam86]

i rarely go out but when i do, i always wear a mask, which actually has an ACNH pattern on it

my ac character doesn't though since i don't see the point in making game characters wear them tbh

 

[sleepydreepy]

Whenever I go out which is not often, I wear a mask the entire time until I get in my car. I currently live with my mom who has a medical condition that has caused her to have a weak immune system, so my family takes masks very seriously.

 

[DVD]

I haven't seen anyone who can't wear a mask because of any medical condition (though there probably are people like that, but people with respiratory problems definitely should not go outside and should have people assigned to do the shopping for them and stuff, just in case for their safety), but yeah, I think it's just terribly irresponsible to go out without a mask.

I wear a mask whenever I go out, even if I'm alone, just in case; I've become extremely neurotic with all the pandemic stuff and I just can't leave the house without a mask. It's hard for me to leave the house as a concept, because I get anxious as heck whenever I see whatever amount of people, but yeah

 

[Croconaw]

I haven't seen anyone who can't wear a mask because of any medical condition (though there probably are people like that, but people with respiratory problems definitely should not go outside and should have people assigned to do the shopping for them and stuff, just in case for their safety), but yeah, I think it's just terribly irresponsible to go out without a mask.

I wear a mask whenever I go out, even if I'm alone, just in case; I've become extremely neurotic with all the pandemic stuff and I just can't leave the house without a mask. It's hard for me to leave the house as a concept, because I get anxious as heck whenever I see whatever amount of people, but yeah

My mom actually has a medical condition which recommends her not to wear a mask. She has a paper from a doctor stating that it’s highly recommended for her not to wear one, but it doesn’t say it prevents her. She uses the paper for her job where she is a cashier, and some customers typically do avoid her register or they ask her why she isn’t wearing one. However, if she’s doing a quick shopping trip, she will wear a mask for the short time she’s in the store to not draw attention to herself. Besides, I don’t think very many businesses accept those letters and just recommend someone else to do the shopping if the person cannot wear a mask.

 

[Seastar]

I always wear one if I ever actually leave my house.
But in a game? Nah.

 

[PoppyPumpkin]

I think it's kind of ridiculous that some people force you to wear masks when visiting their Island. That might be taking it a little to far, imo. As far as real life goes though, I always wear my mask when I go out. I would rather know I'm doing my part to help keep immune compromised people safe, than not wear it .

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I haven't seen anyone who can't wear a mask because of any medical condition (though there probably are people like that, but people with respiratory problems definitely should not go outside and should have people assigned to do the shopping for them and stuff, just in case for their safety), but yeah, I think it's just terribly irresponsible to go out without a mask.

I wear a mask whenever I go out, even if I'm alone, just in case; I've become extremely neurotic with all the pandemic stuff and I just can't leave the house without a mask. It's hard for me to leave the house as a concept, because I get anxious as heck whenever I see whatever amount of people, but yeah

My mom can't wear a mask either. Luckily, I can go in and do shopping for her. She's immune compromised, claustrophobic and has slight respiratory issues. She can't really go into stores simply because of the immune compromised health reasons, and doesn't feel safe going in without wearing a mask - which she really can't wear. So I do all the shopping for her.

sadly there are a lot of people like her who can't afford insta cart shoppers or have people like me. And I think the loud-mouthed 'it's my right to not wear a mask' people make them look bad, so people take them less seriously q.q

 

[Rika092]

Yes - in fact I think I was one of the early adopters & started wearing face masks before most people converted because I take the public transit to commute every day (the trains are jampacked during rush hours) . When my state was at its worst days, I used to wear two layers of masks whenever I have to leave the house and around people. I think it's a protection for both myself as well as for other people. For those who TRULY have a medical conditions that prevent them from wearing face masks though, a face shield/guard is alternative effective approach.

In game wise, absolutely not lol I think it's entertaining to see people wearing face masks in game for un, but unless the virus starts to transmit via "digital contacts" too, face mask serves no functional purpose and doesn't happen to be my preferred accessory in acnh.

 

[Soigne]

absolutely. i wear two double-layered masks whenever i leave my house. i don't take my masks off until i get into the safety of my car. i wear masks when i'm pumping gas. i wear masks when i'm walking outside and may pass other people. i judge the absolute hell out of every right wing conspiracy theorist who refuses to wear masks.

 

[Halloqueen]

Unless someone has a genuine medical condition which somehow impedes their ability to wear a mask for legitimate medical reasons, everyone should wear a mask when around other people. Bemoaning your lack of personal autonomy and complaining about how your freedoms are being infringed because people are asking you to wear a mask just showcases a lack of empathy and a disregard for the well-being of not only everyone around you, but everyone the people around you will go on to interact with as well. Part of the point of the mask is, if you're infected (knowing or unknowing, symptomatic or asymptomatic), the mask will hold back your respiratory droplets so that the virus is less likely to spread to others. Plus, COVID-19 can potentially cause long-term health impacts, such as with the heart, and it's not something you should risk. As for complaints about comfort, get a better fitting mask. Regardless, I guarantee that whatever discomfort you feel is still much more preferable than potentially being intubated in a hospital bed or feeling the anguish of having a friend or loved one in that position and possibly losing them.


As for New Horizons, I couldn't care less. I sometimes wear one but usually don't since the pandemic isn't a thing in the video game. I have no expectations one way or the other regarding visitors. It's not a matter that ever comes up. I can understand if some people want to mandate it in their own games to spread awareness of the importance of wearing them in real life, but being heavy-handed about it would probably just further turn away anyone who was already unsympathetic to the cause. In the end though, it seems like making a big deal about it in the cute animal game would be making a mountain out of a molehill. I've never seen anyone make this an issue though.

 

[Shawna]

I only wear a mask if it is required in the building and/or when I am told to...my grandmother is a very serious pro-masker. My grandfather and my father actually contracted the virus back in July, so I think that is the reason my grandmother takes facemasks very seriously, even if the building doesn't say that they are required.

While I have gotten more used to wearing masks and it is not as hard for me to breathe as it was in the first 5-6 months of this pandemic, it is still very uncomfortable and distracting for me. I have to keep adjusting it, and it is especially uncomfortable if I have to burp while wearing a mask. I am one of those people who has a hard time concentrating when something is bugging me. This usually applies to sound (especially loud) going on, or when I am wearing something uncomfortable and/or have to keep adjusting. And facemasks do fall under the latter.

Personally, I do NOT agree with the mandates. If people feel safer when wearing one...or two, that is their opinion/belief, and I am not going to hold that against them. But I do not think they should be REQUIRED or FORCED.

It really bothers me when people get angry about people who believe they should be optional, and even for just complaining about facemasks mandates in general. While complaining about the mandates is not going to make them go away, they have every gosh-giving right to complain and I do agree with what these, "anti-maskers", as we are so-called, have to say.

I can understand that these people just want everyone to do their part in slowing/stopping the spread. Believe me, I want this to end as much as the next girl, but there are more effective ways in doing so: For example, watching your hands, keeping things disinfected, taking vitamins or other immune supplements, and limiting when and were you go out.

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As for the game, no. I want my character to represent me, and a facemask does not do that. Unless the pandemic somehow spreads to the Animal Crossing world and Isabelle it like "Aight guys, unfortunately Earth's pandemic has spread to us. Tom Nook is providing free facemasks for all of our residents. It is required that you where them", I just find it pointless. pp

 

[Antonio]

I wear a mask because it's easier to hide the pain that way

 

[LadyDestani]

Yes, I wear my mask anytime I'm going out and I know I'm going to be around other people. I don't always wear it when I'm just walking my dog, but that's outdoors and if I see someone approaching, I move to the other side of the street to provide more than enough distance. I have no problem wearing a mask for the safety of myself and others.

I understand that there are people who cannot wear masks for certain reasons, but I don't understand why it had to become politicized. To me, it's not about politics or personal freedoms at all. It's just a simple safety requirement.

 

[Velo]

In game I wear a mask sometimes because they are cute and I like they way the look!
I also giggle a bit when visitors come to my island with a mask on. Just makes me think they are reflecting our real life circumstances and it makes me sort of laugh at life. Honestly they're probably just chilling and wearing whatever they want on their character like I do too, but sometimes ya gotta just giggle at something simple.

I don't go out a whole ton but of course I wear a mask! My biggest problem is I forget to slap one on when I answer the door for food and stuff. I mean technically they are supposed to be contactless, but some places around here won't do that just because there has been soooo much fraud. Like people will get their food but they'll say it was never left at the door and demand a refund. People suck. Also, our grocery delivery requires us to actually like meet a human.

I work in a small office and we don't wear masks. Anyone can if they want, but nobody does. We all sit over 6' apart so I suppose everybody is comfortable with that. I'm even further away from everbody.
I still got covid in November, hard to pinpoint from where because the whole state flared up so bad that month. We had so many points of infectious contact that it could have been several sources. Definitely recommend the masks, it's way easier than covid!

 

[DinosaurDumpster]

Honestly I just wear wherever it is required. I hate wearing them, so if I'm allowed to keep it off, I will. (unless i'm feeling uncomfortable in the situation when i'm not wearing it, i'll put one on asap)

In video games, I only wear them for a style choice.

 

[UglyMonsterFace]

I wear them any time I go out, and I am even required to wear it at my hot sweaty job as a server. It's extremely uncomfortable but I want to do my part if it even can save 1 person from getting it. My discomfort is worth that at least. I hate how people are comparing being forced to wear masks to things like George Floyd's murder, or even the holocaust. I'm sorry but if doctors and nurses wear them every day and are fine, then you most definitely are not going to suffocate and die (not including actual genuine medical exemptions).

Yes, it sucks. I hate it. I get pimples under my mask and I wish I could just not wear it. But I will respect the people around me, and I will not make a scene and harrass the poor workers and anyone just trying enforce store policy and do their job. How is being rude and mean to people going to help the world? And if people feel safer if you wear a mask around them, how does it really hurt you? I've seen people respond to people having loved ones fighting for their life as "that's just life, people die." Wow, the lack of compassion.

I really wonder, if EVERYONE just followed the precautions, will this already have been over? It's sad to think that this whole thing is lasting longer than it has to because of that.

In game, sometimes I'll put on a mask just to be silly, but that's very rare and I usually change a few minutes after XD

 

[Imbri]

I wear a mask daily while at work, from 7:30 in the morning until 4:30 in the afternoon. I take it off to eat lunch, and that's it. Also when I go out, although not in my car, as I'm alone there.

I have people come to my window and complain that it's uncomfortable or inconvenient to put one on for 5 minutes. If I can do it for 9 hours, pretty sure 5 minutes won't hurt. Those that refuse, I got my boss to install an intercom, and I don't open the window.

 

[deana]

I wear one any time I leave my apartment, even just to go check my mailbox or throw out the trash (that's the rule where I live but not everyone in my building follows it). As for the general mask mandate I am actually in favour of it. Before the mandate I would get a lot of weird looks wearing my mask, like I was the one who was "taking it too seriously" or that I was "overreacting". Now that it's mandated, anyone who tries to tell me anything about why I shouldn't be wearing it can just be shut up by me saying "well I don't want a fine". Sadly I have had to say that to someone before because there are a lot of anti-maskers where I live apparently.

As for in AC I wear one sometimes, it just feels sort of natural to throw it in to my outfits once in a while but I don't wear it constantly or expect other players to wear one. I also remember earlier in the pandemic where a lot of people put sinks by the airport for everyone to wash their hands lol

 

[demoness]

honestly, if people think they have the right to complain, that's fine, but they also better have the spine to deal with the ridicule, because i don't owe anyone the ability or option to put me at risk, whether they actually aren't wearing mask or just normalizing the narcissistic thought process behind it. of course, if they were actually concerned more than a toddler saying "no" you would think these same people would be pushing the vaccine vehemently as the very minimum effort

tbh, i think the general welfare should supersede individual rights to the point you are effectively forced to follow. people that cannot wear one should not be leaving their house unless there is no other choice for an essential activity, both to protect themselves and cut down on droplet contact anyway, so as a disabled, very compromised person, i don't even consider that relevant. they may not wear a mask, but that does not mean they feel safe or are. it's also a crime governments do not provide emergency pandemic responses for vulnerable people to be provided what they should not be going out shopping to get, but that's a corporate world for you.

and i think anti-masker was just their way of trying to evade calling it what it really is: anti-intelligent

but yeah it's on anywhere but alone in my house. also this might shock people, but some people use slice of life and simulation games to simulate real life. i don't do it, but i'm sure we're all familiar with the bizarre ways our community uses these games