The Waifu Effect describes a phenomenon in which a fictional work or character gains popularity solely by containing what many people consider to be "waifu-material"(see "Waifu" entry for more info). The work in question often becomes famous for such, and the Waifu Effect can often (but not always) overshadow other elements, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Many shows/media intentionally exploit this phenomenon in order to market their products, which can also be used to hide negative qualities.
The Waifu effect is particularly noticeable within the fanart community, as it can shoot characters/works into the spotlight through the Waifu effect alone. In order for a work to benefit from the Waifu effect, the characters must be diverse and varied. They must have enough of a background to give artists a jumping-off point, but be open enough so that artists have enough wiggle room to insert their own creativity into it. Some big examples that exhibit the Waifu Effect phenomenon are Kantai Collection and Touhou Project.
The Waifu effect is particularly noticeable within the fanart community, as it can shoot characters/works into the spotlight through the Waifu effect alone. In order for a work to benefit from the Waifu effect, the characters must be diverse and varied. They must have enough of a background to give artists a jumping-off point, but be open enough so that artists have enough wiggle room to insert their own creativity into it. Some big examples that exhibit the Waifu Effect phenomenon are Kantai Collection and Touhou Project.
Overwatch fan: Man, have you been seeing all the amazing Overwatch fanart from Japan artists lately?
JRPG enthusiast: That's unexpected, I thought that Japan didn't really like FPS games. Why would a western FPS like Overwatch ever be popular there?
Overwatch fan: Nah, it's the Waifu Effect, I'm tellin' ya. Put enough attractive and diverse female characters into your work and artists/social media are bound to jump on that shit.
JRPG enthusiast: That's unexpected, I thought that Japan didn't really like FPS games. Why would a western FPS like Overwatch ever be popular there?
Overwatch fan: Nah, it's the Waifu Effect, I'm tellin' ya. Put enough attractive and diverse female characters into your work and artists/social media are bound to jump on that shit.
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(noun) A well-documented but unexplained phenomena occurring in the american state of Utah, whereby the majority of women possess great bodies but are lacking in the face department. Seen often on campuses and in daily life.
Johnny admired the ass in front of him, thinking of all the things he would do to it.
Johnny: “Hey girl, can I get yo number?”
*Girl turns around*
Johnny: “Fuckin’ Utah Effect.”
*Johnny flees*
Johnny: “Hey girl, can I get yo number?”
*Girl turns around*
Johnny: “Fuckin’ Utah Effect.”
*Johnny flees*
by JesusNFriends432 July 20, 2018
Get the utah effect mug.K effect occurs after a personal encounter with a Kinga. Kingas make for incredible lovers and friends, offering that perfect balance on crazyness, sexyness, bad ass and a soft hidden touch of sweetness. This specific combo leaves a lot of post feeling from a meeting, almost impossible to forget. Some people might get addicted to it.
Mate 1: what's up bro?
Mate 2: all good but still feel some K effect..
Mate 1: I feel you..when was last time you saw her?
Mate 2: all good but still feel some K effect..
Mate 1: I feel you..when was last time you saw her?
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Get the K Effect mug.When someone is exposed to something so frequently they begin to develop a negative opinion of it or experience negative feelings toward it.
Bob in 2013: Frozen is one of Disney best films
Jeff: I agree, what a great film.
5 years of Frozen being touted as the best-animated film
Bob in 2018: Frozen is an overhyped piece of shit
Jeff: You were singing it's praises when it came out. This seems like a classic example of the overexposure effect.
Jeff: I agree, what a great film.
5 years of Frozen being touted as the best-animated film
Bob in 2018: Frozen is an overhyped piece of shit
Jeff: You were singing it's praises when it came out. This seems like a classic example of the overexposure effect.
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