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Published: 2012-12-02 01:18:48 +0000 UTC; Views: 5604; Favourites: 133; Downloads: 11
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I was commenting on one piece by (really, check out the gallery, it's amazing) and this came into my mind...I haven't got to the part where Connor gets to sport the mohawk hairstyle, but I've seen pictures and I can't say I like it...
And I was thinking, what if it was his barber who messed up?
I really must stop with these doodles and get to work on serious stuff!
Another one of my scribbles here:
EDIT: Two other DA members pointed out that this sketch may be considered offensive. I thank you for your comments and I just want to make clear that this is a joke, it should be taken lightly and in no way should be seen as deliberately provocative. I apologize in advance if it hurts someone's feelings, it's certainly not my intention.
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It made me smile, but I wanted to add this to the conversation and I would welcome anyone correcting me: Tom Porter, Mohawk spiritual leader, said that this haircut was worn during warfare because the Creator dislikes seeing his children kill each other out. So warfare was considered a moment where men lost their sanity and entered a period of insanity; that insanity was symbolized in the haircut. The scalp is where the soul is; that is why hair was preferably kept long when not mourning: it was a link with the Creator. So cutting and shaving it so was no laughing matter.
This might not be the -exact- information, as I am not a Mohawk from that era (in fact I'm no Mohawk at all, I'm from way South), but this is what I "know".
Oh, the mohawk haircut today can be laughed at, especially since most people I see wearing it are 1: not even Native American 2: even less the warrior kind, but in Connor's case, as proven by Charles Lee's desperate speech in the flaming boat, it is a case of temporarily losing your mind in order to kill at all costs.
It was a defining moment for Connor, an act done in pain and despair.
I know you understand why some people may feel offended, but in case anyone else is reading this, I want them to understand why some jokes will displease, and why those who are displeased have the right to express and explain themselves.
Come to think of it, if a barber did give him that cut when he did not need nor want it, Connor might have had a bad reaction after all.
And if he was a contemporary Mohawk and his barber gave him that haircut just because "you're Mohawk, no? That's how you people wear it, no?", there would be one ass-beating coming up! Or maybe an offended "What do you mean 'you people'?"
Im sorry this was this long, but considering what it represents, Connor must not have loved it either considering what it represented. Today, some Native Americans will wear a similar haircut for many reasons, including identity; it's not as serious an issue, but considering the era Connor lived in, he did not do it with joy in his heart.
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Thank you for the detailed explanation!
Actually, this created a lot of controversy, but also a chance for someone like me - who is not a Native - to learn more about the culture. And from Native Americans directly, what better source!
I know that the shaving of the head for a warrior is one of the saddest and hardest moments in his adult life because of what it represents. The purpose of the joke was simply that - to be a joke. Nothing hidden in between the lines and absolutely no intention of causing aggravation.
And I completely agree with you when you say that if a barber had done that just because of a stereotype, well... hidden blades out!
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I am thankful that this controversy brought learning instead of endless flames.
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pfffffffffff!!! Oh gawd, i just cant! I understand that Conner, my hairdresser doesn*t get it either!!!
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Lol! We all feel the same!
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Lol! Connor is a good guy, I'm sure he'll just shove him around a bit!
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Yep. the barber jacked Connor's hair up. He is dead.
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Lol! I think he can forgive him!
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probebly, connor is very forgiving. If it had been Altiar or Ezio he would have taste their blade though.><
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I just got to that bit. I didn't know he was going to shave his head, I didn't read anything about the game except the rough plot line, I didn't want any spoilers, so when it got to that cut scene I was like 'what are you going?!' Though I do love the war paint.
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Ehehehe! Same here!
I didn't like it at first but it's growing on me!
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Hahahahahahaha Connor's face of "WTF did you do with my hair?!" Hilarious!
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Lol!
That's pretty much my face after a bad day at the hairdresser!
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This is funny ^^ To be honest, I'm not entirely sure why this would be offensive but some people take things just a BIT too seriously :/
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Thank you!
Well, you know... Sometimes our perception of things is different from that of others. I don't think this silly joke is offensive but others may... I don't mind a heads up, just as long as it is done in a civilized manner.
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I agree ^^ Oh well, I guess you can't dictate what offends others
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I guess not. It's better to keep the peace.
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lollll this is so true. you tell them "cut 5 cm" but apparently their "5" is actually "20" XD
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Lol! Hate when that happens! Hairdressers and barbers have their own measuring system!
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Connor's new hairstyle is a testament to his grief for his loss: both his father and best friend were killed by his own hands, in the same way(!).
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Yes, I know, I was just discussing it with , if you read the thread below.
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my comment has nothing to do with that of
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Oh, sorry, then I missed your point.
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Yeah, I was merely talking the actual symbolism in the hair style.
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Oh, sorry, completely missed the point there!
Thanks, I know. This has nothing to do with what happens in the story, just a silly thought.
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Except for the fact that:
1: He cut it himself.
2: He sure as hell didn't do it for looks.
3: He's actually from the mohawk tribe, and it's a common hairstyle among his people.
It's alright to have opinions. You don't have to like his hair in the end. But in saying that you basically wish it was a "mistake" or a "mess up" by a barber, you are actually being racist. The hairstyle is part of his culture, his heritage, and making Connor display rage at his own people's haircut is in so many ways an extremely wrong thing to do.
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1: I know.
2: I know
3: I know. Actually, there's a reason for Mohawk people to wear long hair or shaved heads. It has to do with warfare. Look it up.
I don't wish for it to be a "mistake" or an offense, it's a joke and I'm sure if you look around DA you will find much more offensive art than this doodle. The reason I don't like it, if you must ask, is because I don't think it suits him. It has to do with aesthetics rather than ethnicity. I can also say I don't like his boots, same principle.
As for me being a racist, I believe you're stretching it a bit. You don't know me or my beliefs, so don't jump into conclusions, especially of that sort.
I'm glad you took the time to comment and I'm taking the first step in apologizing if my sketch made you uncomfortable in any way. I expect your retribution.
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I do know that it has to do with warfare, so I won't be looking anything up.
I understand that this is not the most offensive thing I have come across, but considering I myself am Native, it hits home. I would hate to wear my hair in the style of my own people and have people ask me if my hair stylist messed up, which is basically what I gather from this in a way.
Sorry for the confusion, I didn't mean you yourself are being racist, but to me, this doodle comes of as being so. I think it's the simple fact of the alternate reality in which Connor is upset over having the hairstyle of his own people. That fact indeed makes me very uncomfortable.
I also just want to thank you for taking the time to reply to me like a normal human being as opposed to flaming me. And I do have to apologize for coming off rather rude in my first comment. I rarely every comment on things, and when I do, I usually take more time to plan them out.
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No hard feelings. I know that things that are written often look a lot worse than when spoken.
I do apologize for making you uncomfortable, but knowing Connor, you know he would never get upset over his hair and turn on his people because of it. I find it much more credible that he was upset because they would pick a path of peace and not fight back. The hair thing... As you said, would only happen in an alternate reality.
Thank you for pointing out that something that looks completely innocent to me may be disturbing to others. I'll put a note on the Deviation.
Finally, and forgive my ignorance because I don't know if the ritual is transversal to all Native cultures, we bury our axe. (I'm joking! Actually, I'm paying homage to your Native heritage
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I think I understand your reasoning now, and it certainly sounds less... degrading isn't the word I want to used, nor is insulting, because those aren't exactly right, lol. But you get my meaning. I see where you're coming from now. :]
Thanks for taking what I had to say seriously and not completely dismissing it. (Is it sad that I've seen most artists do just that, so that is what I expect nowadays? AH!) I hope I'm the only one that found a fault in this, but if not I hope the note on the devation helps. The last thing I want is for you to have to go through this on several occasions. Especially when some people out there are so immature and won't even read, haha.
And indeed we do. :] Thanks again for hearing me out.
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