以下文章来源于后浪研究所 ，作者许嘉婧、薇薇子 后浪研究所 . 36氪旗下年轻态公众号。这位青年里边请，你被研究了。 享受不露脸的社交。 文 ｜ 许嘉婧 编辑 ｜ 薇薇子 来源｜ 后浪研究所（ID：youth36kr） 封面来源 ｜ 活动官方 不露脸的聚会 这是一场尽可能不露脸的聚会，来参加的人，大部分将自己藏在毛茸茸的兽装之下。一种独特的全副武装。 北京的第二届大型兽展在东坝的一家五星级酒店举行，7月末，恰逢酷暑，会场里到处是手持散热风扇，左摇右摆的"毛毛"。即便是冷气充足的酒店，也能 想象到披着20-30斤重的全套兽装，藏在兽头下的人是如何汗如雨下。 但，他们还是尽可能维持着"人设"。 兽头上统一挂着微微含笑的表情，或者说，兽面本都是无表情的，但在皮下之人时不时的小动作引导下，你总会觉得 他们在友好地望着你，并谨慎地观察着四周的人群是不是喜欢自己。 兽展的名字叫"万萬吉"，召显着北京兽展的气质—— 这里已经完全变成00后甚至10后的主要阵地，在场活跃的还是以中学生为主，大学生都较少。 万萬吉 上有不少10后毛毛是被40-50岁上下的家长牵来逛展的。 毛毛们的随机合影，图为作者拍摄 原本，兽圈（也称作福瑞圈 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the rise of the furry community in China, particularly among younger generations, highlighting its transformation from a niche subculture to a mainstream social activity that fosters connections and self-expression [3][6][34]. Group 1: Furry Culture and Community - The furry community, originally a niche culture, has evolved into a safe social tool for young people, allowing them to engage in social activities without revealing their identities [6][10]. - The second large furry convention in Beijing, "万萬 吉," attracted a significant number of participants, primarily teenagers and their parents, indicating a shift towards family-friendly events [3][10]. - The popularity of furry conventions has surged since the end of the pandemic, with numerous new events scheduled across various cities in China, reflecting a growing interest in this subculture [8][34]. Group 2: Economic Aspects and Accessibility - Historically, the furry community was perceived as expensive due to the custom nature of furry costumes, which could cost thousands of yuan, creating a high entry barrier [14][20]. - Recent trends show a decrease in costume prices and an increase in the availability of affordable options, making it easier for newcomers to join the community [20][22]. - The furry community is expanding its definition, now including various forms of media and merchandise, allowing more people to identify as part of the furry culture without necessarily owning a costume [22][24]. Group 3: Social Dynamics and Personal Expression - The furry community serves as a platform for social interaction, where individuals can express themselves through their furry personas, often leading to deeper connections and friendships [27][29]. - Participants often feel a sense of safety and freedom when wearing furry costumes, allowing them to explore different aspects of their identities [29][31]. - Events are designed to encourage socialization beyond the costumes, helping participants to find their true selves and build confidence in social settings [33][34].