Sunday, February 23, 2014

Network Fined For Airing "Sword Art Online" in Taiwan

The digital television network operated by China Television's (CTV) attempts to conform to local standards with its broadcast of Sword Art Online in Taiwan have been well documented. Unfortunately, their caution didn't help when they got to episode 24.


 



 


After outlining the rational in a five point explanation, the National Communications Commission ruled that the December 4th airing featured an attempted rape and consequently issued the fine of NT$210,000.


 


A look at past censorship...



 


via @wtk


 


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Scott Green is editor and reporter for anime and manga at geek entertainment site Ain't It Cool News. Follow him on Twitter at @aicnanime.

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