It's seems to me your riot troops could be better trained. Shouldn't they present a single unbreakable wall of shields to the rioters? They should look strong so that the people don't attack. In those first couple of videos, the rioters look braver, better organized, and better equipped than the...
The ability to make the audience feel an emotion is primary.
Next would be the ability to make the audience sympathize with you.
A good face, body, and voice helps, for both sexes.
And finally, the ability to not be a dick off camera...
Doesn't quite fit the situation, I guess, but here's an interesting trick I found.
When they ask you something along the lines of "Do you like me?", "Do you love me?" "Do you think we're pretty good friends?", just say no. In my experience, it actually attracts girls. They get intrigued, and...