ALBAWABA - Tech billionaire and xAI CEO Elon Musk recently went viral on social media after revealing "Ani," Grok's new AI anime girl companion. Many took to social media, resembling Ani to Misaki, a character from the hit anime and manga, Death Note.
Alongside Ani, a cartoonish red panda named 'Rudy' was also revealed as a Grok companion. By the time of reporting, the new companions are exclusive to SuperGrok users, which costs a hefty $30 monthly subscription.
Musk described this release as a "soft launch," stating further that they are developing an easier method for users to interact with the companions, instead of enabling them via Grok's settings.
Meet Ani: Elon Musk's new AI anime girl companion with an 'NSFW' mode
According to Testing Catalog News on X (formerly known as Twitter), users interacting with Ani can toggle an 'NSFW' mode upon reaching level 3 with her. Additionally, social media users revealed that there's a mode of Ani wearing lingerie, and 'NSFW' clips of the anime AI companion are reportedly swarming X.
Elon fans say that Ani resembles Misaki from Death Note, as both characters are very similar in appearance due to the blonde hair with pigtails and goth clothing.
Grok hints at what's to come next for its companions
Hints reveal that other AI companions are on the way, with a new character named "Chad" and an unknown girl in development. It seems xAI is working hand in hand with San Francisco-based Animation Inc. to produce the 3D models in question. However, it's still unclear whether xAI acquired the company or it's just a collaboration.
