Serial Experiments Lain 'Weird Exhibition' Returns With New Exclusive Merchandise and VR Experience

LOS ANGELES (November 29, 2024) — Anique Inc., in partnership with NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan, announces the return of "Weird Exhibition: Welcome to the Wired," celebrating Serial Experiments Lain's 25th anniversary with an expanded virtual exhibition and exclusive merchandise collection. Fans can experience the full collection in person at SF Fan Expo (booth #700) from November 29-December 1.

The free VR exhibition in Anique Museum features artwork from the original series as well as from Yoshitoshi ABe and meticulously crafted environments including the Weird Corridor, Display Tower, and lain's Room. Accessible through VRChat via PC, Meta Quest, and Android devices, no VR headset required.

Commemorating the exhibition, Anique is releasing limited-edition collectibles including:

• Serial Experiments Lain Replica Cel Art ($525) - Limited to 10 pieces (available for pre-order)
  
• Serial Experiments Lain Laminated Artwork ($150) - Three-dimensional scene recreation (available for pre-order)
  
• Serial Experiments Lain CD Display Block ($35) - Including digital soundtrack download (available for pre-order)
  
• Serial Experiments Lain KV T-Shirt ($30) - Featuring new Yoshitoshi ABe artwork (available at Fan Expo as well as for pre-order)
  
• Serial Experiments Lain Trading Mini Acrylic Blocks (7 types) ($12) - Seven unique designs (available for pre-order)
  

All items will be on display at SF Fan Expo booth #700.

"We're incredibly excited to bring back our digital exhibition as well as debuting our limited edition merchandise. Serial Experiments Lain left a unique impression on the anime world when it was released. We're honored to be able to offer a delightful way for fans to represent a piece of the series within their own environment." said Takahide Kasai, CEO of Anique Inc. "By combining virtual spaces with physical collectibles, we're creating new ways for fans to connect with this influential series."

The merchandise will be available exclusively through GONKBONK (gonkbonk.com) in the USA. Pre-orders run from November 29th, 2024 to January 19th, 2025, with Spring 2025 fulfillment. Follow @1998_lain_en on X for the launch announcement and details about the exhibition.

Fans will be able to pre-order merchandise both in person at SF Fan Expo as well as via gonkbonk.com.

”Weird Exhibition” more information: https://vr.anique.jp/vrchat/lain-weird/
”Weird Exhibition” VRChat link (starts 11/29): https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_ed1acb6a-fc2e-4d07-8ce7-86c36420fe47
“Weird Exhibition” eCommerce on GONKBONK: https://gonkbonk.com/curations/weird-exhibition-serial-experiments-lain-by-anique-inc

About Anique Inc.
Founded in 2019, Anique specializes in expanding anime fandom globally through physical and digital experiences, partnering with over 70 anime/manga titles and 20 major content holders in Japan.

About GONKBONK
Founded in 2024, GONKBONK is an e-commerce platform built for superfans. It focuses on providing innovative new ways for fans to buy products from their favorite creators and IPs and unique ways to engage within the fandom.

Recap:
“Weird Exhibition: Welcome to the Wired” VR Experience Reopening

Start Date: November 29, 2024 PST
End Date: January 19, 2025 PST
VRChat Link: https://vrchat.com/home/world/wrld_ed1acb6a-fc2e-4d07-8ce7-86c36420fe47

Inclusions: The VR art exhibit is a great third place for lain fans from all over the world to celebrate and connect with the series. Anique Museum's immersive VR experience features stunning, exclusive official art from the show, exploring iconic environments from the series, including the Weird Corridor, Display Tower, and Lain's Room, alongside artwork from notable artists.

Device: Accessible through VRChat via PC, Meta Quest, and Android devices. No VR headset required.

Admission Fee: FREE

Commemorative Limited-Edition Physical Art Collectibles

Sales Period: November 29, 2024 to January 19, 2025 (PST)
Product Page: “Weird Exhibition” eCommerce on GONKBONK: https://gonkbonk.com/curations/weird-exhibition-serial-experiments-lain-by-anique-inc

All items will be on display at the San Francisco Fan Expo booth #700

Product Links (note that items are for pre-order and will be fulfilled in Spring of 2025):

• Serial Experiments Lain Replica Cel Art ($525) - Limited to 10 pieces
  
• Serial Experiments Lain Laminated Artwork ($150) - Three-dimensional scene recreation
  
• Serial Experiments Lain CD Display Block ($35) - Including digital soundtrack download
  
• Serial Experiments Lain KV T-Shirt ($30) - Featuring new Yoshitoshi ABe artwork:
  
• Serial Experiments Lain Trading Mini Acrylic Blocks] (7 types) (Blind box - $12, Complete set $84) - Seven unique designs
  
• Serial Experiments Lain Trading Mini Acrylic Blocks (complete set)