In the intricate world of K-Pop, lightsticks serve as emblematic extensions, symbolizing the profound connection between an idol group and its dedicated fanbase.

TXT has consistently stood out with their eye-catching lightstick designs, characterized by vibrant hues, bold aesthetics, and endearing features.

Teasing the Unveiling

Following a series of tantalizing teasers, TXT finally unveiled the much-anticipated second version of their lightstick.

TOMORROW X TOGETHER OFFICIAL LIGHT STICK VER.2 TEASER
(https://t.co/apUpMEy3VV)#투모로우바이투게더 #TOMORROW_X_TOGETHER #TXT

— TXT OFFICIAL (@TXT_bighit) January 29, 2024

The initial video teased MOAs with a kaleidoscope of bright colors and intricate patterns, intensifying the excitement leading up to the grand reveal.

she got more round and boba pic.twitter.com/DkskhNUzeT

— tina (@B3OMLUVS) January 29, 2024

Analyzing the Changes

Amidst the vibrant visual showcase, the ultimate design emerged, appearing strikingly akin to its predecessor, yet discerning eyes caught subtle alterations in the details.

IT CAN OPEN NOW TOO WE CAN PUT STUFF IN IT https://t.co/q1CAtLH3Sn pic.twitter.com/aWNRsOTxs8

— alice 🐧🌟 (@huegatito) January 29, 2024

I heard you can open the moabong and place items inside, so here is moabong ver. 2 in default mode.. and in blue spring mode! (with blue flowers ) 💙 pic.twitter.com/E6GRPP5hhY

— ᥫ᭡ lishie 🪷🌟 .𖥔 ݁ ˖ (@L0VELYBEOMIE) January 29, 2024

As fan comments flooded in with positivity, observers noted a consensus that the MOA bong had undergone a "maturation" process.

they made her lose all of her colorful colors, ah yes puberty and depression 😭 pic.twitter.com/NyyOC9x8vZ

— dae 대 🎸 (@eloquestlydae) January 29, 2024

i'm kinda relieved they kept her original design, the moabong color and shape is still there. like she's still your sister just a more matured one but i hv a feeling they removed the retractable feature (this i cant confirm until they release the actual lightstick) pic.twitter.com/syCksX7JY8

— 🐈‍⬛ (@inhalingtxt) January 29, 2024

the evolution is basically like this pic.twitter.com/zLS55WAuPV

— krysten (@TXTUNOFFlClAL) January 29, 2024

puberty hits pic.twitter.com/f6mUuQe1pU

— yunikoo (@bamkkyuuu) January 29, 2024

While some expressed concerns about the perceived loss of brightness, others embraced it as an evolution mirroring the trajectory of the group members from teenage debuts to adulthood. READ ALSO: TXT Members Playfully Diss Each Other on 'Kstar Next Door'- Who's the Real King of Handsomeness?

Netizens' Mixed Reactions

Netizens, however, presented a mixed spectrum of reactions to the lightstick's perceived maturation.

aaah good job hyb3 for not making the moabong black 😭 the little differences makes it look sleek and clean! and since it's now a bubble shape i am hoping we can open it up and put things inside! im still hoping this is retractable and we keep the iconic finding moa feature 😭🙌 pic.twitter.com/pFMIIRmqgq

— Nikki (@pandesoobs) January 29, 2024

MOAs after finding out that the moabong version 2 didn’t undergo hybe-ification design: pic.twitter.com/Tlkyh0tzuW

— 팁 | Frozen Tuna 🐟🌟 (@normanvanillaH) January 29, 2024

 

we survived the apocalypse ☝🏼😭 https://t.co/g4HbbSzN9a pic.twitter.com/3BMuU0OohQ

— den (@velvetsoob) January 29, 2024

MOABONG DID NOT GO EMO WE CHEER pic.twitter.com/rClqfG4fNA

— krysten (@TXTUNOFFlClAL) January 29, 2024

 

Some felt a sense of relief that the lightstick retained its colorful essence, diverging from the trend seen in other HYBE-affiliated groups that embrace darker tones in their lightstick designs, as exemplified by SEVENTEEN's latest version.

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Written by Cassidy Jones.