SM Entertainment uploaded a teaser of virtual artist naevis, which has been long anticipated by fans regarding its solo debut.
On August 21, Korean news outlet E-Daily reported that SM Entertainment had uploaded a video teaser of naevis, a virtual character from aespa's universe.
Twitter, E-Daily
The character played a major role in helping aespa members open a P.O.S. (Port of Soul), which connects the real world to the virtual realm of Kwangya. It also reported that naevis plans to launch a variety of activities in September as an artist.
The outlet also shared that naevis will utilize advanced technology as a flexible character that adapts to suit various platforms, content, and media. The virtual artist would also be featured with an AI-generated voice and intelligence.
To expand her reach, naevis also aims to extend her IP universe through content such as music, games, webtoons, brand collaborations, and merchandise.
MYs expressed enthusiasm in the comments section, with many anticipating the virtual artist's upcoming activities. On social media platform X (Twitter), the teaser also garnered reactions from netizens. Read their comments below:
"Can't wait to see what happens with Naevis! I've loved the aespa SMCU related storyline!"
"Naevis calling, aespa's mommy is coming!"
"Naevis rule Kwangya. Let's welcome the queen."
"Welcome to the real world, our naevis."
"My Naevis we love you!"
"Naevis is the revolutionary AI singer from K-pop who inspired many new groups like MAVE, PLAVE, and many more. I can't wait for aespa and Naevis' future endeavors!"
"Naevis is coming guys, like what? This is so unexpected!"
"Naevis is coming, MYs! Let's go! Can't wait for our captain to debut!"
Earlier on March 25, SM Entertainment's current CEO Lee Sung Soo revealed that the agency was developing naevis to become a virtual idol.
"We are planning to introduce naevis, who has only appeared in computer graphics (CG) in aespa's music videos," the CEO shared. "She will be an artist that uses technologies to contain natural movements, voices, and real-time communication."
The CEO also added, "For the audience to accept virtual human beings as real people, storytelling and music must be supported."
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