Grok’s Chibi Template Takes Over Timelines

Summary

• A new X account called Grok Imagine introduced a “Chibi” image style template, based on the Japanese “super deformed” art style.

• Users began posting their own Chibified versions of people, characters, and memes, quickly filling timelines with variations of the same format.

• Elon Musk interacted multiple times, including posts suggesting that “anything” can be Chibified.

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“Chibi” refers to a stylized character format from Japanese anime and manga, where figures are drawn small with exaggerated proportions. The format is widely recognized online and often used for playful or comedic reinterpretations of characters.

A new X account, Grok Imagine, introduced a Chibi-style image template that users could easily replicate. The initial post showed the format and set off a wave of imitations.

Soon after, timelines began filling with Chibified versions of public figures, memes, and original characters. Elon Musk interacted with multiple posts, which increased visibility.

He followed up with another post reinforcing the idea that the format can be applied broadly.

Other high-profile accounts joined in. Nicki Minaj interacted with the template, bringing additional attention outside of crypto.

Accounts focused on Elon Musk content also helped spread the Chibi format further.

CHIBI launched on March 26, 2025 and reached a $4.4M all-time high as Chibi images spread across timelines.