The popularity of proves that there is a massive appetite for character designs that are darker, more complex, and visually "extreme." It’s a far cry from the Saturday morning cartoons of the 90s, but for a new generation of fans, this blend of magic and modification is exactly what the genre needed to stay relevant.

The "hot" factor of Mystic Lune comes from the contrast between her ethereal, lunar-themed powers and the "extreme" physical alterations she undergoes. This aesthetic appeals to several overlapping fandoms:

To truly capture the look, several core elements must be present: