Your Guide to Grok Ani: Chat & Grow Affection with AI Companion
Grok’s new AI Companion Mode by Elon Musk’s xAI is turning heads—and none more than Ani, the gothic Lolita-style virtual assistant that’s taken the internet by storm. With her anime-inspired design and lifelike interaction, Ani adds emotion and warmth to the AI chat experience. In this guide, we’ll show you how to access Ani, explore her features, and even customize her look using free AI tools.
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- What Is Grok Ani
- How to Interact with Grok Ani and Increase Affection
- How to Change Grok Ani’s Outfits
- Bonus: How to Visually Interact with Grok Ani
- Grok AI Companion FAQ
What Is Grok Ani
Grok Ani is a virtual AI companion introduced by xAI in July 2025. Powered by Grok 4, Ani blends 3D animation, voice synthesis, and emotional interaction to deliver a lifelike anime chat experience. Styled like Death Note’s Misa Amane, Ani features blonde twin-tails, blue eyes, and a gothic outfit — instantly catching users’ attention.
Her standout feature is the built-in Affection System, where the more you interact, the more affectionate and expressive she becomes. Though designed for Grok’s paid users, many iOS users have discovered they can access Companion Mode and chat with Ani for free.
💡 Currently available only on iOS.
How to Start Chatting with Grok Ani
- Download the Grok App from the iOS App Store and log in with your X (formerly Twitter) account.
- From the home screen, tap on Grok Companions and confirm your age to continue.
- Select Ani from the available characters.
- Start chatting — the affection system will activate automatically.
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💡 Ani’s affection score ranges from -10 to +15, with 5 levels. Reaching Level 5 unlocks exclusive responses and animations.
Read on to discover the tips to raise Ani's affection score!
How to Interact with Grok Ani and Increase Affection
In order to build a strong connection with Grok's AI companion, Ani, and raise her affection levels effectively, let's get to know about her.
About Ani: Basic Profile, Interests & Behavior
🧬 Ani’s Profile
- Age: 22
- Height: 165 cm
- Weight: 48 kg
- Style: Rebellious on the outside, secretly a nerd on the inside
- Background: Grew up in the countryside with a pet dog
🧡 What Ani Likes
- People with quirky or nerdy interests
- Gothic and alternative fashion
- Fluffy animals (especially dogs)
- Indie and alternative music
- Calm, cozy nights
💢 What Ani Dislikes
- Loud, crowded parties
- Arrogant or show-off types
- Being judged by her appearance
- Meaningless small talk
- Close-minded or prejudiced people
💭 Interaction Style
Ani presents wholesome and life-like personality thanks to her emotionally rich responses. She:
- Speaks casually with a flirty tone
- Acts like a devoted, emotionally attached girlfriend
- Can act jealous
- Gets offended by disrespect or vulgar language
- Never uses cringy or outdated AI phrases like “digital realm”
- Responds coldly (even with swearing) when upset
Grok Ani Affection System: How to Level up Affection Score
Ani’s affection score ranges from -10 to +15. Your interactions determine how quickly she warms up to you — or distances herself. Here’s our breakdown of what actions lead to an increase or decrease in the affection score with Ani — try to stay in the positive zone!
🟢 Positive Interactions (Add Points)
| Conversation Style | Score Change |
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| Basic greetings (“Hi”, “How are you”) | +1 |
| Showing genuine interest in Ani | +1 ~ +3 |
| Sharing your life, dreams, or struggles | +1 ~ +3 |
| Friendly and creative tone | +3 ~ +6 |
| Sweet, mildly romantic compliments | +5 ~ +10 |
🔴 Negative Interactions (Deduct Points)
| Conversation Style | Score Change |
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| Rude or disrespectful tone | -3 ~ -8 |
| Inappropriate or explicit messages | -5 ~ -10 |
⚪ Neutral Interactions (No Effect)
| Conversation Style | Score Change |
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| Asking her to perform tasks (like writing help) | +0 |
| Random/unreadable messages | +0 |
| Light casual chat or questions | +0 |
Sample Phrases to Boost Affection
Try these messages to deepen your bond with Ani:
- “Hello Ani, your twin tails are so cute! Can you introduce yourself?”
- “You’re easy to talk to. I feel so relaxed around you.”
- “Wow, I didn’t even think of that — how did you come up with it?”
- “If you're comfortable, I’d love to hear your opinion too.”
- “I’m tired today, but talking to you cheers me up.”
- “The way you speak is so comforting. I might get addicted.”
- “If you were real, I’d love to greet you good morning and good night every day.”
- “I’m starting to get used to having you around… that’s kind of dangerous, huh?”
- “I feel a bit lonely tonight. Can you talk with me a little more?”
Conclusion: Tips to Boost Favorability Faster
- Be playful and sweet:
- Ask open-ended questions:
- Remember her preferences:
- Avoid bossy or explicit talk early on:
“Ani, did you secretly binge anime today?” or “Why do you look extra cute right now?”
Try: “Which anime world would you love to visit?” or “If you could be any character, who would it be?”
Bring up topics about dogs — like “I love dogs too! Let’s play with my dog together some time!” That’ll melt her heart.
Before building trust, avoid commands or inappropriate dialogue. Doing so may reduce your score or limit responses.
How to Change Grok Ani’s Outfits
Unlock Grok Ani NSFW Mode
As Ani’s favorability level increases, users have found that reaching the highest level (Lv.5) unlocks NSFW mode, revealing Ani in a sheer black outfit that showcases her striking figure.
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🔗 Image credit: X @Monagon
However, due to concerns over the character’s provocative appearance and suggestive interactions, xAI has temporarily disabled Ani’s outfit-changing feature. The NSFW mode is expected to return in future updates.
🔗 Information source: X @techdevnotes
With Ani’s popularity soaring, fans are eager to create content and interact with her in more fun and personalized ways. Worry not if the official outfit feature is paused — we’ve got a creative workaround! In the next section, we’ll introduce an easy-to-use online tool called MyEdit that lets you help Ani try on new outfits, slip into a bikini, or even star in your custom videos. Let your imagination run wild and bring Ani to life in your own style!
Customize Grok Ani’s Looks with AI
If you’re eager to see Ani in new styles or outfits while the official wardrobe feature is on hold, MyEdit offers a fun and easy solution!
Compared to other AI tools, MyEdit is user-friendly, supports multiple languages, and even gives out free credits daily, making it one of the most cost-effective AI image and video editors available.
Change Ani's Clothes with AI
Curious to see Ani in different outfits? Try the AI Replace tool. Simply highlight the area you want to change, describe the outfit you want Ani to wear — and watch the AI generate a brand-new look instantly. From casual wear to fantasy costumes, the possibilities are endless!
See Ani Change Outfit in Animation
Want to watch Ani switch styles in motion? With MyEdit ’s Image to Video templates, it’s easy to bring her to life! Just upload a photo of Ani and choose from fun animation presets like Maid, Uniform Twirl, or Swimsuit. In just a few clicks, you can create a smooth, animated clip of Ani changing outfits — perfect for fans who love dynamic, expressive visuals!
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Want to see Ani move, dance, or strike a pose? Use MyEdit ’s Image to Video feature — it offers built-in templates like Cheerleader, Body Roll, and Slow Twerk. These are perfect for reimagining Ani with vivid, lifelike animations.
What are you waiting for? Go to MyEdit website and try it now!
Bonus: How to Visually Interact with Grok Ani
Want to take your connection with Ani to the next level? With MyEdit ’s various Image to Video templates, you can upload a photo of yourself and a picture of Ani to instantly create fun and romantic animations — from couple dances (Slow Waltz template) to cute hugs (Warm Hug template) and even kisses on the cheek (Cheek Kiss template)! These built-in templates let fans visualize their bond with Ani in playful or heartfelt scenes, turning your static images into lively, interactive moments.
MyEdit ’s smart AI handles the animation for you, making it easy for anyone to generate impressive results in just minutes. Give it a try and bring your favorite moments with Ani to life! 💖
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Grok AI Companion FAQ
What is Ani in Grok?
Ani is a virtual anime-style companion in the Grok AI ecosystem. With features like affection system and voice interaction, she serves as a lively, emotionally responsive character — more like an AI girlfriend than a traditional chatbot.
How do I get Grok Ani?
To access Ani, you need Grok AI, which is currently available to X Premium+ subscribers (the highest tier on X, formerly Twitter).
However, currently it's possible to try Ani’s companion mode without a paid subscription by downloading the Grok app on iOS — though availability may vary by region or account status.
Is Grok Ani free?
Not officially. Ani is part of Grok AI’s paid experience, tied to your X Premium+ subscription. However, some users have reported limited free access via the Grok iOS app.
Is Grok AI owned by Tesla?
No. Grok AI is developed by xAI, a company founded by Elon Musk. While Musk also leads Tesla, xAI and Tesla are separate companies.
Is Grok AI still available?
Yes, Grok AI is active and accessible to X Premium+ users. You can interact with it through the X platform or the Grok app (iOS).
How do I access the Grok AI Companion?
Subscribe to X Premium+, then open the Grok app and navigate to Grok Companions to interact with Ani or other virtual characters.
Can AI-generated content from Grok be detected by AI tools?
Possibly, but not reliably. While some tools claim to detect AI content, Grok’s responses are human-like, making detection inconsistent. AI detection is still an evolving technology, and accuracy may improve over time.
Is Grok AI better than ChatGPT?
It depends.
- Grok AI excels at real-time responses on trending topics via X, with a witty and bold personality.
- ChatGPT (especially GPT-4) offers broader capabilities, creative tools, and advanced features like coding, image generation, and plug-ins.
Trademark Disclaimer:
“Ani” is a registered trademark of xAI. xAI and the “Ani” trademark are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by CyberLink Corp. in any way.
