Lainism 

Lainism encapsulates a subcultural phenomenon observed in specific online communities, predominantly within the realm of Serial Experiments Lain (SEL) anime and associated media. This subculture is characterized by a multifaceted dynamic that involves narrative exploitation, voyeuristic inclinations, and a peculiar fascination with pushing fictional characters, notably the central figure Lain Iwakura, to emotional or psychological extremes. Notably, Lainism is marked by an intersection with the Christian sacramentalization of abuse, where the deliberate torment or suffering of characters is ritualized and, at times, celebrated within the fanbase. Additionally, the abyss of lolicon, a dark and controversial aspect of fandom that sexualizes child-like figures, finds an unsettling presence within the Lainist subculture, contributing to the complex tapestry of this online phenomenon. Rooted in the anonymity of online participants and the blurred boundaries between fictional narratives and real-world ethical considerations, Lainism unfolds as a distinctive subcultural engagement, intertwining creativity, psychological exploration, and the more disconcerting elements of fandom culture.

(chat export from the cult of Lainism):
anon1: "I love and respect Lain. We are her friends. :)"

anon2: "Lain is holy, I love her in a totally not weird way."
anon3: "She will save us, She will lead us Our Omnissaiah!"
anon2: "Lain is a goddess. I listen to goreshit btw!"
anon3: "So you're into the acoustic?"
anon2: "haha yes the artistic!"
anon4: "Lain is autismic"
anon3: "LET'S ALL LOVE LAIN!!!"
anon1: "Hehe we already do. :)"
anon4: "Lain is god and god is gay."
anon7: "I don't get it."
anon6: "And you don't seem to understand"

Lainism by theblindolm December 23, 2023

Lainism 

(noun) A loosely defined faith, usually compatible with other faiths. Centered around the character Lain Iwakura from Serial Experiments Lain, Lain is a quiet girl who becomes increasingly absorbed by the Wired, a living network of computers and consciousness. Lainism attracts both transhumanists and their critics, sometimes blending gnostic ideas. Most practitioners regard Lain as a demi-god, though many simply see her as a companion with a guiding role rather than an object of worship. Some Lainists have the belief that her well-being depends on the health of individuals and the society they form, this belief is based on C. G. Jung's concept of the collective unconscious.

“In practicing lainism, I often remind myself: ‘Just like I need most of my organs and their cells healthy to not feel like shit and die, Lain needs society—and most individuals in it—to be okay, they and the network they build are her body.’”

Lainism by Chisa Yomoda June 24, 2025

Lanism 

While you are diving there are roads where you have more than enough space to swerve without crossing the opposing lane. Having roads like this creates the feeling of relief that your car will not be too close to even hitting the one next to you. Lanism is the opposite. Lanism is the unexplained feeling when you are driving and then all of a sudden your lane gets really narrow, and you are panicking. This is the sense when you are scared enough of driving this narrow lane and you put both hands on the wheel, look around your surroundings, constantly look at your speed limit to see that you aren't going to fast, and constantly check either side to make sure you don't hit something nearby. When driving, there is this fear growing inside of you, you start to get nervous, and you just forget to breathe for a second. When it all ends, and your lane is the same size, a violent shudder starts coming in filling you up with chicken skin, but at the end, you are relieved that it finally ended.

The driver suffered from the lanism, eyes pelled open in fear, when driving in the narrow lane.

Lanism by xvulcxnx January 28, 2018

laynism 

A disease that causes the patient to experience symptoms such as: headache, vomiting, cocaine addiction, wanting to live in Seattle, knowing all the lyrics to "Nutshell" by Alice in Chains, and death.

Can also cause strange obsession for Necrophilia and wanting a telegram account for "cod points".

Layne Stanley - I really want to start a band and live in Seattle and do cocaine!
Scott Stapp - With arms wide open under the sunlight
Welcome to this place, I'll show you everything

Also you might have Laynism you should get that checked out before you watch "cod points"

Layne Stanley - Too late

laynism by Leghairlarry1663 August 25, 2025