What exactly is Lotte World's "Inoe"? A complete guide covering everything from the meaning to the characters!

What is all the fuss about Lotte World's "Inoe"? We've compiled everything in one place, from the meaning of Inoe to the Dark Fantasy Festival characters Vesper and Kandra, show times, and viewing tips.

Have you seen the Lotte World parade videos on your social media timelines lately? 🔥

A video of characters with lamppost and candle heads dancing went viral on Twitter, causing quite a stir among non-human fans 😭 I heard it has already earned the nickname "Non-human Parade" lol

However, I noticed there were many people wondering, "What is 'Inoe'?" So, I’ve gathered everything from the meaning of Lotte World's 'Inoe' to trending characters and performance information ✨

1. What does "Inoe" mean? 🤔

Inoe (人外) literally means 'outside of humans,' a collective term for non-human beings. It is. It is mainly used in subcultures such as comics, anime, and games.

The range is really wide, so all these characters are included.

Furry, a human-like animal standing upright

Supernatural beings such as angels, demons, monsters, and ghosts

Fantasy races such as elves, robots, skeletons, zombies

Characters that breathe personality into objects, like in Cookie Run

Among fans of non-human characters, tastes vary even on how closely they resemble humans. That is why saying a human character is "non-human" is sometimes used not as an insult, but as a compliment meaning they possess the charm of a non-human character that suits one's taste. 💡

2. What is an object head? 🕯️

This is the key keyword making headlines at Lotte World.

Object Head is a non-human being that looks like a human from the neck down, but has the head of an object. It refers to things like lamppost hair or candlelight hair. They say the charm lies in the fact that emotions are conveyed through body language even though facial expressions are not visible.

3. The True Identity of the Non-Human Parade, Dark Fantasy Festival 🎪

The performance generating buzz is Lotte World Adventure's new autumn season parade Dark Fantasy Festival It is. The information can be organized like this.

Period: September 12, 2026 – November 15, 2026

Time: Every day at 8:20 PM

Location: Lotte World Adventure Parade Course

Concept: A story about a door connecting reality to another world opening and mysterious beings appearing.

This is a new show being presented this year, replacing the Halloween horror performance 'Marionette' that was held for the past two years. The songs are also newly composed in-house, so they say there are no official tracks released yet 🎵

4. Hot Non-Human Characters ✨

Image source: X @twi_bab_

Vesper He is a gentleman with a gas lamp (streetlight) head and a splendid tailcoat. His nickname is the 'Streetlight Gentleman,' and he is also called the "Lotte World Lighting Man." He is said to be around 2 meters tall.

Candra She is a character with candle-shaped hair, and is also called 'Candle Lady' by fans.

Queen This character is also receiving favorable reviews for its excellent design.

Flower, non-human The performance features various non-human characters, such as flowers, candles, and streetlights.

The reason Vesper is particularly popular is because of its gap charm. Since there are two actors, he is usually a calm and noble gentleman, but they say he dances around wildly like a Pagliacci lol There are even people who interpret this as a twin or split personality setup.

5. Lotte World reacted too! 📣

Lotte World also noticed this reaction and moved quickly.

On September 16, the names of two characters were revealed on Official X.

Next Dark Fantasy Festival Fan Art Contest I opened it too.

Ovenhead Cookie and Vesper & Kandra collaboration fan art in Cookie Run Kingdom They say they released 🍪

It’s a truly exceptional reaction that even Japanese fans are saying they want to come see it, isn’t it?

6. Best viewing spot and great tips 🎫

The performance consists of three scenes.

Opening (Garden Stage Plaza): It takes about 2 minutes.

Stop Performance 1 (Near Meeting Plaza) It takes about 5 minutes and takes place in the middle of the parade course.

Pause Performance 2 (Garden Stage Plaza) It's the main stage.

Don't forget to grab some viewing tips too 💡

The first row of the Garden Stage Plaza is the best spot for the main stage, but you can't see well from the front or back. The aisles on either side are actually better.

The meeting plaza offers a good view of the front between the two pillars. If there are no seats available, they say the view from the second floor is also good.

You must not leave your luggage behind ⚠️

I heard that there were many days when the photo session after the first performance was not held. Since the status of the performance may vary depending on the situation, please be sure to check the performance schedule on the day.

The makeup and opening music might be scary for preschoolers, so I recommend watching the video to decide.

💡 Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q. What does "Inoe" mean at Lotte World?

A. "Inoe" refers to all beings that are not human. It broadly includes beastmen, monsters, robots, and even object characters. At Lotte World, the "Object Head" characters, featuring the heads of objects, are currently a hot topic.

Q. What is the name of the Lotte World streetlamp character?

A. I am Vesper. I am also called the 'Streetlight Gentleman' or the 'Lotte World Lighting Man.' My partner, the candle-headed character, is Candra.

Q. When and at what time is the Dark Fantasy Festival held?

A. It takes place daily at 8:20 PM from September 12 to November 15, 2026. Schedules are subject to change depending on weather or on-site conditions, so please check the daily performance schedule.

Q. Is the Dark Fantasy Festival scary?

A. Unlike the previous horror show 'Marionette,' this one has a bright and exciting atmosphere, so there are reviews saying that elementary school children enjoyed it. However, please note that there are also reviews stating that the makeup was scary for preschoolers.

Q. Can I participate in the fan art contest as well?

A. Yes, Lotte World has announced the Dark Fantasy Festival Fan Art Contest on its official social media. Please check the announcement on the official account for details on how to participate.