>>3043073>>3045065I think the way in which they get you to feel for Lain and love her is brilliant, not just as far as the writing and characterization goes, but because it furthers some of the show's messages. If you think about it, a lot of the things Lain wants are things that everyone wants; meaningful friendships, understanding of the world, to share love with others, and to be remembered. It's almost as if Lain's happiness is human happiness, and if Lain is happy, everyone is happy.