Originally, lightsticks were created as devices that can emit light, used at music events. They could take the form of glowing nameboards of idols and events, or glowing sticks or wristbands used during concerts or performances to cheer for one’s favorite idols, with designs that are both very special and simple.
Later, entertainment companies began designing their own lightstick models: creating distinctive shapes representing the group and colors αѕѕociated with the fandom for clear differentiation. About two years after BTS debuted, Big Hit launched an exclusive lightstick called the ARMY Bomb. Both its design and its name carry a meaning closely linked to 'Bangtansonyeondan' (Bulletproof Boy Scouts) and 'ARMY'.
The ARMY Bomb has become a staple for BTS fans alongside albums and merchandise. Official lightsticks usually sell out very quickly on Weverse Shop whenever they are restocked, as well as at booths at concerts. In particular, as the group’s world tour season approaches, demand for the ARMY Bomb rises sharply, leading to scarcity.
Although domestic and international media sources report that BTS will only start their World Tour by mid-next year, fans’ attention toward the ARMY Bomb has been high since June this year. To date, BTS’s official lightstick has four versions: the original version, version 2 released in 2017, version 3 launched in 2018, and the latest, the Map of the Soul: Special Edition, produced in 2020. That means it has been five years since Big Hit Music updated BTS’s lightstick.
Therefore, recently, a source revealing that Big Hit Music is producing ARMY Bombs has surprised fans and caused a huge stir!
Specifically, this news originated from a post on an online forum by a South кσяєαn netizen. In it, the topic creator mentioned: “A part-time job αѕѕembling BTS cheering sticks has opened up in our area lol” and further explained, “I guess they're making light sticks again.”
Another local fan also shared the officially posted recruitment poster. The poster clearly states that they are hiring people to αѕѕemble lightsticks for the idol BTS, offering full weekly pay, 50,000 won in transportation support, and that it is a temporary position.
The topic below attracted thousands of excited fan interactions. While some fans speculated that Big Hit Music might be reproducing the ARMY Bomb to meet the huge demand for the BTS World Tour 2026, others imagined bigger possibilities—they believe that an ARMY Bomb Ver.5 could potentially be released.
Previously, around October, rumors circulated online that “ARMY Bomb Ver.5” was about to be launched. Some shops even opened preorders with dazzling demo, labeled “BTS WORLD TOUR 2026 EDITION,” officially licensed by HYBE and Weverse, with an estimated shipping date of January 2026.
Linking these pieces of news together, fans are confident that they need to prepare their wallets immediately and be ready to secure a slot. The discussion and excitement around the ARMY Bomb for the World Tour 2026 are hotter than ever within the fandom:
- I haven’t even bought Version 1 up to the SE yet. And now there’s a new version. Seriously, this is so unfair
- Man I hope it's not a new update I just got mine a year back
- THAT WORLD TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER
- The production of #BTS's newest lightstick for their 2026 comeback is already underway~
- Is this a sign that I will need to upgrade my version 3? I wonder what it will look like. I have a feeling I'll have to change anyway because of software upgrades
- Everytime I’m reminded a bts world tour is in the works, I get hives & jitters lmsjdk
- I gotta make sure i secure tickets before getting the new lightstick. There are just too many things we need to spend money on, guys
- OMG I can’t believe it! ARMY Bomb Ver.5 is finally coming. My wallet is scared but my heart is so ready!
- YESSSS! Time to secure my spot for BTS World Tour 2026!! ARMY Bomb Ver.5, here I come
- Can’t handle the excitement. ARMY Bomb Ver.5 for World Tour 2026??? Count me in, I’m camping on preorder day
