Cry, Hellslayer Sword

The "Cry, Hellslayer Sword" meme first appeared in South Korea around 2013 as an image macro featuring an elderly woman drawing a sword while exclaiming, "Cry, Hellslayer Sword!" The meme originated from the webcomic "Yeongjin Doryeong" on the humor website Wootgin University, where the phrase was combined with a dramatic sword-drawing scene. The unexpected combination of a grandmother wielding a katana and shouting a battle cry made it comically absurd, leading to its rapid spread.

This meme was initially popular in Korean internet communities but later spread to Japan and other countries. While Japanese audiences were initially confused, they embraced the meme after learning about its Korean origins. Over time, the phrase has been widely parodied in situations involving sword-drawing or battle-ready stances. It has also been referenced in various games, animations, and webtoons, including the popular series "Jungle Juice" and "Tomorrow."

Due to its growing popularity, the "Hellslayer Sword Grandma" has even been turned into figurines and featured in game advertisements. These ads, incorporating the meme, have gained significant reactions from netizens and continue to inspire new variations and parodies across different media.