The Anonymous meme centers on the stylized Guy Fawkes mask, popularized by the graphic novel and film 'V for Vendetta.' While originally a symbol of rebellion against tyranny, it became the face of the global hacktivist collective Anonymous after appearing on 4chan in the mid-2000s. In internet culture, the template is used for everything from serious political activism and digital rights advocacy to self-deprecating humor about 'hacking' simple systems. Its striking visual—a pale, smiling face with a goatee—instantly signals themes of anonymity, mystery, and collective action across social media platforms.