The 'Crab Battle' meme originated from a 2005 Flash animation by Christopher Niosi, parodying Hideo Kojima’s Metal Gear Solid 3. In the video, a character named Snake encounters a seemingly invincible crab, leading to a frantic and absurd radio conversation filled with iconic screams and nonsensical tactics. The phrase 'CRAB BATTLE!' became an instant catchphrase across early internet forums like Newgrounds and 4chan. The meme represents the chaotic energy of early internet humor, often used to describe overwhelming, bizarre, or unexpectedly difficult minor challenges. Its legacy persists through its unique voice acting and the sheer ridiculousness of a high-stakes tactical battle against a common crustacean.