Encyclopedia Dramatica (ED) launched in 2004 as a satirical wiki dedicated to documenting internet subcultures, memes, and drama through a lens of extreme cynicism and 'troll' humor. Founded by Sherrod DeGrippo, the site became a central hub for Anonymous and early imageboard culture, prioritizing 'lulz' over factual accuracy. It is well-known for its abrasive tone and documentation of internet history that other mainstream sites would often censor. Using this template usually signifies a descent into the unfiltered, often offensive underbelly of the web, referencing the site's long-standing reputation as the ultimate archive of internet infamy and digital chaos.