The 'For Christmas I Want a Dragon' meme originated from a webcomic format depicting a humorous conversation between a person and Santa Claus. After being told a dragon is too unrealistic, the person asks for something that should be simple—like a stable relationship or a better sleep schedule—prompting Santa to immediately pivot back, asking what color they want their dragon instead. It has become a staple for self-deprecating humor and social commentary, highlighting personal or societal goals that feel statistically more impossible than finding a mythical fire-breathing creature.