Gholdengo, the 1,000th Pokémon introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, quickly became an internet sensation due to its unique design and overwhelming competitive power. Evolving from Gimmighoul after collecting 999 coins, its appearance—often compared to a golden string cheese mascot or a surfer—inspired countless memes. The meme typically revolves around its signature move, 'Make It Rain,' its immunity to status moves thanks to the 'Good as Gold' ability, or the sheer absurdity of its surfer-dude aesthetic. Fans use Gholdengo to represent wealth, meta-dominance in gaming, or simply to poke fun at its lanky, metallic frame.