The Hades meme stems from Disney's 1997 animated classic, Hercules, where the God of the Underworld steals the show with his fast-talking sarcasm and volatile temper. Unlike the terrifying figure of Greek mythology, this version of Hades is a stressed-out corporate-style manager trying to overthrow Olympus. The most popular templates feature his blue hair turning into red flames during an outburst, or his iconic 'I’m fine, I’m cool' response to chaos. Internet users frequently deploy this meme to represent relatable workplace frustration, burnout under pressure, or reacting to annoying social situations with a mix of biting sass and barely contained fury.