The 'I'm Sorry, My Companion, But No' meme features the character known as the Loathsome Dung Eater from the critically acclaimed action RPG Elden Ring. The line originates from a dialogue interaction where the character firmly, and somewhat ominously, rejects the player. Since the game's release, the image has been widely adopted as a reaction template to express a polite yet absolute 'no' to any suggestion, invitation, or cursed internet take. It is particularly popular for its dramatic tone, which contrasts hilariously with the mundane situations it is often applied to, such as being asked to stay out late or participate in group activities.