Kekistan originated in late 2016 on 4chan's /pol/ board as a satirical protest against political correctness and a fictional ethnic identity for 'shitposters.' Centered around the deity Kek—an Egyptian god repurposed from the coincidence of 'Kek' being the Korean equivalent of 'LOL'—the movement created its own flag, anthem ('Shadilay'), and lore. While often controversial due to its aesthetic similarities to historical symbols, within meme culture, Kekistan represents a sovereign state for those who live on the internet and prioritize irony and chaos. It remains a staple of deep-web irony and political trolling across various social media platforms.