The King Charles 'Changmao' (长毛) meme center around the 2024 official portrait of King Charles III painted by Jonathan Yeo. The artwork's overwhelming red, monochromatic color scheme immediately sparked a viral reaction across social media. While the artist intended for the red to represent the uniform of the Welsh Guards, the internet saw something far more ominous, comparing it to hellscapes, horror movie posters, and the 'King in Yellow.' In Chinese internet circles, the portrait was nicknamed 'Changmao,' often drawing humorous or supernatural comparisons to historical figures and cultural tropes. The template is widely used to express intense, overwhelming, or 'final boss' energy in various relatable life situations.