Mai Shiranui is the legendary kunoichi from SNK’s Fatal Fury and The King of Fighters series, known for her distinctive outfit and fire-based combat. While she has been a fan-favorite since the early 90s, her meme status peaked when Nintendo's Masahiro Sakurai famously stated she was excluded from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate because the game was for 'good boys and girls.' This quote sparked a wave of 'Good Boys and Girls' memes, highlighting the censorship of suggestive characters in crossover titles. Additionally, fans use her imagery to represent fighting game nostalgia, waifu culture, and the SNK vs. Capcom rivalry.