Monā, often referred to as the face of 2channel (now 5channel), is a legendary Shift_JIS art character that emerged in the late 1990s. Its name is derived from the phrase 'Omae mona' (meaning 'You too'), which was a common retort used by 2ch users to deflect insults or point out hypocrisy. As one of the earliest viral internet mascots in Japan, Monā paved the way for other icons like Giko Cat and 8-頭身. Today, it remains a symbol of classic Japanese web culture, representing a blend of snark, anonymity, and the creative use of text-based characters to form expressive, cat-like figures.