Monsoon is a prominent boss character from the 2013 action game Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, known for his philosophical monologue regarding the nature of memes. Unlike the modern definition of a funny image, Monsoon uses Richard Dawkins' original definition—memes as cultural information passed from person to person. His catchphrase 'Memes, the DNA of the soul' became an instant internet classic, used to ironically elevate trivial internet jokes to the level of deep existential philosophy. The meme typically features Monsoon's cyborg appearance or his signature magnetic attacks, serving as a staple for fans of the Metal Gear series and those who enjoy meta-humor about internet culture itself.