The 'Relax Liberals, It's Called Dark Humor' meme typically features an image of a character—often a skeleton, a tough-looking biker, or a stoic figure—accompanied by the titular caption. It emerged as a parody of 'edgy' internet culture where offensive statements are shielded behind the claim of being 'dark humor.' Over time, the meme evolved into a surrealist and ironic format, where the 'dark humor' provided is often completely harmless, nonsensical, or wholesome. This subversion of expectations has made it a favorite in shitposting communities, where users lean into the absurdity of the defensive framing to create comedic contrast between the aggressive setup and the mundane punchline.