The 'Send Dudes' meme is a clever linguistic subversion of the common 'Send Nudes' internet trope. It typically features a character making a desperate plea for backup, only to clarify that they literally need 'dudes' to assist them in a physical or metaphorical fight. The joke gained widespread popularity through viral text message screenshots and illustrated comics where the punchline hinges on the recipient's initial confusion. It has become a staple in gaming communities and social media as a way to humorously signal for help or highlight situations where reinforcements are more valuable than anything else.