The 'Shoot That Guy' meme is derived from a webcomic by the artist SrGrafo, known for his minimalist style and highly exploitable comic formats. The template features a character voicing a controversial or annoying opinion, leading a commanding figure to point them out and order a soldier to fire. Since its debut on Reddit, it has become a staple for internet users to mock 'bad takes' or highlight niche community disagreements. The humor lies in the extreme reaction to a verbal statement, making it the perfect tool for social commentary on polarizing topics.