The So Hardcore meme is a staple of internet sarcasm, often used to mock individuals who perform mundane tasks or minor feats of endurance while acting as though they are incredibly tough. It draws inspiration from various badass tropes and characters, most notably the Spongebob Squarepants Salty Spitoon scenes and reaction images of people looking unimpressed. The meme’s humor lies in the sharp contrast between the hyperbolic hardcore claim and the insignificance of the actual action being described. It is widely used across social media platforms like Reddit and Twitter to poke fun at exaggerated bravado or to celebrate life's tiny victories in a humorous, self-deprecating way.