The Swampletics meme originates from the legendary Old School RuneScape (OSRS) YouTube series created by the user Settled in late 2018. The series followed his journey as a 'Morytania-locked Ultimate Ironman,' a self-imposed challenge where he could never leave the swamp region of the game. The iconic intro monologue, 'Meet Swampletics, my Morytania locked Ultimate Ironman,' became an instant catchphrase within the gaming community. It is widely used to parody obsessive grinding, niche internet subcultures, or anyone undertaking an absurdly difficult and specific task. The meme evolved from a simple tribute to a versatile template for any 'locked' or highly restrictive lifestyle choice.