The Amazing Digital Circus, an animated web series created by Gooseworx and produced by Glitch Productions, became an overnight sensation following its 2023 pilot. The story follows Pomni, a woman trapped in a psychedelic virtual world alongside other humans who have slowly lost their sanity under the watchful eye of the AI ringmaster, Caine. The series quickly spawned a massive meme culture centered around Pomni’s iconic expression of existential dread, known as the 'thousand-yard stare.' Fans use these templates to represent feelings of being overwhelmed, trapped in mundane situations, or experiencing a sudden realization of absurdity in modern life. Its vibrant yet haunting aesthetic makes it a favorite for high-quality reaction images and nihilistic humor across platforms like TikTok and X.