Toonami, the legendary programming block that debuted on Cartoon Network in 1997, revolutionized how Western audiences consumed anime. Hosted by the iconic robot T.O.M. (The Orbital Messenger), the block became famous for its sleek, futuristic aesthetic, atmospheric drum-and-bass soundtracks, and philosophical monologues. In meme culture, Toonami templates are often used to evoke intense feelings of nostalgia or to present something as 'peak' media. Whether featuring TOM on the Absolution or the iconic broadcast bumpers, these memes celebrate the unique late-night culture and the formative experience of discovering shows like Dragon Ball Z and Sailor Moon.