The 'Trolling the Guardian' meme format stems from fantasy concept art featuring a tiny warrior standing before a colossal, intimidating entity. While the original art was meant to evoke a sense of scale and epic struggle, the internet quickly adapted it to represent the dynamic between a massive, serious topic and a small, disruptive element—usually a 'troll' or a meme. It is frequently used to mock self-important institutions, serious online arguments, or any situation where a minor annoyance manages to bother something much larger. The template remains a staple for illustrating the 'David vs. Goliath' energy of internet culture.