Trollpasta originated as a satirical subgenre of Creepypasta, appearing on dedicated wikis around 2011 to parody the often repetitive and poorly written nature of internet horror stories. These memes typically feature absurd plot twists, intentional grammatical errors, and over-the-top tropes like 'hyper-realistic blood' or characters looking directly at the reader. Unlike genuine horror, Trollpastas are meant to be funny or 'so bad it's good,' mocking the clichés of early 2010s internet urban legends. Today, they remain a staple of internet culture for creators who want to poke fun at the seriousness of horror communities while embracing a chaotic, lo-fi aesthetic.