The Virgin vs. Chad meme, often referred to as 'The Virgin Walk vs. The Chad Stride,' first appeared on 4chan in 2017. The original illustration contrasted a timid, socially awkward 'Virgin' with an absurdly confident, hyper-masculine 'Chad.' While it began as a commentary on social dynamics, the format quickly evolved into a versatile ironic template where the 'Virgin' represents normal or logical behavior and the 'Chad' represents something completely nonsensical or extreme. Its unique MS Paint aesthetic and hyperbolic nature have made it one of the most enduring comparison memes on the web.