The 'X-Men Gold Controversy' refers to the 2017 incident where artist Ardian Syaf snuck hidden religious and political codes into X-Men Gold #1. Specifically, he included references to the '212' protests in Indonesia and 'QS 5:51,' a Quranic verse interpreted by some as a warning against non-Muslim leaders. Fans discovered these Easter eggs almost immediately, sparking a global debate about professional conduct and political neutrality in mainstream media. Marvel reacted by firing Syaf and removing the references from subsequent digital and physical prints. Memes about this event typically focus on the eagle-eyed fans who found the details or the embarrassment of the editors who missed them, serving as a cautionary tale of hidden agendas in pop culture.