The "I Fear No Man" meme originates from Valve's 2007 video game, *Team Fortress 2*. It features the character Heavy from the "Meet the Heavy" promotional short. In the short, Heavy, a large and imposing character, confidently declares, "I fear no man," only to then comically admit, "But that thing... it scares me," while looking at a much smaller character, the Scout. This meme is used to express an ironic or unexpected fear. It typically presents a strong or seemingly fearless entity (represented by Heavy) confronting something that is generally considered trivial, harmless, or insignificant, yet surprisingly instills fear in the otherwise brave character. The template often includes a blank panel where users insert the specific "thing" that evokes this unexpected dread. It highlights humorous juxtapositions and is popular for conveying relatable moments of minor anxieties or disproportionate fears.