About Surprised Pikachu

The "Surprised Pikachu" meme features a screen-captured image of the Pokémon character Pikachu with its mouth agape and eyes wide, expressing shock. Originating from the first season of the Pokémon anime (specifically, the episode "Pikachu's Goodbye"), the image gained widespread meme popularity around 2018. It is used to express feigned or sarcastic surprise when an obvious or predictable consequence occurs, especially if it's a result of one's own actions or decisions. The meme often accompanies a scenario where someone states an action or belief, followed by the predictable outcome, implying a mock shock. It highlights irony and the lack of self-awareness.