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A.T.L. Carver | Meme Magic: Pepe, Trump, & The Cult of Kek
Ebola Chan, My Little Pony and the Dangers of Tulpas
Prior to the Pepe phenomenon, 4chan users reportedly experimented with "Ebola Chan," a sigil intended to hasten the spread of the Ebola virus. Another anecdote involves a user attempting to create an "egregore" or "tulpa" based on My Little Pony, which allegedly resulted in negative mental health effects and intrusive thoughts. These stories are presented as cautionary examples of the power of collective intent in digital spaces.