absorboi

Absorboi is a fictional character and meme that centers on a humanoid figure with the ability to absorb energy, traits, or memories from others. In online use, absorboi refers to art, GIFs, and short animations depicting the character and its absorption motif.

The term first circulated in online art communities in the early 2020s, spreading through image posts and captions on social platforms. The creator is not widely identified; the concept gained traction as a simple, adaptable meme.

Absorboi is typically drawn as a simple, rounded figure with minimal facial features, often wearing a hoodie or simple outfit. The visual emphasis is on a glowing core, energy lines, or a suction-like mechanism that conveys absorption.

In memes, absorboi is used to symbolize taking in resources, attention, or power, often in a humorous or self-deprecating way. Caption templates frequently pair a situation of depletion with absorboi's action.

Fan artists produce variants such as Absorboi Prime or Mini-Absorboi. The concept is generally seen as lightweight and playful within meme culture; some observers note the abstraction and rapid spread can hinder clear interpretation.