In the latest installment of the Persona series, Persona 5: The Phantom X, a new character—or rather a villain—has exploded onto the scene, sparking considerable discussion and fun memes around his antics.

This character, previously a baseball prodigy turned corporate worker, is often called the Subway Slammer. As he makes his way through Shibuya Station, his catchphrase—“It’s Slammin’ time!"—has quickly gained traction online.

“I loved when the subway slammer said it’s slammin time and subway slammed all over the place”
Translation: I loved when the Subway Slammer exclaimed, “It’s slammin’ time” as he rampaged through crowded areas.

The comically grim dialogue has led many players to find humor in the character, largely because of their outrageous interpretation of serious issues. Despite addressing themes like societal problems, the absurdity of the Subway Slammer has reduced him to a meme target.

As players grapple with the game’s tone and character motivations, the Subway Slammer stands out as an unexpected comedic relief in a story that promises to delve deeper into personal narratives.

While impressions of the game are still forming, the Subway Slammer’s antics aren’t slowing down anytime soon.