The transition of the series from private creator accounts to global trending topics followed a predictable arc of platform leakage, reaction harvesting, and archival documentation.
| Phase & Date Range | Primary Platform | Key Phenomenon & Cultural Footprint |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1: 2019, 2020 | Gumroad, Fantia, AfreecaTV | Direct creator release; underground critical acclaim for frame rates and monster fantasy themes. |
| Phase 2: 2021, 2022 | TikTok, Twitter, Reddit | Viral bait-and-switch videos; widespread reaction trends; search spikes across Western social feeds. |
| Phase 3: 2023, 2024 | Know Your Meme, YouTube | Archival documentation; deep-dive video essays dissecting adult animation moderation policies. |
| Phase 4: 2025, 2026 | Global Fandom Communities | Established status as an internet litmus test; permanent reference point for dark fantasy shock bait. |
