Pain, whose real identity is Nagato, is the apparent leader of the Akatsuki in Naruto Shippuden created by Masashi Kishimoto. In the series, hand seals are used to mould chakra and perform ninjutsu, genjutsu and other techniques. Short clips of Pain preparing a technique spread through anime edits and soundboards because the moment is instantly recognisable to fans, similar to other iconic Naruto abilities like the Mangekyo Sharingan. It remains popular as a quick shorthand for concentration, danger and an attack about to be released.