Laharl is the demon prince protagonist of Disgaea: Hour of Darkness, the 2003 strategy RPG from Nippon Ichi, where he wakes from a long slumber to reclaim the Netherworld throne. His arrogant evil laugh became one of his most quoted traits, perfectly matching his tiny stature and huge ego. As Disgaea grew into a long running series with re releases and anime adaptations, clips of the laugh circulated on forums, videos and soundboards, where it remains a go to shorthand for an anime game villain who is far too proud of himself.