Wario is Nintendo's greedy, moustached rival to Mario, first introduced as an antagonist and later the star of his own WarioWare and Wario Land games. His rough voice, manic laugh, and love of treasure have made him a lasting comic villain in gaming, and short clips of his threats circulate widely in memes, edits, and soundboards. Creators use the sound to signal greed, mischief, or a sudden turn to villainy, keeping Wario recognisable even without a picture on screen.