Wojak is a decentralised, meme-themed cryptocurrency built on the Ethereum blockchain. Inspired by the iconic Wojak internet meme, the project aims to connect people through humour, digital art, and online community culture. It introduces a unique "profile-to-earn" model that rewards social engagement and content creation.
Launched on 17 April 2023, Wojak operates as an ERC-20 token with a fixed total supply of 69,420,000,000 WOJAK.
The name “Wojak” comes from the Polish word for “soldier”, and the character was originally popularised by an anonymous internet user of the same name.
Wojak runs on Ethereum as an ERC-20 token, which means it uses smart contracts to handle secure and decentralised transactions. These contracts allow users to:
By removing intermediaries, Wojak aims to create a trustless, user-governed platform that blends meme culture with blockchain technology.
Wojak’s use cases reflect its focus on community, creativity, and web3 engagement. Potential applications include:
The original Wojak meme, also known as Feels Guy, began in 2009 on the Polish imageboard Vichan. It features a hand-drawn MS Paint illustration of a bald, melancholic man symbolising emotional vulnerability. The drawing was first shared by an anonymous user going by the name “Wojak”.
Over time, Wojak evolved into one of the most iconic meme templates on the internet, used across platforms like 4chan and Reddit. It has inspired dozens of well-known variations, such as:
These variants reflect different emotional states, social archetypes, and cultural commentary, making Wojak one of the most flexible memes in internet history.
The Wojak Token officially launched in April 2023, leveraging this rich meme heritage. Backed by a strong community and meme appeal, the project gained traction rapidly. Its audit by Certik further boosted its credibility in the decentralised finance (DeFi) and meme-token landscape.