The image presented is a humorous meme using characters from the classic animated television series "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe." On the left, we see a character looking devastated, with her hands covering her face in a classic gesture of dismay. On the right, two male characters are close together, one with a skeletal face and the other with a confident, somewhat smug expression, participating in what is suggested to be an intimate moment aimed towards each other.
At the top of the image, there is a caption that says, "When you finally agree to a threeway but he's just giving it all to his bestie." This text plays on the situation depicted in the image and introduces a humorous twist by implying a scenario where the expectations of a romantic encounter are not being met in a way that one of the participants anticipated. The person portrayed as covering their face is presumably disappointed due to being neglected in favor of a "bestie," which, in this case, refers to the two male characters who seem very close to each other.
The image might be considered funny due to its use of an unexpected and adult-themed joke juxtaposed with a children's cartoon series, creating a situation that is ironic and absurd. Furthermore, the character dynamics are played out humorously, contrasting the original context of the show where such scenarios would never occur. The meme subverts the innocent and heroic nature of the characters to create the joke.
The character with the skeletal face (Skeletor) is typically depicted as a villain in the series, while the muscular character (He-Man) is the hero. Seeing them in an implied intimate moment would be amusing to fans of the series due to the usual adversarial nature of their relationship. This surprise element adds to the humor by pushing the expectations of the characters' interactions to a comedic extreme.
The humor also relies on relatability; the caption might resonate with some adult viewers who have experienced or can imagine awkward social situations where attention is not distributed as expected, leading to feelings of being left out. Drawing on real human experiences and placing them in a cartoon world can amplify the comedic effect.
Additionally, the inclusion of the logo "UpBeat He-Man" in the top right corner with a heart next to He-Man's face suggests that the image originates from a source that enjoys creating content with a lighthearted take on the source material. This self-awareness can also contribute to the viewer's perception of the image as comical, understanding that it's meant to be taken in a playful and not a serious context. When you finally agree to a threeway but he s just giving it all to his bestie UpBeat He Man