TBH / Autism Creature / Yippee

The TBH Creature's blank expression and the accompanying 'yipee' sound effect became a humorous representation of joy in relatable online moments, particularly on Tumblr.

The TBH Creature, also known as Autism Creature or Yippee, is a four-legged MS Paint character created by Twitter user @acmeiku in January 2021.

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So obsessed w that thing its like the spokesperson for autism

— This catchphrase often accompanies the TBH creature in memes, emphasizing its quirky and joyful vibe. It's used in various contexts, especially when celebrating something small and silly.

People often share the TBH Creature in humorous contexts, especially when expressing excitement or joy, frequently paired with the phrase 'Yippee!' to enhance the humor.

The TBH Creature first appeared on January 1, 2021, when Twitter user @acmeiku posted a meme featuring the character with the caption, 'I'm playing Identity V, fancy a game?' This drawing was based on an earlier sketch by the same user, leading to its eventual nickname.

1. 2021-01The TBH Creature is first posted on Twitter by @acmeiku, gaining initial traction.
2. 2022-01The TBH Creature becomes popular on Tumblr, inspiring fan art and memes.
3. 2022-02@acmeiku confirms authorship of the character on Tumblr.
4. 2022-01-24Tumblr user rennegan humorously refers to the creature as 'the spokesperson for autism.'

The TBH Creature gained traction on Tumblr in early 2022, inspiring fan art and memes that depicted it in various scenarios, including interactions with Among Us characters. A notable post on January 24, 2022, by Tumblr user rennegan humorously referred to the creature as 'the spokesperson for autism,' which helped solidify its popularity.