The "Brace Yourselves, X Is Coming" meme features actor Sean Bean as Ned Stark from the HBO series *Game of Thrones*. The original quote, "Brace yourselves, Winter is coming," is a significant line from the show, symbolizing an impending, often harsh, future event. The meme adapts this by replacing "Winter" with various situations, events, or trends that are anticipated or inevitable. It's widely used across the internet to humorously or seriously warn others about something approaching, whether it's a difficult school assignment, a holiday, or a new technology, often implying a need for preparation or resilience. Its popularity stems from its relatable expression of foreboding or anticipation for a coming event.