When Petty Revenge Goes Nuclear: How One Man Weaponized Farts Against His Karen Neighbor
If you’ve ever scrolled through r/PettyRevenge, you know the internet is brimming with creative, eyebrow-raising ways people get even with those who make their lives miserable. But every now and then, a story emerges that stands out for its sheer audacity, creativity, and, well… flatulence. Today’s tale is one such masterpiece: an epic battle of wills (and bowels) between a long-suffering Redditor and his nightmare Karen neighbor.
Imagine wishing for a “Karen” story, only to regret it the moment your wish is granted. That’s exactly what happened to Reddit user u/I-Did-A-Bad-Thng, who found himself in a three-month battle royale with a neighbor whose daily mission seemed to be to make his life a living hell. After enduring everything from bogus accusations to Vaseline attacks, he decided it was time to fight fire with… farts.
Meet the Ultimate Karen: A Symphony of Nightmares
Let’s set the scene: our hero moves into a new condo, dreams of peaceful living, and is immediately confronted by the Karen to end all Karens. This wasn’t your garden-variety, let-me-speak-to-your-manager Karen. No, this neighbor was a veritable one-woman wrecking crew:
- Day One: Demands his WiFi password. Not asks—demands.
- Barking dog: Yaps so much, the landlord threatens eviction.
- Sleep sabotage: Random night noises, TV at full blast, and, ahem, “loud activities” with her boyfriend.
- Constant pestering: Begs for energy drinks, cigarettes, and cash—usually by pounding on his door.
- Rumor mill: Spreads lies, accuses him of theft, and even tries to break into his apartment.
- Petty warfare: Leaves garbage at his door, smears Vaseline on his car, and sends her boyfriend over to pick fights.
- Bioweapon assault: At one point, she literally coughs and blows her nose on him.
Most of us would have either moved out or gone full hermit mode by this point. But our protagonist? He channeled his inner mad scientist and cooked up a plan so deviously petty it’s almost impressive.
The (Gastrointestinal) Gloves Come Off
With moving day approaching, and most of his belongings already transferred to his new place, he decided it was time to deliver the ultimate parting shot. Armed with the knowledge that too much dairy, spice, caffeine, and fiber turned his mild lactose intolerance into a full-on biological weapon, he hatched the plan: unleash the stink.
The timing was perfect. The building had no AC, and Karen relied on a noisy fan in her window to keep cool. Our avenger positioned his own fan to blow straight out his open window, then unleashed the most noxious, gut-churning farts and a bathroom break for the ages—knowing full well Karen’s fan would suck the fumes straight into her apartment.
The results? Spectacular.
In his own words: “After a few minutes I heard her screaming ‘OH MY GOD!’ She started gagging and crying.” But it didn’t end there. He repeated his chemical warfare a few days later, this time provoking Karen into shrieking that she’d thrown up and was calling the cops. No one came, and the only thing left behind was a tale for the ages—and maybe a lingering aroma.
Revenge: Best Served Silent (But Deadly)
Let’s be real: was this petty? Absolutely. Was it justified? After three months of psychological warfare, many would say yes! There’s a certain satisfaction in seeing someone use their unique… talents… to get the last laugh against an unrelenting antagonist.
But this story isn’t just about bodily functions and bad smells. It’s a reminder that even the most patient among us have limits. When pushed too far, sometimes the only way to win is to out-petty the petty. And sometimes, that means weaponizing your gastrointestinal tract.
What Can We Learn?
- Be careful what you wish for: Wanting a “Karen story” might seem funny—until you’re living it.
- Creativity is the ultimate weapon: When the system fails you (looking at you, apartment manager), taking matters into your own hands can be oddly satisfying.
- Petty doesn’t always mean pointless: Sometimes, the only way to reclaim your dignity is with a well-timed act of revenge (and a lot of dairy).
Your Turn: What’s Your Petty Revenge Story?
Have you ever gone to great (or gross) lengths to get back at a neighbor, coworker, or frenemy? Would you ever dare unleash your own “silent but deadly” justice? Share your tales of sweet, stinky victory—or weigh in on whether our hero’s revenge went too far—in the comments below!
And remember, sometimes the best way to deal with a Karen… is to let the cheese do the talking.
Original Reddit Post: I got petty revenge by unleashing rancid farts on my Karen neighbor