The rise of the "-NEW- weird strict dad script" on Pastebin in 2025 can be attributed to several factors:

DAVE (Slow, dangerous whisper) Who… turned the purple hanger toward the wall?

SON My name is Ryan.

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DAVE (nods, writes) “Good answer.” Minus 5 weirdness points. You’re now at… negative 12.

Highlights the "Strict Dad" through walls with a red box, making it impossible for him to sneak up on you.

DAVE (40s, buzz cut, cargo shorts, clip-on sunglasses around neck) stands arms crossed.

Dave leaves.