Sponge Bob Hot Take: Greedy Mr. Krabs Uses Squidward To Build An Empire
SpongeBob has always been known for its unusual irony, and the new fan theory lifts the veil on the show's most capitalistic character.
SpongeBob is one of the most popular cartoons of all time. Its unique characters, hilarious humor, and catchy songs have made it a fan favorite for many years.
One of the most interesting characters in the show is Squidward. Squidward is SpongeBob's neighbor and co-worker at the Krusty Krab restaurant.
He is often portrayed as a grumpy and pessimistic octopus who is annoyed by the antics of the little sponge.
Despite Squidward's behavior, a popular theory is that Mr. Krabs only keeps the grumpy fellow as an employer because he's cheap and very smart.
Many fans point out that it was the capitalistic approach that helped the fast-food owner build an empire and even create a unique recipe for the Bikini Bottom dish with a non-chain restaurant.
Mr. Krabs takes advantage of everything, and Squidward's narcissism has helped him. The octopus is a cashier, counting the money.
It's not an easy decision, especially for Mr. Krabs, but his cold calculation helped him create the whole system. If SpongeBob or Patrick were in charge of the finances, the owner might have fallen short of a few hundred dollars.
These characters might, out of the goodness of their hearts, give some orders for a free meal or forget to take money for the food, while Squidward counts every penny.
Most importantly, he is an obstacle to Plankton's goal. The octopus is one of the main barriers between the series' villain and the recipe.
And this cold calculation of Skidward's narcissism is not just about managing finances or fighting with Plankton. Mr. Krabs has specifically given the octopus a role where he can communicate with customers as he pleases.
Other Bikini Bottom establishments can hardly afford this kind of behavior because they lack the delicious Krabby Patty.
So Squidward may be smart, but Mr. Krabs has outwitted the octopus, playing on his vices and weaknesses to get the lowest bid for the head job at one of the most popular restaurants in the underwater realm.
Of course, this could be just a theory. The authors did not provide such details, and these are mere coincidences... or that's what Mr. Krabs would want us all to think.
Source: Reddit