The emote "◝(^◡^)◜" is a happy or cute face typically used to convey positive emotions such as joy or excitement. It can also be interpreted as a "smiling face with open eyes and rosy cheeks" emoji. The "I wanna be the guy" emote is based on a popular video game called "I Wanna Be the Guy" and features the game's main character, The Kid, holding a gun. It is often used in gaming communities to express frustration or determination when facing difficult challenges.