A phrase often used when trying to explain why something is, isn't, needs to be, or just in general. This phrase often talks about an invisible or nonexistent object or "thing." Will often cause anger or laughter.
Guy 2: Hey why do these things run away when I get close.
Guy 1: Now here's the thing David-
Guy 2: I swear to God if you say "Now here's the thing" one more time I will strangle you.
A phrase used by MiraSuta to convey the message that her false fact is true using a series of other false facts.
Mira: Duck Hunt is really good. His side B is really powerful!
Mike: But he's low tier, and nobody likes him or uses him.
Mira: That's the thing! Nobody knows what to expect!