It doesn't look like Node really does anything with the status code except give it a message, so "removed from Node" doesn't mean anything since you could still

It doesn't look like Node really does anything with the status code except give it a message, so "removed from Node" doesn't mean anything since you could still return any integer you like. But, a good reason to remove a joke is when people start taking it too seriously: > In particular, Node's support for the HTCPCP 418 I'm a Teapot status code has been used as an argument in the HTTP Working Group to preclude use of 418 in HTTP for real-world purposes. "Why not? I'm bored and it's a fun little thing" is a good reason to add it. Vocal support from the masses is a good reason to remove it.