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“Ah, Yes The Negotiator” meme: meaning, origin and common card

The 'Ah, Yes' (or 'The Negotiator') meme features General Grievous from Star Wars.

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The “Ah, Yes The Negotiator” meme

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Ah, Yes The Negotiator” is a common card of the Memes World series 76, number 22790 of the collection, and the 91st best-known meme of its 298 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Ah, Yes The Negotiator” meme mean?

This format expresses feigned recognition or mocking anticipation upon someone's arrival, perceived as important, naive, or annoying. The dominant emotion is irony: it simulates warm hospitality while implying the situation is tense or absurd. It serves to defuse tension through humor or highlight the obviousness of an impending conflict between opposing parties.

Where does the “Ah, Yes The Negotiator” meme come from?

The scene originates from *Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith*, released in 2005. General Grievous welcomes Obi-Wan Kenobi with the famous line: 'Ah yes, the negotiator: General Kenobi… we’ve been waiting for you.' Although the dialogue dates back to 2005, the specific visual meme emerged much later. Documented traces date back at least to January 25, 2018, via a post on Reddit in r/PrequelMemes. The format's popularity grew within the prequel fan community, who repurposed this image to illustrate everyday confrontational social or professional situations, turning a cinematic moment into a humorous communication tool.

  1. 2005Release of *Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith* containing the original scene.
  2. January 25, 2018Documented appearance of the meme as a static image on Reddit in r/PrequelMemes.

How to use the “Ah, Yes The Negotiator” meme

  • Use the image to ironically greet a colleague arriving late to an important meeting.
  • Respond to a pretentious comment on social media by displaying General Grievous's face.
  • Illustrate an opponent's entry into an online debate with fake sarcastic politeness.

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The “Ah, Yes The Negotiator” card in MyMemeCards

AH, YES card
NumberNo. 22790
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 76
Fame50/100 · #91 of 298
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Suggested by@lenafournierx
Rarities of the Memes World series 76: 298 cards
  • Common15753%
  • Rare9532%
  • Epic4515%
  • Legendary10.3%

How to get the “Ah, Yes The Negotiator” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Ah, Yes The Negotiator comes out of the Memes World series 76 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What is ah yes the negotiator meme?

It is an image of General Grievous from Star Wars, used as an ironic reaction to greet someone sarcastically.

Where does the phrase ah yes the negotiator come from?

The quote comes from *Revenge of the Sith* (2005), spoken by General Grievous during his encounter with Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Who is general grievous star wars?

He is a cyborg antagonist from the Star Wars prequel trilogy, known for his skeletal appearance and four lightsabers.

How do I get the Ah, Yes The Negotiator meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Ah, Yes The Negotiator” is a common card of the Memes World series 76. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Ah, Yes The Negotiator card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: AH YES THE NEGOTIATOR MEME ORIGINAL · Hmmm Meme | TikTok · Ah, Yes. The Negotiator · checked on October 26, 2026.

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