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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Alien” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21873 of the collection, and the 239th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Alien” meme mean?
This term expresses admiration for the visual icon or nostalgia for the horror saga. It is used to describe something stealthy yet deadly, or simply to cite a major science fiction work that has deeply influenced pop culture imagery since its initial release.
Where does the “Alien” meme come from?
The creature, named Xenomorph, originates from the film *Alien: The Eighth Passenger*, released in 1979 under director Ridley Scott. The unique design was created by Swiss artist H.R. Giger, inspired by his painting *Necronom IV* made in 1976. Scott hired Giger to integrate this aesthetic into the movie. The franchise quickly became a cult reference for creature design. Explanatory videos, such as KaptainKristian's in 2016 or recent YouTube analyses, have maintained this visual legacy. However, no source documents a specific humorous or viral usage of the word "Alien" alone as a distinct meme format separate from the film reference itself.
- 1976H.R. Giger creates the painting Necronom IV, the visual basis for the future monster.
- 1979Release of the film Alien: The Eighth Passenger, incorporating Giger's design.
How to use the “Alien” meme
- Use the Xenomorph image to illustrate an invisible but fatal problem in a software project.
- Cite the film during a discussion about the best sci-fi costume designs in cinema history.
- Use the term to describe an invasive and chilling presence in a tense social context.
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The “Alien” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 62/100 · #239 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Alien” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Alien comes out of the Memes World series 73 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 the alien meme?
It rarely refers to a specific video format, but rather a constant reference to the cinematic franchise and the Xenomorph design created by H.R. Giger.
Who created the alien xenomorph?
Swiss artist H.R. Giger designed the Xenomorph, inspired by his dreamlike and bio-philic works, for director Ridley Scott.
Alien meme meaning?
The term generally refers to biomechanical aesthetics, fear of the unknown, or the enduring fame of the sci-fi horror saga.
How do I get the Alien meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Alien” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Alien card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: H.R. Giger: The Vision Behind the Xenomorph (ALIEN, 1979) · Alien - Xenomorph, H.R. Giger and Ripley Explained · HR Giger's surreal and nightmarish artwork was the ... - Instagram · checked on October 15, 2026.
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