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“All I Know Is That I Must Kill” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

This meme features a Russian soldier in a Maska SCh-1 helmet with an intense look.

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The “All I Know Is That I Must Kill” meme, 2016

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “All I Know Is That I Must Kill” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21334 of the collection, and the 1st 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 “All I Know Is That I Must Kill” meme mean?

The image conveys absolute determination and frenetic energy. It captures a mindset where all other considerations vanish in favor of the main goal: destroying the opponent. Users employ it to highlight their gaming obsession, either joking about virtual aggression or asserting serious intent.

Where does the “All I Know Is That I Must Kill” meme come from?

The original photo comes from the Russian Military Blog, published on November 23, 2011. It shows an OMSN member wearing specific gear. The associated phrase emerged on /k/ before gaining traction on Imgur in July 2016. A Reddit repost in October 2018 significantly boosted its popularity among gamers.

  1. 2011Publication of the photo on the Russian Military Blog.
  2. 2014Early appearance of the textual format on the /k/ forum.
  3. 2016Upload of the current format on Imgur on July 17.
  4. 2018Viral spread via a post on Reddit in r/memes.

How to use the “All I Know Is That I Must Kill” meme

  • Use this image to comment on a dominant victory in a competitive match.
  • Post it ironically after skipping the entire game story to rush straight into combat.
  • Employ it to express maximum concentration during a challenging gameplay session.

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The “All I Know Is That I Must Kill” card in MyMemeCards

All I Know Is That I Must Kill card
NumberNo. 21334
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 72
Fame70/100 · #1 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 72: 300 cards
  • Rare300100%

How to get the “All I Know Is That I Must Kill” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; All I Know Is That I Must Kill comes out of the Memes World series 72 as a rare 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 10 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

Who is the soldier in the All I Know Is That I Must Kill meme?

The soldier is not individually identified. He is a member of the Russian Interior Ministry's OMSN unit, photographed in combat gear.

Where does the All I Know Is That I Must Kill photo come from?

The original source is the Russian Military Blog. The exact shooting date is unknown, but the online publication dates back to November 2011.

What does All I Know Is That I Must Kill mean?

This phrase translates to total focus on killing in video games. It embodies the mental state of a player who only thinks about defeating their enemy.

How do I get the All I Know Is That I Must Kill meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “All I Know Is That I Must Kill” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the All I Know Is That I Must Kill card?

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

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