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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Bamboozle” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21344 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 “Bamboozle” meme mean?
This meme expresses skepticism toward exaggerated or absurd online promises, especially those involving social bets. It captures the ironic humor behind harmless scams or impossible challenges held by the community. Users employ it to signal transparency in an environment saturated with jokes and false appearances, acknowledging the temptation to believe while warning against being fooled.
Where does the “Bamboozle” meme come from?
The English word *bamboozle*, attested since 1703, means to deceive or confuse. The specific meme originated on Reddit’s /r/me_irl subreddit on December 15, 2016. User lordtuts posted a challenge: he would get the top post of the next day tattooed on his buttocks if his message exceeded 10,000 upvotes. The post accumulated over 72,000 upvotes. However, lordtuts did not keep his promise. On December 17, 2016, he posted a new message accusing users of being deceived, calling them "easily bamboozled." This event launched the usage of "no bamboozle" as a guarantee of sincerity after an absurd promise.
- 1703The English word *bamboozle* appears in dictionaries with the meaning of to deceive.
- December 15, 2016User lordtuts posts his tattoo challenge on /r/me_irl on Reddit.
- December 17, 2016Lordtuts posts a message admitting he tricked the community, launching the meme.
How to use the “Bamboozle” meme
- Add "no bamboozle" to the end of a sharing promise to reassure your followers of your good faith.
- Respond to a ridiculous challenge by citing this meme to show you do not intend to back out despite the risks.
- Use the image or expression to politely criticize someone who made an empty promise during an online debate.
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The “Bamboozle” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 70/100 · #1 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Bamboozle” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Bamboozle 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
What does bamboozle mean?
It is an English verb meaning to trick or confuse someone. In the context of the meme, it refers to the act of making someone believe in a promise one has no intention of keeping.
Who is lordtuts?
It is the Reddit username of the user behind the meme. He started the controversy in December 2016 by promising a tattoo for upvotes without fulfilling it.
Where does the no bamboozle meme come from?
It comes from a post on the /r/me_irl subreddit in December 2016. The author used the term to describe how he manipulated the community through a fake challenge.
Is the meme still used today?
Yes, the phrase "no bamboozle" remains occasionally used to guarantee a promise, although its peak popularity has passed. It is mostly used in English-speaking Reddit communities.
How do I get the Bamboozle meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Bamboozle” 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 Bamboozle card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Bamboozle | Know Your Meme · Bamboozle? : r/EnglishLearning · ᐅ Bamboozled – Bedeutung & Ursprung (Begriff erklärt) · checked on October 13, 2026.
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