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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Batmanning” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21473 of the collection, and the 153rd 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 “Batmanning” meme mean?
This meme captures teenage daredevilry and the desire for digital validation through physical risk. It reflects a drive to prove bravery against potential injury, with humor derived from the absurdity of chosen settings. The contrast between the serious risk of falling and the trivial nature of sharing the clip online defines its cultural impact.
Where does the “Batmanning” meme come from?
The trend emerged in the United States in September 2011 without a single confirmed origin video. A group of Purdue University students, known as the 'Batman Boilers,' claimed credit for the first successful upload via their Twitter account @BatmanBoilers. Mainstream media, including ABC News, reported on the phenomenon starting September 6, 2011. It was widely described as a more perilous evolution of planking. Participants adopted this inverted position on various fixed structures such as doors, metal grates, building ledges, trees, or safety railings. The lack of precise archival data prevents pinpointing the exact first act, but the viral spread remained concentrated in autumn 2011.
- September 2011Viral emergence of the stunt and initial media coverage by ABC News.
How to use the “Batmanning” meme
- Post a photo hanging from an urban structure to showcase your unconventional bravery.
- Use the term to describe a friend who constantly takes unnecessary public risks.
- Reference this historical trend to illustrate the escalation of viral physical challenges toward greater danger.
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The “Batmanning” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 68/100 · #153 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Batmanning” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Batmanning 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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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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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 batmanning?
It was a 2011 internet challenge where people hung upside down by their feet, mimicking a bat or Batman, often filmed for online sharing.
Batmanning origin?
The exact origin is unclear, but Purdue University students called the Batman Boilers claim they started the trend via Twitter in September 2011.
Batmanning dangerous?
Yes, it was highly dangerous as participants could easily lose balance, risking serious falls from various heights on unsecured structures.
How do I get the Batmanning meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Batmanning” 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 Batmanning card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: 'Batmanning': Hanging By Your Feet Goes Viral on YouTube · Batman - Know Your Meme · Why Know Your Meme says that this catchphrase was invented by us and not by Batman? Are they smart? · checked on October 13, 2026.
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