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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “#BuildABetterFakeTheropod” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22267 of the collection, and the 151st 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 “#BuildABetterFakeTheropod” meme mean?
The trend reflects community disappointment with mainstream movie monster tropes, targeting the generic appearance of Hollywood’s hybrid antagonist. It serves as a creative playground where artists showcase how speculative anatomy can elevate creature design without abandoning scientific plausibility. When invoked, it celebrates inventive, fictional beast concepts over uninspired blockbuster designs.
Where does the “#BuildABetterFakeTheropod” meme come from?
The movement was launched on Twitter on February 2, 2015, by paleoartist Brian Engh. Frustrated by the conventional aesthetic of the upcoming Jurassic World film’s hybrid reptile, Engh rallied paleo-enthusiasts and illustrators to sketch better alternatives. The collaborative prompt quickly crossed over to platforms like Tumblr, DeviantArt, and Facebook, where creators submitted their speculative beasts under the unifying hashtag.
- February 2, 2015Brian Engh starts the hashtag challenge on Twitter in response to Jurassic World.
How to use the “#BuildABetterFakeTheropod” meme
- Posting a speculative dinosaur hybrid sketch that combines striking visuals with evolutionary logic.
- Critiquing Hollywood creature designs by showing how to craft original prehistoric beasts.
- Joining an art challenge that pairs scientific anatomy with creative monster concepts.
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The “#BuildABetterFakeTheropod” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 59/100 · #151 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “#BuildABetterFakeTheropod” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; #BuildABetterFakeTheropod comes out of the Memes World series 75 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 #BuildABetterFakeTheropod?
It is an online art challenge inviting creators to draw fictional, hybrid predatory dinosaurs superior to the Indominus rex.
Who started the #BuildABetterFakeTheropod trend?
The hashtag was originated by paleoartist Brian Engh.
Why does the prompt specify a « fake » theropod?
The label highlights that participants are creating speculative hybrid monsters rather than attempting accurate reconstructions of real fossil species.
How do I get the #BuildABetterFakeTheropod meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “#BuildABetterFakeTheropod” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the #BuildABetterFakeTheropod card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: BuildABetterFakeTheropod · The Indominus Rex by pmraptor98 on DeviantArt · Mark Witton's Jurassic World · checked on October 17, 2026.
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