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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “But Our Princess is in Another Castle!” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20971 of the collection, and the 170th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “But Our Princess is in Another Castle!” meme mean?
The tone mixes frustration with ironic humor. People use it when they realize their hard work was misdirected. It highlights the realization that the true goal lies elsewhere, not where one currently looks. It also mocks situations where others have led you astray with false objectives.
Where does the “But Our Princess is in Another Castle!” meme come from?
The meme originates from the video game Super Mario Bros., released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System. In castle levels of worlds 1 to 7, Mario defeats a fake Bowser. He then meets a Toad (originally called Mushroom retainer), who says: “Thank you Mario! But our princess is in another castle!”. This repeats until world 8-4. The exact internet origin date is unknown. A 2013 YouTube video documents its history but does not confirm its viral start.
How to use the “But Our Princess is in Another Castle!” meme
- Use it to tell a colleague searching frantically for a non-existent file in the wrong folder.
- Apply this phrase to gently mock a friend chasing a job opportunity that doesn’t actually exist.
- Use it to inform a chat group that the person they are looking for is not in this specific channel.
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The “But Our Princess is in Another Castle!” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 76/100 · #170 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “But Our Princess is in Another Castle!” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; But Our Princess is in Another Castle! comes out of the Memes World series 70 as an epic 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 20 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 But Our Princess is in Another Castle mean?
It means you are looking for the right thing in the wrong place. The phrase indicates that the real goal is located elsewhere, far from the current illusion.
Where does the phrase But Our Princess is in Another Castle come from?
It comes from the 1985 game Super Mario Bros. A Toad character says it to Mario after every fake Bowser fight in the castles.
Who says But Our Princess is in Another Castle?
A Toad, originally named Mushroom retainer in the original game. He appears at the end of castle levels to inform Mario about the princess’s location.
Is But Our Princess is in Another Castle a real meme?
Yes, it is a gaming classic. Though old, it remains popular for illustrating frustration over decoys or targeting errors.
How do I get the But Our Princess is in Another Castle! meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “But Our Princess is in Another Castle!” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the But Our Princess is in Another Castle! card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Our princess is in another castle! - Wikipedia · But Our Princess Is In Another Castle - meme.com · But Our Princess is in Another Castle! · checked on October 11, 2026.
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