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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Christ, What An Asshole” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21305 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 “Christ, What An Asshole” meme mean?
This format mocks the magazine’s caption contest by rejecting nuanced observation. Instead of engaging with the visual context, it imposes a blunt moral judgment. The humor arises from the clash between the drawing’s sophistication and the crude remark. It expresses utter contempt for the subject, turning any scene into a sharp critique.
Where does the “Christ, What An Asshole” meme come from?
The phenomenon stems from a blog post published in 2006 by Charles Lavoie. In this article, the author submitted the single phrase “Christ, What an Asshole!” to various New Yorker illustrations entering the monthly caption contest. He demonstrated that this universal expression could fit almost any image, systematically destroying typical witty wordplay. Virality followed through shares by influential blogs like Boing Boing, Gawker, and Wonkette. A Reddit mention dates back to March 31, 2010, confirming its wide spread, though not its initial origin.
- 2006Publication of Charles Lavoie’s article initiating the concept.
- March 2010Notable share on Reddit attesting to the meme’s circulation.
How to use the “Christ, What An Asshole” meme
- Apply this caption to a serious image to create an immediate comedic contrast.
- Use it in comments to politely but firmly reject an opinion deemed petty.
- Place it on any comic strip to highlight a character's selfishness without seeking other humor.
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The “Christ, What An Asshole” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 70/100 · #1 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Christ, What An Asshole” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Christ, What An Asshole 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
Where does the meme Christ, What An Asshole come from?
It comes from a 2006 blog post written by Charles Lavoie. He proposed this single phrase to answer the New Yorker’s monthly caption contest.
What does Christ, What An Asshole mean?
It means mocking the complexity of the original drawing. It replaces fine humor with a direct, vulgar moral judgment on the subject's behavior.
Who is charles lavoi meme new yorker?
Charles Lavoie is the author of the founding 2006 article. He does not appear in the drawings; he is simply the creator of the textual concept.
How to use christ what an asshole?
Simply paste this phrase onto any illustration or photo. The goal is to shift attention to the perceived meanness of the depicted character.
How do I get the Christ, What An Asshole meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Christ, What An Asshole” 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 Christ, What An Asshole card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The accidental humor of New Yorker cartoons: Our never-ending search for the perfect universal caption has a strong new contender · Christ, What An Asshole · Wrong cartoon captions only · checked on October 13, 2026.
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