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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Cosplay” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20983 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 “Cosplay” meme mean?
This term refers to an active passion where fans faithfully reconstruct the appearance of a hero or villain. It expresses devotion to a work and the joy of transformation through costume and makeup. Moving from private spaces to conventions, cosplay allows participants to live their fiction together, sharing a community based on creativity and mutual admiration for costume details.
Where does the “Cosplay” meme come from?
The term 'cosplay' traces its historical roots to the first World Science Fiction Convention held in New York in 1939. Forrest J. Ackerman and Myrtle R. Douglas, nicknamed 'Morojo', wore 'futuristicostumes' inspired by the British film *Things to Come* (1936). Although this practice dates back to the 1930s, it developed significantly as a creative hobby from the 1990s onwards, both in Japan and internationally. The word is used today to describe the practice itself rather than a specific viral meme, with humorous content related to costumes remaining secondary to general cosplay culture.
- 1939Forrest J. Ackerman and Morojo wear futuristic costumes at the first World Science Fiction Convention.
- 1990sThe practice develops massively as a creative hobby in Japan and other regions worldwide.
How to use the “Cosplay” meme
- Prepare a detailed costume for an annual convention to imitate a beloved character.
- Share a photo of your outfit recreation on social media dedicated to fans.
- Attend a costume contest to evaluate the accuracy of the presented outfits.
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The “Cosplay” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20983 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 76/100 · #170 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Cosplay” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Cosplay 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
Cosplay meaning?
Cosplay refers to the practice of dressing up and embodying a fictional character from a work of fiction.
Cosplay origin?
The concept dates back to 1939 at the first World Science Fiction Convention, with costumes inspired by sci-fi movies.
What is a cosplayer?
A cosplayer is someone who creates or wears a costume to represent a character from manga, anime, video games, or movies.
How do I get the Cosplay meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Cosplay” 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 Cosplay card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Cosplay: Meaning, Origin, and History of the Fandom · Convention Cosplay Meme · cosplaydrop.com · fr · blogCosplay : définition, origine, étymologie et pratique · checked on October 11, 2026.
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