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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Daenerys White Savior” is a rare card of the Memes World series 76, number 22708 of the collection, and the 91st best-known meme of its 298 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Daenerys White Savior” meme mean?
This visual expresses a sharp critique of Western paternalism and modern imperialism. It highlights how certain humanitarian interventions or media stories can perpetuate a dynamic of dependency, centering the white hero at the expense of local agency. The image serves to denounce moralizing postures that ignore the structural realities of affected communities.
Where does the “Daenerys White Savior” meme come from?
The image originates from the American television series *Game of Thrones*, broadcast on HBO. It captures the final scene of Season 3, Episode 10, titled "Mhysa," which aired in the United States on June 9, 2013. In this sequence, the character Daenerys Targaryen, played by Emilia Clarke, frees the slaves of the city of Yunkai. Grateful, the freedmen acclaim her by chanting the Ghiscari word "Mhysa," meaning "mother." They then lift Daenerys above their heads in a triumphant ovation. The visual composition emphasizes the chromatic contrast between Daenerys's blonde hair and light clothing, and the darker tones of the bodies and hands of the slaves carrying her. This imagery was quickly analyzed as a visual representation of the "White Savior" syndrome, a narrative trope criticized for focusing on a white protagonist coming to aid marginalized groups. The exact date of the meme's creation remains unknown, as does its original author.
- June 9, 2013Broadcast of the Game of Thrones episode "Mhysa" on HBO in the United States.
How to use the “Daenerys White Savior” meme
- Share this image in debates about international NGOs to point out power imbalances.
- Use this meme to criticize a news article overly focused on a foreign reporter.
- Cite this scene to illustrate the limits of altruistic discourses without genuine listening to locals.
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The “Daenerys White Savior” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22708 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 76 |
| Fame | 50/100 · #91 of 298 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @criminel_soyeux |
How to get the “Daenerys White Savior” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Daenerys White Savior comes out of the Memes World series 76 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
What does the Daenerys White Savior meme mean?
It illustrates the white savior complex, critiquing narratives where a dominant individual saves oppressed populations.
What is the origin of the Daenerys White Savior image?
It comes from the final scene of Season 3, Episode 10 of Game of Thrones, aired in 2013.
Who is Mhysa in Game of Thrones?
Mhysa is the Ghiscari word for "mother," used by freed slaves to acclaim Daenerys Targaryen.
Is the Daenerys White Savior meme real?
The image is real and from the series, but it is used metaphorically to critique a narrative bias.
How do I get the Daenerys White Savior meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Daenerys White Savior” is a rare card of the Memes World series 76. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Daenerys White Savior card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Game of Thrones Recap: So I Will - Vulture · If Robb had remained king,do you think he would have allied with Deanerys the sa... · camerondehghani · checked on October 25, 2026.
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